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Bluegrass Addiction has been entertaining across the midwest since 1991.  This high-energy band has a unique blend of harmony, lots of stage personality, and has the ability to entertain diverse crowds.  From a hard-driving, traditional bluegrass song to a contemporary, strong ballad-- their performances will keep you on the edge of your seat.  Bluegrass Addiction has released six recording projects since 1999 with the current band configuration.  In 2006 the band released the title cut "Blue In My Bluegrass" on Prime Cuts of Bluegrass that was sent to hundreds of radio stations and talent buyers across the world.  Their longevity as a group shows their commitment to each other, the fans, as well as promoters of bluegrass music.  Be sure to come by their campsite and join in on a jam session, say howdy, and sit a spell......as everyone is welcome.......the coffee is always on!!!

Bluegrass Addiction consists of four-well rounded musicians veteran to many hours of stage performances:

Lori King--  Lori joined the group in 1999 and plays bass fiddle, sings lead and harmony vocals, and is manager and booking agent for the band.  Lori started singing as a teen-ager in high school, but didn't pick up playing the bass until age 28.  She had always loved to sing and accredits her gift of music to her mother for singing along to the old country songs by Tammy Wynette, Lorretta Lynn, and Dolly Parton.  Her influences are country, but after hearing bluegrass artists like Allison Krauss and Rhonda Vincent there has been no turning back.  She plays and sings with a conviction that draws you in to the music.  Lori is actively pursuing her musical goals and is the Executive Director for the Bluegrass Music Association of Iowa. 

Joe King--  Joe has been playing guitar since the age of 5.  He is a founding member of Bluegrass Addiction.  Joe's guitar playing influence's were that of Tony Rice and Vince Gill.  His style is unique, his rhythm is solid, and his flat-picking is outstanding.  Joe has recently written several bluegrass songs that have become fan favorites and requests.   Joe  contributes his love of music and guitar-picking to his grandfather, who encouraged him to play and would be very proud of his accomplishments.  He also plays mandolin, banjo, and bass and even attempts to play a tune or two on the fiddle.  Joe is a teacher's associate at the Davis County School District and enjoys his time off to play music.

Bill Cross--  Bill will primarily be playing banjo, singing baritone and lead vocals with the band.  He is however a very talented musician and plays guitar, bass, dobro, and mandolin so don't be surprised if you see him on stage with another instrument in hand.    He has been performing across the Midwest for 32 years and began playing banjo at the age of 13. Bill and his wife Sue reside in Troy, IL where he works for The Boeing Company in St. Louis.

Kevin Lewis-- We would like to welcome Kevin as the newest member of Bluegrass Addiction.  Kevin will be playing fiddle with the group but is an accomplished guitarist as well as other instruments.  He sings lead and tenor vocals and is able to make a very realistic train whistle.  You wont want to miss this during our show.  Kevin is from Leadwood, MO and is a firefighter. 

And together we make up Bluegrass Addiction.

We hope that you enjoy our show and thank you for letting us be a part of your festival.

We appreciate the opportunity to share our love of music with you.