The Ballad of Charlie Avalon is a concept album containing two LPs, complete with narration by a special guest and brilliantly written Fred Kosak and performed by Stillhouse Junkies. This is SHJ fourth studio album and first on Common Loon Records. Recorded at the Tractor Shed by acclaimed sound engineer Sean Sullivan and produced by Joe Newberry, this album is full of imagery of Charlie Avalon’s travels from the Louisiana bayou to the big city, NY City.

Fred Kosak sings lead on all songs and plays guitar and octave mandolin. Alissa Wolf plays fiddle and sings harmony. Matt Thomas plays bass and sings harmony on one track. Eric Lee plays mandolin and fiddle, and sings harmony.

 April 8, 2025

Dothan, Alabama – Common Loon Records is pleased to announce the signing of the Bibelhauser Brothers to their roster. Known for performances that showcase brother harmonies, musical improvisation, and forward leaning, songwriter driven arrangements, Bibelhauser Brothers project a fresh sound that aligns perfectly with Common Loon's mission to promote original roots music.

Identical twins and Kentuckians, Aaron (guitar) and Adam (bass), are joined on the road and in the studio by their lifelong heroes Jeff Guernsey (mandolin, fiddle), and Steve Cooley (banjo).  Along with their instrumental prowess, the brothers’ voices combine into an unmistakable sonic powerhouse that can often be heard on stages and radio broadcasts around the country.  Aaron is an award-winning songwriter, having penned chart-topping hits for renowned bluegrass acts including Del McCoury Band, Balsam Range, Dale Ann Bradley, and more.  Jeff Guernsey and Steve Cooley have spent multiple decades performing bluegrass and country music in every corner of the globe with the likes of the Dillards, Vince Gill, and Steve Wariner.

Since forming in 2023, the Bibelhauser Brothers have released two full length albums (Close Harmony & LIVE) and have recently completed a third album Down the Road, which is set to release on October 1, 2025, on Common Loon Records.  Their upcoming single “One Tin Soldier” drops on May 15th, and features fellow Kentuckian and Bluegrass Hall of Fame member, Sam Bush, on mandolin and lead vocal.  This single will foreshadow an album full of more collaborations with the likes of Dale Ann Bradley, Michael Cleveland, John Cowan, and Scott T Smith.    

"I first met Aaron and Jeff in Louisville, Kentucky, in studio during the recording of Michael Prewitt’s latest album, and I quickly realized their musical abilities were off the charts. Aaron’s songwriting and the album’s collaborations are pure excitement”, says Stickler.  "We're fired up to have this record on the Common Loon label”.

When Stickler asked Fred Kosak and Allissa Wolf of Stillhouse Junkies what they thought of having the Bibelhauser Brothers on the label, they responded “The Bibelhauser Brothers have some of the finest pickers and singers that we’ve had the pleasure of hearing. We are so excited to have them as label mates!”

For more information on Bibelhauser Brothers and to stay updated on their upcoming releases, follow them on Facebook or Instagram, or visit their website at bluegrassevolution.com

The first single off of the Stillhouse Junkies’ highly anticipated album is available on all platforms!

Colorado-based bluegrass jam band, Stillhouse Junkies, sign a record deal with Common Loon Records.

DOTHAN, Alabama. – Something He Can Handle, slated for release on October 25th on Common Loon Records, is a masterful album. The album boasts seven Prewitt originals and three additional tunes that feel like Prewitt wrote them. The social ramble ain’t restful, but it makes for great songs!

“Dark Clouds on the Cumberland” is the third single released on Michael Prewitt’s upcoming bluegrass album Something He Can Handle, slated for release on October 25th. This is a timeless tune written by Will Sears (Goldbug Revival).

“Put the Bottle Down” is the second single released on Michael Prewitt’s upcoming bluegrass album Something He Can Handle, slated for release in October.

Prewitt’s unique voice and songwriting style stands out in this sparse, poetic meditation on regret.

Inaugural Mayhaw Music Festival to be held on Saturday, October 5 at Honey Bee Farms in Cottonwood, Alabama.

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