CD Releases

Larry Sparks – New Moon Over My Shoulder

1 Jun, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

Celebrating 50 Years, Larry Sparks & The Lonesome Ramblers set to release new CD.

Rebel Records has released, Take Me Back to West Virginia, from the venerable Larry Sparks. This song is off of his first studio release in five years, New Moon Over My Shoulder (REB-1870), due out on July 19, 2019. The album commemorates fifty years of Larry Sparks & The Lonesome Ramblers’ enduring legacy on traditional bluegrass music and features many of the attributes such as soulful singing, riveting guitar work, an engaging selection of songs that earned him induction into the IBMA Hall of Fame.

First single Take Me Back to West Virginia is a nostalgic longing for home that rivals Sparks’ previously recorded state songs like Tennessee 1949 and Blue Virginia Blues.

The song Take Me Back To West Virginia was pitched to me by Daniel Crabtree, a very fine songwriter out of Nashville, Tennessee. I saw a picture in the words and knew right away it was a real true life story. I could envision every line in the song and knew it would fit my style of singing. It was a picture that needed to be painted – Larry Sparks.

Five years ago, Sparks’ previous recording Lonesome And Then Some celebrated his 50th anniversary as a professional musician and now New Moon Over My Shoulder coincides with the fifth decade of Larry as the band leader of his Lonesome Ramblers. He formed the group in 1969 after a successful three-year run as Ralph Stanley’s lead singer in The Clinch Mountain Boys. With his bluesy, soulful voice, New Moon Over My Shoulder highlights Sparks’ ability to put his own spin on classic songs as well as find quality new material that complements his one-of-a-kind style. In addition, Sparks has included fresh takes of two popular gospel numbers that had been out-of-print for quite some time: New Highway and Green Pastures in the Sky.

New Moon Over My Shoulder will be available as a CD-only release July 19.

LaTresa & The Signal – The Blood and the River

29 May, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

Here is news of a new album from LaTresa & The Signal to be released on the June 7, 2019 called The Blood and the River, a collection of original Bluegrass Gospel songs on BoonDog Records.

The Blood and The River is the 3rd album from LaTresa Smith. The group, fronted by singer/songwriter, LaTresa Smith, has been playing together since 2004 and boasts musicians with diverse musical backgrounds.

LaTresa Smith (guitar, singer, songwriter) was born in Florence, AL and grew up throughout the South singing with a family band, The Hester Brothers, featuring her father and his brothers, all ministers. The group performed traditional country and Southern Gospel music. LaTresa remembers listening to bluegrass music on Saturday nights in an old store in Mississippi and dreaming of one day having a bluegrass band of her own. She moved out west as a young adult, but returned to the South, first to Kentucky, and eventually settling in Nashville.

In 2003, LaTresa released her first bluegrass CD, Free Spirit, with 12 original progressive bluegrass tunes. She formed her band shortly thereafter and later released a second more traditional CD, Love, Babies, Jesus and Sweet Potato Pie.

The Signal is rounded out by the talents of 3 skilled musicians. Randy Smith (upright bass) is a University of Memphis music graduate. After gaining extensive experience playing jazz a

nd blues on Beale Street, he moved to Nashville in 1999 and became an original member of The Signal in 2004, also serving as musical director for the band.

Kyle Wood (mandolin) is a native of Nashville, a former founding member of Crucial Smith, a rock enthusiast, and an artist/songwriter in his own right.

Markus Stadler (banjo, Dobro) is originally from Munich, Germany. An original member of The Signal since 2004, he is not only an excellent instrumentalist but also a songwriter and accomplished sound engineer.

The latest C

D was recorded at Stadler’s Bumpin’ Heads studio. The Blood and The River includes some fine guest artists, including Ronnie McCoury, Roland White, Tim O’Brien, Billy Droze and Dale Ann Bradley. All 12 tracks were written by LaTresa, with “In The Valley” being a co-write with Kyle Wood.

Two preview tracks are available now. “Bright Star” featuring Billy Droze with Pat Flynn on guitar; and the title track The Blood and the River with Ronnie McCoury on mandolin and Rob Ickes on Dobro.

LaTresa & The Signal create a fresh and unique sound derived from individual life experiences and musical heritages, and bound together by a love for bluegrass music.

Southern Raised – Another World

26 May, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

It’s an exciting year for multi-award winning StowTown Records bluegrass band, Southern Raised. Siblings Lindsay, Sarah, Emily and Matt have already toured coast to coast this year, and they are currently gearing up for an eventful summer season. Adding to the excitement of their already busy year are the nuptials of two of their group members.

