*Sparkle-Grass*
Larger than Life, Vocalist, Songwriter and Multi-Instrumentalist *Sparkle-Grass* is the quintessential Entertainer. With his Booming and powerful Baritone Voice and Shining Instrumental prowess on Guitars, Fiddle, Mandolin & Banjo, he is truly a Triple Threat. Singer, Writer and Instrumentalist. He is Inspired by the vocals of John Hartford, Waylon Jennings, Leon Russell, Dale Watson, Peter Rowan & Tony Rice, and instrumentalists Vassar Clements, Sam Bush, David Grier, David Grisman & Clarance White. *Sparkle-Grass* has developed an Eclectic and Unique California Country sound. His talents have lead him to opportunities working for Country Legends Dale Watson and Earl Poole Ball (Producer of The Byrds Sweetheart of the Rodeo), Bluegrass Stars Peter Wernick of Hot Rize, Rob Ikes & Trey Hensley, Doug Jernigan and Scott Vestal. His Solo Instrumental Performance has been showcased live in Hollywood for Vanity Fair. From the second he pulls into the Venue the show has started. Enough already go to a show!
Artist *Sparkle-Grass* works with his Folk, Country, Disco, Rock Band *Sparkle-Grass* & The Stallions. OB Bluegrass Boys, in which he sings and plays mandolin and fiddle, a traditional and slightly progressive Bluegrass Band based in Ocean Beach, CA. He also works as a Solo Performer showcasing his vocal and multi-instrumental talents.
*Sparkle-Grass* is available for recording session work instrumental or vocal.
*Sparkle-Grass* also is available for private instruction of Guitars, Violin, Mandolin and Banjo.
To Book Artist *Sparkle-Grass* contact
Phil Rider - Sparklesoundproductions@gmail.com
Here are some pictures of Artist *Sparkle~Grass* & Legends that he has worked with.
Artist *Sparkle~Grass* & Tailor of the Stars Manuel Cuevas. Manuel dressed Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Gram Parsons, Elvis and many others.
Artist *Sparkle~Grass* & Peter Wernick aka Dr. Banjo of Award Winning Bluegrass Band Hot Rize. This photo was taken at a Tribute to John Hartford organized by *Sparkle~Grass*.
Artist *Sparkle~Grass* & Earl Poole Ball Producer of The Byrds Sweetheart of the Rodeo & 20 Years Piano for Johnny Cash. *Sparkle~Grass* working as a sideman playing fiddle & singing lead in Earl’s Band.
Artist *Sparkle~Grass* & Hall of Fame Pedal Steel Legend Doug Jernigan pictured in Nashville, TN Recording Session. Doug played on Vassar Clements, JD Crowe, and many other famous Records.