Lorraine Jordan grew up around bluegrass music on the coast of NC. She has performed bluegrass music for over 20 years. Lorraine plays Monroe style mandolin and is known for her hard driving mandolin chop. "Mandolin Rose" is the name of her new solo mandolin project. It has received great reviews from both Bluegrass Unlimited and Bluegrass Now. "Lorraine is a consummate performer, songwriter, emcee, and show organizer. She has the musical skill, personality, enrgy and charisma to go a long way in bluegrass music." Lorraine is the sole owner of Jordan Entertainment, which runs two very successful bluegrass festivals in Raliegh, NC. In 2001, ASCAP chose Lorraine as a finalist in the IBMA songwriter showcase. AS the band's emcee, she demonstrates an outgoing personality and charisma that draws audiences to the edge of their seats with every word and note. Lorraine is the driving force behind Carolina Road's opularity and longevity. She formed Carolina Road in 1998. Lorraine is married to Dr. Tom Langdon and has a 10 year old daughter named Susanna. She loves dogs and owns two malteze (J.D. Crowe and Polly Lewis) and her favorite hobby is riding her motorcycle. Lorraine owns one of the largest driving schools in the USA.

Jason Barie is a 23-year-old fiddle player whose resume reads like that of someone twice his age. Growing up in central Florida, he was exposed to great fiddle legends like Chubby Wise, Chubby Anthony, Vasser Clements, David Crowe, Aubrey Haynie and Tommy Cordell. By the time he was 15 Jason was playing with several different local groups and had won the title of Floida State Fiddle Champion (which he won six times). At the tender age of 17, he was offered a job playing full time and traveling nationally with the Sand Mountain Boys. He is the senior member of Carolina Road and is working towards his fourth year. Jason ahs a solo CD and has recorded on several projects in the past seven years. Jason sings bass with the Carolina Road quartet. Jason is a young and upcoming fiddler that is sure to do well in the years to come. Jason is married to sarah Barie and has a blue tick hound named Ruby. He was born and raised in Tampa, Florida. His musical influences are Kenny Baker, Bill Monroe, JD Crow, Scotty Stoneman, Stewart Duncan, and Jason Carter. It is no wonder that he was won Florida state fiddler champion for three years.

Rick Pardue resides in Elkin, NC. He has many years experience in bluegrass (32 years) and has played with Carolina Road for three years. Rick plays banjo and bass and sings baritones. You may have seen him on dobro, pedal steel and guitar. Rick has performed with several local bands including Roy McMillan and the High Country Boys and the Sugarloaf Ramblers in the 70's. From 1990 to 1995 he played with Point Blank (IBMA showcase '92). From 1995 to 2001 he was with the Long and Pardue Band (IBMA showcase '97). Rick was on tour playing and singing harmony with Butch Robbins and Bobby Hicks in 2002. He has made a name for himself by playing many festivals around the the country. When not playing with Carolina Road, he is in demand for recording sessions within the studios. Rick has a lot of charisma and is exciting to watch on stage. Rick has over 30 years of musical experience, in which people like The Osborne Bothers, Bill Monroe, Flatt and Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, and Jim and Jesse have been great influences. Rick loves to hunt and fish in Yadkin Co. N.C. where he was born. He is married to Jayne Pardue, and they have four children, Ryan, Dustin, Briggs, and Courtney.

Tim Massey, born in Newport News, VA, moved to the foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia at the early age of five, where he learned his first chords on the guitar from watching his older brother play. His love for traditional musc grew from that point and by age 12 he was writing his own tunes. In 1995, Tim's "Cold Virginia Night," recorded by Ronnie Bowman, won IBMA's song of the year award. Such notable artists as IIIrd Tyme Out, Dan Tyminski, Lonesome River Band, and Ronnie Bowman have recorded his songs. Tim began playing bass when he joined forces with Wyatt Rice and Junior Sisk to form Wyat Rice and Santa Cruz. He later joined Ramblers Choice where his vocals and song writing abilities were a welcome addition. Tim also served in the U.S. ARMY. He plays lead guitar and sings lead for Carolina Road. He as been with the band for three years. Tim is married to Charity Massey. They have two children Molly Anna and Timmy II. Tim was born ans raised in Newport News, VA. He has spent 36 years in the musc business. His influences are Keith Whitley, Ricky Skaggs, Merle Haggard, James Taylor and The Beatles.

Gary Richardson was raised in "Ralph Stanley" country of Wise, Virginia. As a young boy, he listened to the Stanleys jsut across the hills from his home. Gary served in the USMC and was a coal miner. He has owned a music store in Wake County, NC. Gary plays solid timing on bass and puts the drive behind Carolina Road. He is in charge of booking the band and overseeing the bus repairs. Gary has worked with Carolina Road for three years. He is the road manager and soundman. Gary is well liked by the Carolina Road fans and sends a quarterly newsletter out. He has a new bride, Gayle Richardson who supports his music very much. Gary has four children, Laura, Sarah, Dayle and Lydia. His major influence in music is his father Albert Richardson and Doyle Lawson.

David Guthrie grew up in Spring Lake, NC> He served in the U.S. ARMY for seven years. His dynamic vocal range resembles the high, lonesome traditional mountain sound. When he steps up to the microphone to sing a solo, the audience really comes alive. David is a musical personality to watch. He is a welcome addition to Carolina Road as the tenor singer and rhythm guitar. David is in his first year with Carolina Road. He was born in Wertsburg, Germany and his musical mentors are Jim Mcrenolds, Bill Monroe, Ricky Skaggs, and Ralph Stanley.