Newgrass Events in Los Angeles

About Newgrass

Newgrass emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s as a progressive evolution of traditional bluegrass, spearheaded by artists like Sam Bush and the band New Grass Revival. It retains the acoustic core of bluegrass-utilizing mandolin, banjo, fiddle, and acoustic guitar-but incorporates unconventional elements such as drums, electric bass, and extensive jazz-inflected improvisation. The genre is characterized by complex syncopation, high-tempo virtuosity, and a rhythmic fluidity that bridges the gap between Appalachian folk roots and contemporary jam band aesthetics. Semantically, it serves as the sophisticated, experimental sibling to traditional bluegrass, prioritizing creative exploration and cross-genre fusion over strict adherence to the foundational Bill Monroe stylistic canon.

Also known as: Progressive Bluegrass

Newgrass events in Los Angeles - FAQ

What is Newgrass music?

Newgrass emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s as a progressive evolution of traditional bluegrass, spearheaded by artists like Sam Bush and the band New Grass Revival. It retains the acoustic core of bluegrass-utilizing mandolin, banjo, fiddle, and acoustic guitar-but incorporates unconventional elements such as drums, electric bass, and extensive jazz-inflected improvisation. The genre is characterized by complex syncopation, high-tempo virtuosity, and a rhythmic fluidity that bridges the …

What Newgrass events are in Los Angeles?

Mood tracks all upcoming Newgrass events in Los Angeles - concerts, club nights, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily with new events across all major venues. Browse the listings above to find tonight's Newgrass events or upcoming shows this week.

What are the characteristics of Newgrass music?

Newgrass music scores high on organicness (85%), energy (80%), tempo (75%), and lower on commerciality (25%), grit (20%). These qualities shape the typical Newgrass sound at live events and club nights.