The Kody Norris Show - Highfalutin Hillbilly

A recurring theme in Kody's songwriting is the triumph of true love. One of the band’s early hits, “Love Bug”, set that tone—and now, the band is shining a spotlight on another of his original songs, “Ruby Jane”. Propelled by brisk…

East Nash Grass - "Bend in the Road"

"Bend in the Road" captures the heart of change and resilience, blending tradition with fresh energy. As the 2024 IBMA New Artist of the Year, the band shines by being fully themselves. With members who’ve played alongside Dan Tyminski, Tim…

Jaelee Roberts - "Love Gone Missing"

"Love Gone Missing" is a ballad by IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year Jaelee Roberts, co-written by Theo MacMillan. The impeccable, spirited performance blends modern sensibilities and classic virtuosity. The song is written from a girl’s point…

Colebrook Road - "Alone Again"

"Alone Again" is inspired by Edgar Allen Poe’s poem Alone. It captures his dark worldview and reflects on the isolation of his childhood. The song begins with a slow, mournful pace, before shifting into a faster, more upbeat section. This…

Becky Buller - "Muddy Waters"

"Muddy Water" was one of Becky’s favorite songs even before Hurricane Helene hit. After the storm, it meant even more. Many of her friends and neighbors were directly affected. Now she shares in their pain through Phil Rosenthal’s heavy…

Chandler P - Call Me When Your Heart Remembers

Focus track "Back to You" dives into the ache of heartbreak and longing for someone you once loved. At its core, the song is a reminder to hold on to love, even when things don’t turn out as hoped. It blends punk tones with upbeat hooks to…

Balsam Range - "The Pacific"

Balsam Range adds to the bluegrass songbook of dark tales of disaster with “The Pacific". Inspired by "Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald", the foreboding ballad offers a deep story that you could almost make a movie out of. This was a song that…

Sister Sadie - "Prodigal Daughter"

With an emotional lead from IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year Jaelee Roberts, "Prodigal Daughter" flips the usual bluegrass tradition by leaning into a minor key. Written by bandmate Dani Flowers and Billy Crain, the song blends acoustic roots…

Sister Sadie - "I Wish It Would Rain"

In a moving tribute to the late Nanci Griffith and IBMA Hall of Famer Lynn Morris, Sister Sadie delivers a fresh take on “I Wish It Would Rain." This is the first track featuring the newest Grand Ole Opry member, Steve Earle, on harmony. With…

Vickie Vaughn - "Liza Jane"

Two-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn puts a bold take on Vince Gill’s "Liza Jane", swapping ‘90s electric twang for high-octane bluegrass. Vickie's loved this song since she was a kid, and wanted to add drama—make it darker…

Volume Five - "Leave a Light On"

To Volume Five, this song felt like a song every writer can only imagine making. The group carefully chooses songs to perform because they will be used for years on stage, in rehearsals, and in front of fans. That’s why each choice matters.…

Billy Gilman - "Waylon"

When Billy wrote "Waylon", he was reflecting on how deeply a pet can impact the life of someone who lives alone. He never imagined it would one day be used by the AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) to support suicide prevention…