Mountain Grass Unit, from
Birmingham, Alabama, is a young quartet redefining bluegrass with a
fresh narrative. Comprised of Drury Anderson (mandolin, vocals),
Luke Black (guitar, vocals), Josiah Nelson (fiddle, vocals), and
Sam Wilson (bass, vocals), they blend tradition with bold
exploration. Their journey began with a shared musical passion,
forming a sound that merges bluegrass with country, jazz, funk,
rock, and metal influences. Their debut EP, "Runnin’ From
Trouble," released in 2024, showcases their original music and
inventive covers, inspired by legends like Tony Rice and Billy
Strings.
Recorded at Nashville’s Hartland
Studios, and produced by Mike Harris (Old Crow Medicine Show), the
EP captures their live energy. The leading single, “Hey Mama,”
explores life's transitions with inquisitive lyrics, while “Cicada
Song” and “Smugglin’” highlight their funk and traditional sides.
2024 marked a turning point with performances at Renewal, DelFest
and WinterWondergrass, broadening their audience and deepening
their musical exploration. With plans for extensive touring,
festival sets, and new music, Mountain Grass Unit is ready to share
their luminous sound with the world, each performance a new chapter
in their unfolding story.
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