August 2002

In this issue

1. Greetings!
   by Murphy Hicks Henry Murphy's introduction reflects on the early days of women in bluegrass.
   What it Was Like 30 Years Ago by Murphy Hicks Henry Murphy's analysis and recollection of the documentary Bluegrass Country Soul, highlighting the near-total absence of women on stage.
   Rubye Davis Discography by Murphy Hicks Henry A listing of the albums recorded by Hubert Davis and the Season Travelers
2. RUBYE DAVIS
   I DO HAVE A NAME AND I WAS PART OF THAT BAND, TOO by Murphy Hicks Henry and Rubye Davis A lengthy interview with Rubye Davis, the lead singer and guitarist for the Season Travelers, detailing her career, the band's history, and her struggle for recognition.
3. UNCLE EARL
   by Casey Henry Casey Henry's account of the logistics and chaotic dynamics of touring with her new all-female old-time band, Uncle Earl
4. Looking for First Generation Wibbers
   by Murphy Hicks Henry A call for information on women who played bluegrass in the 1950s-70s for a future book project (which would end up being Pretty Good for a Girl)
5. Kudos to Kaufman Kamp
   by Murphy Hicks Henry An announcement that women will make up the majority of instructors at an upcoming music camp hosted by Steve Kaufman.
6. To That Mansion in the Sky
   by Murphy Hicks Henry An obituary for pioneering banjo player and songwriter Ola Belle Reed.

Photos

• Gene Bush, Hubert Davis, Mike Compton, Richard Hoffman, Rubye Davis, Shelby Jean Davis, page 3. Photo: Dan Loftin.
• Gene Bush, Hubert Davis, Rubye Davis, Shelby Jean Davis, page 4. Photo: Dan Loftin.
• Gene Bush, Mike Compton, Rubye Davis, page 7. Photo: Dan Loftin.
• Hubert Davis, Rubye Davis, Shelby Jean Davis, page 9. Photo: Dan Loftin.
• Amanda J. Kowalski, Casey Henry, Jo Serrapere, KC Groves, page 11. Photo: Roland Williams.