About
Old Crow Medicine Show is a folk/country group from Nashville, Tennessee. Along with original songs, the band performs many pre-World War II blues and folk songs. The style of music they perform is sometimes called alt-country, but today more often referred to as Americana. They were formally inducted into the Grand Ole Opry at a special ceremony at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville on September 17, 2013. Their 2004 album "O.C.M.S." was selected by CMT (Country Music Television) as one of the top-10 bluegrass albums of that year. Read more on Last.fm
Genres
- indie folk
- modern old-time
- new americana
- old-time
- progressive bluegrass
- stomp and holler
Frequently Asked Questions
- What kind of music does the Old Crow Medicine Show play?
- Old Crow Medicine Show is renowned for playing a vibrant blend of American roots music, with their primary genre being folk. Their sound is a dynamic fusion of old-time string band music, bluegrass, Americana, and country, often highlighted by energetic fiddle, banjo, harmonica, and upright bass. The band pays homage to traditional Appalachian music while infusing it with a modern, lively twist that appeals to contemporary audiences. Songs like "Wagon Wheel"
- Why was Willie Watson kicked out of the Old Crow Medicine Show?
- Willie Watson, a founding member of Old Crow Medicine Show, left the band in 2011 under circumstances often described as a combination of creative differences and personal tensions. While there's no official statement from the band explicitly saying Watson was "kicked out,"
- Who is the lead singer of the Old Crow Medicine Show?
- The lead singer of Old Crow Medicine Show is Ketch Secor, who is also a founding member of the band. Ketch Secor is known for his charismatic stage presence, dynamic vocals, and multi-instrumental talents, including fiddle, harmonica, and banjo. As the face and voice of Old Crow Medicine Show, Secor has become synonymous with the band's energetic performances and authentic folk sound. He played a pivotal role in co-writing their breakout hit "Wagon Wheel,"
- Who writes Old Crow Medicine Show songs?
- The songwriting process for Old Crow Medicine Show is a collaborative effort, with primary contributions from founding members like Ketch Secor and (formerly) Willie Watson. Secor, in particular, is credited with co-writing the band's signature song "Wagon Wheel"
- Why are they called the Old Crow Medicine Show?
- The name "Old Crow Medicine Show"