Mike Hartgrove

From Shelbina, Mo., and now living in Albemarle, N.C., Mike Hartgrove is back for his second stint with LRB. He was a member of the band from ’02-’05, and rejoined the band in December 2008. “Grove” is among the most experienced fiddlers in bluegrass music, having spent time with The Bluegrass Cardinals and Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver. He was also a founding member of IIIrd Tyme Out, with whom he toured and recorded for 11 years before joining Lonesome River Band in 2002. Mike has also performed with George Jones and Moe Bandy.