Nashville, Tenn. (August 7, 2026) — Three-time GRAMMY nominees and two-time International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Entertainers of the Year The Grascalshave released their latest album, Not That Gone, available today via Billy Blue Records on all major streaming and digital download platforms. The 11-track collection marks the band’s first release with the label and showcases The Grascals’ signature harmonies, world-class musicianship and timeless bluegrass sound while celebrating new beginnings and longtime musical friendships.
The release comes as the group continues to earn industry acclaim, including a 2026 GMA Dove Award nomination for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year for “Broken Angels,” their collaboration with Dolly Parton. The song, written by Parton and The Grascals’ Jamie Johnson, also earned three 2026 International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Award nominations, further cementing its place as one of the year’s standout bluegrass recordings. Additionally, The Grascals’ Kristin Scott Benson earned a nomination for IBMA Banjo Player of the Year.
Produced by The Grascals and Ben Isaacs, Not That Gone features original songs and traditional bluegrass influences.
The album introduces new member Kyle Perkins on bass following the 2025 retirement of founding member Terry Smith, while showcasing the current lineup of Danny Roberts(mandolin), Johnson (guitar/vocals), Benson (banjo), John Bryan(guitar/vocals) and Jamie Harper (fiddle/guitar/vocals). The project also reunites The Grascals with longtime collaborators and friends throughout the recording process.
“I’m really excited about our new album as it marks some new beginnings and reunites us with some old friends,” shares Roberts. “Founding member and bass player Terry Smith retired in 2025 and though he is missed, we are thankful to have our new bass slinger and one of the best in the business, Kyle Perkins, playing on this record. It was also really special to be reunited with original Grascals fiddler Jimmy Mattingly, Dolly Parton bandmate Kent Wells and Dolly herself on the very special song ‘Broken Angels,’ written by Dolly and Jamie. We sure hope that everyone enjoys Not That Gone!“
Reflecting on the collaborative spirit behind the project, Johnson says:
“This was a really fun album to record and yet again I’m proud to be a part of The Grascals! Jamie Harper did an outstanding job taking over a huge role — Terry Smith was and is a legend — and Kyle Perkins is rock solid on bass. I was grateful to pen songs with Dolly Parton (‘Broken Angels’), Vince Gill on a song for our mothers (‘Memories of Mother’), along with heroes of mine Jerry Salley, Jim McBride and Darren Nicholson. We’re excited that the album is finally out, and we can’t wait for everyone to hear these songs and experience them live.”
The Grascals recently earned four nominations for the 2026 International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Awards, including:
- Song of the Year – “Broken Angels” – The Grascals and Dolly Parton
- Collaborative Recording of the Year – “Broken Angels” – The Grascals and Dolly Parton
- Banjo Player of the Year – Kristin Scott Benson
- Music Video of the Year – “Broken Angels” – The Grascals and Dolly Parton
Not That Gone Track Listing:
1. Dancin’ Girl
2. Bend in the River
3. Memories I Ain’t Missing
4. I Can’t Stand Me
5. Memories of Mother
6. Little Sugar Creek
7. Farmer’s Blues (with Marty Stuart)
8. Not That Gone
9. Katie Blythe
10. That Girl Made a Wreck of Me
11. Broken Angels (with Dolly Parton)
Tracks 1-10 were produced by The Grascals and Ben Isaacs, recorded and mixed at Ben’s Den Studio in Hendersonville, Tenn., with Marcus Hyatt serving as recording engineer and Isaacs handling mixing duties. The album was mastered by Chris Latham at Gorilla’s Nest Studio in Ashland City, Tenn.
“Broken Angels,” track 11, was produced by Kent Wells and recorded at Kent Wells Productions in Nashville, Tenn. The track was recorded by Kyle Dickinson, Joel McKenney and Kevin Willis, mixed by Mark Needham at South Easter Studios in Nashville, and mastered by Chris Latham at Gorilla’s Nest Studio.
With Not That Gone now available, The Grascals continue their legacy as one of bluegrass music’s most respected and celebrated groups, delivering a collection that honors their roots while embracing a new era for the band.
About The Grascals
Since forming in Nashville in 2004, The Grascals have established themselves as one of bluegrass music’s most celebrated and influential bands. Blending traditional bluegrass with gospel and country influences, the group has earned widespread acclaim for its exceptional musicianship, rich harmonies and dynamic live performances. The Grascals’ self-titled debut album earned International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) honors for Emerging Artist of the Year and Album of the Year, launching a career that has since included two IBMA Entertainer of the Year awards, three GRAMMY nominations, a Dove Award nomination and numerous additional industry accolades. The band has performed around the world, appeared more than 200 times as guests of the Grand Ole Opry and has performed for two United States Presidents. Throughout their career, The Grascals have collaborated with an impressive roster of artists including Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, Jr., Charlie Daniels, Vince Gill, Kenny Rogers, George Jones, Marty Stuart, The Oak Ridge Boys, Patty Loveless, Brooks & Dunn, Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley and many more. With an unwavering commitment to honoring bluegrass traditions while continuing to push the genre forward, The Grascals remain one of acoustic music’s premier touring and recording acts.
For more information, visit grascals.com.
About Billy Blue Records
Billy Blue Records is a boutique bluegrass label, home to an award-winning roster of artists including Alan Bibey and Grasstowne, Appalachian Road Show, Bob Minner, Caroline Owens, Carson Peters & Iron Mountain, Chris Davis Band, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, Dave Adkins, Grascals, Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, Kristy Cox, Marty Raybon, NewFound Road, the multi-artist projects Blue Collar Gospel, Country Faith Bluegrass, and the Grammy-nominated recording Gonna Sing Gonna Shout. Founded in 2018 by Jerry Salley, Ed Leonard, and Dottie Leonard Miller, Billy Blue is distributed to retail by the Orchard (Sony) and New Day Distribution.
For more information, visit billybluerecords.com.
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