Wiseapple has recently been added to the WNCW playlist. To request your favorite wiseapple tune from this nationally acclaimed public radio station contact them at request@wncw.org or 828-287-8080.
Wiseapple is an acoustic string band from Boone, North Carolina proudly continuing in the bluegrass tradition of Bill Monroe, the Stanley Brothers, and Flatt and Scruggs. The band plays a mix of standard classics and original compositions featuring tight vocal harmonies and impressive musicianship. Formed in 1999, the group consists of Jon Hill on mandolin and vocals, Tim Marsh on guitar and vocals, Ben McPherron on bass fiddle, and Brian Swenk on banjo. In addition to bluegrass, the group enjoys arranging numbers by jazz greats such as Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and Sonny Rollins as well as playing songs by important songwriters like Bob Dylan and Neil Young. No matter what style of music they choose to play, the group takes care to create fresh arrangements that have an original sound bearing their distinctive signature.
At the beginning of 2003, the members of Wiseapple made the decision to focus on their songwriting skills and develop more original material. Drawing on their wide range of influences, each member has contributed songs reflecting many styles. The result is an eclectic blend of traditional and modern sounds that create a truly exciting listening experience.
“WiseApple has been turning heads with its infectious bluegrass music. The boys of WiseApple deftly balance traditional bluegrass with its more modern cousins” -Jeff Eason, Mountain Times Entertainment Editor
"They are a true band. When they play, they... support each other as a group. In a genre dominated by flashy solos and individual gain, Wiseapple has not forgotten why people listen to music: good songs that make you want to get up and boogie." -Jay Sanders, Acoustic Syndicate
Wiseapple has recently been added to the WNCW playlist. To request your favorite wiseapple tune from this nationally acclaimed public radio station contact them at request@wncw.org or 828-287-8080.
