Vincent Cross at Folk Alliance International

Thanks to Vincent Cross, the Irish bluegrass scene's ambassador in New York City, for his latest e-newsletter. The last one (see the BIB for 11 Feb.) mentioned that he would be going again this year to the big Folk Alliance International (16-22 Feb. 2015) in Kansas City, Missouri; his nine scheduled appearances there are listed on the poster image (photo: Robert Kalman).

Vincent writes: 'Kansas City has become a beacon of roots music with nearly 2,000 lovers of folk music gathered in one location performing, conferencing, showcasing, networking, it's a welcoming sight for sore eyes.' The new e-newsletter includes two video clips from his sets. The BIB recommends these to gig organisers with a view to Vincent's European tour this summer, during which he will be in Ireland between 18 and 30 July. He can be contacted for bookings by e-mail.