Ashleigh Graham - I’ll Just Drive

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Jun 18
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Nashville, Tenn. - Bluegrass artist Ashleigh Graham officially makes her full-length debut today with the release of I’ll Just Drive, available now on all digital and streaming platforms via Pinecastle Records. The 12-track project is a bold statement from the North Carolina native turned East Tennessee transplant, blending honest storytelling, powerhouse vocals, and genre-rooted instrumentation. The album, produced by Authentic Unlimited members Stephen Burwell and Eli Johnston, is the culmination of a lifelong dream and marks the beginning of a new chapter for the singer-songwriter.

“This album is the soundtrack of my story — every song reflects a piece of who I am and the winding road that brought me back to bluegrass,” says Ashleigh Graham. “I’ve poured my heart into this project, and I’m incredibly grateful to Pinecastle Records, the amazing songwriters, and the musicians who helped bring it to life. I’ve never stopped chasing this dream, and I’ll Just Drive is proof that with passion and perseverance, the road can lead you right where you’re meant to be.”

The album features a dynamic mix of original material and co-writes from some of Bluegrass and Gospel music’s most respected names, including Mark Brinkman, Rick Lang, Scott Patrick and more (see full track listing below). Several tracks have already gained traction among fans and radio, including the heartfelt single “Soldiers of Heaven,” which climbed into the Top 5 of the Bluegrass Gospel Chart, and the anthemic “Who We Were Back Then,” which features award-winning vocalist and current Alison Krauss and Union Station member Russell Moore. Graham burst onto the national scene last year with her breakout single “Bless Your Little Heart,” introducing listeners to her emotionally rich style and storytelling charm.

The next radio single from the album is the title track “I’ll Just Drive,” written by Scott Patrick. With a feel-good tempo and empowering message, the song serves as a personal anthem for anyone in need of a fresh start. Framed by Ashleigh’s commanding vocals and the band’s tight instrumentation, it’s a standout that captures the spirit of letting go, moving forward and embracing freedom on the open road. Instrumental credits on the single and full project include Ashleigh (lead vocals, mandolin), Scott Patrick (guitar), Eli Johnston (banjo, harmony vocals), Stephen Burwell (fiddle), Kameron Keller (bass fiddle), John Meador (harmony vocals), plus Matt Leadbetter (dobro on tracks 5 and 8).

Ashleigh’s journey to this point is nothing short of inspiring. A lifelong musician who grew up surrounded by Bluegrass and Gospel music, she put her dreams on hold for many years to raise a family. Now, as a devoted mother and artist, she’s stepped fully into her calling, blending the wisdom of lived experience with a deep reverence for tradition. Since signing with Pinecastle Records in 2024, her career has quickly accelerated - earning her a spot on countless tour dates with her band, Appalachian Highway, and turning heads with her debut showcases at the IBMA World of Bluegrass conference last year.

To learn more about Ashleigh Graham, find upcoming tour dates, or stream I’ll Just Drive, visit www.ashleighgrahammusic.com.

I’ll Just Drive Track Listing:

1. A Dozen Reasons (Scott Patrick, Jeff McClellan)

2. Fiddle And Bow (Ashleigh Graham)

3. I’ll Just Drive (Scott Patrick)

4. As Good As Dead (Ashleigh Graham)

5. Who We Were Back Then feat. Russell Moore (Rick Lang, Nancy Posey, Jack White)

6. Head Over High Heels (Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Charlotte Lee Smith)

7. Soldiers of Heaven (Ashleigh Graham, Mark Brinkman)

8. The Life Of Jesus (Rickey Graves)

9. One More Chance (Ashleigh Graham, Rick Lang, Scott Patrick)

10. Bless Your Little Heart (Ashleigh Graham)