Special Consensus, marking its 50th anniversary in 2025, continues to deliver a vibrant contemporary bluegrass sound deeply rooted in tradition. The band released a brand-new album, Been All Around This World, on the Nashville-based Compass Records label in June, 2025. Led by founder Greg Cahill, a recipient of the prestigious International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Distinguished Achievement Award and an inductee into the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music in America (SPBGMA) Hall of Greats, Special Consensus has been a cornerstone of the bluegrass community for five decades. The group has released 22 acclaimed recordings, earned eight IBMA awards, and received two Grammy nominations - a testament to their enduring artistry and innovation.
Special Consensus’ sound is grounded in a deep appreciation and understanding of bluegrass music, incorporating both the drive and harmonies of the traditional sound with the more contemporary sounds and repertoire of today. With the foundation of Greg’s unique banjo playing style and the vocal prowess of the 2023 and 2025 IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year Greg Blake (guitar), Brian McCarty (mandolin) and Nico Humby (bass), these musicians effortlessly support each other and consistently maintain their bluegrass center whether they’re playing a jazz-tinged instrumental or a song from any of their award-winning recordings. These four talented vocalists and instrumentalists follow their creative desires without straying too far from their roots.
Been All Around This World was released by Compass Records in June 2025 in celebration of the band's Golden Anniversary and included very “special” appearances by band alums Rick Faris, Ashby Frank, Robbie Fulks, Chris Jones, Dallas Wayne and Josh Williams along with band members Greg Cahill, Dan Eubanks, Greg Blake and Brian McCarty. This recording is truly a celebration of the music of Special Consensus over the past 50 years!
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The cabaret and through row D are reserved for Theater Members until one month before the show. If you are a Theater Member, select your tickets using the price code that matches your Membership level and enter your Member ID into the Membership box on the checkout page. To inquire about Membership, call our Box Office at 215-257-5808 or click here.
Special Consensus’ sound is grounded in a deep appreciation and understanding of bluegrass music, incorporating both the drive and harmonies of the traditional sound with the more contemporary sounds and repertoire of today. With the foundation of Greg’s unique banjo playing style and the vocal prowess of the 2023 and 2025 IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year Greg Blake (guitar), Brian McCarty (mandolin) and Nico Humby (bass), these musicians effortlessly support each other and consistently maintain their bluegrass center whether they’re playing a jazz-tinged instrumental or a song from any of their award-winning recordings. These four talented vocalists and instrumentalists follow their creative desires without straying too far from their roots.
Been All Around This World was released by Compass Records in June 2025 in celebration of the band's Golden Anniversary and included very “special” appearances by band alums Rick Faris, Ashby Frank, Robbie Fulks, Chris Jones, Dallas Wayne and Josh Williams along with band members Greg Cahill, Dan Eubanks, Greg Blake and Brian McCarty. This recording is truly a celebration of the music of Special Consensus over the past 50 years!
Artist Website
The cabaret and through row D are reserved for Theater Members until one month before the show. If you are a Theater Member, select your tickets using the price code that matches your Membership level and enter your Member ID into the Membership box on the checkout page. To inquire about Membership, call our Box Office at 215-257-5808 or click here.
