DARIN AND BROOKE ALDRIDGE’S “A MILLION MEMORIES (A SONG FOR BYRON)” MUSIC VIDEO PREMIERES TODAY ON BLUEGRASS SITUATION

DARIN AND BROOKE ALDRIDGE’S “A MILLION MEMORIES (A SONG FOR BYRON)” MUSIC VIDEO PREMIERES TODAY ON BLUEGRASS SITUATION

NASHVILLE, TN. (Oct. 4, 2024) –  Award-winning and chart-topping duo Darin & Brooke Aldridge are excited to unveil the single and official music video for, “A Million Memories (A Song for Byron)” written by and featuring Vince Gill. The video, shot on location at The World Famous Station Inn and debuted on Bluegrass Situation,  is a heartfelt tribute to the late Byron Berline, a beloved musician, mentor, and friend of Gill. Through their dynamic vocals, musicianship, and passionate storytelling, Darin & Brooke honor Berline’s legacy, capturing the essence of the profound influence Byron had on Vince and the music industry. The track was initially released on Darin & Brooke’s latest album, Talk of the Town (Billy Blue Records), which has soared to the top of multiple bluegrass charts, including Billboard, solidifying the duo’s place as a leading force in the genre.

The new video showcases the duo’s ability to evoke deep emotions through both their music and visuals. As No Depression perfectly noted in a recent album review, “Darin and Brooke Aldridge know just how to deliver a song to capture a full range of emotions.” The “A Million Memories (A Song for Byron)” video exemplifies this, pairing soul-stirring lyrics with imagery that stirs nostalgia as it reflects on cherished memories from the past.

Vince Gill expressed his gratitude for Darin & Brooke’s rendition of "A Million Memories (A Song for Byron)," saying, "I'm grateful to Darin and Brooke for recording this song I wrote about the world-class fiddle player and my lifelong friend, Byron Berline.  It's a song I wrote in tribute to our friendship back when I was first getting started playing as a teenage musician.  Darin and Brooke have become great friends of mine, and I'm honored that they recorded this song in tribute to Byron."

Darin & Brooke celebrate the release of the music video by stating, “It is one of our greatest joys to invest time in and encourage those who come behind us. Mentoring is one way to pay forward the gifts given to us by our own heroes and mentors and bring out the best in younger people in the same ways someone did for us. “A Million Memories (A Song for Byron),” dedicated to one of Vince Gill's closest mentors and dearest friends, Byron Berline, is extra-special to us, both for the meaning behind the song and for honor of singing  it with our special mentor and friend, Vince Hill. We will always treasure this opportunity to make “A Million Memories (A Song for Byron).”  

The single is now available for all radio, and the music video is now available for viewing on YouTube following its debut on Bluegrass Situation. Fans can also catch Darin & Brooke Aldridge on their upcoming show dates, where they will be performing songs from their latest album, Talk of The Town, along with other fan favorites.

DARIN & BROOKE ALDRIDGE’S TALK OF THE TOWN HITS NO. 1 ON BILLBOARD CHARTS

DARIN & BROOKE ALDRIDGE’S TALK OF THE TOWN HITS NO. 1 ON BILLBOARD CHARTS

NASHVILLE, TENN. (April 30,2024) – The latest album by acclaimed bluegrass duo Darin & Brooke Aldridge, Talk of the Town, has reached the coveted number one position on the Billboard Bluegrass Albums Chart. This outstanding achievement underscores their remarkable talent and dedication to the bluegrass genre and marks a significant milestone in Darin & Brooke’s career. Listen now HERE. 

Released April 19th 2024,Talk of the Town is a beautifully-crafted collection of songs showcasing Brooke’s exceptional vocal abilities, Darin’s masterful musicianship, and their unique vocal blend as husband and wife. With songs featuring bluegrass and country legends  Ricky Scaggs, Vince Gill, and John Jorgenson and others, Talk of the Town offers a rich tapestry of performances that pay tribute to the roots of these genres while introducing a fresh, progressive twist.

Darin & Brooke expressed their appreciation in response to the tremendous support, “Talk of the Town has debuted at Number One on the Billboard Bluegrass Album Chart! What exciting news to wake up to today, knowing that Darin & Brooke fans and friends have been so eager and enthusiastic as they waited for our tenth studio album. YOU, the fans, are the reason we do what we love, and today’s good news makes us all the more certain that we’re doing exactly what we were born to do.” 

