Formed back in early 80's , the Distant Cousins have become a fixture in the local
bluegrass scene. Founding member Jim Marsh is partly responsible for keeping
this blended bluegrass family together and pickin. Through changing musical fads
and members coming and going, the Cousins maintain a genuine love of bluegrass
music, and a drive to push the limits of traditional grass!
Though there are a few new faces, one thing remains the same;
Once a Cousin, always a Cousin!
bluegrass scene. Founding member Jim Marsh is partly responsible for keeping
this blended bluegrass family together and pickin. Through changing musical fads
and members coming and going, the Cousins maintain a genuine love of bluegrass
music, and a drive to push the limits of traditional grass!
Though there are a few new faces, one thing remains the same;
Once a Cousin, always a Cousin!
Jim Marsh:banjo,dobro,accordian,(ANYTHING!)
Original Member. Jim's vibrant personality and musical
versatility always keep things interesting. I've never
seen him pick up an instrument that he can't make sound
great! He keeps the Cousins young, and handles most
of the booking for the band. Jim is also responsible for
creating and producing the television show, Pickin an
Singin w/ The Cousins on WJXS Tv 24 out of
Jacksonville, Al
Rick Goodwin:lead guitar,vocals
Original Member. Rick is one of the finest pickers in the
area! His versatility and precision make the oldest
standards sound new and alive! He also runs the sound
for the band and helps keep the t.v. show running smooth,
lining up guest acts, and keeping track of each show. One
of the Original members of the band, Rick branched out
and played with several other bands during the 80's and
90's, and currently has a rock trio that he does bookings
with, called Lonely Pines.
Original Member. Rick is one of the finest pickers in the
area! His versatility and precision make the oldest
standards sound new and alive! He also runs the sound
for the band and helps keep the t.v. show running smooth,
lining up guest acts, and keeping track of each show. One
of the Original members of the band, Rick branched out
and played with several other bands during the 80's and
90's, and currently has a rock trio that he does bookings
with, called Lonely Pines.
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Keith Labenne: bass,vocals,fiddle
Keith is one of the newer members of the Cousins. He
is also a strings teacher , and an accomplished cello
player.
Keith's knowledge of music has earned him the
nick-name "the Professor." Keith also spends his time
performing with Sapien .
Keith is one of the newer members of the Cousins. He
is also a strings teacher , and an accomplished cello
player.
Keith's knowledge of music has earned him the
nick-name "the Professor." Keith also spends his time
performing with Sapien .
Kelli Johnson: lead vocals, rhythm guitar
Kelli is also one of the newer members of the Cousins.
She has been with the group since 2003, and is the first
girl to be inducted into this musical family, and along
with Jim Marsh, writes most of the new material that the
Cousins perform.
Kelli is also one of the newer members of the Cousins.
She has been with the group since 2003, and is the first
girl to be inducted into this musical family, and along
with Jim Marsh, writes most of the new material that the
Cousins perform.
More on the Cousins
| For Booking Info contact Jim Marsh: (256) 310-2548 |
The newest member of the Cousins, Lloyd has played
music in and around Anniston for years,with the
legendary Ten Tymes Band. He recently started playing
dobro, and has fit in perfectly with the guys! Lloyd
also owns STUDIO ONE in Anniston, AL. He did a great
job on the photos! The guys look great!
music in and around Anniston for years,with the
legendary Ten Tymes Band. He recently started playing
dobro, and has fit in perfectly with the guys! Lloyd
also owns STUDIO ONE in Anniston, AL. He did a great
job on the photos! The guys look great!
