The Rise of Open-Back Banjos: Clawhammer’s Revival in the Mainstream Written By: Patrick David Sawyer Disclaimer: This article is based on my personal experiences and observations within the banjo and music industry. While opinions are included, they are informed by the trends and developments I’ve seen firsthand. It’s an exciting time to be a banjo player—especially if you’re drawn to the deep, rhythmic groove of (read the rest...) see all banjo faq's