Alison Krauss News

Email: smccauley@mondotunes.com Website: http://www.mondotunes.com The singer-songwriter known as Fiona O'Shea has released her newest EP record, titled, 'Rose,' to emphatic, widespread critical and fan acclaim.

Further information about the International Bluegrass Music Association's World of Bluegrass 2013 event, which takes place September 24-28 in Raleigh, North Carolina, was revealed today at a noontime press conference at the Red Hat Amphitheater.

There's something endearing, old-timey and almost vaudevillian about Buddy Miller and Jim Lauderdale - even the way they bill themselves as "Buddy and Jim." Both veteran musicians are in love with country music in all its many forms and influences; their music incorporates the blues and bluegrass, rock 'n' roll and a good deal of craft.

In the general world of show business, comedian/actor Steve Martin would be considered a marquee name.

LeAnn Rimes ' upcoming album includes guest appearances by Alison Krauss , Dan Tyminski , Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Jeff Beck and Matchbox Twenty frontman Rob Thomas.

The IBMA announced its headline acts for the accompanying Wide Open Bluegrass Festival, happening Sept.

Grammy award-winning singer Leann Rimes is preparing the release of her eleventh full-length studio set, Spitfire , on June 4. Boasting special appearances by Alison Krauss , Dan Tyminski , Matchbox Twenty lead singer Rob Thomas and guitarist Jeff Beck , the new collection features 14 songs, nine of which Rimes co-wrote. More than ever before, the ... (more)

Without a predetermined list or a rigid plan, Adam Steffey, Ron Stewart, John Bowman, Keith Garrett and Harold Nixon met in the studio; sharing songs and ideas.

The Americana Music Association announced today plans to produce "Cross County Lines," a one day festival/celebration of Roots inspired music to take place in Middle Tennessee during the early summer of 2014.

A lot of folks find it hard to like. Too maudlin? That kind of country music is less common now, although Whiskey Lullaby by Brad Paisley and Alison Krauss is very much an updated version.