The Milk Carton Kids are an American indie folk duo from Eagle Rock, California, United States, consisting of singer-guitarists Kenneth Pattengale and Joey Ryan. They began making music together in early 2011 and have recorded and released six albums. Their first two albums were released free of charge online.

Sierra Hull is a seven-time IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year, two-time Grammy nominee, and
one of the most dynamic voices in bluegrass and Americana. Her latest album, A Tip Toe High
Wire, marks a bold new chapter – her first independent release – spotlighting her songwriting
and instrumental prowess. Featuring guest appearances by Béla Fleck, Tim O’Brien, and Aoife
O’Donovan, the album balances tradition with innovation.

“She’s positioning herself as a musical force not only in bluegrass, but in various genre circles.” –
Rolling Stone

“A Tip Toe High Wire upholds her reverence for bluegrass traditions, while simultaneously
looking forward with unique collaborations.” – Billboard

Hull has shared stages with legends like Alison Krauss, Eric Clapton, Sturgill Simpson, Slash, and
Robert Randolph, blending technical mastery with heartfelt storytelling. In 2025, Hull
performed on NPR’s Tiny Desk and The Kelly Clarkson Show in support of the album. Building on
an already accomplished year, Hull became the first female artist honored with a Gibson
signature mandolin and was also awarded the Tennessee Governor’s Distinguished Arts Award