NASHVILLE, TN — Billy Blue Records proudly announces the release of “Lord, I’m Thankful,” the new Gospel single from Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, in time for the Thanksgiving season. Featured on their all-gospel album Thankful and Blessed, released earlier this year, the song—written by Larry Cordle and Larry Shell—serves as both a prayer of gratitude and a fitting reflection on the band’s 20-year journey. Delivered with Joe Mullins’ signature sincerity and conviction, “Lord, I’m Thankful” continues the album’s celebration of faith while marking a meaningful close to the band’s remarkable career.

“This song is a prayer of thanksgiving from start to finish. It is sung unto the Lord,” shares Mullins. “My friend Larry Cordle helped write a psalm, and delivering the lyrics vocally was very personal for me. I’m certainly thankful for my family, friends, and the prayers of people I’ve never even been acquainted with. But the point of the song is I’m most thankful for the God of all creation, who so loved the world that He gave His only Son as a sacrifice for my sin and yours. And by believing that God, in the person of Jesus Christ, took my place, I’ve secured eternal life.”

The release coincides with a milestone moment for Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers. Earlier this year, Mullins announced that he will retire from full-time touring just after the new year, bringing an inspiring 20-year chapter of The Radio Ramblers to a close.

“All of us at Billy Blue Records are most certainly ‘thankful and blessed’ to have worked with Joe and The Radio Ramblers, and to have represented their recognizable brand of music over the last several years,” shares Jerry Salley, Creative and A&R Director for Billy Blue Records. “As Joe enters a new chapter in his life, we wish him all the very best. Our entire team is forever grateful for the opportunity to collaborate together.”

The band will celebrate the conclusion of their two-decade tenure with several significant performances, including hosting the Industrial Strength Bluegrass Festival November 13–15 in Wilmington, Ohio, and two special “Final Fling” concerts in Nashville — at the Grand Ole Opry on January 2 and the Station Inn on January 3.

“I thank the Lord for the opportunities He has provided to have the music of The Radio Ramblers presented on stages and recordings for 20 years,” Mullins shares. “As I wrap up two decades of touring and leading a band, I’m blessed remembering the thousands of people who have contributed to the success of JMRR. Friends and fans delivered encouragement and invested their time and resources to support our music. Songwriters, sound and studio engineers, bus drivers and mechanics, broadcasters and concert presenters, journalists and publicists, booking agents and talent buyers, luthiers and instrument companies, sponsors, and photographers — God has given them all gifts and talents, and they have generously helped our music thrive.

"Billy Blue Records and Rebel Records invested in our music and, with grace and professionalism, provided us the opportunity to create recordings that hopefully inspire listeners for generations. The Grand Ole Opry allowed us to enjoy the most extraordinary stage in our industry. Kimberly Williams and Laura Mainer didn’t just work hard to benefit the band; they cared about us and our families. My wife Tammy, my son Daniel, and daughter Sarah helped in every way imaginable. Middle Urbana Missionary Baptist Church in Springfield, OH, kept me grounded. Each player in The Radio Ramblers and their families — Adam, Mike, Tim, Evan, Duane, Randy, Jason, Jeff, Chris, and Zach — created music that mattered and inspired me to persevere.

"Yes, Lord, I’m thankful.”
Fans can stream or download “Lord, I’m Thankful,” as well as the full album, Thankful and Blessed, on all major platforms. For more information on the band, visit www.radioramblers.com

Remaining JMRR Tour Dates

Nov 13 || Wilmington, OH || Industrial Strength Bluegrass

Nov 14 || Wilmington, OH || Industrial Strength Bluegrass

Nov 15 || Wilmington, OH || Industrial Strength Bluegrass

Dec 12 || Fairview, OH || Pennyroyal Opera House

Dec 13 || York, PA || Seven Mountains Bluegrass Series

Dec 14 || Xenia, OH || A Bluegrass Christmas with JMRR

Jan 2 || Nashville, TN || Grand Ole Opry at The Ryman

Jan 3 || Nashville, TN || The Station Inn

Jan 9 || Marysville, OH || Marysville Winter Bluegrass Series

Jan 10 || Clay City, KY || Meadowgreen Appalachian Music Park