Wilson Banjo Co. Release Burn Down The Fields.
Wilson Banjo Co. just released their new bluegrass single, Burn Down The Fields, via Pinecastle Records. Featuring lead vocals from rising artist Haven Slay, the song explores the process of letting go of what no longer serves you and making room for a new beginning.
Burn Down The Fields is available now on all digital and streaming platforms here.
Burn Down The Fields is one of those songs that reminds you sometimes the healthiest thing you can do is let the old burn away so something better has room to grow. That’s a message that really resonated with me. Recording it was especially meaningful because it gave us the chance to collaborate with an incredible young artist, Haven Slay.
I first met Haven back in 2018 when we played a series of showcases together, and even then it was obvious she had something special. Her talent was undeniable, but what impressed me just as much was her positive spirit, professionalism, and genuine love for music. Watching her continue to grow into the artist she is today has been a real joy – Steve Wilson.
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Written around the idea of clearing away the past to make space for something better, Burn Down The Fields uses the changing seasons as a metaphor for healing and starting over.
The song was written by Alaina Stacey, Greg Crowe and Joie Scott, and features instrumental credits from Steve Wilson on 5-string banjo, Haven Slay on lead vocals, Melanie Wilson in harmony vocals, Jason Fraley on mandolin and guitar, Clay Hess also on guitar, Adam Bachman on Dobro and Jaime Carter bass.
Burn Down The Fields is the latest single from Wilson Banjo Co.’s forthcoming full-length album, which the band is currently recording in the studio.
Wilson Banjo Co. was founded by Steve Wilson, whose career has brought together his work as a musician, banjo builder, recording engineer and producer. After beginning his career in Nashville at the Gibson Custom Art Shop, Wilson returned to Upstate New York before eventually settling in South Carolina, where he established himself as a respected luthier known for his custom Wilson banjos. He launched Wilson Banjo Co. in 2014 and has earned national radio play and significant chart success along the way.
The new album continues the band’s tradition of bringing together an evolving cast of musicians and collaborators while allowing the songs to guide the sound. It will also include the album’s lead single, Heaven Is Your Hometown, which spent 19 total weeks in the Top Ten of the Roots Music Report Contemporary Bluegrass Song Chart. The band is also currently at No. 1 on the Roots Music Report Song Chart with the 2025 anthem If You Don’t Climb The Mountain, a testament to the song’s continued impact.
About Wilson Banjo Co.
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Wilson Banjo Co. offers fresh, original acoustic music with enchanting vocals and captivating instrumentation unlike anything else you’ve heard. The magical arrangements will consume you as you drink in the fascinating melodies and lyrical genius they deliver with their harmonious stories.
Wilson is clear about the vision for the band:
There’s never been a specific theme or sound bucket in mind for the band or our projects, I wouldn’t want to pigeonhole our creativity in that way. We are just really all about the song. When we hear something we like and think we would be good at making it special, we just go for it, and when it’s finished, we hope others will like it too – Steve Wilson.
The Company, was spearheaded by Steve Wilson in 2015 to promote his custom banjos. With numerous musician staff dedicated to the unique bluegrass and Americana music created by Wilson Banjo Co., the band has continually pushed the boundaries of tradition, redefining the sounds and structure to create their internationally recognized brand.
Following the #1 chart-topping success of Memory Lane in 2024, WBC released an EP called Lonely as It Gets, in the winter of 2025. The main goal of the shorter collection was to introduce a fresh lineup of 2025 touring members. The EP, as well as the single If You Don’t Climb The Mountain, once again skyrocketed to the #1 spot on the Roots Chart both Top 50 and Contemporary – as well as topping the South Carolina charts. This latest high ranking chart activity has surely solidified their place at radio and with their loyal fan base the world over.
Wilson Banjo Co is currently in the studio working on their new Pinecastle Records project that will include some very special guests as well as return appearances from prior company releases.
Fans can learn more about the Wilson Banjo Co. journey and explore the band’s music by visiting the website..
