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Scott McBride - lead vocals, guitar
A versatile lead singer, guitarist, and fiddle player. Scott was heavily influenced by the traditional sounds of Bill Monroe, Jimmy Martin, and the Stanley Brothers. Scott has the rare ability to get “inside” the song, singing with depth and soul to bring the lyrics to life. Over the years he has performed with several notable bands including Joyful Noise and Jordan River. A native of Danville, Va, Scott currently resides in Duncan, NC where he enjoys spending time with his loving wife Allyson and daughter Audrey. Scott also served four years in the Navy.
Mark Roshelli- lead guitar, vocals
Originally from Graham, NC, Mark grew up in a talented musical family. Mark has played in several notable bluegrass bands, including the Steel Driving Band and New Vintage. His strong rhythm guitar and lead solos provide a firm foundation and a distinctive edge to the group’s sound. Mark also contributes greatly by writing original material. Currently residing in Apex, NC, Mark enjoys family life with his wife, Laurie and two daughters, Gabrielle and Caroline.
Tim James - banjo, vocals
Tim has performed with a variety of bands throughout the years, including, the Steel Driving Band from Greenville, N.C., Carolina Sonshine which played all over North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia and a short stint with Jordan River. “I think what excites me most is that we all have the same desire to be the best we can be, to complement each other both vocally and instrumentally, and to express our own creativity.” Tim also makes replacement banjo necks for Jim Mills, banjo picker for Rickey Skaggs. He also writes most of our original songs. Tim lives in Greensboro, NC with his beautiful wife Kim and son Logan.
Danny Knighten - mandolin, vocals
Danny Knighten, from Saxapahaw, NC, started playing mandolin at age eleven, singing in churches and local functions with his older brother. Later, he performed with Kickin Grass, Solid Ground, Phatmen & Robin and Bluemont Road. A carpenter by trade, his true loves are his wife, Donna, and his two children, Sarah and Dylan. He’s very involved in his local church family, which he loves only second to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
David Sampler - Upright Bass
Laying down the foundation on upright bass for Carolina Junction is David Sampler. David comes to us originally from Long Island, playing all the Honky Tonks of NY. David has performed and recorded with many major bluegrass musicians including a three year stint with Carolina Road, Ramona Church, Wayne Benson, and Clay Jones. In addition to his duties with Carolina Junction, David lends his expertise as soundman for the Clayton Artist Series. David lives in Fuquay Varina with his wife of 20 years, Maureen and two sons Daniel and Major.
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