Vocalist/banjo player, Sarah Reith, married David Noland on April 13, 2019, and now resides in KS. Eldest sibling, vocalist/bass player Lindsay Reith, is currently planning a November 30, 2019, wedding to Thomas Pangle of GA.

2019 is a full and exciting year in so many ways for SRB. Sarah and I were both engaged within a week of each other. Sarah is now married, and I am planning a wedding in the fall. Our summer is packed with a 10-week residency at Silver Dollar City Theme Park in Branson, MO. We are thrilled with this opportunity and grateful to be able to share our music and God’s love with so many that come through the park this summer. This year is gonna be one for the books for sure – Lindsay Reith.

Having recently completed performances at the Silver Dollar City Bluegrass and BBQ Festival, they will begin their Silver Dollar City artist residency on May 28, 2019, performing over 70 days throughout the summer season and ending on August 24, 2019.

Silver Dollar City Theme Park is in the Top 10 picks in the nation for tour and travel. Talent Coordinator for Silver Dollar City, D.A. Calloway, states his enthusiasm about partnering with this gifted family group. “Southern Raised delivers fresh and original sounds with endearing personalities and striking musicianship. We look forward to presenting this wonderful group to many thousands of music lovers at Silver Dollar City in 2019.”

The group will be performing multiple shows throughout each day at the park. For more detailed information regarding dates and times of their performances at Silver Dollar City, visit www.southernraisedbluegrass.com.

The band’s current project, Another World, is distributed exclusively by Sony/Provident and is available at retail and digital outlets worldwide.

Farm Hands – I Can’t Go Home Anymore

16 May, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

Award-winning Bluegrass quartet the Farm Hands have announced the release of their brand new single, I Can’t Go Home Anymore. The Pinecastle Records release will serve as the group’s lead single from their forthcoming project, coming this fall. In addition to being available for radio airplay, fans can preview the song and download or stream the song here.

I Can’t Go Home Anymore tells the story of a childhood home, and all of the memories that were associated while growing up. The song also serves as a reminder of the past, but also a thought-provoking reminder that one can never go back. Written by Farm Hands’ member Daryl Mosley, I Can’t Go Home Anymore details real-life experiences from the singer’s childhood with its empowering message.

Already, 2019 is turning into a memorable year for the Farm Hands. The chart-toppers were awarded four awards at SPBGMA’s annual Bluegrass Awards including the coveted “Album of the Year” with their previous release, Colors, along with “Song of the Year” for the No. 1 hit Hillbilly Graham. As the year progresses, the Farm Hands have many more surprises in store, and a lot more new music on the horizon.

Fans can keep up-to-date with all things Farm Hands by visiting their official website. While there, music lovers will be able to check the band’s jam-packed tour schedule which includes stops at festivals and venues all summer long throughout North America.

Gena Britt – Chronicle: Friends and Music

11 May, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

Bluegrass singer Gena Britt is kicking off the year with a Grammy nomination alongside her all-female band Sister Sadie, and later going on to debut at the legendary Grand Ole Opry, Britt is determined to carry on that momentum with the announcement of her brand new solo project. The upcoming album, appropriately titled Chronicle: Friends and Music is set for release July 12 via Pinecastle Records. Fans can pre-order the upcoming collection here, where they’ll instantly be able to download the lead single.

I’ve always wanted to capture the magic that happens when you create music with your friends. Pinecastle Records, who I’m excited to be partnered with, has allowed me to do just that on Chronicle: Friends & Music. Twenty-one of my most favorite people, who happen to be incredible musicians and singers, have joined me on this recording and I’m so excited for everyone hear it – Gena Britt.

Serving as the first taste from the project, the opening track Over and Over serves as the lead single. Written by Eli Johnston and Kevin McKinnon, the upbeat track features Britt singing lead vocals, while Sister Sadie bandmate Tina Adair performs tenor. The result is an upbeat anthem that is sure to strike a chord with fans of traditional Bluegrass music.

The hard-hitting project pays tribute to Britt’s North Carolina roots, showcasing the lonesome Mountain sound which the banjo extraordinaire has perfected. Included on Chronicle: Friends and Music are 13 new recordings, with a star-studded lineup of guests. One key highlight is a collaboration with reigning IBMA “Female Vocalist of the Year” winner, Brooke Aldridge and Flatt Lonesome songstress Charli Robertson on the classic Bill Monroe track, On and On. Another standout moment on Chronicle: Friends and Music is the Brent Cobb written Traveling Poor Boy which features ACM and CMA winner Marty Raybon singing lead, while Britt sings along.

