Live at the Gantries: The Ebony Hillbillies July 26, 2011

As one of the last black string bands in the U.S. and the only one currently based in NYC, The Ebony Hillbillies keep an important legacy alive with a rootsy, homegrown style that was a key element in the genesis of All American Music-Jazz, Blues, Bluegrass, Rockabilly, Rock and Roll and Country. Whether they play for thousands at Carnegie Hall or a crowd at Grand Central station, The Ebony Hillbillies bring history alive with the still vibrant sound of Americana that echoes across generations and transcends all racial and cultural boundaries.

Live at the Gantries, a series of six free outdoor concerts, will return to the waterfront, featuring Queens-based musical groups beginning July 12, 2011 at 7pm at Gantry Plaza State Park in Long Island City, Queens.

Official Website: http://www.liveatthegantries.com