Get ready for a super fun show today! We're ranking our personal top 5 (or more) acoustic albums of all time - Jeremy, Jason, and John each get their own picks. We're truly diving into albums that made us the musicians we are and influenced us as well as ones we constantly have on repeat. Let us know below - What are your favorite acoustic albums of all time?Albums Mentioned:---Bluegrass World's Greatest Show - https://open.spotify.com/album/7Fjd2zD32WeWO9djI0sWQd?si=3Lbhok38SeWmVvlQew46sg --Once More, The Osborne Brothers - https://open.spotify.com/album/2REAJIpiENXKVF48GBv7b7?si=0_O32-VYRqaTsirROVvFcw ---Looking For Yourself, Lonesome River Band - https://open.spotify.com/album/5cvvNvHWIxyGfF5GU0Ma8Y?si=gj8vRPNyRf2VQI-wPrOnbg---IIIrd Tyme Out - https://open.spotify.com/album/7Lb7TXqtoEP0xvz8MvB4rK?si=2Qy9hSXbTVmIUUF9eUnVSg ---Tony Rice Sings Gordon Lightfoot - https://open.spotify.com/album/0soZVSmJj6uqIxaKK3oGlj?si=g3sQ20VKSjypUBuSh9Oc5g ---Little Sparrow, Dolly - https://open.spotify.com/album/0RYsRBFuNAoqYyHHvSJj6x?si=89V22-4YRG61vSswpR2pjQ ---Heartsongs, Dolly - https://open.spotify.com/album/34kJ0pnpcaCcviAnwgIanO?si=U67HAZpxQFCEE0i09TSzRw ---The David Grisman Quintet - https://open.spotify.com/album/3WFYnejh2lEBcrQq2gclVq?si=CgbdMIr9Ts2ganDRHfU4oA ---The News Is Out, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver - https://open.spotify.com/album/2LexSbiWDgDF0xOeTQevsm?si=GSSMUxkISYOie_7czn54Jg ---The Cold Hard Facts, Del McCoury Band - https://open.spotify.com/album/0Rwgw63MsaoCoyAIE3J6Ao?si=bu02WsiUR9eoXP_6IcfdMg---Punch, Punch Brothers - https://open.spotify.com/album/3hIwCfH78un6mI9gEfws4f?si=48ZpuAZoRYSbRon4F2L9iQ ---Bluegrass Album Band, Vol. 3 - https://open.spotify.com/album/5cMQA1GEBU5bBZmsMF8HR8?si=qzZf0P5ATyqeRVxugVClew ---Cold on the Shoulder, Tony Rice - https://open.spotify.com/album/6XEGLw8ko21Y1IN0irPS1i?si=O22tG64SQoe-pj9q51KOMA ---Flat & Scruggs Live at Carnegie Hall - https://open.spotify.com/album/0tKGsmRLUOv8YmtoLroBjE?si=W4JXh5uiRfi7cqzWcJWy5w ---JD Crowe Live In Japan - https://open.spotify.com/album/3D6XeUDPFP78UpnGjLB1wV?si=RhWBU1yXSAuLKeldUCiOlQ ---Red On Blonde, Tim O'Brien - https://open.spotify.com/album/1g1SmW9O61u6tKktYfYcrj?si=O3Gn40u_Q4aemqRShBiXyQ ---So Long So Wrong, Alison Krauss - https://open.spotify.com/album/7fNscFnVAEZzQMiRhmQyCd?si=dODRczcWTJmMNRIz5Tv6tA ---Just When We're Thinking It's Over, The Cox Family - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaDOIIyvD38 ---Forget About It, Alison Krauss - https://open.spotify.com/album/5OpoA9mtyVQ1bENOHHWGc1?si=v8jT_dh6TPuG70RMtLhYqg ---Gone Like The Cotton, The Cox Family - https://open.spotify.com/album/5fvWKwgjOETVCXvBVuaYlX?si=Pl1RHVYYS_KFz7tTZs2sXA ---Nickel Creek - https://open.spotify.com/album/5SGG7graQOU3OnK3cZZCNd?si=yAQtgSOXSGCCV9HpVIjq_Q

In this episode of TAS Knows People Podcast, we’re joined by the one and only Jim Pankey—banjo player, teacher, and beloved figure in the bluegrass community. Jim shares his story of getting started on banjo, building a music career, and why teaching and mentoring beginners is such a huge part of his mission today. Jim brings both humor and heart to this wide-ranging conversation. If you’ve ever learned from Jim online—or just love a good banjo story—this one’s for you.

Greg Rich is a living legend when it comes to guitar and instrument design. 🎸 In this exclusive podcast, we sit down with Greg to talk about his long career in the acoustic world, including his time at Gibson, Rich & Taylor, as well as the Music Link!Greg shares stories about the art of building world-class banjos, the challenges of balancing tradition and innovation, and some of the best behind the scenes industry stories.

