In Ep.14 of the Music Festivals Podcast, I talk with Ms. Amy Heron, lead vocalist and mandolin picker for Ms. Amy & The Jet Set, a Colorado-based bluegrass band. I met Ms. Amy during the campground jams in Sturgeon Moon campground at Cottonwood Meadows for Billy Strings Renewal 2024.

We dive into the vibrant bluegrass festival scene in Colorado, as Ms. Amy shares her experiences and highlights from local jam sessions and the Colorado bluegrass scene. Learn about upcoming festivals like the Rocky Grass, Midwinter Fest, and the Durango Meltdown, each offering unique music experiences. Don't miss out on insider tips for navigating large festivals like Cottonwood and insights into the dynamic nature of jam sessions.

Mentioned During the Episode 👀

Ms. Amy & The Jetset Band

http://www.msamyandthejetset.com/

53rd Annual RockyGrass Festival

July 25-27, 2025 • Lyons, Colorado

https://bluegrass.com/rockygrass

Midwinter Bluegrass Festival

Feb 14-16, 2025 - Northglenn, CO

https://www.midwinterbluegrass.com/

Durango Bluegrass Meltdown

April 11-13, 2025 - Durango, CO

https://durangomeltdown.com/

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Production Credits 🙏

Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC

https://www.nrmedia.biz/

Podcast Intro Music Credits 🙏

Piano improvisation from Holly Bowling, Dark Star Jubilee 2024 (Recorded 05/25/2024).

Holly's Website: https://www.hollybowling.com/

Stream the full set on Nugs: https://bit.ly/holly-bowling-set-DSJ24