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| New CD Release: Josh Slone & CoalTown Rural Rhythm Records is proud to announce the January 25, 2011 national debut album release, JOSH SLONE & CoalTown. The album includes special guests: Ron Stewart, Matt Despain, Kim Gardner and Gerald Evans. Nine of the thirteen songs on the album were written by the talented songwriter, Mike Wells who also penned the first single, "Virginia Bound." Several other top songwriters have contributed powerful songs to the album including Larry Cordle, Brandon Rickman, Charley Stefl, Jenee' Fleenor, Mark Brinkman, Mike Evans and more. Josh Slone with his signature deep country and blues flavored vocals, along with the tightly blended harmonies of Coaltown, have certainly caught the attention of many industry leaders with their unique blend of bluegrass mixed with country and mountain soul. "Great songs, great simple arrangements, tight vocals and fine instrumental work. All the components for a strong upcoming band who can probably be as big as they want be." - Larry Cordle "Tin! Tin! KaCHING! Just like the sound of a hammer hitting the coal beneath the ground, Josh Slone & CoalTown hit pay dirt with their new single, 'Virginia Bound." I love it!" - Gracie Muldoon, WorldwideBluegrass.com "The boys from CoalTown sing about what they know. It is true roots music from the coal mines of Kentucky and the valleys and mountains singing about love, sweat and tears. They sing and pick the real sounds of Country folk!" - Uncle Bill Dunbar, Country Unplugged Bluegrass Radio & WorldwideBluegrass.com JOSH SLONE & CoalTown includes the talents of: Josh Slone (lead vocals, guitar); Bill Berger (mandolin, harmony vocals); Ollie Risner (banjo, harmony vocals); Gary Wiley (bass). The band is now on tour with upcoming dates in Georgia, North Carolina, Michigan, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, New York, Montana, Florida and more. write your comments about the article :: © 2011 Jazz News :: home page |