The Bay Area's finest all-gal traditional bluegrass band, the Barefoot Nellies blend driving, high lonesome vocals, soaring sister duo and trio harmonies, and hot picking inspired by classic bluegrass musicians like Flatt and Scruggs, Jimmy Martin, Bill Monroe, and the Stanley Brothers. Although firmly rooted in the traditional sounds, the Nellies subtly bring together their diverse musical influences--from Balkan singing to Texas fiddling, from classical music to hot swing, from Loretta Lynn to Neko Case--to bring a drive and an energy to their playing that takes them far beyond the girl group label. If you want sweet voices, call the Peasall Sisters, but if you like a little edge to your bluegrass, call the Barefoot Nellies.