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November 2011 (Bluegrass Unlimited - New Releases)

STONEY CREEK BLUEGRASS BAND
LIVE IN CONCERT
Calv’ry Music SC 102.

Stoney Creek is from Hedgesville, W.Va., and can be found playing venues in Northern Virginia and Maryland. This project is a live recording from a gig they performed at a local restaurant in their hometown before, what sounds like, a small but enthusiastic audience. Stoney Creek is Darrell Sanders (banjo), Brett Smeltzer (mandolin), Libby Files (bass), and Ed Barney (guitar). The song selection is heavy on standards from “Big Spike Hammer” to “Rocky Top” and “Salt Creek,” “Hello City Limits,” “Some Old Day,” “Listening To The Rain,” “Freeborn Man,” and others. Vocally the band is average with Barney and Files swapping leads. Files’ voice is rather harsh and takes getting used to. Barney is an excellent flatpicker, and Sanders shows he still has chops. Fans will want to get this project for sure. (Calv’ry Music, 284 Calvary Hill Rd., Hedgesville, WV 25427, www.stoneycreekbluegrass.net)


September 6, 2011

Stoney Creek Release “I'm Leaving Detroit” as New Single From Live Album

Hedgesville, WV (September 6, 2011) - Calv'ry Booking and Management is releasing "I'm Leaving Detroit” as the second single from Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band's "Live In Concert" album.  This updated version of the Charlie Moore classic is available through AirPlay Direct and is being serviced to bluegrass radio.

Stoney Creek's Darrell Sanders played banjo for the late Charlie Moore in 1977 at the age of 18.  Guitarist Ed Barney encouraged the band to revisit the song, and Ed provides lead vocals on the cut.

On Friday, September 9, Stoney Creek will be appearing on the main stage at Pickin' in the Panhandle, the West Virginia State BBQ and Bluegrass Festival in Hedgesville, WV.  Friday night's line-up also includes the Dixie Bee-Liners, Stacy Grubb, Appalachia, Sleepy Creek, and country-rock headliners Confederate Railroad.  Stoney Creek will be back on the main stage on Saturday, September 10, for two brief performances prior to full sets by Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper and the Lonesome River Band.

“Live In Concert” was recorded at Thelma’s Family Restaurant in Hedgesville.  The band describes the album as essentially a “thank you” to fans, as the band selected many of the songs based on fan requests and crowd response.  “Live In Concert” was released on July 26th with a radio premiere on WAMU's Bluegrass Country with Country Music DJ Hall of Famer Tom “Cat” Reeder. Stoney Creek also premiered the album on WDHC's "Beyond Country with the Doctor" on August 27th.

Stoney Creek's "I'm Leaving Detroit" single can be downloaded by broadcasters from AirPlay Direct.

Stoney Creek's upcoming tour dates and details about the new release can be found at the band's website StoneyCreekBluegrass.net or the band's Facebook page.

Booking and press inquiries for Stoney Creek can be made by contacting Calv'ry Booking and Management through CalvryBooking.com or by calling 304-268-1785.


August 26, 2011

Stoney Creek to Premiere Live Album on WDHC’s Beyond Country – August 27

Berkeley Springs, WV (August 26) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band will appear on Saturday’s (8/27) “Beyond Country with the Doctor” on WDHC 92.9 FM. Stoney Creek will join WDHC host “The Doctor” in the studio at 4:00 p.m. (EDT) to premiere their new album, “Live In Concert” and to discuss the long-awaited live project. 

Stoney Creek is also be promoting several upcoming appearances, including a main stage appearance at West Virginia’s Pickin’ in the Panhandle Festival on September 9, the band’s performance at the renowned Lucketts Bluegrass Series in Leesburg, Virginia, on October 22, and an appearance with the Grascals at the Berryville Bluegrass Series in Berryville, Virginia, on November 12.

"Live In Concert" visits banjo and dobro player Darrell Sanders’ back catalog from his days with Charlie Moore and Bill Harrell & the Virginians. Stoney Creek turns in a rendition of Moore’s “I’m Leaving Detroit”, as well as “Kickin’ Mule (Whoa Mule Whoa)”, which Darrell originally recorded with the Virginians on his 1983 solo album, “West Virginia Style”.

Mandolin player Brett Smeltzer handles lead vocal duties on the classic “Sitting On Top of the World”. Brett also sings a duet with Libby Files on a powerful version of the Osborne Brothers’ “Midnight Angel”. Libby sings several often-requested favorites here, including numbers from the Osborne Brothers, the Stanley Brothers, and Rhonda Vincent.

