“My Brown Eyed Darling” by mandolin master and Grascals founder Danny Roberts features a guest singer in wife and bassist Andrea Roberts. (That’s a 1994 photo of her on the cover.) Their daughter, Jaelee, sings harmony, making it a family affair. It offers an organic example of the way songs from the bluegrass canon resonate… Continue reading Danny Roberts – “My Brown Eyed Darling”
“Starlet Iris” is a melancholic country ballad about a man who is separated from his lover, ends up in jail, but still longs for her. The lyrics evoke a sense of loneliness and regret, set against a backdrop of winter snow and a dark sky. Harry Clark came up with the name “Starlet Iris.” “After… Continue reading East Nash Grass – “Starlet Iris”
“Take Me Away” is a heartfelt ballad about a man who is lost and searching for a place to call home. With a ticket in his hand and a bag in the backseat, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, hoping to find peace and solace on the open road. The song’s poignant lyrics and… Continue reading Darren Nicholson – Wanderer
“Mayberry State of Mind” is a nostalgic tune that takes us back to a simpler time. Co-writer Rick Lang reminds us that Mayberry is not a real place, but a state of mind where we value honesty and being neighborly. This song encourages us to let go of chaos and embrace a more relaxed and… Continue reading Daryl Mosley – “Mayberry State Of Mind”
Vestal Goodman, Andraé Crouch, and The Katinas bring a soulful Gospel sound in this never-before digitally released track. The powerful voices proclaim that God is able.
“The Enemy” is a powerful song that reminds us of the spiritual war we face. We must remain vigilant and continue to resist “The Enemy” in order to live fruitful and effective lives.
Syntax Creative, a leading digital distribution and marketing company for independent music, has announced a strategic partnership with Grapetree Records as the pioneering rap label celebrates the 30th anniversary of its launching. The collaboration aims to expand the reach of its classic catalog, bringing the music to a new audience, and ultimately making room to… Continue reading Syntax Creative Partners With Grapetree Records To Revive Classic Catalog and Pave The Way For New Releases
“Snake Charmer” is an up-tempo romp that highlights the quintet’s whimsical side. It’s a fun twist on the classic subject of lost love and breakups. Rather than pining over someone, why not take up some unusual hobbies? No doubt it is hard to focus on lost love when you are trying hard to charm a… Continue reading Balsam Range – “Snake Charmer”
In 1993, Grapetree Records began in Austin, Texas. They quickly stood out in the music industry with a roster of former drug dealers and gang members. Artists like Lil Raskull, Antonious, Prime Minister, L.G. Wise, Nuwine, DCP, FTF, and others chose a better path. The company’s goal was to change the music industry. It is… Continue reading Grapetree Records
“You Can’t Slow The River Down” is an uplifting tale of hope, encouraging folks to value every piece of their human experience. You can’t slow the river down or turn back the tide, or shift the wind’s direction, no matter how you try. Life happens while you live it. Live it up until you die.… Continue reading Rick Faris – Uncommon Sky
