New Horse and Buggy New Release From Section House.
Mountain Fever Records has announced the release of New Horse and Buggy, the latest recording from Section House, a powerhouse ensemble comprised of some of the most accomplished musicians in modern bluegrass.
Blending tradition, originality, and fearless musical exploration, the album New Horse and Buggy showcases the collective artistry that has made Section House one of the genre’s most respected collaborative projects.
New Horse And Buggy
New Horse and Buggy by Section House features Aaron Ramsey on mandolin, Bryan McDowell on fiddle, Cory Walker on 5-string banjo, Gaven Largent on Dobro, Jake Stargel on guitar and Jeff Partin on bass, Section House brings together an all-star lineup whose individual careers have earned acclaim throughout the bluegrass and acoustic music worlds. The result is a recording that celebrates both the roots of bluegrass and the limitless possibilities of contemporary acoustic music.
Produced by Section House, the ten-track collection highlights the band’s remarkable chemistry through a mix of original compositions, bluegrass standards, and inventive interpretations. Original instrumentals such as Aaron Ramsey’s In Rut Jeff Partin’s STA, Jake Stargel’s Patches, Gaven Largent’s Change of Heart, and Bryan McDowell’s New Horse and Buggy showcase the group’s exceptional songwriting and musicianship. The album also features inspired renditions of classic selections including Ralph Stanley’s Long Skinny Lanky Sarah Jane and Bill Monroe favorite Pike County Breakdown, alongside adventurous takes on jazz compositions Passion Dance by McCoy Tyner and Yes or No by Wayne Shorter.
While Section House is widely recognized for its instrumental prowess, the album also includes standout vocal performances. Bryan McDowell takes the lead on the haunting original Hobo’s Lonesome Blues, with harmony vocals provided by Gaven Largent. Largent steps into the spotlight on the Ralph Stanley classic Long Skinny Lanky Sarah Jane, delivering a performance that honours the song’s traditional roots while showcasing his distinctive voice.
New Horse and Buggy is available on all streaming platforms.
Engineered by Jake Stargel at Stargel Studios, the project was mixed and mastered by Aaron Ramsey and Jeff Partin, resulting in a warm, dynamic recording that captures every nuance of the band’s extraordinary musicianship.
Section House takes bluegrass music to whole new level.
Originally formed as a gathering of like-minded pickers, Section House has grown into a showcase of bluegrass artistry at its highest level. With decades of experience and deep respect for tradition, the band delivers a sound that is both rooted and forward-thinking. This release further cements their reputation as a true musician’s band, balancing technical brilliance with the soul and spirit of bluegrass.
More about Section House:
Based in Nashville, TN Section House is a powerhouse bluegrass band featuring an all-star lineup of seasoned musicians, each bringing years of professional experience to the stage. With a shared passion for traditional and progressive bluegrass, the group blends technical mastery with heartfelt musicianship, creating a sound that is both dynamic and authentic.
The band showcases the talents of Aaron Ramsey on mandolin, Bryan McDowell on fiddle, Cory Walker on banjo, Jake Stargel on guitar, Jeff Partin on bass, and Gaven Largent on resophonic guitar. These musicians have performed with some of the biggest names in bluegrass and beyond, earning respect for their precision, innovation, and deep-rooted love for the genre.
Whether on stage or in the studio, Section House delivers a high-energy, hard-driving bluegrass experience that resonates with audiences of all kinds. With a mix of traditional influences and fresh arrangements, the band continues to push the boundaries of modern bluegrass while staying true to its roots.
Aaron Ramsey has nearly 20 years of experience in performing and recording music having started at an early age with various regional groups from North Carolina such as Damascus Road and The Linville Ridge Band. In 2006, he became a member of Randy Kohrs and The Lites, and in 2007 he became the mandolin player for Mountain Heart. Over the past eight years, he has expanded his recording experience, both as a studio musician and an engineer of recordings and has also begun producing many recordings, via his work at Mountain Fever Recording Studio. From straight-ahead bluegrass to more progressive stylings, Ramsey strives to keep his creative juices flowing, while demonstrating his respect for more traditional musical styles.
Bryan McDowell was raised in western North Carolina. He took up fiddle at an early age and developed his craft performing with his sister and family at regional venues. During his teenage years, he became proficient on several other instruments. In 2009 at the age of 17, he turned from performing to competing and over the following two years, amassed 21 first place finishes at many prestigious acoustic competitions and pulled off several festival “sweeps.” In January 2012, he became a member of the Claire Lynch Band, and since relocating to Nashville in 2013, has also enjoyed working with Sierra Hull, Ron Block, Alison Brown, Bryan Sutton, the Tony Rice Unit, Josh Turner, and many others.
Cory Walker is one of the most exciting young banjo players on the scene today, making many national television appearances with artists such as Keith Urban, Earl Scruggs, Ricky Skaggs, and Kix Brooks. He has played the Grand Ole Opry dozens of times both as a featured performed alongside his brother Jarrod Walker, and with various acts including Mountain Heart, Sierra Hull, and Ricky Skaggs. In 2014, he received an IBMA Momentum Award for Instrumentalist of the Year, an honor given to two young musicians annually who show great promise on their respective instrument.
Jake Stargel at 24 years od age, is a rising figure in the acoustic music scene and has already worked with an impressive array of artists including the Greencards, Mountain Heart, Ricky Skaggs, and Sierra Hull. In 2005, he won the Georgia State Flatpicking contest which consequently led to him landing his first gig with the progressive acoustic ensemble, the Lovell Sisters (Larkin Poe). In 2014, Stargel was also awarded the IBMA’s Momentum Award for Instrumentalist of the Year.
Having performed nationally and internationally on world-class stages, he has in a few years accomplished more than most musicians hope to achieve in a lifetime. Currently, you can catch him performing with Mike Snider, Missy Raines and the New Hip and Bradford Lee Folk.
Jeff Partin began playing electric bass at the age of four and was immediately bitten by the music bug. A few years later, he began learning guitar and at the age of 13, won the Georgia State Flatpicking Championship which led to the chance to perform on the Grand Ole Opry. Fresh out of high school, he joined Volume Five where he performed across the country for the next three years which opened the door to many opportunities including filling in for the great Tony Rice Unit. These days, he can be found hitting the stage with Mountain Heart, a spot he’s held for the last two years.
When musicians this talented join together for a project this unique, the artwork surrounding the physical CD must be equally special. Marlin Shoop was commissioned to create the artwork for the project and with good reason. Shoop attended the Joe Kubert’s School of Cartoon and Graphic Art and Savannah College of Art and Design. His credentials include Zenescope, Archie Comics, Penny Farthing Press, Devil’s Due Publishing, Moonstone Image Comics, Comic’s Buyer’s Guide, Topps and Upper Deck. He was also part of the concept team for Icarus Studios/Fallen Earth and the TabbApp game from Heroclix for the iPad and Droid tablets.
Jeff Partin currently works on the graphic novel series LARP from Dark Horse Comics. Clearly, his creative genius was put to task for Section House and he delivered with art that is certainly worthy of future IBMA Graphics accolades.
