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NASHVILLE, Tn. (August 16, 2024) – Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers along with Billy Blue Records are pleased to announce the release of a new gospel song from the award-winning band. "One Breath Away," written by Bluegrass Hall of Fame member Paul Williams, is now available to radio programmers and on streaming services.
For nearly twenty years, Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers have consistently included gospel music in their recordings, a decision that has endeared them to fans and radio programmers alike. Their gospel tracks are among the most beloved by their audience, showcasing the band's commitment to preserving the rich, spiritual heritage of the genre. Citing two Gospel Recorded Performance awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association ("All Dressed Up" and "Sacred Memories"), a Gospel performance video with over three million views ("I Want To Know More About My Lord"), and a viral TikTok soundtrack ("Don't You Want To Go Home"), it's evident the band knows what resonates most with the hearts of their listeners.
"One Breath Away" is their latest release, penned by Bluegrass Hall of Fame member Paul Williams, and continues their tradition of delivering only the finest in Gospel music. "The Radio Ramblers were so fortunate to perform at the Bluegrass Hall of Fame in Owensboro, Kentucky, over Labor Day weekend in 2023," explains Mullins. "We hosted the first-ever Hall of Fame homecoming weekend and our guests were Del McCoury and Paul Williams. We were backstage preparing for a sound check with Paul, and he said 'I’ve written a new song for The Radio Ramblers.' He sang us 'One Breath Away' and we loved it! Of course we love Paul, just as everyone else in the bluegrass community does. He's such a special friend, blessing us with great music for over 70 years! Our arrangement features our quartet, guitar and mandolin. A few lines are even a quintet, with all five of us contributing to a great new song from one of our biggest influences."
DAYWIND MUSIC GROUP ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE DEVASTATING LOSS OF THE BELOVED MEMBERS OF THE NELON FAMILY AND FRIENDS IN FRIDAY’S PLANE CRASH
ALL SEVEN ABOARD THE PLANE PERISHED
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 27, 2024) One of America’s most cherished Gospel music families, The Nelons, was involved in a tragic plane crash on Friday afternoon. The family was en route to join the Gaither Homecoming Cruise to Alaska when the accident occurred. The crash claimed the lives of Jason and Kelly Nelon Clark, their daughter Amber and son-in-law Nathan Kistler, their assistant Melodi Hodges, and the pilot Larry Haynie and his wife Melissa. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is currently investigating the accident. Daywind Music Group’s Ed Leonard states, “The Daywind Music Group family is devastated by the news of the passing of several members of the Nelons in a plane crash on Friday. We pray that God’s peace and love cover the surviving member, Autumn Nelon Streetman, and her husband, Jamie, along with the Clark, Hodges, Kistler, and Haynie families, following the loss of Kelly Nelon Clark, Jason Clark, Amber Nelon Kistler, Nathan Kistler, and their close friends Melodi Hodges, Larry Haynie, and Melissa Haynie, who traveled with them on the flight. In this time of unimaginable grief for these families, we know that our beloved artist and their friends are in the arms of Jesus Christ whom the Nelons spent their entire careers singing about as they spread His Gospel around the world. We stand on His promises today as we grieve the loss of our precious Daywind family members.”
Autumn Nelon Streetman, the youngest member of the Nelons and daughter of Kelly Nelon Clark and Jason Clark, and Autumn’s husband, Jamie Streetman, were not on the plane and arrived safely in Seattle. They were notified of the accident and brought to the hotel where fellow artists, including Bill and Gloria Gaither, gathered to support them. The community joined together to pray, sing, and offer their heartfelt condolences, pledging unwavering support during this difficult time.
Autumn and Jamie will return home to be with Kelly’s brother, Todd Nelon, and his wife, Rhonda, as they begin to navigate the challenging days ahead. The Nelon family, along with the Kistler, Haynie, and Hodges families, need your thoughts and prayers.
A Statement from Autumn Nelon Streetman:
“As many of you have heard by now, my father and mother, Jason and Kelly Nelon Clark, along with my sister, Amber, and brother-in-law, Nathan, as well as our dear friends Melodi Hodges, Larry, and Melissa Haynie, were involved in a tragic plane crash on Friday. Thank you for the prayers that have been extended already to me, my husband, Jamie, and our soon-to-be-born baby boy, as well as Jason’s parents, Dan and Linda Clark. We appreciate your continued prayers, love, and support as we navigate the coming days.”
The GMA Hall of Fame group was set to release what is said to be their most important body of work on August 30th.
