Leroy Troy facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Leroy Troy
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| Birth name | Troy Boswell |
| Born | May 23, 1966 |
| Origin | Goodlettsville, Tennessee, U.S. |
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| Occupation(s) | Musician |
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| Years active | 1988–present |
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Troy Boswell (born May 23, 1966), known as Leroy Troy, is a talented banjo player from Goodlettsville, Tennessee. He is famous for playing old-time music and often makes people laugh with his funny songs. Leroy Troy is a unique musician who brings a lot of energy and humor to his performances.
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Leroy Troy's Unique Banjo Style
Leroy Troy plays the banjo in a special way called the clawhammer or frailing style. This is different from the more common Scruggs style that many bluegrass banjo players use today. The clawhammer style gives his music a distinct, old-fashioned sound.
More Than Just a Banjo Player
Besides the banjo, Leroy Troy often uses a washboard as an instrument. He attaches different things to it to make fun sounds. One of his well-known songs, "Bicycle Wreck," is often played using this washboard.
Musical Inspirations and Achievements
Leroy Troy was greatly influenced by another famous old-time musician named Uncle Dave Macon. Uncle Dave Macon was known for his banjo playing and entertaining performances, and Leroy Troy carries on that tradition.
Leroy Troy first performed on the famous Grand Ole Opry stage in 1988. This is a big honor for country and old-time musicians. In 1996, he was named the National Old-Time Banjo Champion, showing how skilled he is at his craft.
Performing with Friends
Leroy Troy has a couple of fun nicknames: "The Tennessee Slicker" and "The Sultan of Goodlettsville." He often performs with a group called the Tennessee Mafia Jugband. He also plays with the well-known musician Marty Stuart. For a while, Leroy Troy appeared every week on The Marty Stuart Show, which was shown on RFD-TV.
