Mountain Grass Unit, a young quartet from Birmingham, Alabama, redefines bluegrass with a fresh narrative. Their journey began with a shared musical passion, and they have formed a sound that merges bluegrass with country, jazz, funk, rock, and metal influences.
Mountain Grass Unit, comprised of Drury Anderson (mandolin, vocals), Luke Black (guitar, vocals), Josiah Nelson (fiddle, vocals), and Sam Wilson (bass, vocals), blends tradition with bold exploration. 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.
The EP, recorded at Nashville’s Hartland Studios and produced by Mike Harris (Old Crow Medicine Show), 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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