THE KODY NORRIS SHOW WINS FIRST IBMA AWARD: MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR FOR “THE AUCTIONEER”

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Kody Norris Show has won their first International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Bluegrass Music Award, taking home Music Video of the Year for their rousing take on “The Auctioneer.” The trophy was presented last night at the 36th Annual IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Lifted from the band’s 2025 Rebel Records release Highfalutin Hillbilly, “The Auctioneer” salutes a timeless country staple penned by Leroy Van Dyke and Buddy Black. The winning clip was produced by James Gilley with videography by Nate Wiles and captures the group’s trademark showmanship, joyful crowd energy, and Kody’s lightning-quick auctioneer patter.
“This is one of those pinch-me moments,” says Kody Norris. “‘The Auctioneer’ is part of my story, and we made this video in the spirit of family, friends, and the fans who’ve hollered for it at every show. To be recognized by the IBMA community for something that’s so close to home means the world to us. Thank you, IBMA, Rebel Records, our team, and every single fan who’s cheered us on.”
“We’ve believed in Kody and this band from day one,” adds Mark Freeman, President of Rebel Records. “‘The Auctioneer’ packs everything that makes The Kody Norris Show special—tradition, sparkle, and heart. Congratulations to Kody, Mary Rachel, Josiah, and Charlie, and to the creative team of James Gilley and Nate Wiles for bringing this song to life.”
Watch “The Auctioneer” (official video): YouTube / The Kody Norris Show.
For the complete list of IBMA 2025 winners, click HERE.
“The Auctioneer” was the first single from their new album, Highfalutin Hillbilly, out now on Rebel Records. Containing twelve songs in all, the record includes a few newly written tunes and some of their favorite classic country hits from throughout the years with a modern flair. Several singles from Highfalutin Hillbilly have been featured by Country Evolution, Think Country, The Bluegrass Situation, The Hollywood Times, My Kind of Country, and Cowboys & Indians.
To purchase/stream: rebel-records.lnk.to/TKNS-HHPR
The group continues to pay homage to the Grand Ole Opry for its 100th anniversary this year and to all of the legendary members who paved the way with their single “In The Circle,” which was written by close friend and Grand Ole Opry square dancer Larry Chunn. The song paints a portrait of a young dreamer’s perspective…bringing Kody’s story “full circle.”
The Kody Norris Show consistently captivates audiences with their electrifying stage presence, tight harmonies, and signature rhinestone suits. The group has become a staple in bluegrass, earning multiple SPBGMA awards and IBMA Award nominations, and their albums ‘All Suited Up’ (2021) and ‘Rhinestone Revival’ (2023) both charted on Billboard’s Bluegrass Albums Chart. From the Grand Ole Opry to SiriusXM, they are a driving force in keeping traditional bluegrass alive while bringing it to new audiences.
‘Highfalutin Hillbilly’ Track Listing:
01 The Auctioneer (Premiered By Think Country)02 Blue Ain’t The Word (Premiered By Cowboys & Indians)03 In The Circle (Premiered by Country Evolution)04 Silver Eagle05 Ruby Jane06 Mississippi Squirrel Revival (Premiered by My Kind Of Country)07 San Antonio Stroll08 Wild Mountain Rose (Premiered By The Bluegrass Situation)09 Tennessee10 Waitress, Waitress11 Rockabye Boogie12 Ramblin’ Around (Premiered by The Hollywood Times)
The Kody Norris Show’s ‘Highfalutin Hillbilly Tour’ Dates:
SEP 19 – Nothin’ Fancy Bluegrass Festival / Buena Vista, Va.SEP 20 – Blazin’ Bluegrass Festival / Whitley City, Ky.SEP 27 – 4th Annual Hammons Family Fiddle and Banjo Contest & World Class Jam / Marlinton, W.Va.
OCT 03 – Mountain City Fiddler’s Convention / Mountain City, Tenn.
OCT 10 – Mandolin Farm Bluegrass Festival / Flemingsburg, Ky.
OCT 24 – Cactus Theater / Lubbock, Texas
OCT 25 – Salmon Lake Bluegrass Festival / Grapeland, Texas
NOV 01 – Carter Family Fold / Hilton, Va.
NOV 07 – Bluegrass Sampler / Racine, Wis.
NOV 08 – Bluegrass Sampler / Racine, Wis.
NOV 22 – A Curtis Andrew Auction Facility / Federalsburg, Md.NOV 23 – The Russell Theatre / Lebanon, Va.
NOV 29 – Thanksgiving Bluegrass Festival / Brooksville, Fla.
DEC 19 – Sterling Bluegrass Jamboree / Mount Sterling, Ohio
DEC 20 – The Station Inn / Nashville, Tenn.DEC 21 – Belle Oaks Barn / Brooker, Fla.
2026JAN 15-19 – Danny Stewart’s Bluegrass Cruise 2026 / Cape Canaveral, Fla.FEB 01 – Calvert Elks Lodge #2620 / Prince Frederick, Md.MAR 12 – Columbia State Community College / Columbia, Tenn.
For additional concert information and The Kody Norris Show’s full schedule, visit HERE.
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About The Kody Norris Show:The Kody Norris Show continues bringing bluegrass music to both core fans of the genre and new audiences. They are a youthful voice in bluegrass music, and insiders have awarded them multiple IBMA & SPBGMA Nominations and wins, including Music Video of the Year, Entertainer of the Year, Instrumental Group of the Year, Guitar Performer of the Year for Kody Norris, and Fiddler of the Year for Mary Rachel Nalley-Norris. The Kody Norris Show’s album ‘All Suited Up’ (2021) charted at #7, and ‘Rhinestone Revival’ (2023) at #8 on the Billboard charts. Their trademarked high-energy style delivers an unrivaled live show experience. The band has played the Ryman Auditorium, Grand Ole Opry, SiriusXM, and other stages worldwide. Rife with rhinestones, loaded with laughs, and a heaping helping of high-powered traditional music, The Kody Norris Show is truly one of a kind. Their latest album ‘Highfalutin Hillbilly’ is out NOW! For more information, visit thekodynorrisshow.com.