In this special episode of The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Sierra Hull—a mandolin virtuoso, singer-songwriter, and bluegrass trailblazer—for an inspiring and down-to-earth conversation. Sierra opens up about her musical beginnings, working with legends like Sam Bush and Alison Krauss, finding her artistic voice, and navigating the ever evolving world of acoustic and bluegrass music. Thanks for sitting down with us, Sierra! ⁨ @sierrahullmusic  Follow Sierra Hull & Listen to Her New Album "A Tip Toe High Wire"!🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sierradawnhull/ 🔗Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SierraHullMusic/🔗YouTube:  @sierrahullmusic  🎧"A Tip Toe High Wire" - https://open.spotify.com/album/5EUfwyGGluE9F0VWG9RDoE?si=2JIl6w2uQHCs1xX_1_XFpA ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------👕Get Your TAS Merch!: https://bit.ly/TASMerch🪕Instruments At TAS -- ⌁Check out our Guitars here: https://bit.ly/TASGuitars ⌁Check out our New Arrivals here: https://bit.ly/TAS-New-Arrivals⌁Check out our Dreadnought Guitars here: https://bit.ly/TASDreadnoughts⌁Check out our Mandolins here: https://bit.ly/TASMandolins⌁Check out our Banjos here: https://bit.ly/TASBanjos---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🌎Follow The Acoustic Shoppe Everywhere! --Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAcousticShoppe/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theacousticshoppe/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theacousticshoppeTAS Knows People Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1yM0Y64DROnRmg9FfWnmNY?si=b76e9b34d9ab4694Our Website: https://www.theacousticshoppe.com/Reverb: https://reverb.com/shop/the-acoustic-shoppe🎙️We use Ear Trumpet Labs Microphones for instrument demos - Thank you Ear Trumpet Labs! https://www.eartrumpetlabs.com/👍Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that bell icon to stay updated with all things Acoustic Shoppe. Follow us on our journey through the music world, and share your thoughts in the comments below!#SierraHull #SierraHullMandolin #BluegrassPodcast #TASPodcast #TheAcousticShoppePodcast #SierraHullPodcast #BluegrassMusic #AcousticGuitar #GuitarInstrumental #MusicLovers #TheAcousticShoppeReviews

In this episode of The Acoustic Shoppe Knows Things, we break down the current U.S. tariff changes and what they mean for acoustic instruments. From the impact on imported tonewoods and parts to how price hikes could reshape the used market, we explore which brands are affected most—and what this might mean for stores like ours.We also talk candidly about how The Acoustic Shoppe is preparing for the changes and what it means for players shopping in 2025 and beyond. If you’ve been eyeing a new guitar, mandolin, or banjo… you’ll want to listen in.*Please note that his is not a political podcast. No matter where you stand in the mix, we're just sharing our thoughts on how this will effect us. Please keep all comments respectful, we are ultimately here for the love of music.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------👕Get Your TAS Merch!: https://bit.ly/TASMerch🪕Instruments At TAS -- ⌁Check out our Guitars here: https://bit.ly/TASGuitars ⌁Check out our New Arrivals here: https://bit.ly/TAS-New-Arrivals⌁Check out our Dreadnought Guitars here: https://bit.ly/TASDreadnoughts⌁Check out our Mandolins here: https://bit.ly/TASMandolins⌁Check out our Banjos here: https://bit.ly/TASBanjos---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🌎Follow The Acoustic Shoppe Everywhere! --Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAcousticShoppe/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theacousticshoppe/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theacousticshoppeTAS Knows People Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1yM0Y64DROnRmg9FfWnmNY?si=b76e9b34d9ab4694Our Website: https://www.theacousticshoppe.com/Reverb: https://reverb.com/shop/the-acoustic-shoppe🎙️We use Ear Trumpet Labs Microphones for instrument demos - Thank you Ear Trumpet Labs! https://www.eartrumpetlabs.com/👍Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that bell icon to stay updated with all things Acoustic Shoppe. Follow us on our journey through the music world, and share your thoughts in the comments below!#Tariffs #GuitarPodcast #AcousticPodcast #TASPodcast #trumptariffs #BluegrassMusic #AcousticGuitar #GuitarInstrumental #MusicLovers #TheAcousticShoppeReviews

Get ready for a real treat in the latest episode of "The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People"! We had the privilege of chatting with the legendary Banjo hero, Alan Munde.

We dive deep into the world of bluegrass music, exploring how instruments like guitars, banjos, and mandolins take on a life of their own in the hands of talented musicians. Plus, we challenge the idea that success and wealth are the ultimate goals, as we discuss the deep passion and dedication that musicians bring to their craft.

Whether you're a die-hard music lover, a bluegrass enthusiast, or just someone curious about the incredible stories behind musical legends, this podcast episode is a must-listen.

#PodcastEpisode #BluegrassMusic #AlanMunde #MusicalJourney #Artistry #Instruments #TheAcousticShoppeKnowsPeople #MusicLovers

Jerry shares his journey from becoming a skilled guitar and banjo player and eventually transitioning into the business side of the music industry.

He discusses his experiences as a Gibson sales rep and working with Ibanez, highlighting the importance of personal relationships in the music business.

We are so glad to get the chance to sit down and talk with our good friend Jerry Lambert.