BLUEGRASS RIDGE RADIO OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES, HOSTED BY NU-BLU

Episodes Hosted By Nu-Blu To Be Featured on Bluegrass Unlimited’s Official Website, Plus Newly Announced Partnerships With BluegrassCountry.org and TheBluegrassJamboree.com

  The wait is over, as the highly-anticipated Bluegrass Ridge Radio, hosted by Nu-Blu, officially launches today. The endeavor marks Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine’s first move into digital media, and fans can catch the debut episode right now streaming on the publication’s official website here. The bi-monthly radiocast will include exclusive in-depth interviews and content, as well as music from bluegrass music’s biggest artists.

The first episode of Bluegrass Ridge Radio features an interview with Grammy award-winning group The Earls of Leicester. Recorded at IBMA’s World of Bluegrass, listen in to a very rare interview with all 6 of the Earls. The Rounder Records artists explore topics like their own musical beginnings as well as how the group was formed, and insights into their own views of “what is bluegrass?”

“We’re so excited about this show,” says Nu-Blu’s Daniel Routh. “It’s been something that we have wanted to do for a long time. While on tour, we’ve gotten to know many of the amazing artists in bluegrass, having this opportunity to give others a glimpse into who they are and why they love this music is a perfect way to take our genre to an even larger audience.”

The radiocast is also affiliated with the nationally syndicated TV program “Bluegrass Ridge,” which is available in 60 million homes in North America. All new episodes broadcast the weeks of October 22, October 29, November 5 and November 12 will feature interviews with all six members of The Earls of Leicester. In addition to airing on Heartland TV, the 30-minute music video driven series also airs on The Family Channel, Keep It Country - UK and Country TV - New Zealand (check local listings). The show is produced by Nashville based CJM Productions.

Bluegrass Ridge Radio is also happy to announce there are even more ways for music enthusiasts to listen to the show. In addition streaming online, fans can also tune-in to BluegrassCountry.org and TheBluegrassJamboree.com where each will also share the first of its kind radiocast in their weekly broadcast schedule. Be sure to check back regularly as more episodes roll out featuring top acts like “Emerging Artist of the Year” winners ‘Po Ramblin Boys, 5-time “Female Vocalist of the Year” Dale Ann Bradley, and other top artists like Missy Raines, Chris Jones, Danny Roberts, Steve Dilling, and Junior Sisk, plus more big surprises.

DEWEY & LESLIE BROWN AND THE CAROLINA GENTLEMEN RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM "UNDER THE MOUNTAIN" - #BLUEGRASS

The wait is over, as Bluegrass band Dewey & Leslie Brown release their debut album, Under the Mountain. Joined by their world-class band, The Carolina Gentlemen, the sound is heavily influenced by Dewey’s 11-year tenure playing with the late Dr. Ralph Stanley & The Clinch Mountain Boys. The highly anticipated project includes 14 all-new recordings and is now available on iTunes, or by visiting deweyandlesliebrown.com.

"I'm very excited about bringing our new songs and music to bluegrass music lovers everywhere," said Dewey Brown. Leslie adds, "I am also very excited to see where this journey takes us, God definitely put this in our hearts and we are blessed to be able to share this album with you all, hope you enjoy it!"

The project is fueled by the lead single, “Those Old Mountains,” which showcases the band’s impeccable harmonies. The song was met with high critical acclaim, gaining attention in Bluegrass and Americana circles. The autobiographical song tells the story of powerhouse lead vocalist Leslie Brown’s upbringing in the Appalachian Mountains. Fans can stream the lead single on Spotify.

With songs hitting the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, much of the project was inspired by Leslie’s time growing up in the hills of Virginia, as an authentic coal miner’s daughter. Penning 12 of the 14 songs on Under the Mountain, much of the project was inspired by the singer/songwriter’s upbringing, combined with masterful fiddle and vocals from Dewey. One standout track “Little Canary,” tells the story about how miners would send in yellow canaries to test for methane gas. The thought-provoking track serves as the inspiration for the project title, with other songs containing similar themes. The Hazel Dickens written “Black Lung,” is another highlight on Under the Mountain, detailing a common disease associated with coal mining.

They are celebrating the release by performing a show this Saturday, March 17, in Liberty, N.C. at The Liberty Showcase Theater. During the event, fans can expect to hear all-new music played live for the first time, along with other bluegrass standards. "It is a pleasure to debut our album at The Liberty Showcase in Liberty, North Carolina" says Leslie. Tickets start a just $10, and are available at thelibertyshowcase.com.

Under the Mountain Track Listing:

1. No Mountain Girl
2. Write A Letter
3. Dry Fork Holler
4. Those Old Mountains
5. Sawed Off .22
6. Ultimate Sacrifice
7. Little Canary
8. Pretty Polly
9. White River Junction
10. Darlin’ Man of Mine
11. Black Lung
12. Bury Me On The Mountain
13. Rock In A River
14. Pickin’ Grinnin’