Greg Blake Releases New Single Nora McNally On Turnberry Records.
Following up on the highly successful single Bluefield Mountain Wind, Turnberry Records ihas announced the release of Nora McNally, the new single from award-winning bluegrass vocalist and guitarist Greg Blake.
Written by acclaimed songwriter Milan Miller, Nora McNally is a lively, story-driven tune that blends a charming love tale with the spirit and beauty of Ireland. Backed by stellar musicianship and Blake’s warm, resonant vocals, the single captures the heart of traditional bluegrass while celebrating the magic of the Emerald Isle.
I’ve been a fan of Milan Miller’s songwriting for some time now. Everybody likes a good how we met story, and this song combines that with another of my favourite things – all things Ireland: the land, the people, the music, and the spirit. I’ve made several trips to Ireland to play music; first with Jeff Scroggins and Colorado on three occasions; then with a ‘super band’ consisting of Blaine Sprouse, John Reischman, Sally Van Meter, and Mark Schatz; then a solo tour. and the last two trips have been with my pals, The Special Consensus.
The Irish are not just great fans; I’ve made dear, life-long friends there. Recording this song is an opportunity for me to celebrate that connection – Greg Blake.
Blake recorded Nora McNally at The Recording Lab at East Tennessee State University, working with Prof. Dan Boner at the helm. Boner also helped assemble a group of young, exceptionally talented ETSU-connected musicians: Max Etling on bass, Jacob Metz on banjo and Dobro, Ethan Church on mandolin, and 16-year-old Junior Master Fiddle Champion Noah Goeble on fiddle.
I hope you enjoy our presentation of the lyrics and melody so much so that you find yourself tapping your toe and joining in on the chorus. Who knows … maybe Nora McNally will be just the thing that pushes you over the edge to go ahead and take that long overdue trip to the Emerald Isle. Let me know when you’re going – Greg Blake.
With its infectious energy, authentic storytelling, and heartfelt performance, Nora McNally further cements Greg Blake’s place as one of today’s most engaging voices in bluegrass.
Nora McNally will be available on all digital music platforms on August 8, 2025, and is available here.
The new release is available to radio presenters now from Get It Played.
Greg Blake
About Greg Blake:
Greg Blake, a distinguished bluegrass and country vocalist, was born and raised in the mountains of West Virginia, where he developed a deep connection to Appalachian mountain music.
His rich, resonant voice reflects the authentic strains of this heritage, earning him the 2023 International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Male Vocalist of the Year Award.