Guitarist Ed Barney handles most of the M.C. duties throughout the set (with some memorable lines from the rest of the band). Ed kicks off several guitar tunes and sings lead on many of the tracks, including a striking version of Jimmy Martin’s classic “Freeborn Man”. Ed also pays homage to the Osborne Brothers, as well as Flatt and Scruggs, and Red Allen.

“Live In Concert” was officially released in July and was also premiered on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country with Country Music DJ Hall of Famer Tom “Cat” Reeder.

“Beyond Country with the Doctor” airs on WDHC on 92.9 FM in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.  WDHC is a Country, Bluegrass, and Americana formatted station that can be heard across West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle and in parts of Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.  WDHC’s website is located at www.WDHC.com.

Stoney Creek's upcoming tour dates and details about the new releases can be found at the band's website StoneyCreekBluegrass.net or the band's Facebook page.


July 26, 2011 - LISTEN LIVE!  

Stoney Creek to Premiere Live Album on WAMU's Tom "Cat" Reeder Show - July 26

Washington, DC (July 26) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band will appear on Tuesday’s (7/26) Tom “Cat” Reeder Show on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country. Stoney Creek will be in the studio at 2:00 p.m. (EDT) to premiere their new album, “Live In Concert”. 

“Live In Concert” is officially available today. Country Music DJ Hall of Famer Tom “Cat” Reeder will premiere the live album and discuss the project with band members from the studios of WAMU’s Bluegrass Country in Washington, DC.

"Live In Concert" visits banjo and dobro player Darrell Sanders’ back catalog from his days with Charlie Moore and Bill Harrell & the Virginians. Stoney Creek turns in a rendition of Moore’s “I’m Leaving Detroit”, as well as “Kickin’ Mule (Whoa Mule Whoa)”, which Darrell originally recorded with the Virginians on his 1983 solo album, “West Virginia Style”.

Mandolin player Brett Smeltzer handles lead vocal duties on the classic “Sitting On Top of the World”. Brett also sings a duet with Libby Files on a powerful version of the Osborne Brothers’ “Midnight Angel”. Libby sings several often-requested favorites here, including numbers from the Osborne Brothers, the Stanley Brothers, and Rhonda Vincent.

Guitarist Ed Barney handles most of the M.C. duties throughout the set (with some memorable lines from the rest of the band). Ed kicks off several guitar tunes and sings lead on many of the tracks, including a striking version of Jimmy Martin’s classic “Freeborn Man”. Ed also pays homage to the Osborne Brothers, as well as Flatt and Scruggs, and Red Allen.

WAMU’s Bluegrass Country is on air at 105.5 FM in northern Virginia, on HD Radio at 88.5-2, and online at BluegrassCountry.org.

Stoney Creek's upcoming tour dates and details about the new releases can be found at the band's website StoneyCreekBluegrass.net or the band's Facebook page.


July 7, 2011

Stoney Creek “Take the Blame” on New Single, Live Album

Hedgesville, WV (July 7, 2011) - Calv'ry Booking and Management will release "Live In Concert”, the new album from Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band, on Tuesday, July 26th.  The debut single, a newly crafted version of the Stanley Brothers’ “I’ll Take the Blame”, has been released through AirPlay Direct and is being serviced to bluegrass radio.

Stoney Creek will join host Tom “Cat” Reeder on WAMU's Bluegrass Country for an exclusive premiere of the new album on July 26th. Fans can pick up the new album early at a special hometown CD release show on July 15th at Thelma’s Family Restaurant in Hedgesville.

"Live In Concert" visits banjo and dobro player Darrell Sanders’ back catalog from his days with Charlie Moore and Bill Harrell & the Virginians. Stoney Creek turns in a rendition of Moore’s “I’m Leaving Detroit”, as well as “Kickin’ Mule (Whoa Mule Whoa)”, which Darrell originally recorded with the Virginians on his 1983 solo album, “West Virginia Style”.

Mandolin player Brett Smeltzer handles lead vocal duties on the classic “Sitting On Top of the World”. Brett also sings a duet with Libby Files on a powerful version of the Osborne Brothers’ “Midnight Angel”. Libby sings several often-requested favorites here, including numbers from the Osborne Brothers, the Stanley Brothers, and Rhonda Vincent.

