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

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Australia’s Award-Winning Americana/Bluegrassers THE STETSON FAMILY Announce New CD

Australia’s Award-Winning Americana/Bluegrassers  THE STETSON FAMILY Announce New CD,  THE STARS, IF YOU LOOK CLOSELY, Coming April 19 Australia’s award-winning Americana/Bluegrass band, The Stetson Family, announces the release of their fourth album, coming on April 19. THE STARS, IF YOU LOOK CLOSELY features 11 intriguing original songs, with a mixture of up-tempos and ballads along with the instrumental, “Nightfall.” Ern Rose, the legendary producer and engineer behind many iconic projects (The Little River … Continue reading Australia’s Award-Winning Americana/Bluegrassers THE STETSON FAMILY Announce New CD

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SOLD OUT: Alex Miller WOW’s Kentucky State Fair

EXCLUSIVE PHOTO GALLERY & REVIEW Alex Miller returned to perform at the Kentucky State Fair opening for Niko Moon Saturday night this year. Alex, who can credit his big break to his appearance on season 19 of American Idol; ever since, Alex has been wide open with touring, music videos, and a full-length debut album titled “Miller Time.” Kicking off his show, Alex performed his … Continue reading SOLD OUT: Alex Miller WOW’s Kentucky State Fair

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Alex Miller gets nod from Luke Bryan on his Rise Before Sunrise series

Luke Bryan’s “Rise Before Sunrise” series on Fendt TV gave a nod to Alex Miller today. Episode #14 is called American Idol Memories. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIqXFSKsdgA American Idol alumni Alex Miller still lives (and works when not touring) on his grandfather G.B.’s farm in Lancaster, KY. Here is the TWEET:https://twitter.com/fendt_na/status/1425441967580848137?s=10 About  Rise Before Sunrise—a content series where Luke is waking up with farmers to keep them company as he reconnects … Continue reading Alex Miller gets nod from Luke Bryan on his Rise Before Sunrise series

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Alex Miller to perform this weekend in Waynesville, Ohio!

Since his appearance on American Idol, Alex Miller has been blowing up with his fan base growing daily all across the world. Alex’s Bluegrass and Traditional country manor resonates with folks everywhere. From his audition performing his own song “I’m Over You So Get Over Me” to his rendition of Merl Haggard’s iconic “Silver Wings”. This Saturday Alex will be performing at a benefit concert … Continue reading Alex Miller to perform this weekend in Waynesville, Ohio!

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New Music: Veteran Entertainer Margie Singleton Returns To Airwaves With New Single & EP, “Never Mind”

Making music is nearly all Margie Singleton has ever known. She began playing guitar, writing songs and singing as a Louisiana teenager, and became a regular on the famed Louisiana Hayride broadcasts in 1957. Now, the veteran entertainer and proven hit songwriter returns to the airwaves with a new single, “Never Mind.” The release enjoyed a global premiere yesterday on Americana Highways; it is the title track for … Continue reading New Music: Veteran Entertainer Margie Singleton Returns To Airwaves With New Single & EP, “Never Mind”

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Daryl Mosley “THE SECRET OF LIFE” CD Review

For more than three decades, singer-songwriter Daryl Mosley has applied his warm-as-country-sunshine voice and thoughtful lyrics to a wealth of memorable material. Throughout the 1990s, he toured as lead vocalist with much-celebrated bluegrass group The New Tradition then joined the legendary Osborne Brothers in 2001. In 2010, Mosley formed The Farm Hands, which quickly became one of the most awarded bands in bluegrass. Now, with … Continue reading Daryl Mosley “THE SECRET OF LIFE” CD Review

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Jaelee Roberts Releases New Single, “One’s Real Life”

Bluegrass wunderkind Jaelee Roberts’ newest single, “One’s Real Life,” originated in a dream. Roberts recalls, “In this dream, Harley Allen and I were writing a song. When I woke up, I could vividly remember the melody and the hook … ‘one’s real life’ … and a few other lines. It was enough to get me thinking about the differences between what we see in people’s … Continue reading Jaelee Roberts Releases New Single, “One’s Real Life”

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SIDELINE Headlines Tour Dates For Remainder Of 2019

Trailblazing Bluegrassers, Sideline, are set to headline select dates at a variety of venues thr woughout the Fall. The group will wrap up a milestone year with a #1 single (“Crash Course In The Blues”) and 125 shows (that included tours of Canada and Ireland) under their belts. Additionally, Sideline is nominated for their first IBMA awards – for Song of the Year (“Thunder Dan”) … Continue reading SIDELINE Headlines Tour Dates For Remainder Of 2019

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“Home Is Where the Bar Is” new single by Will Thomas Reed review

Will Thomas Reed has released the country ballad “Home Is Where The Bar Is” tune late last week and it is worth the listen! “Home is Where the Bar is” is a song all about that special place we all have, your local watering hole where everyone knows you and the bartender has your choice beverage in a cold glass waiting for you when you … Continue reading “Home Is Where the Bar Is” new single by Will Thomas Reed review

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