Steve Martin Banjo Prize honors go to Evans, Scahill
The honor was announced by Martin and the Board of The Steve Martin Banjo prize. The board's mission is to recognize excellence across the spectrum of banjo styles, this year's recipients represent excellence in both 5-string bluegrass and 4-string Irish banjo traditions.
Martin said, "We are proud to honor all of the multitudes of banjo styles. So many great artists, so little time."
He will introduce viewers to the winners today at 7 p.m. eastern on the Deering Banjo Company's livestream channel Deering Live
Scahill, a four-time All-Ireland Champion, is a founding member of We Banjo 3, He is also the creator and host of the podcast "Inside the Banjoverse." Scahill has toured and recorded with The Chieftains, Ricky Skaggs, Frankie Gavin and Stockton's Wing. He was an original member of The Brock McGuire Band.
More news for Steve Martin
- 03/15/24: Martin, Brown are on "Bluegrass Radio"
- 10/06/21: Steve Martin Banjo Prize handed out
- 07/13/17: Wait no longer for Martin, Steep Canyon Rangers disc
- 10/14/15: Martin, Brickell video drops
- 08/20/15: Martin, Brickell announce new CD
- 05/06/13: Martin, Brickell play Late Night with Jimmy Fallon tonight
- 01/22/13: Martin, Steep Canyon Rangers, Brickell tour
- 03/29/12: Martin, Rascal Flatts perform together at ACMs
CD reviews for Steve Martin
Following up their 2009 Grammy Award winning "The Crow," Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers present another stellar bluegrass release. With this one, Martin stretches his musical wings by writing or co-writing all of the songs and brings along his trademark brand of humor as well.
This features the same outstanding instrumentals supplied by the exceptional Steep Canyon Rangers, and, of course, Martin on banjo, but also includes a much more vocal and lyrical presence to enjoy. ...
Although primarily known for his award-winning work as an actor, writer and stand-up comedian, Steve Martin is also a talented five-string banjo player with a lifelong love affair with the instrument. Martin played the banjo on his comedy albums in the late 1970s and made guest appearances on more recent recordings from other artists including Earl Scruggs and Tony Trischka, but his relationship with the instrument was never officially consummated on-record until this debut full-length musical ...
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