Tennessee Mafia Jug Band, The

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THE TENNESSEE MAFIA JUG BAND

  • From Goodlettsville, Tennessee.
  • An old-time/country/comedy string band formed by Lester and Mike Armistead (father/son), Leroy Troy and Kent Blanton.
  • They performed frequently at the Grand Ole Opry, often with Marty Stuart.
  • 2003, recorded first album Barnyard Frolic (Spring Fed).
  • 2011, released Poor Leroy’s Almanac album (Spring Fed).
  • 2012, released Screams From The Holler album (Spring Fed).
  • 2013, released Tales From Short Mountain album (Spring Fed).
  • 2014, Lester Armistead died at the age of 71.