There is no shortage of amazing original music being made by artists Born & Bred here in the mountain state. Every week we continue to be amazed by the quality and quantity of artistry created by the talented storytellers of our home.
Listen to all of the amazing West Virginia Music on our Spotify Playlist. More streaming services being added soon.
Charles Wesley Godwin continues to give and give when it comes to his music. Shortly after completing the sessions of his “Family Ties” album Godwin and the band took to the studio and did a live session that has been released today as “Live From Echo Mountain.” While the songs have been available in video form on YouTube for a while they have now been compiled into a streaming release. The live album features eight stripped down tracks from his 2023 release. Listen to Miner Imperfections below.
Chandler Beavers continues to show his talent as a mandolin player with his newest release Runaway Traveler. The White Sulfur Springs Mandolinist brings some friends along for the track that highlights why he is a force to be reckoned with in modern bluegrass. Joining Beavers on the track are Trey Hensley on guitar, Gaven Largent on dobro, Lars Swanson on bass and Jeremiah Gilmer on banjo.
Upcoming performer at the March 23 Born & Bred Concert Series, Khegan McLane released an album entitled “Old Flame” which is the track he released last year that won him Born & Bred Country Artist of 2023. This album is full of great story telling and is worthy of sitting down and just listening to the stories McLane weaves. Listen to our favorite track Used To Think below.
