Sam Bush

Quick Facts

Full Name	Sam Bush
Occupation	Guitarist
Date Of Birth	Apr 13, 1952(1952-04-13)
Age	72
Birthplace	Bowling Green
Country	United States
Birth City	Kentucky
Horoscope	Aries

Sam Bush Biography

Sam Bush is one of the most popular and richest Guitarist who was born on April 13, 1952 in Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States. Mandolin player widely believed to be responsible for being the first to create the bluegrass subgenre referred to as Newgrass. He was awarded Mandolin player of the year by the International Bluegrass Music Association in 1990 1991, 1992, and 2007.

He also shared his Album of the Year Grammy along with musicians like the guitarist He shared his Album of the Year Grammy with artists like fiddle player Alison Krauss..

Born in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Bush was exposed to country and bluegrass music at an early age through his father Charlie’s record collection, and later by the Flatt & Scruggs television show. Buying his first mandolin at the age of 11, his musical interest was further piqued when he attended the inaugural Roanoke, VA Bluegrass Festival in 1965. As a teen Bush took first place three times in the junior division of the National Oldtime Fiddler’s Contest in Weiser, ID. He joined guitarist Wayne Stewart, his mentor and music teacher during Sam’s teen years, and banjoist Alan Munde (later of Country Gazette) and the three recorded an instrumental album, Poor Richard’s Almanac, in 1969. In the spring of 1970, Bush attended the Fiddlers Convention at Union Grove, NC, and was inspired by the rock-flavored progressive bluegrass of the New Deal String Band. Later that year, he moved to Louisville and joined the Bluegrass Alliance. In the fall of 1971, the band dissolved and reformed as the New Grass Revival.

The New Grass Revival went through numerous personnel changes, with Bush remaining as the sole original member. Bassist and vocalist John Cowan joined in 1974, with banjo ace Béla Fleck and acoustic guitarist Pat Flynn being enlisted in 1981. From 1979 through 1981, the group toured with Leon Russell, opening the shows and backing Russell during his headlining set.

Name of father: Charlie.

Sam Bush Net Worth

Sam Bush is one of the richest Guitarist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Sam Bush 's net worth $1 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He took home his first National Fiddle Championship at age fifteen.

The year 2001 was the time he received his Album of the Year Grammy for his contribution to the soundtrack of O Brother, Where Art Thou? O Brother, Where Art Thou?

Charles Samuel Bush (born April 13, 1952) is an American mandolinist who is considered an originator of progressive bluegrass music.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Sam Bush Dating?

According to our records, Sam Bush married to Lynn Bush. As of December 1, 2023, Sam Bush’s is not dating anyone.

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Strength in Numbers was a collaboration born from jam sessions at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival. The music on their CD release entitled “The Telluride Sessions” was all instrumental and recorded live, showcasing the individual talent of each player and their ability to improvise. During recent years (2000–2008) there have been many variations of the Strength in Numbers band, also known as “Bluegrass Sessions”, always including Jerry Douglas, (Dobro), and usually bassist Byron House, also from Bowling Green, KY. Other musicians include Gabe Witcher (fiddle), Bryan Sutton (guitar), Tim O’Brien (fiddle, mandolin, guitar, vocals) and Darol Anger, (fiddle).

Facts & Trivia

Sam Ranked on the list of most popular Guitarist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Sam Bush celebrates birthday on April 13 of every year.

In 2007, Bush released his first live concert DVD, titled On The Road. 2007 also marked the first time he had been chosen to host the International Bluegrass Music Association Awards.

Where is Sam Bush from?

Bowling Green, KY

What brand of mandolin does Sam Bush play?

In this case, the mandolin is one I’ve owned since 1973—a 1937 Gibson F5, named Hoss. With Hoss, I use a Barcus-Berry pickup from the ’70s that was originally made to be put in the bridge of guitars.

What instruments does Sam Bush play?

Sam Bush
Born| April 13, 1952 Bowling Green, Kentucky, U.S.
Genres| Progressive bluegrass
Occupation(s)| Musician, singer
Instruments| Mandolin, fiddle, banjo, guitar

How old is Sam Bush?

70 years (April 13, 1952)

Is Sam Bush sick?

Sam Bush underwent a bowel resection this past Tuesday, and has been a bit slow to recover from the surgery. He is said to be doing well , and that the surgery was successful, but he will need to remain hospitalized for a few more days before being released.