How Dominican Friars Became a Bluegrass (Americana) Sensation! - 369
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Following the success of The Hillbilly Thomists' fourth album, Marigold—which soared to number 2 on Billboard's #Bluegrass Chart—Fr. Jonah Teller, O.P., joins Deacon Mike Beauvais on RED-C Roundup to delve into the band's journey, the intersection of #faith and #music, and the unexpected ways their Dominican spirituality resonates through bluegrass. Fr. Jonah shares his inspiring journey from a cradle Catholic upbringing in Cincinnati to joining the Dominican Order, where his love for music found an unexpected outlet. The conversation delves into the unique fusion of Dominican spirituality and bluegrass music, exploring how Fr. Jonah and his fellow friars use their talents to evangelize and spread joy through their art. Fr. Jonah offers insights into the Dominican way of life, the significance of art in faith, and the surprising success of their music, which has charted on Billboard's Bluegrass Charts. This episode is a testament to how faith and creativity can intersect to create something truly beautiful and impactful.
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