With the formation of the critically-acclaimed group Sister Sadie, Britt wanted to showcase part of that sound on the upcoming album. One example is Dale Ann Bradley’s vocal contribution to the track, You Don’t Get Over That, where the 5-time IBMA “Female Vocalist of the Year” winner sings tenor. Powerhouse vocalist Tina Adair also joins Britt on four of the recordings, singing tenor and high baritone. ACM winner Deanie Richardson also contributed via fiddle on five of the tracks, helping to create a full and cohesive sound.

The album buildup has already begun, with Britt performing over the weekend at the legendary Station Inn. Including a number of special guests, the audience was able to hear several of the tracks performed live for the very first time. Stay tuned for even more exciting news to come as it gets closer to the official release.

Chronicle: Friends and Music Track Listing

1. Over And Over
2. You Don’t Get Over That
3. Soldier’s Lament
4. Get Up In Jesus’ Name
5. Runaway Train
6. On And On
7. Come To Jesus

8. Traveling Poor Boy
9. Daddy’s Shoes
10. Untold Stories
11. Ships That Don’t Come In
12. Big Country
13. Looking Forward To The God Life

All Stars of Bluegrass – There Ain’t No End To This Road

10 May, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

The All Stars of Bluegrass is excited to announce their brand new single, There Ain’t No End To This Road, which serves as the concept band’s newest release via Pinecastle Records. Created by 2-time IBMA winner Phil Leadbetter, the band’s vision is to create a unique sound that focuses on the members who are all high-profile award winners. On the current release, Robert Hale sings lead, while Leadbetter plays Dobro, Steve Gully performs bass / background vocals, Alan Bibey on mandolin / vocals, and finally Jason Burelson plays banjo.

There Ain’t No End To This Road is available for download and streaming HERE.

I formed the All-Stars of Bluegrass because I was trying to find a new concept. Something that hadn’t really been done. I thought about, how can you form a band that does not get stale? Then I had the idea of finding a way to put together a group with lots of variety and unpredictable material. Then I thought, why not put together an all-star group using high-profile and award winning musicians. People with their own identity, who could perform some of their material, but played by different people who were not on the actual recordings – Phil Leadbetter.

The new song showcases Hale’s powerful vocals, while also giving other performers a chance to shine. There Ain’t No End To This Road serves as the lead single from the band’s upcoming star-studded album, slated for release later this year. The track tells a universal story which was perfectly captured by songwriters Neil Thrasher, Michael Dulaney and Kent Blazy. Radio DJs can also download the track on AirplayDirect.

Since forming in 2017, the All Stars of Bluegrass have created a unique concept, which has already brought together top artists in the genre, all coming together to perform their songs and material. As the year unfolds, the All Stars of Bluegrass have many more exciting announcements to come. Stay tuned as the group unveils new material with special guests all joining forces on the star studded album.

Tommy Webb – Bluegrass Boys

8 May, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

Kindred Records has released the CD project Bluegrass Boys by Eastern Kentucky bluegrass artist Tommy Webb.

The twelve songs on the album offer a wide range of emotion and feel, with eight songs written or co-written by Tommy himself. His originals always have mountain soul, and include the upbeat Bluegrass Boy’s title cut for all the pickers and grinners, the awesome country hook of What am I doing, ‘Doing Her Wrong?’, and the incredible harmonies of the Gospel number If We Believe. These three singles are available for radio download at AirPlayDirect, however the full CD will be delivered to all Bluegrass Unlimited and Bluegrass Today charting stations.

Tommy sings lead tenor & his main instrument is the guitar, but for an enthusiastic audience this crowd pleaser will burn it up the ol’ claw hammer banjo, kickin’ up a little dust in Dixie. Tommy is a talented, heartfelt, humble bluegrass writer and singer, “who can evoke pure emotion with every note – Tim Frye, WPAQ Radio.

Bluegrass Boys was recorded, engineered, and produced by Ron Stewart. Click here to visit Kindred artist page for more info or to buy the CD.

Tommy is one of those rare ‘Down to Earth, No Sugar Coating’ talents that comes along once in a great while, that grabs you and makes you listen – Ron Stewart.