Guitarist Ed Barney handles most of the M.C. duties throughout the set (with some memorable lines from the rest of the band). Ed kicks off several guitar tunes and sings lead on many of the tracks, including a striking version of Jimmy Martin’s classic “Freeborn Man”. Ed also pays homage to the Osborne Brothers, as well as Flatt and Scruggs, and Red Allen.

“Live In Concert” was recorded at Thelma’s Family Restaurant in Hedgesville, the band's hometown. This location, under different ownership, had been home to the band during its early days. The restaurant proved to be a key venue for trying out new material and building a local fan base during the band's formative years. The location was closed for an extended period of time, until Thelma's Family Restaurant moved into the location in mid-2010. During this hiatus, Stoney Creek had been discussing the possibility of recording a live album there if the location ever reopened. Thelma's expressed interest in bringing Stoney Creek back to the reopened venue on a regular basis, and the band accepted the opportunity. Back on a familiar stage, the band decided to finally record the long-awaited live album during the winter months of 2010 and 2011.  

The album in many ways captures the full experience of a Stoney Creek concert.  “Live In Concert” was recorded through the band’s stage mics, a set-up less clean and isolated than a studio environment.  As a result, “Live In Concert” captures the chaos and crowd presence in a way not possible in the studio.  The album is essentially a “thank you” to fans, as the band selected many of the songs based on fan requests and crowd response.  While some artists might avoid releasing another version of “Rocky Top”, “Big Spike Hammer”, or “Soldier’s Joy”, such tunes are included on this album because the audience wanted to hear them.

The CD release show will be held at Thelma’s Family Restaurant in Hedgesville, WV, on Friday, July 15th from 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Admission will be $5.00 and reserved seating is recommended. For reserved seating or additional information for the July 15th CD release show, contact Thelma’s Family Restaurant at 304-754-0158.

“Live In Concert” will officially be available on Tuesday, July 26th. That afternoon, Country Music DJ Hall of Famer Tom “Cat” Reeder will premiere the live album and discuss the project with band members from the studios of WAMU’s Bluegrass Country in Washington, DC. WAMU’s Bluegrass Country is on air at 105.5 FM in northern Virginia, on HD Radio at 88.5-2, online at BluegrassCountry.org and available to iPhone and iPod touch users through the iTunes Store.

Stoney Creek's upcoming tour dates and details about the new releases can be found at the band's website StoneyCreekBluegrass.net or the band's Facebook page.

Booking and press inquiries for Stoney Creek can be made by contacting Calv'ry Booking and Management through CalvryBooking.com or by calling 304-268-1785.


June 6, 2011

Stoney Creek Announces Release Date and Radio Premiere for New Live Album

Hedgesville, WV (June 6, 2011) - Calv'ry Booking and Management will release "Live In Concert”, the new album from Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band, on Tuesday, July 26th. Stoney Creek will join host Tom “Cat” Reeder on WAMU's Bluegrass Country for an exclusive premiere of the new album on July 26th. Fans can pick up the new album early at a special hometown CD release show on July 15th at Thelma’s Family Restaurant in Hedgesville.

"Live In Concert" visits banjo and dobro player Darrell Sanders’ back catalog from his days with Charlie Moore and Bill Harrell & the Virginians. Stoney Creek turns in a rendition of Moore’s “I’m Leaving Detroit”, as well as “Kickin’ Mule (Whoa Mule Whoa)”, which Darrell originally recorded with the Virginians on his 1983 solo album, “West Virginia Style”.

Mandolin player Brett Smeltzer handles lead vocal duties on the classic “Sitting On Top of the World”. Brett also sings a duet with Libby Files on a powerful version of the Osborne Brothers’ “Midnight Angel”. Libby sings several often-requested favorites here, including numbers from the Osborne Brothers, the Stanley Brothers, and Rhonda Vincent.

Guitarist Ed Barney handles most of the M.C. duties throughout the set (with some memorable lines from the rest of the band). Ed kicks off several guitar tunes and sings lead on many of the tracks, including a striking version of Jimmy Martin’s classic “Freeborn Man”. Ed also pays homage to the Osborne Brothers, as well as Flatt and Scruggs and Red Allen.

