My Grass Is Blue

On air

Thursday · 16:00 – 18:00 · ET

HOST · USA

Modern;Gospel;Traditional;Progressive

About the show

Dave Byrne is a premier international voice in bluegrass broadcasting and a vital bridge connecting American acoustic music to European audiences. Broadcasting straight from his studio in the beautiful hills of Wicklow, Ireland, Dave has spent over four decades spinning records and championing roots music. He stepped behind his very first radio microphone in 1981, building a massive reputation across independent regional, local, and internet-based stations throughout Ireland. Dave's immense devotion to the genre goes far beyond the microphone. In October 2018, he officially founded mygrassisblue.com, a specialized music booking and promotion agency dedicated to bringing top-tier international bluegrass talent to Irish shores. Through his agency, Dave has personally facilitated and promoted highly successful Irish tours for premier bluegrass heavyweights, including Sideline, Kristy Cox, Leroy Troy, Johnny Staats, and Brandon Lee Adams. On-Air Style & Sound Irish-Atlantic Connection: Filmed and produced direct from Ireland, the show brings a charming, warm, and uniquely international perspective to the bluegrass airwaves. The Traditional Roots Blend: Dave treats his listeners to a masterfully curated, two-hour weekly block consisting strictly of high-fidelity traditional bluegrass and classic country music. Collector’s Deep Cuts: As an avid, lifelong physical record collector, Dave avoids generic playlists, preferring to dig deep into his massive personal archives to spin rare tracks, historical gems, and forgotten acoustic classics. Sneak Peeks and First Listens: Because of his close professional ties to top Nashville booking agents and labels, Dave's listeners frequently get exclusive, first-play access to highly anticipated acoustic album releases before they drop publicly.