Rodney Crowell News

Enjoy an evening of the music of The Eagles when Best of the Eagles takes the stage of Mayo Performing Arts Center on Thursday, July 14 at 8 pm.

From Blackfoot River to a wild weekend at Elko, Nevada’s “National Cowboy Poet Gathering,” every stitch of Shaw’s He Rode On rings true to his life—from living off the land to falling for a bronc riding cowgirl to cheating death. Today, Shaw released He Rode On, finally sharing his truths and tales with eager listeners worldwide. 

Recorded entirely in mono, the album was collaboratively produced by Combs and Jordan Lehning (Caitlin Rose, Caroline Spence, Rodney Crowell) with additional arrangements from Dominic Billett (drums for Erin Rae, Julia Jacklin, Courtney Marie Andrews). Watch the new music video for '(God)less' now!

Lineup includes Jedd Hughes (Patty Loveless, Little Big Town, Sarah Jarosz, Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell), David Ryan Harris (John Mayer, Dave Matthews, Santana), Mark Bryan (Hootie & the Blowfish), Patrick Davis (Guy Clark, Jimmy Buffett, Jewel, Pat Green, Lady A. Morgan Wallen), Americana favorite Lauren Jenkins and more to be announced.

Ben Vaughn’s long artistic career will come full circle with the release of The World of Ben Vaughn. A return to his roots—his recording roots, that is. The album will be released on CD, digital download and via streaming platforms on May 20th, after releasing it on 12' vinyl LP as a Record Store Day First.

TAPE – which follows 2019’s critically acclaimed, GRAMMY® Award-winning PATTY GRIFFIN – is heralded by today’s premiere of “Get Lucky,” available now at all DSPs and streaming services. A lyric video for the song is also available now via YouTube. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

In James McMurtry’s new effort, The Horses and the Hounds, the acclaimed songwriter backs personal narratives with effortless elegance (“Canola Fields”) and endless energy (“If It Don’t Bleed”). This first collection in seven years, due August 20 on New West Records, spotlights a seasoned tunesmith in peak form as he turns toward reflection (“Vaquero”) and revelation (closer “Blackberry Winter”). Familiar foundations guide the journey. “There’s a definite Los Angeles vibe to this record,” McMurtry says. “The ghost of Warren Zevon seems to be stomping around among the guitar tracks. Don’t know how he got in there. He never signed on for work for hire.”

Revered Austin, TX singer-songwriter Darden Smith has shared the official music video for “Miles Between.' The song was co-written with country star Jack Ingram, who recently welcomed Smith on The Jackin’ Around Show which is now available to watch/stream today.

With Catch the Light, Rose’s third album and first to co-produce, she has deepened and complicated her dreamy, tender repertoire. “Time’s Fool,” the album’s first single, is out now, featuring Molly Parden on harmonies and callbacks, Omar Velasco on the second guitar, and the inimitable Greg Leisz on pedal steel.

The first singles came about after Shaw ventured to Nevada for the “National Cowboy Poet Gathering,' which included an encounter with Canadian country artist Corb Lund’s guitar player and now-He Rode On producer Grant Siemens, Shaw learning the fine art of yodeling, having the legendary Ramblin’ Jack Elliot sign his guitar. Pre-order the lp now!

Singer/songwriter Ryan Culwell released today his anticipated third album Run Like A Bull. Culwell also shared today a new video for the song 'Colorado Blues.' Recorded with longtime friend and collaborator Neilson Hubbard (Mary Gauthier, Kim Richey), Run Like A Bull is raw and magnetic, channeling Neil Young and Billy Joe Shaver.

The track is from 'Black Snake,' which explores existential emotions related to life, death, transformation, and resilience on Sara Jean Kelley’s sophomore EP. Recorded in two days, the album’s six originals feature Kelley’s ethereal vocals, twangy and confident guitar with questioning yet observational lyrics and was produced by Kyle Dreaden.

'Wild Sometimes' follows the release of the aching opening track 'Colorado Blues' as well as the slow-burning ballad 'Let's Go Crazy.' Recorded with longtime friend and collaborator Neilson Hubbard (Mary Gauthier, Kim Richey), Culwell's new album 'Run Like A Bull' is raw and magnetic, channeling Neil Young and Billy Joe Shaver.

The Crickets will celebrate the 65th anniversary of their very first hit song this year, “That’ll Be The Day,” the iconic rock and roll classic written by Buddy Holly and Jerry Allison (produced by Norman Petty, who also received songwriting credit). To help kick off the yearlong celebration, CBS Sunday Morning will air a profile on the band on January 9, 2022.

Featured artists on the new album include Jimmy Hall, Rodney Crowell, Darrell Scott, Marty Raybon, Mike Farris, Kim Richey, Warren Haynes, Vince Gill, Radney Foster, Teresa Williams & Larry Campbell,  Jim Lauderdale, John Berry, Patrick Simmons, John Paul White, Jacob Bunton, John Jorgenson, Rory Feek, Donna Hall & Kelli Johnson, and John Cowan.   

Guest vocalists also include Natalie Schlabs, Betsy Phillips, and Caroline Spence. The intimacy is palpable from the outset, but heavy as it may seem at times, Run Like A Bull is at its core a deeply optimistic record. Listen to the new single now! Plus, pre-order his upcoming album.

Singer, songstress and guitarist Sara Jean Kelley explores existential emotions related to life, death, transformation, rebirth, strength, and resilience on her sophomore EP Black Snake with its release on November 19th. Watch the music video for the title track now!

Billy Waldrep will honor Tony Rice in a new album featuring collaborations with Vince Gill, John Paul White, Darrell Scott, Warren Haynes, and more! Preorder or pre-save the album here!

Recorded with longtime friend and collaborator Neilson Hubbard (Mary Gauthier, Kim Richey), Run Like A Bull is raw and magnetic, channeling Neil Young and Billy Joe Shaver as it searches for a middle ground between release and restraint, impulse and inhibition, recklessness and responsibility.

Sonically, Three Colored Wall features an eclectic palette of analog and electronic sounds that swings from jaunty pop charm one moment to moody apprehension the next.