Bluegrass Boys is now available from iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and various social media platforms. The album is being serviced to radio and digitally by AirPlayDirect.

Larry Stephenson Band – 30

25 Apr, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

Larry Stephenson Band’s new album “30” celebrates traditional bluegrass music at its finest with 30-year milestone.

The Larry Stephenson Band has announced the release of their new album 30, now available in digital and physical copy format. The new album celebrates Stephenson’s 30 years as a bandleader and over 40 years in the business. He is one of Bluegrass music’s most recognizable and finest high lead and tenor vocalist. Stephenson, on mandolin, is joined by Derek Vaden on harmony vocals and banjo; Nick Dauphinais on harmony vocals and guitar; and Matt Wright on harmony vocals and upright bass.

The band is offering a special 3 day only Pre-Order special + free shipping on physical CDs. Click here to order.

30 kicks off with Blue Memories. Stephenson says, “I wrote this song with my old friend Glen Duncan and my new friend Adam Engelhardt. Can’t beat a good ballad. We wanted to write something slow and pretty with a powerful ending and I think we did it!”

The first single release, Two Ol’ Country Boys Like Us, made its debut on Bluegrass Today’s Monthly Top 20 this month and has already appeared numerous times on their Weekly Top 20. The upbeat song also made its debut on SiriusXM Bluegrass Junction Most Played Songs and Most Played Albums chart this month as well. “Ronnie Bowman and I wrote and perform this song. We wanted to write something fun about two ol’ boys just talking about their life together. Most of this song is true and some is not…..you can decide,” jokes Stephenson.

Stephenson penned and pays tribute to some of his peers and heroes on one of the stand out tracks I Was Bluegrass (When Bluegrass Wasn’t Cool). “I can remember a time when you didn’t say you liked Bluegrass music. Now everyone seems to be playing it. Everyone I mention in this song is cool and very much Bluegrass. Derek Vaden plays some great banjo on this one,” says Stephenson.

Another original song is Who Are They? co-written by Stephenson and his award-winning songwriting friend Donna Ulisse.

Sonny Osborne suggested the band cut Tears previously recorded by the Osborne Brothers and written by the same songwriters who penned the famous Rocky Top. The band added another song from the Osborne catalog titled Love Lifted Me that also appeared on Stephenson’s first gospel album on the old Webco Records in 1991.

Two Heart’s On The Borderline features some great guitar pickin’ by member Nick Dauphinais. The song was the title of Stephenson’s album released on Pinecastle Records in 2000 that has been out of print for many years.

Three of the songs on 30 were also recorded on Stephenson’s out of print 1989 album Timber released on Webco as well. The band puts their spin on the Billboard Pop and Country hit Just When I Needed You Most they have been performing live for 30 years. Another cover is Timber, I’m Falling In Love that garnered Stephenson a year-long chart appearance on Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine’s Top 30 National Survey Chart. The song of course was a Billboard hit song for Patty Loveless in the late 80’s.

Sweet Little Miss Blue Eyes, another song from Timber, is certainly special to Stephenson. He recalls “it was one of the first songs I can remember singing with my Dad. I love Jim & Jesse, but Jesse sang it in G, so I had to put it in B to fit my voice!”

The band slows down on Darling Little Joe with stand out vocals and instrumentation by the group. Journey’s End is an old Ernest Tubb song also previously recorded on Stephenson’s Webco album Born To Sing in 1994. This tune has been very popular for the band and is certainly fan favorite.

Just for fun, Stephenson added a Bonus Track featuring the vocals by Larry and Dreama’s daughter Whysper. Proud Daddy says “she’s a good singer at only 9, hope you get to hear more from her one day. The album releases on her birthday!”

For more information The Larry Stephenson Band, please visit their website larrystephensonband.com.

Lonesome River Band – Outside Looking In

24 Apr, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

Lonesome River Band has been influential in bridging the worlds of traditional and modern Bluegrass and bringing new fans to the music. As pioneering innovators, they have set a benchmark with their award-winning albums and have established an immediately familiar sound that has influenced a generation of roots music musicians.

Lonesome River Band’s established legacy continues with their new release, Outside Looking In, with songs that reflect who and what this band is and the culture it come from. The album will be released 24th May by Mountain Home Music Company and is available for pre-order now.

