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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
Youtube Video link:
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.
Online at https://carolineowensofficial.com
