From the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia, Canada, the Spinney Brothers are comprised of Allan Spinney, Rick Spinney, Gary Dalrymple and Terry Mumford. Brother Allan and Rick debuted their band in 1992, showcasing a tight brother duet vocal style that was immediately recognized for it's energetic and distinctive sound.

The cornerstone of the Spinney Brothers musical identity is the sound of traditional, southern-flavoured bluegrass music. The first generation bluegrass legends have been an important musical influence, yet their music is equally shaped by their personal lives and local heritage. By incorporating original material, which draws from various sources, the Spinney Brothers effortlessly intertwine the past with the present.

The Spinney Brothers believe in freshness and excitement of traditional bluegrass music. Brother duet singing, backed by supportive and complimentary instrumentation, is the foundation of their tasteful and recognizable sound. Give a listen, and you are sure to be entertained.

Allan Spinney, guitar & vocals
Born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, on August 5, 1965. In 1969, his family moved back home to the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia. He now makes his home in Gaspereau, with his wife Lynn. Raised in the midst of a musical family, it was country and bluegrass music that played the largest role in his musical up bringing. At a very early age, Allan demonstrated the desire to be a performer. Home recordings have documented his vocal abilities, as early as age six. Shortly after, he took a strong interest in the organ. It was in 1979 however, upon buying his first guitar, that he started down the road to performing on stage. He began studying the guitar works of Smiley Bates, as well as the sounds of Bill Monroe & Flatt & Scruggs. It was the vocal harmonies of the Stanley Brothers however, that really appealed to Allan. He strongly encouraged his brother Rick to explore the music as well.

In 1989, Allan co-founded his first bluegrass band with his brother Rick. The “Bluegrass Student Union” was comprised of Allan, Rick, and their good friend, Steve Jackson. This formation performed at various school functions, variety shows, and benefits. By 1991, Allan was ready to put together a full bluegrass Band. His dream was realized, in the creation of The Spinney Brothers Bluegrass Band. Through out various personel changes, four independent recordings, and years of live performances, Allan continues to craft the Spinney Brothers style of traditional bluegrass music.

Rick Spinney, banjo & vocals
Born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, on August 5, 1966 – one year to the day of his brother Allan. As Rick likes to point out, “he was his brothers first birthday present”. Rick makes his home in Gaspereau, Nova Scotia, with his girl friend Machaela and step-son Keegan. Compared to his brother, in his early school years, Rick did not spend as much time on music. Instead, Rick excelled in sports. First in soccer, and then in basketball. His dedication to team sports, found him on championship teams at numerous levels. It was with the persistence of his mother Wava, however, that Rick began examining his musical abilities.

In 1987, Rick obtained his first banjo. After some instruction from local musician Roy Thompson, and Canadian bluegrass great Vic Mullen, Rick was well on his way. Along with his brother, Rick began to study traditional bluegrass music. As a banjo player, the music of Earl Scruggs was very influential. Vocally, Rick and his brother worked on their own style of “brother duet” vocals. With the creation of the Spinney Brothers Bluegrass Band in 1991, Rick has continued to work tirelessly, in shaping the sound and image of the Spinney Bothers music. Rick is the main spokesman for the Band. As well, he handles bookings and promotions.

Gary Dalrymple, mandolin/fiddle
Born on December 10, 1969, in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He now resides in Sackville, Nova Scotia, with his wife Melanie and two sons, James and Brendan. Gary, also grew up in a musical family, and was exposed at an early age, to the music of Country and Bluegrass greats such as Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, Flatt & Scruggs, Bill Munroe, and Reno & Smiley. His father Carl, being a musician in the Maritime music scene, exposed Gary to an array of musicians and live performances. Practically from birth, Gary has attended Bluegrass festivals, and in the early 80’s, the thought of playing an instrument took hold. He bought his first mandolin in 1984, and hasn’t stopped playing since.

Gary continued to attend festivals, and the “bluegrass bug” really took hold. He began to search out and to learn the more traditional stylings of bluegrass. It was the fiddle playing of Benny Martin and Paul Warren that really steered him towards the power of traditional southern bluegrass music. In 1986, he took up the fiddle as well. He began playing with several local bands, and finally joined up with the Spinney Brothers in 1993. Besides his musical contribution, Gary also looks after various aspects of promotion and booking for the band.

Terry Mumford, acoustic bass
Born 1960, in Windsor, Nova Scotia. He now lives in Dartmouth, with his wife Janice, and sons Tommy and Patrick. Some of his earliest musical memories are of listening to classic country music on CFAB radio. Terry was also highly influenced by “Don Messer’s Jubilee”. Terry identified a musicalitly and teamwork in Don Messer’s music, that he personally strove for, once he began learning an instrument. This took place while attending Windsor Regional High school. Terry joined a new band program started by Brian Johnston. Terry learned the trombone, euphonium, tuba, as well as doing some conducting. He became a member of the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra, as well as the local Army Reserve Band. Terry still serves with the 36th Canadian Brigade Group Band, as the Assistant Director of Music.

Terry’s first exposure to Bluegrass came from local bluegrass musician, Peggy Warner. As many people do, Terry got “hooked” to the music, after attending his first festival. He took up both the bass and banjo, and thru the years, has performed with local groups such as Custom Made, Blue Haze, Just In Case, and Sunrise. Terry joined up with the Spinney Brothers in 2004. In addition to his bass playing, Terry also has been doing sound at the majority of The Spinney Brothers bookings.