AN INNOVATIVE BLUEGRASS TAKE ON THE KANSAS CLASSIC
CMH Records’ Pickin’ On Series, known for blending rock with the virtuosity of bluegrass musicians, released a new music video for Iron Horse’s rendition of Kansas’ “Carry On My Wayward Son.”
Originally featured on The Bluegrass Tribute to Classic Rock: Edition One in 2007, the label revisited this fan-favorite track, bringing renewed attention to the heartfelt and innovative performance by the Alabama-based quartet.
Watch the video for Iron Horse’s take on Kansas’ “Carry On My Wayward Son”: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfVXbOFNfMg
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The video showcased Iron Horse’s dynamic bluegrass adaptation of the Kansas classic, allowing fans to experience the music in a new light.
The Pickin’ On Series had a history of transforming FM radio rock hits into bluegrass gems, with Iron Horse contributing standout covers of tracks like Journey’s “Open Arms,” alongside other artists like Cornbread Red, who took on Steppenwolf’s “Born to be Wild” and Styx’s “Come Sail Away.”
American Songwriter praised the adaptation, with Savannah Dantona stating, “When you first heard Iron Horse’s cover of ‘Carry On Wayward Son,’ it felt like an uncommonly catchy bluegrass tune.
Then, as the banjo and backing guitar kicked in, you realized it was Kansas, reimagined with a bluegrass twist.”
Vance Henry of Iron Horse reminisced about the song’s original release, saying, “I first heard this track as a teenager in the mid-70s, and it was clear it was going to be a hit.
Even after all these years, it hasn’t grown old. Recording it in our bluegrass style was a joy.”
The Pickin’ On Series, which began in 1993 with Pickin’ On the Movies, had since evolved into a beloved tradition at CMH Records, with over 300 albums released.
By blending bluegrass with popular music, the series garnered attention from media outlets like Rolling Stone and Uproxx and charted on Billboard’s Top Bluegrass Albums chart.
The series also received retrospective praise from Los Angeles Times and No Depression, cementing its status as a hallmark in bluegrass music.
About CMH Records:
Founded in 1975 by Martin Haerle, CMH Records established itself as a major player in American roots music, releasing essential albums from legends like Merle Travis and Grandpa Jones.
The label continued its tradition into the ‘90s and beyond, collaborating with artists such as Wanda Jackson and Larry Cordle. Under the leadership of Martin’s son David, CMH remained a family-run business, finding ongoing success with the Pickin’ On Series and other creative ventures that honored its rich musical heritage.
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Last modified: September 19, 2024