Michael Mize: A Nashville Christian Country Artist
Michael Mize is a notable figure in the Nashville Christian Country music scene. Hailing from Somerset, Kentucky, Mize is often compared to Michael McDonald for his rich, smooth voice and distinct look. He has made a significant impact with his heartfelt and spiritually uplifting music.
Mize has released several singles, including "I See You There," which showcases his ability to blend traditional country sounds with Christian themes. His music often resonates deeply with listeners, reflecting his southern roots and gentlemanly demeanor (Apple Music - Web Player) (RadioMusicDJ).
Mize's work is well-received within the Nashville Christian Country music community, which is known for its collaborative and supportive environment. Mike has been an active part of that family.
Recently, RadioMusicDJ received a heartbreaking message from Michael's record label: "It’s with such a broken heart, I want to let you know Mike Mize was just admitted to Hospice in the hospital. His wife Juanita says he doesn’t seem to be in pain, but is no longer responsive."
For more about Michael Mize and to listen to his music, you can visit platforms like Apple Music and RadioMusicDJ.
NASHVILLE, TN – June 28, 2024 – Billy Blue Records is thrilled to announce the release of Dave Adkins' latest single, “She Put The Go In Gone.” This energetic track, paired with the Kentucky native’s powerful voice, leaves listeners grinning as he tells the tale of a woman who is more than finished with a worn-out relationship. Co-written by Adkins’ producer, Jerry Salley, and acclaimed country songwriter, Brent Baxter, the song brings a playful twist to the relatable, yet not-so-happy theme of “leaving.”
This new release builds on the success of Dave’s earlier hit, “What I’m For,” which dominated the Bluegrass Unlimited Singles Chart, maintaining a top 5 spot for several months. Both singles are featured on Dave’s January album release, also titled What I’m For.
"‘She Put The Go In Gone’ was the very first song I chose for my new project, and I hope everyone loves it as much as I do. I am grateful to have the chance to record such a well-written, hard-driving 'leaving' song," says Dave Adkins.
Jerry Salley, Billy Blue’s Creative Director, shares his enthusiasm: “Dave Adkins sings this song like it was written for him! As a writer and producer, I feel like his voice perfectly captures the storyline of this high-energy, ‘I’m-out-of-here-and-ain’t-comin’-back,’ scenario. The smoking track complements Dave’s big vocals for sure!”
Chorus:
She put the “go” in gone
The “so” in so long
The wind blowing through her pretty blonde hair
Saw the “good” in goodbye
And didn’t even cry
When she put the “done” in his last done-her-wrong
She put the “go” in gone
Climb in the passenger seat as Dave Adkins narrates the story of a woman driving away, seeking new beginnings as she “puts more past behind her with every mile she puts on her old Ford.”
She Put the Go In Gone
Brent Baxter, Jerry Salley.
Arkansas Manganese Music Publishing (BMI)/Very Jerry Music (SESAC). All rights reserved. Used by permission
Producer: Jerry Salley
Harmony vocals: Jerry Salley and Magnolia Williams
Banjo: Aaron McDaris
Resonator Guitar and Mandolin: Justin Moses
Bass: Jeff Partin
Fiddle and Guitar: Jason Roller
https://youtu.be/d6vW3iKoWoY?si=F52GvWv-7MolMpK5
ABOUT DAVE ADKINS
There is no mistaking the raw and powerful vocals by singer, songwriter, and guitarist Dave Adkins. His significant chart success and his stellar live performances have made him one of the most talked-about male vocalists in acoustic music. In 2010, he formed the group, Dave Adkins & Republik Steele. Adkins' soulful vocals earned him a 2013 SPBGMA nomination as Contemporary Male Vocalist of the Year followed by multiple top charting songs. In 2014, Adkins released his first solo album Nothing To Lose. The album had numerous #1 song on bluegrass music charts, including Bluegrass Today and the Roots Music Report. Adkins is featured twice on the Grammy® nominated Gonna Sing Gonna Shout album and was recently nominated for SPBGMA Male Vocalist of the Year award in 2022.
