NASHVILLE, TN (January 16, 2026) – Acclaimed bluegrass hitmakers Carson Peters & Iron Mountain are set to release their latest single, a fresh, high-energy, “grassified” take on a beloved Jim Croce classic, “Walkin’ Back to Georgia,” January 16 to digital service providers and radio. The track marks the second single from the band’s upcoming album Hold On Heart, due March 27. 

Known for their fearless arrangements and virtuosic musicianship, the youthful Carson Peters & Iron Mountain bring new life to Croce’s timeless songwriting with blazing instrumentals, rich harmonies, and the kind of storytelling that bridges generations of music lovers.

“We are so excited to release this ‘grassified’ Jim Croce tune. Croce is one of the best singer/songwriters of all time, and all of us in the band love his stuff,” says Carson Peters. “We have talked about cutting this song for a long time and we’re looking forward to putting it in our upcoming performances this year. We hope our fans love it as much as we do!”

The single follows the success of the band’s first release, titled “Used to Be,” from the upcoming album and continues their reputation for blending bluegrass authenticity with mainstream-ready energy — making Carson Peters & Iron Mountain favorites on festival stages, radio playlists, and streaming platforms alike.

The song will be available on all DSPs and radio outlets beginning January 16. The full album, Hold On Heart, produced by Peters and Jerry Salley, will follow on March 27.

"Walkin' Back to Georgia"

Jim Croce. © Croce Publishing/Time In A Bottle Publishing/ASCAP. All rights Reserved. Used by permission. 

Producers: Carson Peters & Jerry Salley

Lead Vocal, Fiddle and Mandolin: Carson Peters

Guitar: Ethan Ratliff

Bass: Taylor Parks

Banjo: James McDowell

Harmony Vocal: Carson Peters and Jerry Salley

ABOUT CARSON PETERS & IRON MOUNTAIN:

Carson Peters & Iron Mountain are one of today’s most electrifying young bluegrass bands, known for jaw-dropping musicianship, dynamic live shows, and an adventurous approach to classic and contemporary material. Fronted by prodigy fiddler and vocalist Carson Peters, the group has built a devoted fanbase through national television appearances, major festival performances, and a growing catalog of acclaimed releases. Their music honors bluegrass tradition while pushing it boldly forward.

Website: https://www.carsonandironmt.com/

Socials: https://www.facebook.com/carsonandironmt

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, 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.