Roots Music Report

Liner Notes:

About the Album

GRASSVILLE is Deano Graham’s third studio bluegrass album on the Blue Oceans Music label, and is due for release on June 23rd.  Pre-order is available now.

Welcome to GRASSVILLE!
The Bishop of Bluegrass has ventured into the world of traditional bluegrass after two stellar all-gospel recordings (2021 & 2022). Presenting soul-stirring “smooth as butter” vocals, clever and entertaining lyrics, and sizzling instrumentation, Deano Graham is delivering music that people really can relate to.

With some of Nashville’s finest and decorated songwriters including James Payne who has 89, recorded #1 songs to his credit, and Donna Ulisse (Billy Blue Records)

Three Thousand Miles
Written by Deano Graham & James Payne
(Blue Oceans Muzik, ASCAP)

Happy Anywhere
Written by Deano Graham
(Blue Oceans Muzik, ASCAP)

Mountains Are The Reason
Written by Deano Graham
(Blue Oceans Muzik, ASCAP)

I Want To Grow Old With You
Written by Deano Graham & James Payne
(Blue Oceans Muzik, ASCAP)

He Made You For Me
Written by Deano Graham & Donna Ulisse
(Blue Oceans Muzik, ASCAP)

Featuring the musical wizardry of notable Nashville musicians including Andy Leftwich (fiddle and mandolin), Wanda Vick Burchfield (dobro and banjo), Shaun Richardson (acoustic guitar), and Mark Burchfield (upright bass). It also features on background vocals Shelly Wilson, Victoria Burchfield, and Deano Graham.

Contact:
Deano Graham

deanograham3@gmail.com
deanograham.com

Songwriters: Deano Graham, Donna Ulisse, James Payne
Blue Oceans Muzik, ASCAP

Release Date: June 23, 2023
Label: Blue Oceans Music
Available on all digital streaming platforms.

Produced by Deano Graham for Blue Oceans Music
Recorded at Watershed Recording (Brentwood, TN)
Engineered by Josh Keith, Adam Rosson, Mark Burchfield, & Ronnie Brookshire

Mixed & mastered by Chris Latham at The Gorilla’s Nest (Pleasant View, TN)
Photography by Carson Darracott
Hair by Camar Gray

Musicians
Shaun Richardson - Acoustic guitar
Andy Leftwich - Fiddle & mandolin
Wanda Vick Burchfield - Banjo & dobro
Mark Burchfield - Upright bass
Background vocals - Victoria Burchfield, Shelly Wilson, & Deano Graham

Special Thanks

Dedicated to my wife of over 36 years… I love you Kim. You are my every dream come true.  I love the journey that we’re on. And I want to grow old with you.

Special thanks to:
My Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for your endless love, amazing grace, and new mercies each morning.
My sons and daughters-in-law who are always supportive in everything I set out to do. You make it all seem so easy.
My LIFE Church family who provides so much joy in life. I love doing life with you all.
To my son Tate who does a wonderful job handling my social media, art designs, video editing, playing bass, etc. Plus, you’re a great global travel partner too!
The Grass Wagon Revival who brings all of my music to life in shows and concerts. I really think we’re on to something very special. Each of your gifts are greatly appreciated. Let’s write some new songs and make more music very soon!
My fellow co-writers who are all simply the best! It’s a real joy to stretch the imagination and tap into our creativeness together.
My bluegrass family all across the country, from fellow recording artists, bands, co-writers, promoters, radio DJ’s, and every kind hearted fan who enjoys my music.

c & p Blue Oceans Music 2023