Though seldom heard, the Darling Boys actually have names. Doug (also called Jebbin) plays the banjo, Dean (also called Other) plays mandolin, Rodney plays guitar and Mitch plays bass fiddle.
Some of their favorite songs are: Dooley, Doug's Tune, Banjo in the Holler, Ebo Walker, Hickory Holler, and Salty Dog. Among the songs that make sister Charlene Darling cry are Slimy River Bottom and Never Hit Your Grandma with a Great Big Stick.