Outside Looking In begins with Curiosity Killed This Cat with a flawless groove that personifies the deep-pocket timing of Lonesome River Band’s celebrated banjo master Sammy Shelor, five-time winner of the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Banjo Player of the Year award and 2011 winner of the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass.

When the band reached out to songwriter Daniel Salyer for material, this one stood out. Daniel is one of the finest songwriters in the business. He just knows how to compose a true bluegrass lyric and melody. When recording it, it seemed like it so quickly fell into place. Brandon’s soul, and Sammy and Barry’s iconic groove makes for a head-bobbin track – Jesse Smathers.

This groove is heard again in New Ballards Branch, a song about a place in Southwestern Virginia with a tone-setting intro by fiddler Mike Hartgrove, and in the title track, Outside Looking In. “It’s a new twist on a murder ballad that screams Lonesome River Band,” says Brandon Rickman, guitarist and vocalist. “We love the way this turned out.”

Shelor’s mastery is seen again in If I Had A Cheating Heart, a song Smathers describes as one of the grooviest Mel Street songs of all time. “When we went to record this, Sammy thought of doing it upbeat and he nailed it. It sure makes for a great driving bluegrass tune,” says Smathers.

These songs and others like Cassidy’s Prayer Book, a Civil War tune, and Your Memory Wins Again, an uptempo song by Skip Ewing that Shelor heard years ago, contain the heart of the band’s message of themes steeped in the genre’s tradition, presented in clever lyrics, instrumental prowess, and heartfelt vocals. “I always thought ‘Your Memory Wins Again’ would make a great bluegrass song,” says Shelor. “We finally had the opportunity to do it on this album.”

Over the decades, the distinguished sound of Lonesome River Band’s vocalists have set the band apart. For the last 12 years, Rickman has held the role as lead singer. Rickman’s vocals on songs like Wreck of My Heart are a robust, Country style and a quintessential part of the band’s sound. “It’s a great song with one of the coolest, catchiest melodies I’ve heard in a while,” says Rickman. “It’s just so different from anything we’ve done in a while, and those songs are hard to find.”

The voice of Smathers is classic in its higher register as he shares lead vocal duties when he’s not vaulting above Rickman with his impactful tenor. This is demonstrated in songs like Little Magnolia with its waltz meter and seamless brother-like harmonies. “Little Magnolia is a favorite track of mine. It’s a song that sounds 80 years old. The feel of this song comes from a place of authenticity, something that we all strive for, and that made it so fun to record for all of us,” says Smathers.

Together with the baritone parts shared by Shelor and ace bassist Barry Reed, the album’s themes of love, betrayal, murder and prayer are portrayed with the shrewd mastery that only a band performing at the highest level can create.

Other tracks include Going With The Flow, Circle Of Lies, Rough and Tumble Heart and Home Of The Red Fox, an instrumental.

Home of the Red Fox is a tune that I first heard from Bill Emerson back in the 1980s on an album titled Home Of The Red Fox, an instrumental album he did. It was just a melody that always stuck with me over the years, and I had sat and played it in practice hundreds of times over the last 30 years. We finally decided we wanted to cut the thing. It was an instrumental that hit Lonesome River Band’s feel really well – Sammy Shelor.

Shelor takes the first break, with the top-tier fiddling of Hartgrove coming next. Solos by Smathers and Rickman follow before the song comes to an end.

The album closes with Mark Knopfler ‘80s released, ‘50s nostalgia tune Calling Elvis the first single released off the album. The spirit of the original is captured and transformed in a way that makes for a smooth, well-executed merging of two styles. LRB’s “jam” section included in this track shows a band who continues to break the traditional mold musically.

The themes of Outside Looking In are a time-honoured part of the Bluegrass canon. They inform the very backbone of the music and Lonesome River Band has a way of framing them in modern terms moving the genre forward.

About Lonesome River Band

Since its formation 37 years ago, Lonesome River Band continues its reputation as one of the most respected names in Bluegrass music. Five-time International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Banjo Player of the Year, and winner of the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass, Sammy Shelor leads the group that is constantly breaking new ground in Acoustic music. With two stellar lead vocalists, Brandon Rickman (guitar) and Jesse Smathers (mandolin), with impressive talents of Mike Hartgrove (fiddle) and Barry Reed (bass), the band seamlessly comes together, performing the trademark sound that fans continue to embrace.

