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Andrew Ross:  I was born in Conway, South Carolina, but when my parents divorced, my mother moved us up to Asheville.

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My stepfather's parents were into Bluegrass and played banjo, guitar and bass and they would have whole family gatherings, which became musical jam nights. My uncle was in a band called Windsong and they opened for Kenny Rogers on his Australian tour. So, I grew up with all of this musical talent surrounding me from my stepfather's side of the family.

The music scene in Asheville?

Bluegrass and mountain music for sure.

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But there is also a rock scene. [Guitarist] Warren Haynes is from Asheville and he comes back every year and throws this all-star jam at the Orange Peel. It's a really rich and artistic environment up there in the mountains.

DR:  I've seen you play guitar, bass and mandolin. Any other instruments in your repertoire?

AR:  I play a little banjo and I also taught myself how to play the didgeridoo.

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