I've many times extolled the wonders of Simon Mayor, here and elsewhere. Though I've seen him perform many times, it was one hour one-on-one with him in 2002 that changed my mandolin playing forever. Great guy, funny as hell, and I can listen to his cds endlessly.

Also, Radim Zenkl, Jethro Burns, David Grisman, Sam Bush would be on my list.

You want extra listening? Try out the Mandolin Cafe's list of downloads, some good stuff there.

Peace, Mooh.