David Parmley and Continental Divide
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David Parmley
 
A native of southern California, David Parmley is a founding member of the internationally acclaimed, Bluegrass Cardinals.  In 18 years, the Cardinals recorded fifteen separate projects, made appearances on the Grand Ole Opry, the Ralph Emory Show and performed at the White House for former President, Jimmy Carter. In 1994 David teamed up with banjo great, Scott Vestal to form Continental Divide. The rest is, as they say, "history".
 
Known for his soulful voice, driving rhythm guitar, and exceptional skills as a producer, David has notched many awards, including: International Bluegrass Music Association's prestigeous "Recorded Event of the Year" in 1991 and 1995. Continental Divide became an instant success claiming IBMA's coveted, "Emerging Artist of the Year" award in 1995.
                                                

 RANDY GRAHAM

 

Another native Californian from a musical family, Randy Graham was also a founding member of the Bluegrass Cardinals.  Randy and David quite literally grew up singing together, which becomes very apparent in every note they sing. 

 

Holding down the mandolin chores for the band, Randy's percussive chop adds to Continental Divides first generation inspired rythmn.

 

His musical career, which now spans three and half decades, also includes tenures and recodings with such celebrated groups as Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, The New Quicksilver and BlueRidge.

 

Now seim-retired from life as a full time road musician, Randy owns and operates The Graham Talent Group, an artist rep firm based out of south-central Kentucky.

 

   STEVE DAY

 

It's doubtful that one could find a bluegrass fiddler that puts more drive in their bow arm, than Continental Divide's "Fiddle Man," Steve Day.

 

Hailing from Caneyville, Kentucky, Steve began his muscial career with his father, Hargis, and uncle, Marion Higgs, playing shows and contests all over Kentucky, the midwest and southeast.  He was twice crowned Kentucky state fiddle champ. 

 

Whether a ballad, firey instrumental or hard driving bluegrass classic, Steve plays what fits... no more, no less!

 

Steve has recorded several highly acclaimed projects, including... "Fiddle Man," and "it's All About Fiddlin.' "

 

Steve resides in Bowling Green, KY with his wife and son  In addition to his duties with Contiental Divide, he raises cattle with his dad on the family farm in Caneyville and teaches music in Bowling Green.

 

  RONALD MOSLEY

 

The "young' un" in the group is Ronald Mosley.  He may be the youngest member of Continental Divide, but you'd never know it by listening to his banjo playing.  A native of Laurel County, KY. Ronald grew up musically under the watchful eye of his father, the late Donald Moseley, who instilled in him a great respecrt for the technique of first generation masters who formed bluegrass music.  Ronald plays several instruments, plays them all well, and provides a wide array of back up vocals to Continental Divides legendary trios and gospel quartets.  

 

Life off the road is spent on the job at the Renfro Valley Entertainment Center.



                                                                                                                                                                                                               Mike Parker

 
Mike Parker, bassist, comes from the small college town of Berea, Kentucky. When it comes to musical pedigrees, Mike surely has a great one. His family has impacted bluegrass music in the central Kentucky area for over 40 years. Mike's exposure to bluegrass music began at an early age.
 

Starting with the family band playing in churches and then on to the stages of Renfro Valley as a member of the Parker Brothers band. After working with several local bands, he formed the Wilderness Trail Band in 1995 with his brother Jeff Parker( mandolin player for the Dailey Vincent Band). In 2005 Mike began playing with New River Line, that comes from the musically proclaimed area of Eastern Kentucky. In March 2008, Mike joined Continental Divide. His hard driving bass and strong vocals are a real asset to the Continental Divide sound.