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NASHVILLE, TN (April 24, 2026) – Acclaimed bluegrass and country vocalist Caroline Owens releases her powerful new single, "Evangeline," to radio today via Billy Blue Records. Following the celebrated success of "Telluride," which reached #1 on the Bluegrass Today charts, "Evangeline" marks a bold and emotional new chapter for the rising artist.
Written by Owens and Lacy Green, "Evangeline" tells the story of a woman who survived an abusive relationship, along with the urgent, heartfelt message she has for the woman who came after her. The song trades the high-energy celebration of "Telluride" for something deeper, showing a more vulnerable, fearless side of Owens as a songwriter and storyteller.
"'Evangeline' carries a weight many women know all too well, and there's no hiding from that when you step into the song. This is for the ones who learned to hide the bruises, and for those still finding the courage to leave," shares Caroline.
Produced by Darin Aldridge, the track features an all-star lineup: Suzanne Cox on harmony vocals, Cody Kilby on guitar, Andy Leftwich on fiddle, Mike Bub on bass, Matt Menefee on banjo, Jeff Parton on dobro, and Aldridge himself on mandolin.
"Caroline continues to impress me with her songwriting. She and Darin have become a great team, and this song shows a different side of who she is as an artist," says Jerry Salley, Creative Director for Billy Blue Records.
Owens continues to build her place as one of bluegrass and country's most compelling rising voices. A three-time IBMA Momentum Vocalist of the Year nominee and two-time SPBGMA Female Vocalist of the Year nominee, she has put together an impressive string of chart success, including a #1 debut with "Heartbreak Train" and ten consecutive weeks at #1 with "You've Still Got It." Look for her Billy Blue Records debut album, Low Flying Planes, coming summer 2026.
Fans can stay up to date with Caroline's latest news and tour dates by following her on social media or visiting carolineowensofficial.com.
"Evangeline"
Caroline Owens and Lacy Green.
(c) 2026 Billy Blue Music/BMI, a div. of Daywind Music (admin. by Music Services, Inc.)/Child of the Wild Music/SESAC. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
Produced by: Ed Leonard and Darin Aldridge
A&R Direction: Jerry Salley
Cody Kilby / Guitar
Andy Leftwich / Fiddle
Mike Bub / Bass
Matt Menefee / Banjo
Darin Aldridge / Mandolin
Jeff Parton / Dobro
Suzanne Cox / Harmony Vocal
ABOUT CAROLINE OWENS
Caroline Owens, a 3X IBMA Momentum & SPBGMA-nominated Bluegrass Female Vocalist of the Year, is a recording artist and songwriter for Billy Blue Records and Billy Blue Music Publishing in Nashville, TN. She has performed alongside many of the music industry's most accomplished artists such as Alison Krauss, Ricky Skaggs, Rhonda Vincent, Suzanne Cox, The Isaacs, Larry Gatlin, Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, The Malpass Brothers, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, and many others.
In addition to her undeniable vocal talent, Caroline made her mark in the songwriting industry, when her debut single, “Heartbreak Train,” claimed the #1 Bluegrass song of 2023, on the Bluegrass Borderline Charts.
To add to this radio success, her song, “No More Blue Moons in Kentucky” (Featuring Darin & Brooke Aldridge), earned a coveted spot on Billboard Magazine’s list of “Eight Must-Hear New Country Songs”.
She is loved by fans all around the world, and is recognized easily in a crowd of singers, but not only for her talent. Her humility and down-home, southern charm ensures that Caroline Owens possesses all of the necessary qualities and skills to become a household name in the fast-moving bluegrass genre.
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, Bob Minner, Caroline Owens, Carson Peters & Iron Mountain, Chris Davis Band, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, Dave Adkins, Grascals, Jason Barie, Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, Kristy Cox, Marty Raybon, NewFound Road, the multi-artist projects Blue Collar Gospel, 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.
