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Bluegrass Legend Ronnie Bowman Dies in Motorcycle Accident at 64

3/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ronnie Bowman died on March 22, 2026, at age 64, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Ashland City, Tennessee.
His wife Garnet expressed devastation over his passing.
Bowman began his career with The Lost and Found in 1988.
He later co-founded The Lonesome River Band.
Bowman won three Male Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association.

History

Historical Context

The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA), founded in 1985, established its awards in 1991 to honor excellence in bluegrass music. Ronnie Bowman, who began his career with The Lost and Found in 1988 and co-founded The Lonesome River Band, won three Male Vocalist of the Year awards. His passing in 2026 underscores the lasting impact of influential artists in the genre.

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Story summary

Ronnie Bowman died on March 22, 2026, at age 64, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Ashland City, Tennessee.
His wife Garnet expressed devastation over his passing.
Bowman began his career with The Lost and Found in 1988.
He later co-founded The Lonesome River Band.
Bowman won three Male Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association.

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