Talk of the Town is available now on all major streaming platforms and in physical formats at select retailers. For more information about Darin & Brooke Aldridge, including upcoming events and tour dates, please visit darinandbrookealdridge.com

DARIN & BROOKE ALDRIDGE ARE THE TALK OF THE TOWN

DARIN & BROOKE ALDRIDGE ARE THE TALK OF THE TOWN

ALBUM’S “PRICE I PAY” RENDITION REACHES #1 ON BLUEGRASS TODAY’S AIRPLAY MUSIC CHART

NASHVILLE, TENN. (April 19, 2024) – The dynamic husband-and-wife duo, Darin and Brooke Aldridge are the Talk of the Town with their latest release out now. Known for their impeccable harmonies and virtuosic instrumentation, the release coincides with  their soulful rendition of Chris Hillman’s (Desert Rose Band) classic, “Price I Pay,” claiming the coveted #1 spot on the Bluegrass Today’s Weekly Airplay Chart. The highly anticipated album, Talk of The Town, is poised to elevate Darin & Brooke’s already stellar reputation in the bluegrass scene. Listen now HERE.

The 12-track album, crafted with passion and precision, showcases Darin & Brooke’s exceptional talent and unwavering dedication to the bluegrass genre. Bluegrass and Country legend Ricky Skaggs, Mark Fain, and  Mo Pitney join them on the Gospel classic “Jordan”, a previously-released, critically-acclaimed collaboration that hit #1 on the Singing News national Bluegrass Gospel chart and reached over 1 million streams earlier this year.

Other tracks such as “Same Ole New Love,” “My Favorite Picture of You,” and “It Can’t Be Wrong,” showcase Brooke Aldridge as her lilting vocals capture the essence of perfection as only a 4x IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year can. Darin Aldridge nails  wonderful harmonies and adds stellar musicianship making them one of the richest sounding duos in music today.  Darin steps out in a duet with Vince Gill on the heartwrencher “A Million Memories (song for Byron)” a song Gill penned about fiddle player Byron Berline who passed away in 2021 and is credited for bringing Gill into bluegrass music. Along with Vince Gill, the duo enlists the virtuosic talents of esteemed 3x ACM Guitarist of the Year John Jorgenson (Desert Rose Band, The Hellecasters, Elton John, Tommy Emmanuel, The Byrds, Bob Dylan, Bob Seger, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Emmylou Harris, Hank Williams Jr., Barbra Streisand, Luciano Pavarotti, Roy Orbison, Patty Loveless, Michael Nesmith, John Prine, and Bonnie Raitt) on the aforementioned “Price I Pay”.

Darin and Brooke Aldridge stated, “We’ve always liked to think of music in a different way than just being a certain genre. For us, to pigeonhole music into this category or that, is limiting for both music and its listeners, because then the true beauty and nuances of music as a whole can be lost. It’s like being trapped inside a bubble that won’t burst!

It’s a great feeling to realize we’ve reached a pivotal point in our career where we have spent years crafting and honing our sound into what is undeniably “Darin and Brooke.” It is wonderful when fans old and new tell us they can immediately identify our songs on the radio before our names even pop up! 

We are proud of Talk of the Town because it is the Darin and Brooke sound people have come to love from us, plus much more. We believe that a kaleidoscope of musical colors are captured here for music lovers of all styles, delivered in a new light that remains quintessentially Darin and Brooke Aldridge.”

Creative Director of Billy Blue Records, Jerry Salley, added, “One of the greatest blessings of running Billy Blue Records is the opportunity to represent the unique and refreshing bluegrass style of Darin and Brooke Aldridge. Established as one of the very top acts in our genre, their latest project, Talk of the Town, is vintage Darin & Brooke, chalked full of absolutely great songs supported by their award winning vocals and picking. Whether you’re a long-time follower, or simply curious about the sound of Darin and Brooke Aldridge, Talk Of The Town is sure to grow their incredible fan base!”

Produced by Mark Fain and Darin Aldridge and featuring the immense musical/vocal talents of Samantha Snyder, Mark Fain, Stuart Duncan, Ron Block, Cody Kilby, Eddie Dunlap, Jacob Metz, Lynn Williams, Darin Aldridge, Brooke Aldridge, Lauren Mascitti, John Jorgenson, Vince Gill, Ricky Skaggs, and Moe Pitney, this album shines brightly in a way that will leave listeners in awe as Darin & Brooke Aldridge push the boundaries of bluegrass music while staying true to its rich traditions. 

Darin and Brooke Aldridge kick off the release of Talk of the Town with premiere performances at the world-famous Station Inn, the Grand Ole Opry, Sirius XM’s Bluegrass Junction, WSM, and many more. Catch them on tour across the US in 2024. Tour info can be found at  www.darinandbrookealdridge.com.

TRACK LISTING: 

1. Price I Pay

2. Same Ole New Love

3. Here We Are

4. Dear Lord

5. Jordan

6. God Made

7. A Fool Such As I

8. My Favorite Picture of You

9. Where You’ll Find Me

10. Wildflower Too

11. It Can’t Be Wrong

12. A Million Memories (A Song For Byron)