Studio Session: Damn Tall Buildings

KGNU’s DJ Neil Smart hosts Brooklyn-based bluegrass trio Damn Tall Buildings for an upbeat early-morning studio session ahead of their sold-out performance at the Chautauqua Community House. The band—Max, Avery, and Sasha—deliver lively live renditions including their original “I’ll Be Getting By,” the classic “Kentucky Waltz,” and the crowd-pleasing party tune “Big Ball in Brooklyn.” Between songs, they chat with Neil about returning to Colorado, their upcoming show at Swallow Hill, their ties to the New York roots-music community, and their plans to wind down after their final performances of the year. With warm banter and tight musicianship, the session captures the band’s signature blend of bluegrass energy and playful charm (November 22, 2025).