The Bluegrass Blonde Podcast

Episode 3- Retro 78 (Clint Groves & Hunter Mott) & Tall Dark Stranger

Retro 78 formed in October of 2021 and hasn't looked back since! What started as a good jam is now a band with a mixture of modern & traditional bluegrass, gospel and country music. Retro 78’s goal is to revisit and refresh some classic bluegrass music while bringing a high energy experience to the audience. The band is made up of powerhouse vocals and one of a kind musicianship. Lead vocalist, Clint Groves was nominated for the SPBGMA 2024 Male Vocalist of the Year, plays rhythm guitar and writes a lot of the band's original material. Clint makes his home in Clinton, SC. Singing lead, harmonies, and playing mandolin is Alex Hibbitts, who resides in Kodak, TN. Additionally, bringing a full sound and more instrumentals is Hunter Motts on the banjo from Boiling Springs, SC. They were honored to be the 2022 SPBGMA International Band Contest Champions!  The Bluegrass Blonde Podcast, In Partnership with Radio Dogs Podcast Network.

EPISODE 2: The Man Behind it All |Special Guest Adam Poindexter

Adam Poindexter is a Bluegrass musician, song composer & long time banjo player for The James King Band. He is also the Dad of Jet Poindexter Hatu. Listen to hear stories of life on the road, how he started in the industry and how he met his idols.

EP 1: Roots, Rhythm & a Little Blonde Soul

In the very first episode of The Bluegrass Blonde Podcast, Jet Hatu shares the story behind the name, the brand, and the music that shaped her life. Raised on a tour bus by a professional bluegrass musician, Jet takes you back to her roots—growing up surrounded by banjo strings, long road trips, and the culture that helped raise her. From dancing beside her dad while he played, to stepping away and finding her own path through sports, business, and family, this episode is about coming full circle. Now in her mid-30s, Jet is reconnecting with her roots and rediscovering the music that never truly left her. This episode sets the tone for what’s to come—real stories, meaningful conversations, and a deeper look into the people and culture behind bluegrass music. If you’ve ever felt called back to something that shaped you, this one’s for you. Radio Dogs Podcast Network