Punch Brothers

Punch Brothers, founded by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006, is known for pushing the boundaries of acoustic music. The group is essentially a bluegrass band, but manages to carve out a unique place within the musical landscape through their (seemingly boundless) craftsmanship. In addition to Thile, the band consists of celebrated musicians: guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjo player Noam Pikelny, and, since 2023, violinist Brittany Haas. Punch Brothers has received much praise from critics, including a Grammy for Best Folk Album for 'All Ashore' (2018). The Times praised their work as "brilliant, bold, original and, above all, entertaining". Over the past twenty years, Punch Brothers has grown into a pioneer in modern acoustic music, with albums such as 'Antifogmatic' (2010), 'Who’s Feeling Young Now' (2012), and 'The Phosphorescent Blues' (2015), showcasing the group's genre-transcending sound. The Financial Times writes: "The fluid way in which the five musicians move between different musical styles shows how far they have advanced beyond the label 'progressive bluegrass'", thereby establishing their reputation as pioneers in contemporary acoustic music. 'The...