“Live In Concert” was recorded at Thelma’s Family Restaurant in Hedgesville, the band's hometown. This location, under different ownership, had been home to the band during its early days. The restaurant proved to be a key venue for trying out new material and building a local fan base during the band's formative years. The location was closed for an extended period of time, until Thelma's Family Restaurant moved into the location in mid-2010. During this hiatus, Stoney Creek had been discussing the possibility of recording a live album there if the location ever reopened. Thelma's expressed interest in bringing Stoney Creek back to the reopened venue on a regular basis, and the band accepted the opportunity. Back on a familiar stage, the band decided to finally record the long-awaited live album during the winter months of 2010 and 2011.

“Live In Concert” will officially be available on Tuesday, July 26th. That afternoon, Country Music DJ Hall of Famer Tom “Cat” Reeder will premiere the live album and discuss the project with band members from the studios of WAMU’s Bluegrass Country in Washington, DC. WAMU’s Bluegrass Country is on air at 105.5 FM in northern Virginia, on HD Radio at 88.5-2, online at BluegrassCountry.org and available to iPhone and iPod touch users through the iTunes Store.

The CD release show will be held at Thelma’s Family Restaurant in Hedgesville, WV, on Friday, July 15th from 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Admission will be $5.00 and reserved seating is recommended. For reserved seating or additional information for the July 15th CD release show, contact Thelma’s Family Restaurant at 304-754-0158.

Stoney Creek's upcoming tour dates and details about the new releases can be found at the band's website StoneyCreekBluegrass.net or the band's Facebook page.

Booking and press inquiries for Stoney Creek can be made by contacting Calv'ry Booking and Management through CalvryBooking.com or by calling 304-268-1785.


April 8, 2011

Stoney Creek's Brett Smeltzer endorses Davis Mandolins

BLUEMONT, VA - Davis Mandolins has added Stoney Creek's Brett Smeltzer to its roster of artists.

Buddy Davis has built instruments for many top musicians, including Larry Stephenson and Smiley Hobbs, Norman Wright, and Blue Grass Boy Charlie Smith.

"I've known of Buddy Davis and his mandolins for over 17 years and was pleased to have had obtained a custom built F5 mandolin in 2007. It is nice to own an instrument that was built actually for me to my specs," Brett says.

Smeltzer can be heard at live shows with Stoney Creek and on the band's "Hot Off the Press" project. The album's latest single is "Going To Georgia," an extremely energetic update of the traditional tune made famous by the Stanley Brothers. Brett's mandolin kicks off the tune. Bluegrass Unlimited called the album "mainstream bluegrass at its best" in the magazine's February 2011 issue.

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is preparing two new projects for 2011: the band's first live album and a gospel project. In addition to a busy show schedule this summer, Stoney Creek is also selecting material for the official studio follow-up to 2010's "Hot Off the Press" album.

Stoney Creek's upcoming tour dates and details about the new releases can be found at the band's website. Fans can connect with the band on Facebook.

Booking and press inquiries for Stoney Creek can be made by contacting Calv'ry Booking and Management through www.CalvryBooking.com or by calling 304-268-1785.

Buddy Davis designs and handcrafts mandolins for highly acclaimed musicians. From the Grand Old Opry to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the exceptional sound of a Davis Mandolin is unmistakable. This remarkable sound and the beauty of the craftsmanship are the reasons that the following top musicians have had instruments specially designed by Buddy Davis. Using the finest materials, Davis Mandolins are handcrafted in a time-honored tradition since 1958. Buddy Davis also specializes in custom-made banjos, five string conversions, restorations, custom inlay, refinishing, and repairs on all string instruments. Contact Buddy Davis at 304-728-6256 or visit www.DavisMandolins.com.


February 2011 (Bluegrass Unlimited - New Releases by Les McIntyre)

STONEY CREEK BLUEGRASS BAND
HOT OFF THE PRESS

The Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is a West Virginia foursome consisting of noted banjo picker Darrell Sanders, Brett Smeltzer (mandolin and vocals), Ed Barney (guitar and vocals) and Libby Files (bass and vocals). Hot Off The Press is the group’s latest recording venture and has apparently drawn praises from a myriad of sources. The dozen selections are an interesting assembly of bluegrass standards including “Steel Rails,” “Sweetheart You Done Me Wrong,” “Erase The Miles,” “Long Gone” and the classic Pete Wernick instrumental “Armadillo Breakdown.” Hot Off The Press is mainstream bluegrass at its best and another significant milestone in the musical journey of the Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band.


January 27, 2011 (The Journal) - Artist Darrell Sanders joins Deering Banjo Company

MARTINSBURG - The Deering Banjo Company has added banjo veteran Darrell Sanders to its roster of artists.

