Loyd Hinch

Loyd is the tenor singer and mandolin player and has been with Tom since 1967. While Loyd idolized the mandolin playing of Buck White, he plays his own unique style utilizing his talent in tremolo that can be matched by none.

He was voted "Mandolin Player of the Year" in 1974 by SPBGMA. Loyd has been playing mandolin since the ripe old age of four. During the winter show of 2000, The Southwest Bluegrass Club recognized Loyd for his longevity as a loyal "sideman." He and Tom have been together for over 35 years.

Loyd is that one-of-a-kind entertainer. He not only tops in playing mandolin, but has a beautiful tenor voice and is able to reach those high notes with no falsetto.

Patricia