NASHVILLE, TN – Acclaimed bluegrass and country vocalist Caroline Owens releases her new single, “Telluride,” to radio today. The exciting, fresh track delivers a heartfelt dose of finding freedom and the joyful celebration of renewal.
Written by Bill Whyte and Andrea Pearson, “Telluride” captures the feeling of breaking free from heartache, set against a backdrop of high energy instrumentation and vivid lyrical imagery. Owens’s performance brings the story to life with her signature vocal power and emotional depth.
“Buckle up! We’re goin’ on a wild ride to ‘Telluride’. Set to the soundtrack of blazing banjos and fiery fiddling, this tune is the sound of a weary heart finally letting go. Many thanks to writers, Bill Whyte and Andrea Pearson, for painting this picture-perfect mountain scene. Turn up the radio dial, and roll down the windows— We’re ‘hitchin’ a ride to Telluride’, y’all!” shares Caroline.
Owens continues to build momentum as one of bluegrass and country’s rising voices. She’s a three-time IBMA Momentum Vocalist of the Year nominee and a two-time SPBGMA Female Vocalist of the Year nominee. Her debut single, “Heartbreak Train,” reached #1 on the Bluegrass Charts and her latest release, “You’ve Still Got It” spent 10 straight weeks at #1. With each release, Owens further solidifies her place as a powerful new voice in the Bluegrass music scene.
Fans can stay up to date with Caroline's latest news and tour dates by following her on social media or visiting https://carolineowensofficial.com.
"Telluride"
Bill Whyte and Andrea Pearson
Copyright © 2024 Andrea Pearson Music (SOCAN). BillyBlue Publishing, a div. of Daywind Music/Radiowriter Music (ASCAP). All rights reserved.
Produced by: Jerry Salley and Darin Aldridge
Guitar: Cody Kilby
Bass & Dobro: Jeff Partin
Mandolin: Darin Aldridge
Fiddle: Tammy King
Banjo: Matt Menefee
Harmony Vocals: Jerry Salley
ABOUT CAROLINE OWENS
Caroline Owens, a 3X IBMA Momentum & SPBGMA-nominated Bluegrass Female Vocalist of the Year, is a recording artist and songwriter for Billy Blue Records and Billy Blue Music Publishing in Nashville, TN. She has performed alongside many of the music industry's most accomplished artists such as Alison Krauss, Ricky Skaggs, Rhonda Vincent, Suzanne Cox, The Isaacs, Larry Gatlin, Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, The Malpass Brothers, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, and many others.
In addition to her undeniable vocal talent, Caroline made her mark in the songwriting industry, when her debut single, “Heartbreak Train,” claimed the #1 Bluegrass song of 2023, on the Bluegrass Borderline Charts.
To add to this radio success, her song, “No More Blue Moons in Kentucky” (Featuring Darin & Brooke Aldridge), earned a coveted spot on Billboard Magazine’s list of “Eight Must-Hear New Country Songs”.
She is loved by fans all around the world, and is recognized easily in a crowd of singers, but not only for her talent. Her humility and down-home, southern charm ensures that Caroline Owens possesses all of the necessary qualities and skills to become a household name in the fast-moving bluegrass genre.
NASHVILLE, TN (March 7, 2025) – Caroline Owens, one of bluegrass music’s fastest-rising stars, makes her debut with Billy Blue Records, releasing the breakout single, “You’ve Still Got It.” With multiple accolades and nominations already under her belt, Owens has quickly made a name for herself as one of the genre’s most promising young talents and plans to release a full album (produced by Jerry Salley and Darin Aldridge) later this year.
With an accompanying music video set for release in April, “You’ve Still Got It” builds on the success of her single “Build Me an Ark,” which climbed to #1 on the Bluegrass Today charts, along with “The Healing Kind,” which also topped the Top 20 chart on BanjoRadio.
“When I first heard this single— penned by Jerry Salley and John Pennell— I just knew that I had to have this song,” stated Caroline Owens. “I remember Jerry playing it for me, and about halfway through, I said, ‘We’ve found the one. This is the first single. I don’t even need to hear the rest of the song to know that.’”
