Carr Blankenship - The Smyth County Jam welcomes Carr Blankenship from Hansonville, Virginia. Carr plays guitar and banjo. He is not with a band currently, but usually picks with anyone needing a musician. He is employed by CGI in Lebanon, Virginia. An IT company. Carr says he enjoys outdoor activities such as hunting, camping and fishing. He has two older sisters. Two of his favorite musicians are Tony Rice and Sammy Shelor. He has no musical background in his family