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

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.