Recording Featured on the Band’s Latest ‘Southern Sunshine’ Album – Out Now!
Nashville, Tenn. – Bluegrass powerhouse Williamson Branch continues to shine with the release of their heartfelt new single, “The One I Can’t Live Without,” featuring award-winning recording artist KennySmith. The emotional track is available now on all digital and streaming platforms. Fans can also download or stream the song as part of the band’s latest album, Southern Sunshine, available now via Pinecastle Records HERE.
Written by Kevin Williamson and Shelton Feazell, the slower ballad reveals a more reflective side of Williamson Branch. The song beautifully showcases the family’s one-of-a-kind harmonies that have captivated audiences nationwide, making them viral sensations across social media and beyond – boasting nearly half a million Facebook followers. Instrumental credits include Melody Williamson Keyes (lead vocal, fiddle), Kenny Smith (lead and rhythm guitars), Kadence Williamson Reynolds (u-bass), Caroline Williamson (mandolin), Debbie Williamson (harmony vocal), Kevin Williamson (harmony vocal) and Jeff Partin (dobro). “The One I Can’t Live Without” follows the group’s previous singles, “Come On Sunshine,” “Southern Nights,” and “Kentucky Highway,” continuing a string of strong releases from their latest project.
The band’s latest Southern Sunshine album arrived over the summer and features 12 new recordings written by members Kevin, Melody and Kadence, along with contributions from acclaimed songwriters Mark Brinkman, David Stewart, Edgar Loudermilk, Anthony Howell, Michelle Canning and Shelton Feazell. The collection also includes guest appearances from Bluegrass favorites Carl Jackson, AlanBibey, Kristin Scott Benson, Ron Stewart, Jeff Partin, along with Smith. Upon release, the project’s Gospel standout “These Old Burdens” debuted at No. 2 on the Bluegrass Today Gospel Weekly Airplay Chart. Additionally, “Kentucky Highway” snagged a Top 5 spot on Bluegrass Today. The album has also spent the last four weeks on the Roots Music Report Contemporary Bluegrass Album Chart, where it continues to climb.
Critics have praised the collection as a standout achievement. Vents Magazine raved that “Southern Sunshine feels like the culmination of the group’s last decade of work—viral online videos, gospel explorations, seasonal detours—all converging into a mature, confident statement.” FAME Magazine noted, “The album is brimming with charisma, unapologetically theatrical at times, and yet never less than heartfelt.” Top Buzz Magazine added, “This is the rare record that manages to be virtuosic and unabashedly fun at the same time.”
Fans can learn more about Williamson Branch, view upcoming tour dates, and find additional music by visiting www.williamsonbranch.com.
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