Dennis Mathews - The Smyth County Jam welcomes Dennis Mathews, who is a brother of Dave and a nephew to Bill, who are pretty regular to show up. Dennis comes from Tazewell, VA. He says he has been involved in playing music for about forty years. He plays banjo and guitar, plus he is also a singer. He plays with the "Sunset Valley Boys". Dennis says that most of his uncles played, and his father played guitar. He is employed by Tazz Conveyors, as plant manager. Dennis says Larry Sparks is a favorite of his. He has a daughter who plays bass and guitar.