ABOUT BILLY BLUE RECORDS
Billy Blue Records is a boutique bluegrass label, home to an award-winning roster of artists, including Adam McIntosh, Alan Bibey and Grasstowne, Appalachian Road Show, Authentic Unlimited, Barry Abernathy, Bob Minner, Carson Peters and Iron Mountain, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, Dave Adkins, Donna Ulisse, Jason Barie, Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers, Kristy Cox, Marty Raybon, The Tennessee Bluegrass Band, and critically-acclaimed concept recordings like the Grammy-nominated Gonna Sing Gonna Shout and 2021’s star-studded Country Faith Bluegrass. Founded in 2018 by Jerry Salley, Ed Leonard, and Dottie Leonard Miller, Billy Blue is distributed to retail by the Orchard (Sony) and New Day Distribution
REMAKE OF CHRIS HILLMAN/BILL WILDES-PENNED DESERT ROSE BAND CLASSIC AND FEATURES LEGENDARY VIRTUOSO GUITARIST JOHN JORGENSON
NASHVILLE, TENN. (February 9, 2024) -- Acclaimed musical duo Darin and Brooke Aldridge are set to captivate audiences once again with their soulful rendition of Chris Hillman's (Desert Rose Band) classic, "Price I Pay” (aka "The Price I Pay"). Known for their exceptional vocal harmonies and instrumental expertise, the husband-and-wife duo bring a fresh and distinctive perspective to the song, which features the inimitable John Jorgenson (Desert Rose Band, Earl Scruggs, Bonnie Raitt, Elton John, Luciano Pavarotti, Bob Dylan, and many others) on guitar.
Chris Hillman shares his excitement about the rendition, “I absolutely love Darin and Brooke Aldridge’s wonderful version of my song ‘Price I Pay’. I am truly honored, as I know my co-writer, the late Bill Wildes would be, too. Excellent production by my pal, Mark Fain. This is a great record…..smokin’ red hot!”
John Jorgenson adds, “’Price I Pay’ holds a special spot in my musician’s heart, as it was used as a “barn-burning set-closer” for nearly every Desert Rose Band (DRB) concert from 1986-1991. It started with a short, mood-setting electric guitar intro that morphed over the years into a full-fledged feature. When Darin and Brooke invited me to recreate that part for their new acoustic version of the song, I immediately and emphatically said, “yes!”. Two challenges faced me then-first, to create a similar feeling guitar part including some of the original licks, but using an acoustic guitar without the delay effect I’d used on the DRB version, and, secondly, to complete the recording in a timely manner when I was going to be in Australia! Thankfully both things worked out, and I was able to record my guitar and the harmony vocals in my hotel room in Brisbane. What a treat it is to sing a third vocal part along with the special blend that Darin and Brooke are known for and to be part of such a successful re-imagining of Chris Hillman’s DRB classic. Special thanks to Mark Fain for his mixing skills. Nobody would ever know by listening that we were recording on separate continents!”
As the duo reimagined “Price I Pay,” Brooke and Darin infused the track with their signature style, creating a rendition that unmistakably stands out within the music landscape.
Darin and Brooke added, “We have loved ‘Price I Pay’ since we heard The Desert Rose Band’s cut from the late ‘80s. The lyrics really hit home, taking us back to our dating days. We were willing to pay the price for love and wanting to be with each other, even if sometimes it meant being away from each other for longer than we would’ve liked. These days, being married and sharing the same musical career, we no longer have to worry about that! What an honor to work on this song with the legendary John Jorgenson. Get your replay button ready. We hope ‘Price I Pay’ will be stuck in your head for a long time!”
Album credits:
Executive Producer: Dottie Leonard Miller
Producer: Mark Fain and Darin Aldridge
Christopher Hillman and Bill Parker Wildes :
Bar None Music, Inc. BMI
Brooke Aldridge - Vocal
Darin Aldridge - Vocal / Mandolin
John Jorgenson - Vocal /Lead Guitar
Mark Fain - Acoustic Bass
Cody Kilby - Rhythm Guitar
Matt Menefee - Banjo
Samantha Snyder - Fiddle
Lynn Williams - Percussion
ABOUT DARIN & BROOKE ALDRIDGE
Darin and Brooke Aldridge continue to ascend to new heights in the music industry while keeping their easy-going, down-to-earth connection with audiences everywhere. Brooke is a four-time winner of the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) award for Female Vocalist of the Year, while Darin, once a former member of The Country Gentlemen,is a former IBMA Mentor of the Year and a truly gifted singer and multi-instrumentalist. They have had numerous nominations over the years from the IBMA, the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America (SPBGMA), the Gospel Music Association (GMA Dove Awards) and the Inspirational Country Music Association. In April 2023, they were named “Bluegrass Artists of the Year” at the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards. Also in 2023, the IBMA nominated the smash hit “Jordan,” featuring Ricky Skaggs, Mo Pitney and Mark Fain, in the Gospel Recording of the Year category while the GMA nominated the song for its Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year award.
