From Stereogum · · 40s
Steve Martin Band Covers Lil Nas X
Bluegrass legends cover Lil Nas X's viral hit.
In brief
Bluegrass legends cover Lil Nas X's viral hit. Steve Martin, Alison Brown, Del McCoury, and Dan Tyminski recorded a bluegrass version of Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road' after the country radio backlash. Originally reported by Stereogum.
Steve Martin and Alison Brown
Steve Martin and Alison Brown, known for their album Safe, Sensible And Sane, recruited bluegrass musicians to cover Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road'.
“I've always loved the idea of 'Old Town Road' as seen through bluegrass eyes”
Bluegrass Team Adds Del McCoury
Del McCoury, Dan Tyminski, Ronnie McCoury, Stuart Duncan, and Garry West joined the cover project to highlight the song's country roots.
Bluegrass Cover Response
The cover addresses country radio's rejection of 'Old Town Road' by showcasing its country authenticity through bluegrass arrangements.
“It’s such a well-known song that my challenge was to come up with an arrangement that would showcase our banjos without giving the song away too soon”
The essence
Steve Martin, Alison Brown, Del McCoury, and Dan Tyminski recorded a bluegrass version of Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road' after the country radio backlash.
