David Grisman

David Grisman
Grisman in 2006
Grisman in 2006
Background information
Also known as"Dawg"
Born (1945-03-23) March 23, 1945 (age 79)
Hackensack, New Jersey, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, record producer, label owner
Instrument(s)Mandolin, Mandola, Mandocello, Piano, Saxophone, Vocals
Years active1963–present
LabelsKaleidoscope, Horizon, Warner Bros., Rounder, Acoustic Disc
Websitedawgnet.com

David Jay Grisman[1] (born March 23, 1945) is an American mandolinist. His music combines bluegrass, folk, and jazz in a genre he calls "Dawg music". He founded the record label Acoustic Disc, which issues his recordings and those of other acoustic musicians. He was inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame in 2023.[2]

  1. ^ "Bluegrass at the Beach". American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Retrieved April 26, 2023.
  2. ^ "IBMA Announces 34th Annual Awards Nominees and Recipients". The Bluegrass Situation. July 19, 2023. Retrieved July 22, 2023.