Next Act, the 15th studio album from Steep Canyon Rangers, is a vibrant return to the band's bluegrass foundation, infused with fresh energy and heartfelt storytelling.
Founding Ranger Graham Sharp delivers some of his most compelling songwriting to date, crafting songs that are rich in tradition yet strikingly relevant. The recent addition of powerhouse vocalist Aaron Burdett brings a new emotional depth to the group’s sound, his voice seamlessly blending with the band's signature harmonies. Featuring special guest appearances by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Next Act is both a celebration of the band's roots and a bold step forward.
With virtuosic musicianship, thoughtful lyrics, and a renewed creative spark, this album captures the essence of who the Rangers are: seasoned artists still pushing boundaries, still telling great stories. Over the course of their career, the three-time GRAMMY nominees have released 14 studio albums, three collaborative albums with actor and banjoist Steve Martin, performed on some of the world’s most storied stages, and earned a reputation as standard-bearers for contemporary bluegrass and Americana.
The First Edition pressing of Next Act is pressed on maroon color vinyl and limited to 1,000 copies worldwide!
TRACKLIST:
Rumble Strips
Next Act
Circling the Drain
Heart's the Only Compass (feat. Steve Martin)
Halfway to Reno (feat. Edie Brickell)
Some Days
Sugar Lake
The Kindest Thing
Hard Times
Back of Beyond
Roll of the Dice
Stubborn Love
Babylon Stone