Bio

Burn it Blue is an acoustic trio of multi-instrumentalists with roots in bluegrass, old-time, Celtic, country, jazz, and rock and roll. Featuring John Bush (guitar, mandolin, fiddle, vocals), Shaun Nicklin (banjo, pedal steel, dobro, vocals), and Francisco Prado (double bass, vocals), the band became friends at jams in the vibrant bluegrass scene of Golden, Colorado and formed in 2014. Entertaining audiences with a fast-paced, exciting and humorous live show, Burn it Blue combines original music with covers of traditional and modern popular songs for a unique interpretation of the traditional string band genre. The band’s insightful, honest, and catchy songs are executed with intensity and feature inspired instrumental breaks and improvisation, making every performance a unique experience spanning a broad variety of genres and arrangements.