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…

Deanie Richardson & Kimber Ludiker - "Cacklin Hen"

If you're a bluegrass fan, you know the only thing better than great fiddle playing is two great fiddlers playing together. Now, two of the best in the business are carrying on the proud tradition of twin fiddling, with a fresh new spin. Deanie…

Lonesome River Band - "Blues"

“Blues” offers a lively glimpse into Lonesome River Band’s signature "telegrass". Since the early ’90s, when Sammy Shelor first brought a Telecaster into their song “Hobo Blues,” the crisp “chicken pickin’” sound has been part…

Gena Britt - "Goodbye to the Blues"

"Goodbye To The Blues" showcases Gena Britt’s expressive voice and banjo playing, which has earned her several IBMA Banjo Player of the Year nominations. As a huge Lynn Morris and Marshall Wilborn fan, Gena wanted to pay tribute to Lynn's…

Jesse Smathers - "Good Time Get Together"

Jesse Smathers brings new life to “Good Time Get Together”, a lively quartet tune first recorded by the Lewis Family decades ago. Written by bluegrass legend Randall Hylton, the song’s uplifting message resonated with Smathers. He cherishes…

Chris Jones & The Night Drivers - "Plenty Ventured"

A twist on the old proverb, "nothing ventured, nothing gained", came to Chris' mind out of the blue. The idea of putting too much effort into a lost cause is relatable, whether that's in relationships, work, or other areas in life. Everyone’s…

Sister Sadie - "Let the Circle Be Broken"

The group wrote this song right after Deanie Richardson's dad passed away. He was verbally, emotionally, and sexually abusive during her 18 years of living at home. When she confronted him as an adult, he said that it had been done to him as…

Jaelee Roberts - "Heavy as a Stone in Her Heart"

Reigning IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year Jaelee Roberts’ “Heavy as a Stone in Her Heart” stays tightly focused on her haunting voice and sensitive interpretation. The song underlines the unusual musical maturity of an artist barely out…

Balsam Range - "When it Comes to Loving You"

Balsam Range’s "When It Comes To Loving You", their first song since 2023, features their revamped lineup which signals a strong through-line in their signature sound and introduces a new collaborator in Don Rigsby. When Notes guitarist and…

Ashby Frank - "The Bug"

Ashby Frank puts a bluegrass twist on "The Bug", which appeared on the final Dire Straits album and became a Top 20 country hit. Frank grew up listening to 90s country and actually first heard the Mary Chapin Carpenter cover. When Ashby discovered…

Vickie Vaughn - "Leavin'"

Vickie Vaughn — 2x IBMA Bass Player of the Year, founding member of the acclaimed bluegrass group High Fidelity, and member of the GRAMMY-nominated, all-woman Della Mae — is set to release her first recording under her own name in a decade.…