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GrassStreet, from central North Carolina, has a contemporary bluegrass format based on traditional styling with a modern presentation vocally and instrumentally. The material for this band is a mixture of bluegrass standards and original compositions combined with a crowd-pleasing stage show. GrassStreet is a derivative of the band Swift Run that has performed regionally since the early '80s with two albums to their credit and numerous awards.
The latest CD release from GrassStreet, "Hittin' the Street," features 16 songs recorded live at the historic Ridgeway Opry House. This recording captures the excitement, energy and spontaneity that GrassStreet brings to every show. From originals to standards to fan requests this CD is sure to appeal to every music fan.
"Better Times," released by GrassStreet in August 2004, was recorded at the Rubber Room Studio in Chapel Hill, N.C. This disc is all straight ahead driving bluegrass and is the group's first full band recording. All but two of the cuts are original material/arrangements. The tunes feature influences from bluegrass, country, gospel and blues. Lyrically, the subject matter ranges from modern day social problems of farm foreclosures, factory layoffs and lost love, to the harmless, homeless hobo.
GrassStreet's "Acoustic Pathways," was released December of 2003. This CD is centered on both original and other selections Wayne & David Kinton have performed since they started playing together. An all-acoustic project with a distinct bluegrass flavor, Acoustic Pathways contains elements of blues, swing, gospel, and jazz.
  
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