"Talented endorsing artists like Darrell Sanders who play Deering banjos are very much appreciated. Giving the audience a chance to hear our banjos in the hands of a skilled musician not only helps promote our banjos but helps inspire them to play banjo. There can't be too many banjo players in the world! And we want them all to play Deering. We thank Darrell Sanders and the Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band for helping make this happen", said Carolina Bridges of the Deering Banjo Company.

Sanders has been playing his Deering Golden Era model banjo since 1986. The instrument originally belonged to renowned West Virginia classical banjo player and luthier Andy Boarman.

Sanders began playing professionally in 1977 with Charlie Moore and the Dixie Partners. Sanders spent 10 years with Bill Harrell and the Virginians, touring and recording from the late 1970s until the late 1980s. Sanders, of Martinsburg, released an instrumental solo album ("West Virginia Style") on Webco Records in 1983. "West Virginia Style" features Sanders along with the Virginians (Bill Harrell, Carl Nelson, Ed Ferris, Larry Stephenson) and special guest Mike Auldridge. In the 1990s, Sanders was a founding member of the Scott Brannon Band.

Sanders went on to join Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band in 2003. Stoney Creek's new project, "Hot Off the Press," has gained support from bluegrass radio as well as fans of the band's hard-driving, high- energy live show.

In the liner notes for "Hot Off the Press," Berryville Bluegrass Series promoter Frank Jurney writes, "I expected it to be very strong instrumentally. I've been familiar with super banjo picker Darrell Sanders since his days with the excellent band, Bill Harrell and the Virginians. He, along with guitar player Ed Barney, mandolin player Brett Smeltzer and bass player Libby Files, certainly delivered to my expectations." Stoney Creek will be appearing with the Grascals on Nov. 12 at the Berryville Bluegrass Series in Berryville, Va.

"It's good to hear my old friend Darrell Sanders pick again. I think we both learned from the best," says Larry Stephenson, who began his professional career with the Virginians.

Lee Michael Demsey (WAMU's Bluegrass Country) notes that "one of my favorite memories of the 1980s bluegrass scene was seeing Darrell Sanders play his banjo with one of the best bands on the national circuit, Bill Harrell and the Virginians. Darrell keeps that sound a rollin'."

Sanders and his Deering Golden Era banjo can be heard at live shows with Stoney Creek and on the band's "Hot Off the Press" project. The album's latest single is "Going To Georgia," an extremely energetic update of the traditional tune made famous by the Stanley Brothers. Sanders' banjo break tips the hat to Ralph Stanley's clawhammer style and the song's pre-bluegrass roots. Equally known for his backup work, Sanders' hard-driving style can be heard throughout the song. Stoney Creek's 2011 show schedule can be found at www.stoneycreekbluegrass.net.

Celebrating 35 years of quality banjo manufacturing this year, the Deering Banjo Company is the largest banjo manufacturer of American-made banjos in the world. The Deering catalog reads like a virtual "who's who" of the world's most outstanding banjo virtuosos.

For more information visit www.deeringbanjos.com or call its toll-free number, 800-845-7791.


January 13, 2011

Still Cool Waters - Stoney Creek, Libby Files headed to Brunswick

From The Gazette


December 26, 2010

Stoney Creek Releases 'Going To Georgia' Single

Washington, DC. (December 27) - Calv'ry Booking and Management is pleased to announce the new single release "Going To Georgia" by Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band. This track is an extremely energetic update of the traditional tune made famous by the Stanley Brothers. Stoney Creek's version is found on their latest project, "Hot Off the Press". Radio broadcasters can download the single from AirPlay Direct.

"Going To Georgia" begins with blazing mandolin kick off by Brett Smeltzer. Darrell Sanders' banjo break tips the hat to Ralph Stanley's clawhammer style and the song's pre-bluegrass roots. Ed Barney turns in a fluid break that proves why he is one of the unsung heroes of contemporary bluegrass guitar.

Berryville Bluegrass Series promoter Frank Jurney writes: "I expected it to be very strong instrumentally. I've been familiar with super banjo player Darrell Sanders since his days with the excellent band Bill Harrell and the Virginians. After listening, I was equally impressed with the group's vocals.  Libby (Files) is among the rising number of female vocalists who are making a big impact on bluegrass music. She's very easy to listen to and the group's harmony is top notch."

