FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: | THE KODY NORRIS SHOW CELEBRATES AMERICA250 WITH RE-TELLING OF POPULAR AMERICAN FOLK SONG "THE BATTLE OF NEW ORLEANS" |
| Remake of Johnny Horton's classic 1959 hit is the band's latest radio single |
| | | Charlottesville, VA (July 17, 2026)—Rebel Records is proud to announce "The Battle of New Orleans" as the fifth radio single from The Kody Norris Show's latest album Spirit Of America. The song keeps the momentum going for the band's patriotic concept album, released June 26, 2026 to mark America's 250th anniversary, which continues to win over bluegrass and country radio audiences.
A bluegrass reimagining of Jimmie Driftwood's classic, made famous by Johnny Horton's chart-topping 1959 country hit, "The Battle of New Orleans" gives The Kody Norris Show a chance to put their own high-energy stamp on one of American music's most enduring story-songs. The band tackles the tune with the same gusto and showmanship that's defined their live performances and made them one of bluegrass's most electric acts. | "'The Battle of New Orleans' has always had a special place in my heart as it was one of the first songs I ever learned along with my dad and grandpa," shares Norris. "When we started thinking about songs for Spirit Of America, our first ever concept album celebrating our great country, 'The Battle of New Orleans' immediately came to mind!" |
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Spirit Of America marks The Kody Norris Show's first concept album built around themes of patriotism, history, and American pride. The record features Kody Norris (lead vocals, guitar, mandolin), Mary Rachel Nalley-Norris (fiddle, mandolin, harmony vocals), Hayden "Jim" Hensley (banjo, harmony vocals), and Charlie Lowman (bass), with guest appearances from Michael Cleveland, Ron Stewart, Conrad Fisher, and Jason Barie and Gregg Lohman.
The band continues to tour in support of the album throughout 2026, bringing the songs of Spirit Of America along with their signature patriotic-themed stage attire to festival and venue stages across the country. The Kody Norris Show marked the album's June 26 release with their 10th appearance on the Grand Ole Opry, and followed it up with performances on July 3 and July 4. | | | | | ABOUT THE KODY NORRIS SHOW The Kody Norris Show continues bringing bluegrass music to both core fans of the genre and new audiences. They are a youthful voice in bluegrass music, and insiders have awarded them multiple IBMA & SPBGMA Nominations and wins, including Entertainer of the Year, Instrumental Group of the Year, Guitar Performer of the Year for Kody Norris, and Fiddler of the Year for Mary Rachel Nalley-Norris. The Kody Norris Show’s album All Suited Up (2021) charted at #7, and Rhinestone Revival (2023) at #8 on the Billboard charts. Their trademarked high-energy style delivers an unrivaled live show experience. The band has played the Ryman Auditorium, Grand Ole Opry, SiriusXM, and other stages worldwide. Rife with rhinestones, loaded with laughs, and a heaping helping of high-powered traditional music, The Kody Norris Show is truly one of a kind.
ABOUT REBEL RECORDS Rebel Records is the leading independent record label dedicated to promoting and preserving Traditional Bluegrass Music. Rebel’s current roster includes Larry Sparks, Peter Rowan, Big Country Bluegrass, High Fidelity, The Kody Norris Show, Starlett & Big John, Seth Mulder & Midnight Run and Rrinaco. Known for innovation and excellence since 1960, Rebel has introduced many of the most important artists of the genre, from the Country Gentlemen and Seldom Scene to Blue Highway, Lonesome River Band and IIIrd Tyme Out. In addition to its cutting edge presence in contemporary Bluegrass, the label has also been a home for legendary traditional artists like Ralph Stanley, Del McCoury, Rhonda Vincent and Dave Evans. | |
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