Fresh Air host Sam Briger interviews Grammy-winning bluegrass musician Billy Strings, exploring his deep roots in traditional acoustic music, his emotional journey through personal trauma and loss, and how those experiences shape his songwriting. The conversation centers on his artistic e
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