Rumpke Mountain Boys/Adam's Ale

Last time the Rumpke Mountain Boys were in town, they were proudly plucking the latest tunes off 2012’s Trashgrass. Following the August release of Moon, they’ve got some new stuff to show off this time around. And this new one really is a great album. The stings are top notch as always, and the attitude is fresh and laid back. “Cincinnati Moon” is a nice little song, cleaving the Ohio River duality of north and south. From down in Southwest Ohio up here to the Northeast, the band’s got a lot of good to deliver. Their shows promise high-energy bluegrass and plenty of dancing for those who’ve got the itch. Here’s a parting drop of Rumpke perspective: “Doin’ wrong feels as good as being right, especially when I’m high as a kite.” We couldn’t agree more. (Eric Sandy)