Andy Falco

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Andy Falco...

...plays guitar, sings, writes, and produces in The Infamous Stringdusters

Career[edit]

Falco grew up on Long Island, New York, and has been active as a performing musician since the 1990s, including work in New York City’s live music scene.<ref>Andy Falco — Official website</ref> He joined The Infamous Stringdusters in 2007 after relocating to Nashville, Tennessee.<ref>Andy Falco — Official website</ref> With the band, he has recorded multiple studio albums; their 2017 album Laws of Gravity won the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album.<ref>Andy Falco — Official website</ref>

In addition to performing and recording, Falco works as a producer, engineer, and mixer, and maintains a studio practice between touring engagements.<ref>Andy Falco — Official website</ref>

Solo work[edit]

Falco released the solo album The Will of the Way (2021), featuring a range of collaborating musicians and guests.<ref>Andy Falco — Official website</ref>

Instruments and equipment[edit]

Falco has published a list of instruments and gear used for acoustic and electric performance. He states that he uses Token Flatpicks for acoustic guitar, including the A3-55 and B3-60 models.<ref>Andy Falco — Gear</ref> He has also described using D’Addario XS strings and a variety of acoustic and electric guitars including instruments from Bourgeois, Collings, Martin, and Fender.<ref>Andy Falco — Gear</ref>

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