Stoney Creek provides a sound that hits harder than most - high energy, hard driving versions of traditional songs and obscure deep cuts that capture the live energy often polished out by other artists on studio projects.  Stoney Creek not only captures the drive, but also turns up the heat with tight harmonies and stunning instrumental skill.  The next Stoney Creek project will extend these qualities to several original tracks that have been winning over fans on the road.

Stoney Creek features several bluegrass veterans who are no strangers to the road. Ed Barney has toured internationally as lead guitarist for Up With People. Brett Smeltzer spent several years touring and recording with one of Maryland's premiere bluegrass acts, Jack Sanbower and the No Leeway Band. Darrell Sanders spent ten years with the Virginians, as well as a stint with Charlie Moore and the Dixie Partners.  Stoney Creek was founded by bassist Libby Files, whose lead vocals are featured on "Going To Georgia".

Among others, Stoney Creek has shared the stage with Loretta Lynn, Ronnie Reno, and IBMA favorites Michael Cleveland and Flamekeeper. In May 2010, Stoney Creek was named "Artist of the Week" by Bluegrass Music Profiles magazine.  In August 2010, Stoney Creek did an hour long in-studio performance on WAMU's Bluegrass Country in Washington, DC.  Stoney Creek was also featured at the renowned Lucketts Fair in Lucketts, Virginia.

Stoney Creek will be staying busy in the winter months, beginning their 2011 season with show dates in January.  Check out www.StoneyCreekBluegrass.net for details.

Radio broadcasters not affiliated with AirPlay Direct can receive digital tracks (or physical CDs of "Hot Off the Press") from Calv'ry Booking and Management (www.CalvryBooking.com).

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December 1, 2010

Stoney Creek Signs with Calv'ry Booking and Management

Washington, DC (December 1) - Libby Files of Stoney Creek has announced her band's signing with Calv'ry Booking and Management. The newly launched company features many of the in-house team members who were involved in the production, release, and promotion of Stoney Creek's latest CD, "Hot Off the Press". Calv'ry also coordinates the band's booking through several talent agencies. 

"By starting this booking agency, it freed me up some by letting others that were already involved handle a lot of the bookings," Files said. "It lets the band concentrate on learning new songs (and perhaps writing some of their own) and doing the best shows possible."

Stoney Creek's touring base is around the greater Washington, DC area (including Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia). The band is hoping to expand their base into additional areas where radio has supported "Hot Off the Press".

Stoney Creek features several bluegrass veterans who are no strangers to the road. Ed Barney has toured internationally as lead guitarist for Up With People. Brett Smeltzer (mandolin) spent several years touring and recording with one of Maryland's premiere bluegrass acts, Jack Sanbower and the No Leeway Band. Darrell Sanders (banjo, dobro) spent ten years touring and recording professionally with Bill Harrell and the Virginians. He also played with Charlie Moore and the Dixie Partners. Among others, Stoney Creek has shared the stage with Loretta Lynn, Ronnie Reno, and IBMA favorites Michael Cleveland and Flamekeeper.

The management side of Calv'ry will continue to handle Stoney Creek's publicity and promotion. The band's latest CD, "Hot Off the Press", has gained airplay on local stations and syndicated programs in over 140 cities in the United States. Cuts from the album have also been featured on programming in Australia, Europe, and the South Pacific islands. "Libby is among the rising number of female vocalists who are making a big impact on bluegrass music," according to Frank Jurney of Virginia's Berryville Bluegrass Series. Stoney Creek are scheduled to appear with the Grascals at Berryville in November 2011.

Stoney Creek are currently preparing to go back into the studio to record the follow-up to "Hot Off the Press". The band will be recording several upcoming shows for a possible live album.

Calv'ry Booking and Management can be found online at www.CalvryBooking.com.

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August 19, 2010 -

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Stoney Creek on WAMU's Tom "Cat" Reeder Show - August 24

Washington, DC (August 19) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band will appear on Tuesday’s (8/24) Tom “Cat” Reeder Show on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country. Stoney Creek will be in the studio at 2:00 (EDT) to discuss their new album, “Hot Off the Press”, and their August 28 appearance at the Lucketts Fair.

“Hot Off the Press” was released in April and features liner notes from Larry Stephenson, WAMU’s Lee Michael Demsey, and Berryville Bluegrass Series promoter Frank Jurney. "Hot Off the Press" is available from the Music Shed (www.musicshed.com) and the band's website (www.stoneycreekbluegrass.net).

