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Darin Aldridge
Bluegrass / Gospel / Country

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Member Since3/1/2006
Band Websitewww.darinaldridge.com
Band MembersThe Circuit Riders
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Record LabelPinecastle Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Darin Aldridge
Darin Aldridge, a native of Cherryville, N.C. brings an expertise to our table that we are very fortunate to have access to. Well into his second decade as a professional musician, he has toured with acts as diverse as Charlie Waller and The Country Gentleman, Blue Highway, Acoustic Syndicate, Mac Wiseman, Bryon Sutton, The Isaacs and Mike Snider just to name a few. He is a four time SPBGMA nominee for mandolin player of the year, and has two solo projects to his credit. Darin's current solo project, "Call it a Day" has landed with great reviews and success, which includes three singles that have already soared high on the bluegrass and gospel charts. "Call it a Day" was voted in the top 50 released cd's of 2004 by DJ's, fans, and Public Radio. Beginning at an early age, Darin’s musical career has been inspired through a variety of genres that has consisted of country, jazz, rock, and later on progressed to bluegrass. A stint with the band Acoustic Syndicate in the mid-nineties helped Darin supplement his bluegrass with styles he characterizes as "jazz, blues and folk rock." Darin toured the U.S. and Canada with The Country Gentleman for seven years. During that time Darin recorded three projects with The Country Gentlemen, the first "Crying in the Chapel" received an IBMA nomination for gospel event of the year. The last project "Songs of the American Spirit" won the SPBGMA 2005 best bluegrass album of the year. Not only did Darin have huge sucess with The Country Gentlemen, but in 2005 he along with his former band mates were asked to be part of the Presidential Inauguration in Washington D.C., an accomplishment Darin considers to be very huge in his lifetime. For the last 2 years Darin has been on tour with one of the turns in his career with the band known as The Circuit Riders. The band just released a recording in February and has already landed a spot on the National charts, debuting at number 26 with the song Powderfinger . As a founding member of the Circuit Riders, this new and dynamic group is currently under contract with Pinecastle Records .The band recently performed at MerleFest on April 27th in North Wilkesboro N.C. Aside of playing with the Circuit Riders at MerleFest, Aldridge also had the privilege to be part of a mandolin workshop while in the company of master players such as Sam Bush, Ronnie McCoury ,Wayne Benson and Dan Tyminski. In 2006, Darin joined up with extraordinary vocalist Brooke Justice to perform several festivals and fairs as well as Tweetsie Railroad and many churches throughout the southern states.. Recently, Darin and Brooke have begun to work on a duet project that will be completed towards the end of 2007. While not on tour, Darin is also a Music Instructor . Not all who can play can teach what they do, but Darin has significant expertise in this arena also. After years of giving private lessons in his studio, teaching at Gaston School of the Arts, a member of IBMA and working with the nationally recognized Accutab sessions, he knows how to help each student maximize their potential. Darin is also a producer, song writer, and does many recording studio sessions. Darin endorses Gibson Instruments, GHS strings, Michael Kelly Instruments, Emore Straps , D# Entertainment, and is currently signed to Pinecastle Records.

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Long Gone





Jul 3 2009 4:38 AM



Long Gone

Michael McClead





Jun 25 2009 2:52 PM

Please join us this Sunday for free food, free music, and a free Gospel message this Sunday June 28th in Melrose Park, IL!!!!

St. Paul Lutheran Show Flier
Ruby Jane





Jun 13 2009 5:58 PM

Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane.To those who don't know me, I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too!
Ruby Jane
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Jun 12 2009 4:17 AM

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Hey Darin Aldridge,
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Jun 11 2009 6:03 PM

Who: The Paige Capo
What: Introducing their newest model, "The Clik"
When: Summer NAMM 2009
Where: Nashville, Tennessee. Booth 1406.
Why: Because you asked for it.

"Are you in The Clik?"
Michael McClead





Jun 10 2009 10:32 PM

Hello friend. Would you please consider coming to our show on Tuesday night June 16th at the Elbo Room in Chicago, IL? It would be great to have you there and if you are able to make it, please come over and say hello. We are very excited to be playing at the Elbo Room with three other amazing artists including; The Crown and Two Chairmen, The Columbian Exposition and Saturday June. It's a 21 and up show and we'll be on stage at 9:00PM. Admission is only $7.00, so what do you think?

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Jun 7 2009 6:03 AM

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Adam





Jun 7 2009 2:07 AM

Awesome music!
Adam





Jun 6 2009 11:32 PM

God bless.
mannysmom





Jun 4 2009 6:19 PM

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Country Gospel





Jun 1 2009 4:17 PM

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Michael McClead





May 29 2009 12:18 PM

WE WILL BE PLAYING THE NITE LIGHT CAFE TONIGHT!!!

We will be performing at the Nitelight Cafe TONIGHT with several other artists including Garza and Joe Guerra. The Nite Light Cafe is a Christian non-profit venue that provides a positive influence in a drug-free and alcohol-free environment where people can "come as they are" to be loved and accepted unconditionally. Night Light's mission is to reach out to people and show them mercy, love, and grace.


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Michael McClead LIVE w/ Joe Guerra and Garza
Friday May 29, 2009
Nite Light Cafe.7009 Ogden Avenue.Berwyn, IL
7:00PM
$5
Mark Bumgarner





May 26 2009 8:24 PM

Thanks so much for the add. Take care. ~MB
BARBARA WILKINSON- SONGWRITER





May 8 2009 12:21 AM

Have a Great Weekend and listen to new americana/bluegrass tune "BITTERWEEDS" on my player

Peace

Barbara
songwriter
*Elizabeth(:





Apr 27 2009 8:07 PM

happy birthday darin!
love ya,
Elizabeth
David Sperry





Mar 30 2009 3:20 PM

Thanks Darin for taking the time out of your busy schedule to add me to your friend list.

After reviewing your page I can see a lot of enthusiasm and excitement in your Page. I like what I hear and see. I hope all is well and good with you.
Keep in touch and God bless
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Mar 25 2009 10:03 PM

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Mar 25 2009 2:14 AM

http://fiddleworld.ning.com - it's where the fiddlers are
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Mar 16 2009 8:51 PM

Thanks For The Add!!
Bethel House





Mar 13 2009 11:34 PM

Hi Darin,
Thank you for friendship.
Listening to "This Man"... Thank you!
Merryl/Bethelhouse/Australia
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Stacy Grubb





Mar 4 2009 12:38 AM

Thanks for the friend request. I saw your album review in Bluegrass Unlimited recently :). Great music.
Anvil Thunderhead





Feb 27 2009 5:09 PM

Darin, thanks for the friendship, great music!
-Anvil
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Feb 24 2009 7:49 PM

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The Old Fair & Square Band





Feb 16 2009 12:28 AM

"Bluegrass 'till I'm dead, then just bury me under some..."

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Jan 29 2009 4:18 PM

THANKS FOR THE ADD!!
And Stay in touch with your acoustic side . . .

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