Culture J.D. Crowe, master of the bluegrass banjo, dies at 84 J.D. Crowe, a banjo player who helped define the instrument for generations of bluegrass fans, died Friday, his family announced on Facebook. December 25, 2021 J.D. Crowe, a banjo player who helped define the instrument for generations of bluegrass fans, died Friday, his family announced on Facebook. Continue Reading Previous: Reflecting On The Year In Bitcoin: Our Progress And What We Take For GrantedNext: MSNBC columnist calls for end of NORAD Santa tracker ‘out concern for Santa’s safety’ from US military Related Stories Culture June’s Fashion Launch Calendar Is Starting to Look Like Its Own News Cycle P.C. editor June 6, 2026 Culture Bahia Miami Swim Week Wants to Put Latin American Resortwear in the Spotlight P.C. editor May 14, 2026 Culture Art US Nation Association & Award Builds Global Cultural Platform With VUGA Foundation Partnership P.C. editor May 5, 2026