About Mountain Home Music Company:

Mountain Home Music Company, a division of Crossroads Label Group is a premier Bluegrass label with global distribution, representing such elite artists as Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Balsam Range, The Grascals, Lonesome River Band, Chris Jones & The Night Drivers, NewTown, Gina Furtado, Kristin Scott Benson, The Cleverlys, Danny Roberts, Lawson and Williams, Sideline, The Snyder Family Band, and Unspoken Tradition. Established in 1993, Crossroads is a market leader in the Bluegrass, Americana, and Christian Music fields.

Merle Monroe – Back To The Country

20 Apr, 19 by Greg McGrath Leave a Comment

The newly formed Bluegrass band Merle Monroe has announced the release of their debut project, Back To The Country. It will be available from 21st June. Back To The Country will be released via Pinecastle Records.

Merle Monroe was created by members Tim Raybon and Daniel Grindstaff. On the 12-song collection, the dynamic group show exactly why Country legend Merle Haggard and Bluegrass icon Bill Monroe are the inspirations behind both their band name and signature sound.

Fans can pre-order the new project here, where they’ll also be able to download and stream the lead single, This Town now.

American Music- the Carter Family, Bill Monroe, the Osborne Brothers, Jim and Jesse, Merle Haggard, Roger Miller, Flatt & Scruggs, and many others. The sounds of the great pioneers was our inspiration to record this album and form this band. Respectfully, we do our part to create something new, yet reflective of our hero’s influences and carry the torch with every song we write and sing” – Tim Raybon & Daniel Grindstaff.

The first single from Back To The Country is This Town. The upbeat track is a remake of classic Country artist Roger Miller’s song recorded for the 1965 album, The 3rd Time Around. Merle Monroe brings a new and invigorating sound, showcasing both Tim and Daniel’s hard-driving Bluegrass style. From start to finish the group trades notes and harmonies, giving genre enthusiasts a taste of what’s to come on the full LP. With years of experience, Daniel’s frequent performances at the legendary Grand Ole Opry serves as the guiding inspiration behind This Town. The song and video made its premiere earlier today on Vents Magazine.

Back To The Country consists of 12 tracks, including a combination of covers, along with all-new music written by the band. Band member Tim is no stranger to success, having previously released a Gold-certified single in the 90s of Butterfly Kisses. One standout song on the project is the first track, Movin’ On, a chart-topper previously released by Merle Haggard. Another key moment occurs on the feel-good Tim Raybon written Singing Crazy (Like Patsy Cline), which drops a line about the late great Patsy Cline. Perhaps the most heartfelt song is Dad, written by Skip Ewing. As a special treat for fans, the track will be officially available ahead of the album’s release, before the Father’s Day weekend.

Merle Monroe is pushing their promotional efforts into high gear as the album approaches. They will appear at The Birthplace of Country Music Museum in Bristol, Tenn. on Saturday, April 27, where they will premiere new music. On May 8, Nashville fans will be able to attend a very special album release show at The Station Inn. During the event, concert attendees will hear new music performed for the very first time. With the recent addition of Derek Deakins to the band (worked with Blake Shelton and the Osborne Brothers for five and three years respectively), Merle Monroe is more determined than ever to make 2019 their breakout year. To celebrate, they will also appear on the legendary WSM’s All Nighter With Marcia Campbell. Fans can listen in locally on 650-AM (broadcasting from Nashville to 38 states, plus part of Canada), or stream online at wsmonline.com.

To learn more on all things Merle Monroe visit the group’s official website.

Back To The Country Track Listing:

1. Movin’ On
2. Back Where It’s At
3. Whippoorwill
4. Beautiful Kentucky
5. Blessed City
6. Hungry Eyes

7. Singing Crazy (Like Patsy Cline)
8. Dad
9. I’ll Follow You1
0. He Will Roll You Over The Tide
11. The Kindest Man
12. This Town

About Merle Monroe:

Pinecastle Recording artists Merle Monroe is a band created by musicians Tim Raybon and Daniel Grindstaff. Basing their sound from collective experiences as professionals in the music business, which essentially is a mix of vocally centered, hard-driving Bluegrass, all along tearing at listeners’ heartstrings like a Merle Haggard style ballad. Merle Monroe believes Bluegrass, Gospel and traditional Country music are America’s music, the stories of the common man and the sounds of the mountains. Adding the superb talents of Jayd Raines, Josh Doss and Derek Deakins, the goal is to choose songs that relate to everyday life and go Back To The Country, be that with heartfelt vocals, a ballad, a hard-driving banjo, or an upbeat song that takes your mind away from today’s current distractions.