“Dillsboro Blues” is a hillbilly, moody blues tune Nicholson wrote in honor of his mother. It’s about the little town in Western North Carolina where she was born and raised. The instrumental tune represents struggles; the ups and downs of a hard life and the willingness to keep fighting to persevere. “She’s got true grit… Continue reading Darren Nicholson – “Dillsboro Blues”
“Uncle Pen” was written by Bill Monroe in 1950 and was one of Frosty Foster’s favorites. It was on regular rotation for the Dreamcatcher band playing live at the venue. The song was about his Uncle Pendleton Vandiver, who was a fiddle player. The song has become a bluegrass classic and has been covered by… Continue reading Boone & Foster – Smoky Mountain Favorites
“Next to Nothing” by Russell D. Johnson is a poetic and introspective song. It explores the feelings of emptiness that individuals can experience at times after lost love. The vulnerable and honest vocals capture the emotional depth of the lyrics. Hammertowne is a bluegrass band from Eastern Kentucky that formed in 2012. They promote a… Continue reading Hammertowne – “Next To Nothing”
“What It Is” is an unapologetic invitation for the listener to find out what motivates Sivion’s actions. The way he moves in life from circumstance to circumstance. MALEX and Sivion are equally yoked in hope and the values that follow. It is their absolute honor to be able to share in full transparency, what fills… Continue reading Sivion & MALEX – “What It Is” feat. Lady
“Long Journey Home” is a traditional bluegrass song about a homesick wanderer who is eager to return to their loved ones after spending a long time away. And it was one that Frosty Foster loved performing. Between singing and playing his solo, he would smile joyfully. With its bittersweet lyrics and lively instrumentation, this is… Continue reading Boone & Foster – “Long Journey Home”
Tonja Rose wrote “Walking Each Other Home” with John Mathis Jr. and Mark Narmore. Both Mathis and Narmore are award-winning songwriters in the Nashville songwriting industry. They were inspired by the philosophical quote, “we’re just walking each other home.” They wanted to write a song that captured a universal message of kindness to one another… Continue reading Tonja Rose – “Walking Each Other Home”
“Put It Off Until Tomorrow” is a wonderful classic song written by Bill Owens and Dolly Parton, recorded by Dolly back in 1967. The Lost & Found recorded their version in 2013 with Dempsey Young bringing the track to the band. This is one of the last recordings of Dempsey Young with the Lost &… Continue reading Lost & Found – “Put It Off Until Tomorrow”
This record was really a product of the post pandemic season. Many experienced some hits and losses during that time frame. That may have been a loss of homes or livelihoods or friends and family members. Coming out of that season, we all had a decision to make. Stay stuck in certain areas or find… Continue reading Village KNG – “Forward Motion”
“You Don’t Need to Be Improved” says that when you love someone, you love them just as they are right here, right now. This is contrary to what we see on TV and social media, which seems to have a hidden message of “you’re not good enough.” Especially women! Don’t worry about trying to look… Continue reading Jeff Parker & Company – “You Don’t Need To Be Improved”
With the arrival of Spring, thoughts turn to Easter. As The Talleys continue their Messages To Treasure, it’s only natural that they offer a new single that focuses on the miracle of Christ’s Resurrection. This live “Death Was Arrested / He’s Alive” version matches the joy and grandeur of the moment. It will bring a… Continue reading The Talleys – “Death Was Arrested / He’s Alive (Live)”
