Mary Ramsey was born in Washington D.C. She has been playing the violin since age 5, has worked with the Erie Philharmonic, founded the Lexington String Trio, was one of the original members of 10,000 Maniacs and folk group, John and Mary with long time musical partner, John Lombardo.

Mary is currently working on a new CD for the next generation of Maniacs - X Maniacs! Be looking for the new CD here and a tour in Summer 2006!