The Barefoot Movement Announces Upcoming Album, ‘Pressing Onward’
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Banjo virtuoso Daniel Grindstaff tips his hat to the Grand Ole Opry’s century-long legacy with “The Death of John Henry”. First made famous by Opry pioneer Uncle Dave Macon, the song gets a fresh spark from Grindstaff & the Uptown Troubadours, pairing history with present-day artistry. It’s a nod to the Opry’s enduring influence—proof that great music doesn’t fade, it resonates across generations. The song also features GRAMMY winner Marty Stuart on mandolin.
KEY SELLING POINTS
- Acclaimed banjo player Daniel Grindstaff is recognized as one of today’s top talents in bluegrass.
- He began his career at 18, performing at the Grand Ole Opry with Jim and Jesse McReynolds.
- Toured and recorded in the studio with GRAMMY-winning artist Marty Raybon.
- His debut solo album, Heroes and Friends, featured Dolly Parton, Paul Brewster, and Rhonda Vincent. It also charted for 2 weeks on Billboard's Weekly Top 50 Bluegrass Album Chart.
- Grindstaff has performed at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, CMA Music Fest, and has appeared on Fox & Friends.
- Acclaimed banjo player Daniel Grindstaff is recognized as one of today’s top talents in bluegrass.
- He began his career at 18, performing at the Grand Ole Opry with Jim and Jesse McReynolds.
- Toured and recorded in the studio with GRAMMY-winning artist Marty Raybon.
- His debut solo album, Heroes and Friends, featured Dolly Parton, Paul Brewster, and Rhonda Vincent. It also charted for 2 weeks on Billboard's Weekly Top 50 Bluegrass Album Chart.
- Grindstaff has performed at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, CMA Music Fest, and has appeared on Fox & Friends.
