Noam Pikelny Beat The Devil & Carry A Rail (CD)

(Compass Records) 12 tracks, digisleeve

Pikelny is undoubtedly the next big star of the 5-string banjo scene. With his incomparable technique, he amazes and inspires his listeners with his mastery of the instrument. As a member of the Punch Brothers, he has helped bring the banjo to a wider audience. For this he was awarded the first annual Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass Music and was invited to appear with Martin on the Late Show with David Letterman.