Having started his Busk Break set with a rather downbeat tune about a horse, traveling busker Caster brings it back up a little by performing the traditional tune “Crawdad Song” near Pritchard Park in downtown Asheville, NC. Subscribe to Busk Break on YouTube and “like” us on Facebook.
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I enjoy this talented busker! I was lucky enough to meet him on the sidewalk in Bar Harbor, Maine back in 2012. I was there busking with my Highland Bagpipe; we hit it off and had a nice connection. If anyone reading this can help me get in touch with Caster I sure would appreciate it! He’ll remember my name; David Weeda and he’ll remember my Bed & Breakfast business is Williams Pond Lodge Bed & Breakfast in Bucksport, Maine. It would be great to reconnect with Caster! Thanks! The good music is out there! — on the streets waiting to be heard!!! Peace!