The 4th annual Franklin, Ky., Music Festival took place this last weekend and all I can say is “WOW!” For a smaller venue, this festival is a giant, packed with talent. From the stellar lineup, to the warm and inviting staff, this festival was one heck of good time. Friday’s performers included The Williams [...]

Ralph Stanley II is switching record labels.
He’s departing Rebel Records for Lonesome Day Records, a Kentucky-based label that already has releases by Steve Gulley and Larry Cordle.
Stanley, son of bluegrass giant Ralph Stanley, will have a new release on the Lonesome Day label in early 2008, according to Lonesome Day.
“It’s going to be a departure [...]

The label will be launching podcasts the first Friday of every month.
The will feature tracks from upcoming releases, interviews with Rounder folks, and artist interviews exclusive to Rounder’s podcast.The lineup for Rounder’s inaugural podcast includes:
Ann Wilson, “Immigrant Song,” from Hope & Glory;
Minnie Driver, “Sorry Baby,” from Seastories;
Shivaree, “Half On A Baby,” from Tainted [...]