ALTERNATE ROOTS

• From Jefferson, North Carolina.
• Formed in 1997.
• Members included Scott Freeman (mandolin), Willard Gayheart (guitar), Katy Taylor (lead vocals), Randy Pasley (resophonic guitar), Tony Testerman (bass).
• Gayheart and Freeman were previously with Skeeter and the Skidmarks.
• Freeman is a songwriter whose songs have been recorded by IIIrd Tyme Out, other bands.
• Last performance: January 2006.