Nashville, Tenn. - Bluegrass mainstays Deeper Shade of Blue continue their celebration of two decades as a band following the release of their latest record, Twenty. To kick start the year, they’re excited to announce the track “Four Wheel Drive” will serve as the next single from the project. Fans can download and/or stream the new single and full record HERE.  The hard-driving track showcases the band’s unique instrumentation. “Four Wheel Drive” was written by Larry Rice, who originally released the cut in 1985 as part of his critically-acclaimed Hurri ..read more

Wilson Banjo Co. Earns FIVE  Upstate Music Award Nominations  Makes Their Way On To TEN  Top Album and Song Lists for 2021  "With each project, I continue to be surprised and humbled by the level of support and love received. Six Degrees Of Separation was the most important and personal recording I have completed to date, to have collaborated with all of the people that have essentially molded me into the artist, both musically and as a luthier, and studio engineer that I am. These musicians, singers and songwriters are so incredibly talented, and to create this music with ..read more

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Lexington, KY - Kentuckians, Wolfpen Branch have much to be excited about with the road ahead in 2022! They’re kicking off the new year with a brand new original song “Burning The Midnight Oil”.  The new radio-friendly single was written by band member and award-winning songwriter, Aaron Bibelhauser during a long weekend of recording with the band a few months back. The message is certainly one that many folks can relate to, feeling overworked and scrambling to make time to show our loved ones how much they mean to us. Combining soaring fiddle, banjo, an ..read more

NASHVILLE, TN - Eddie Sanders and Engelhardt Music Group are releasing a brand new single today, “What Do I Tell My Heart,” from the current album release That Kind Of Lonesome.  Eddie’s pure and lonesome vocal treatment on this original tune is nothing less than magical. Penned by Eddie with Glen Duncan, one can easily feel the heartbreak soar throughout the lyrics, supported perfectly by superb instrumentation. Bluegrass and classic country music fans alike will appreciate the astute detail and melody that lend to easy imagery when listening to th ..read more

NASHVILLE, TN - The members of Fast Track are proud to announce the addition of accomplished bluegrass veteran, Shayne Bartley to their blockbuster five-piece ensemble. Shayne will assume the mandolin duties as well as be an outstanding inclusion with his strong lead and harmony vocals.  “I'm honoured and excited to be asked to join Fast Track.  I am looking forward to making great Bluegrass music with Dale, Steve, Ron, and Duane. It will be so much fun to see all of the fans and friends again!” -Shayne Bartley  Originally from Georgetown, Kentucky, Shayne has had an incredible ..read more

Nashville, Tenn. - With the holidays finally here, Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road just released the ultimate stocking-stuffer for every Gospel music lover. Their brand new project, I Can Go To Them is officially available today via Pinecastle Records and features 12 new recordings. The collection includes an infused sound that combines the North Carolina based group’s Bluegrass roots with a must-hear Gospel twist. Fans can purchase a copy, download and/or stream the album HERE.  To celebrate the release, Carolina Road is also excited ..read more

GRUNDY, VA - Americana/ Folk songstress, Sandy Shortridge, is announcing the release of a second single from a forthcoming project this week. The emotion-filled original song, "Virginia Red" proves once again why Shortridge is known as one of the most respected musical storytellers in her niche.  "Virginia Red" was written by Sandy, along with her husband and popular multi-year nominee for IBMA Broadcaster of the Year, radio host, Alfred "Big Al" Weekley.  Sandy Shortridge is an acclaimed singer-songwriter in the roots music industry, having penned hit&n ..read more

RINER, VA. - "Selah"... a musicians pause, perhaps to take a breath, to sing a cappella, or to let the instruments play alone. This was one of the thoughts behind naming the breathtaking little corner of the New River Valley known as SELAH SPRINGS FARM.  Selah Springs is excited to announce the launch of their first official Concert Series for 2022 with the venue of their beautiful event as the backdrop. A trial run with a few concerts over the last year following the pandemic solidified the public interest in continuing the offering. Venue owner, Linda Robinson, contacted ..read more

Nashville, Tenn. - World-renowned musician Jim Hurst just unveiled his brand new Pinecastle Records single, “Back To The One.”  No stranger to success, Hurst has been honored by the Bluegrass industry on multiple occasions, including taking home the coveted “Guitar Player of the Year” award multiple times from the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA). The new release is the lead single from the upcoming full-length album From The Ground Up, coming in 2022. Fans can download and stream “Back To The One” HERE.  "As I often do, I ..read more