Boyd Dowell - Boyd was originally from Pennsylvania, but now is living in Mountain City, Tennessee. He is a welcome addition to our group at the Smyth County Jam. Boyd has been playing since he was about ten years old; he plays guitar, banjo, bass and mandolin. He is related (cousin) to our good friend Kenny Price. Boyd is a member of "EC Miller's Gold Rush Revue Band". His musical heritage comes down from his dad's side; Roy Dowell and his dad's brother Ray played guitar and fiddle respectively. Boyd has written several songs and sings them well. we were honored by his singing one at the jam. He has recently retired from the Tennessee Department of Prisons located near Mountain City.