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"Blackberry Blossom": From Bluegrass to Old Time and Beyond.

“Blackberry Blossom” is one of the most beloved tunes in both old-time and bluegrass music—but its origins are anything but simple. In this episode of Hoedown History, we untangle the fascinating and debated story behind this classic fiddle tune. From Arthur Smith’s influential 1935 recording to the melodic banjo version popularized by Bill Keith and Kenny Baker, we explore how the tune became a bluegrass standard while also tracing the roots of the older old-time variant known as Garfield’s Blackberry Blossom. Along the way, we follow the tune through the playing of Dick Burnett, Ed Haley, and Ed Morrison, and even into stories connecting the melody to James A. Garfield during the Civil War. We also look overseas, where versions of the tune appear in Irish manuscript collections dating back to the mid-1800s, suggesting the melody may have traveled across the Atlantic long before it became an Appalachian staple. Whether you're a picker, fiddler, or simply a fan of traditional music, this episode reveals how one tune grew into multiple traditions across generations. 🎻 Featured topics include: • Arthur Smith and early radio performances • The Delmore Brothers recording sessions • Flatt & Scruggs and the bluegrass revival • Bill Keith’s melodic banjo breakthrough • Old-time vs bluegrass versions of the tune • Garfield’s Blackberry Blossom origins • Irish manuscript connections • Modern performances keeping the tune alive