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Vince Diem
Mandolin & Vocals

vpd1069@gmail.com

As one of the original members of the band Vince's unique singing voice and mandolin playing style have been familiar to the many fans and friends of Flint Hollow for years. 

In addition to his singing and playing, Vince enjoys contributing his own lyrics for new songs to the band.  Some of which, were included on the band’s self-titled debut release in 2006.  Audiences and radio station listeners have enjoyed and identified with Vince’s heart-felt lyrics in such neo-traditional classics like “Robe Made of Linen” and “My Lips Will Whisper Out Your Name.” 

Born and raised in the bluegrass-friendly region of south central Pennsylvania, Vince has particularly enjoyed living in Virginia since 2002.  Many new opportunities, friends, and experiences have been both a blessing and an inspiration for some of Vince’s songwriting material.  Vince currently resides in Winchester, Virginia.  


Randy Collins
Rhythm Guitar & Vocals

VaGuitar@msn.com

Randy is a native of Washington D.C. and his roots run deep when it comes to Bluegrass music.

Randy's father and grandfather taught him how to play and love the traditional tunes and gospel hymns. His granddaddy Jeff played the autoharp and harmonica and Randy's father played the guitar and sang. One of Randy's most precious possessions is a photograph of the three of them - Randy on the banjo, granddaddy on the harmonica, and his father on the guitar.

Randy has played many years with several bands and continues to enjoy contributing at jam sessions, community events, pick up events and retirement homes.

Randy is particularly fond of the slow ballads and love songs as well as singing the "high lonesome" tenor.

Though granddaddy Jeff and his father have passed away, through Randy their music lives on.

Randy lives in Leesburg, Virginia with his wife Anne and three children.


Mark Baker
Resophonic Guitar / Vocals

rezzocat@verizon.net

Mark was raised in Aspen Hill, MD and began playing resophonic guitar in 1975. He began playing Bluegrass in 1978 and has played in many bands in the tri-state area, with each band influencing his musical style. From traditional to contemporary - and even an eclectic mix of the folk rock - Mark has had the pleasure of performing, and recording with many great musicians too include some of the all time greats of Bluegrass.

Another side interest of Mark`s is the bagpipes which he has played since the mid 1980`s.

In joining Flint Hollow, Mark brings a fresh enthusiasm to group and you`ll certainly enjoy what he brings to Flint Hollow's well-honed sound.

Mark has stayed close to his roots, currently living in Brookeville, MD, with his wife Linda and their two children.

He has been employed with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority for 15 years as a Master Electrician.


Chris Athey
Banjo

ccabanjo@verizon.net

Chris has played the banjo since his interest was piqued in the late 1970's. Rummaging through his brother's LP collection he found several bluegrass albums and instantly fell in love with the banjo.

After years of playing at jam sessions, in 1997 Chris joined the band Vintage Blend, of which he was a member until the band ceased to exist in 2002.

Chris roots his playing in the Scruggs tradition with influences from masters such as Earl (of course), Doug Dillard, Joe Mullins, and J.D. Crowe. Chris brings to Flint Hollow a focused, hard-core drive that has earned him accolades from fellow musicians. Chris assists with the arranging of many of the songs in Flint Hollow's repertoire and has also contributed several original tunes.

Chris lives with his wife and two daughters in Loudoun County, Virginia where he has served since 1984 with the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.


Paul Clowes
Bass Fiddle

 

 

 

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