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For two decades now, bluegrass-rooted quintet The SteelDrivers have woven together country, soul, blues, Americana, and other contemporary influences to create an unapologetic sound all their own. With four Grammy nominations and one Grammy Award to their name, along with a host of nods from IBMA, Americana Music Association, and more, The SteelDrivers have forged a path out of progressing a genre with the help of outside musical influences, not unlike their new label partner, Sun Records, who laid the foundation for early rock and roll with a blend of musicians and styles in its original Memphis, Tennessee, recording studio.

Sun Records proudly congratulates Ruthie Foster on winning the Best Contemporary Blues Album award at the 67th Annual GRAMMY® Awards for her critically acclaimed album Mileage. Released via Sun Records, Mileage marks a career milestone for the revered singer-songwriter, whose rich blend of blues, gospel, and folk storytelling has captivated audiences worldwide.

“Life, Death, and Dennis Hopper” releases from The Waterboys on April 4th. Artists featured alongside The Waterboys include Bruce Springsteen, Steve Earle, Fiona Apple and Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes. It’s the story of Dennis Hopper’s life in songs – and the story of his and our times. Pre-order your copy here.

The Memphis landmark where Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Howlin’ Wolf recorded turns 75 on January 3rd.

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of Johnny Cash joining Sun Records and the release of “Original Sun Sound of Johnny Cash”, we’re inviting musicians and fans alike to join in on the #CashCovers70 Challenge! This is your chance to honor the Man in Black by putting your own spin on his classic hits like “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk the Line,” and “Cry! Cry! Cry!”!

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This Elvis Week, Sun Records is hosting an exclusive event on August 14th at Sun Studio to celebrate 70 years of “That’s All Right” and we want YOU to be there!  Enter our giveaway for a chance to join us at this historic event!

From American Songwriter

Acclaimed singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist ZZ Ward has released her latest single, “Mother,” heralding the start of a profound new chapter in her career with Sun Records. This unique and deeply personal blues track tackles ZZ’s own experience of motherhood, a perspective rarely explored in the genre, marking ZZ’s return to her blues roots with an authenticity and depth that’s compelling and transformative. The song’s raw emotion is complemented by ZZ’s signature wailing vocals and searing lead guitar solos, creating an intense and deeply moving soundscape. “That’s a mother’s cry,” ZZ explains. “It’s that feeling of being weighed down with this new situation. I never expected men to hear it and relate, but I’ve heard more than a few feel it, too.”

Shawna Thompson, co-founder of the chart-topping multi platinum duo Thompson Square, today marks a milestone in her illustrious career with the release of her spirited single “Burn It Down.” The track introduces her eagerly awaited debut solo album, Lean On Neon, set to be released on September 13 via Sun Records, an iconic label in country music history.

Raised in the vibrant honky-tonks of Alabama, Shawna brings an authentic grit and a powerful feminine energy to her music. “Burn It Down” encapsulates the essence of Shawna’s roots and her passion for the sounds and energy of the honky-tonk scene, a place where she says she truly belongs despite a cultural expectation that it simply isn’t ladylike.

“‘Burn It Down’ has a certain swagger to it; it’s deeply rooted in the honky-tonk scene where I spent so much time with my dad, tagging along everywhere he played,” Shawna explains. “This song is special because it captures the essence of the entire album and boldly states who I am. It’s not just music; it’s a declaration of my identity and my heritage in country music.”

Fans can now pre-order Lean On Neon, an album that blends traditional country roots with deeply emotional storytelling. Produced by her husband, Keifer Thompson, and two-time GRAMMY® Award winner Chad Carlson (Taylor Swift, Trisha Yearwood), Lean On Neon is not just an album; it’s Shawna’s homage to her late father and to the genre that shaped her. It’s a must-listen for fans of classic country music delivered by an artist with a heartfelt reverence for the timeless spirit of the genre.

Fans can stream “Burn It Down” here and pre-order Lean On Neon here. For more information and updates on Shawna’s tour dates, visit her official website at www.shawnathompson.com.