Mountain Standard Time

Although bluegrass music is typically defined by its layered acoustic instrumentation and traditional approach, Mountain Standard Time leans much more toward the progressive side of the genre, alongside popular groups such as Yonder Mountain String Band and The String Cheese Incident. Beyond the standard mandolin, banjo and acoustic guitar setup, the Colorado-based six-piece also utilizes electric bass, drums, horns and lots of percussion to help create its jam rock-influenced spin on the classic American genre. Thanks to Mountain Standard Time's ability to play long sets of dance-friendly bluegrass fusion, the group has become popular at notable jam rock festivals throughout the United States.