The North Carolina natives have enjoyed top spots on the Billboard, SiriusXM, Bluegrass Today, Bluegrass Unlimited, Americana/Roots, and Gospel charts. Their music videos have been featured on Country Music Television (CMT), CMT Edge, Great American Country (GAC), Bluegrass Ridge TV, and The Bluegrass Situation. Their television appearances include PBS’ Mountain Stage, Songs of the Mountain and Music City Roots; RFD-TV’s Larry’s Country Diner, Country’s Family Reunion and The Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour; Great American Gospel; The Bluegrass Road and Blue Highways TV. They have graced the stage of the Grand Ole Opry more than 50 times.
A career highlight from the 2021 release This Life We’re Livin’ was “He’s Getting Me Ready,” a gospel rouser featuring Country Music Hall of Fame members The Oak Ridge Boys. It spent an incredible record-setting five months atop The Singing News gospel chart.
ABOUT BILLY BLUE RECORDS
Billy Blue Records is a boutique bluegrass label, home to an award-winning roster of artists, including Adam McIntosh, Alan Bibey and Grasstowne, Appalachian Road Show, Barry Abernathy, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Donna Ulisse, Jason Barie, Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers, Kristy Cox, Marty Raybon, Tennessee Bluegrass Band, Country Faith Bluegrass, and the Grammy-nominated recording Gonna Sing Gonna Shout. Founded in 2018 by Jerry Salley, Ed Leonard, and Dottie Leonard Miller, Billy Blue is distributed to retail by the Orchard (Sony) and New Day Distribution.
DAVE ADKINS & BILLY BLUE RECORDS RELEASE DEBUT SINGLE, "BAD MOON RISING"
By Charles Brady, 2023-08-11
Dave Adkins, the celebrated singer, songwriter, and guitarist, has carved an enduring career in the Bluegrass, Country, and Gospel music industries. And now, as the newest artist to join the Billy Blue Records family, he’s releasing his debut single with an old, familiar song performed in an exciting, barn-burning, brand-new way: “Bad Moon Rising.”
Taking a cue from Credence Clearwater Revival, Adkins tackled the old Rock and Roll hit by recording it at an incredible speed. 180 bpm, to be exact.
In his own words, “We took one of my favorite songs from one of my favorite old bands and got the idea from Curly Ray Cline's son, Timmy Cline. Timmy’s band recorded the song 30 years ago. We recorded it at 180 bpm and put the 'drive' in it. The musicians put everything they had into the track and blistered it! I could not be happier with the way it turned out. It’s a dream come true to have Jerry Salley and Billy Blue in my corner! Hope you all enjoy my favorite cut to date!"
In August 2023, Adkins embarked on an exciting new chapter by signing with Billy Blue Records, after becoming a prominent figure in the music industry. His remarkable, powerhouse vocal talents, paired with his exceptional songwriting abilities, have garnered him a slew of awards, nominations, and chart-topping hits.
Honing his craft on the stages of Dollywood as a teenager, Adkins’ talents were soon recognized with the prestigious title of Kentucky Colonel, an accolade recognizing exceptional contributions and service.
While his journey took diverse paths, including solo country shows and rock band performances, Adkins found his way back to his roots in 2010 with the formation of Dave Adkins & Republik Steele. Since then, there have been several reincarnations of his bluegrass bands, and these days he’s affectionately known simply as “Big” Dave Adkins.
In 2022, he was given a SPBGMA Male Vocalist of the Year nomination, a testament to his enduring impact on the genre.
His music continues to inspire, gaining him countless fans with his unwavering passion and extraordinary talent. Stay tuned for more of the musical brilliance of Dave Adkins.
Song credits:
Jerry Salley - Producer/Harmony vocals
Aaron McDaris - Banjo
Justin Moses - mandolin
Jeff Partin - bass
Jason Roller - fiddle and guitar
Bad Moon Rising
John C. Fogerty
Concord Music Publishing, LLC / BMI
ABOUT BILLY BLUE RECORDS
Billy Blue Records is a boutique bluegrass label, home to an award-winning roster of artists, including Alan Bibey and Grasstowne, Appalachian Road Show, Barry Abernathy, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Donna Ulisse, Jason Barie, Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers, Kristy Cox, Marty Raybon, Tennessee Bluegrass Band, Country Faith Bluegrass, and the Grammy-nominated recording Gonna Sing Gonna Shout. Founded in 2018 by Jerry Salley, Ed Leonard, and Dottie Leonard Miller, Billy Blue is distributed to retail by the Orchard (Sony) and New Day Distribution.
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