She continued, “with a fantastic team behind me, and the unwavering support of the Bluegrass community, I feel this is the turning of the page to an exciting new chapter in my career.”
Jerry Salley, A&R/Creative Director of Billy Blue Records added, “It’s as if John and I wrote this song specifically for Caroline! She delivers it with such raw emotion that I believe every word. Her passion and authenticity shine through, and we couldn’t be more excited about her music and what’s ahead for her future.”
Fans can stream “You’ve Still Got It” now on all digital platforms and stay up to date with her latest news and tour dates by following her on social media or visiting Online at https://carolineowensofficial.com
ABOUT CAROLINE OWENS
Caroline Owens, a 3X IBMA Momentum & SPBGMA-nominated Bluegrass Female Vocalist of the Year, is a recording artist and songwriter for Billy Blue Records and Billy Blue Music Publishing in Nashville, TN. She has performed alongside many of the music industry's most accomplished artists such as Alison Krauss, Ricky Skaggs, Rhonda Vincent, Suzanne Cox, The Isaacs, Larry Gatlin, Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, The Malpass Brothers, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, and many others.
In addition to her undeniable vocal talent, Caroline made her mark in the songwriting industry, when her debut single, “Heartbreak Train,” claimed the #1 Bluegrass song of 2023, on the Bluegrass Borderline Charts.
To add to this radio success, her song, “No More Blue Moons in Kentucky” (Featuring Darin & Brooke Aldridge), earned a coveted spot on Billboard Magazine’s list of “Eight Must-Hear New Country Songs”.
She is loved by fans all around the world, and is recognized easily in a crowd of singers, but not only for her talent. Her humility and down-home, southern charm ensures that Caroline Owens possesses all of the necessary qualities and skills to become a household name in the fast-moving bluegrass genre.
"You've Still Got It"
Jerry Salley and John Pennell
Solargrass Music (BMI)/Country Gentleman Music (SESAC)
Produced by: Jerry Salley and Darin Aldridge
Guitar: Cody Kilby
Bass & Dobro: Jeff Partin
Mandolin: Darin Aldridge
Fiddle: Tammy King
Banjo: Matt Menefee
Harmony Vocals: Jerry Salley and Darin Aldridge
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Caroline Owens, continues to build her place as one of bluegrass and country's most compelling rising voices. A three-time IBMA Momentum Vocalist of the Year nominee and two-time SPBGMA Female Vocalist of the Year nominee, she has put together an impressive string of chart success, including a #1 debut with "Heartbreak Train" and ten consecutive weeks at #1 with "You've Still Got It." Look for her Billy Blue Records debut album, Low Flying Planes, coming summer 2026.
In addition to her undeniable vocal talent, Caroline made her mark in the songwriting industry, when her debut single, “Heartbreak Train,” claimed the #1 Bluegrass song of 2023, on the Bluegrass Borderline Charts.
To add to this radio success, her song, “No More Blue Moons in Kentucky” (Featuring Darin & Brooke Aldridge), earned a coveted spot on Billboard Magazine’s list of “Eight Must-Hear New Country Songs”.
She is loved by fans all around the world, and is recognized easily in a crowd of singers, but not only for her talent. Her humility and down-home, southern charm ensures that Caroline Owens possesses all of the necessary qualities and skills to become a household name in the fast-moving bluegrass genre.
continues to build her place as one of bluegrass and country's most compelling rising voices. A three-time IBMA Momentum Vocalist of the Year nominee and two-time SPBGMA Female Vocalist of the Year nominee, she has put together an impressive string of chart success, including a #1 debut with "Heartbreak Train" and ten consecutive weeks at #1 with "You've Still Got It." Look for her Billy Blue Records debut album, Low Flying Planes, coming summer 2026.
Fans can stay up to date with Caroline's latest news and tour dates by following her on social media or visiting carolineowensofficial.com.