Stoney Creek features renowned banjo player Darrell Sanders (formerly of Bill Harrell and the Virginians, and Charlie Moore and the Dixie Partners). Stoney Creek also features mandolin player Brett Smeltzer, who spent several years touring and recording with “Maryland’s Five String King” Jack Sanbower. The band’s guitarist is Ed Barney, who also plays lead guitar with Patent Pending. Stoney Creek is completed by bassist and founding member Libby Files. Stoney Creek was recently named “Artist of the Week” by Bluegrass Music Profiles.

Stoney Creek will play two sets on August 28 at the 38th Annual Lucketts Fair. The fair runs from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Other groups performing on Saturday include the Patuxent Partners, the Scott Brannon Band, and Five of a Kind. Sunday’s lineup includes Patent Pending, Ernie Bradley and the Grassy Ridge Band, the Company Store, and Iron Ridge.

Stoney Creek is based out of West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle. "Hot Off the Press" was recorded at Old World Media in Hedgesville, WV.

The Tom “Cat” Reeder Show will air on Tuesday (8/24) from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm (EDT) on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country.

WAMU's Bluegrass Country is a member-supported public radio station dedicated to honoring the past and supporting the future of bluegrass. BluegrassCountry.org has more than 60,000 unique visitors per month. The station is on air at 105.5 FM in northern Virginia, on HD Radio at 88.5-2, online at BluegrassCountry.org and available to iPhone and iPod touch users through the iTunes Store.

 


May 12, 2010 -

STONEY CREEK is the featured Artist of the Week for Bluegrass Music Profiles
magazine:
http://bluegrassmusicprofiles.com/artistoftheweek

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is Bluegrass Music Profiles’ Artist of the Week

Hedgesville, WV (May 12, 2010) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band has been chosen as the Bluegrass Music Profiles “Artist of the Week” for the week of May 12. The “Artist of the Week” page is located at the magazine’s website, BluegrassMusicProfiles.com. Stoney Creek’s Libby Files answers questions about the band’s touring plans and their new album “Hot Off the Press”. The page also contains a streaming MP3 of the track “Steel Rails” from “Hot Off the Press”.

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band features Libby Files on bass and vocals, Brett Smeltzer on mandolin and vocals, Ed Barney on guitar and vocals, and Darrell Sanders on banjo, dobro, and vocals.

Darrell Sanders spent ten years with Bill Harrell and the Virginians, and also played with Charlie Moore and the Dixie Partners. Ed Barney toured internationally as lead guitarist for Up With People. Brett Smeltzer spent several years with the late Jack Sanbower and the No Leeway Band, one of Maryland’s top touring bands in the 1990s.

The new album, “Hot Off the Press”, is the first album by the current line-up of Stoney Creek. Tracks from the album have been gaining adds on bluegrass and gospel radio in the United States, Europe, and Australia. The band’s website (StoneyCreekBluegrass.net) contains an online store for ordering “Hot Off the Press”, tour dates, radio locations, and links to the band’s social network pages.

Bluegrass Music Profiles is a bi-monthly magazine that focuses on the personalities behind the music. Regular features include the BMP Top 30 Hot Singles and Top 10 Albums charts, news and CD reviews.

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April 27, 2010 -

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band's new album is "Hot Off the Press"!

Hedgesville, West Virginia (April 27, 2010) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is pleased to release their latest album, "Hot Off the Press".

Audio samples are posted on the Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band web site, as well as the band's official social network pages. The album contains liner notes written by several prominent figures in bluegrass.

Larry Stephenson notes that the album contains "lots of great songs here performed with excitement and energy. SCBB has a bright future ahead of them. It's also good to hear my old friend Darrell Sanders pick again".

WAMU's Lee Michael Demsey asks "what is the heart and soul, what is the backbone of our music? It's the bands that put out a fine sound, and spread the good word about our music to the grass roots audiences. Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is one of the best of these kinds of bands. Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band has a lot to be proud of with this CD".

Longtime Berryville Bluegrass Series promoter Frank Jurney writes that "Libby is among the rising number of female vocalists who are making a big impact on bluegrass music. She's very easy to listen to and the group's harmony is top notch. I highly recommend this latest project from Stoney Creek to any lover of traditional bluegrass".

Stoney Creek's Libby Files will be a guest on the April 27th edition of Country Unplugged with Uncle Billy Dunbar. The program will air on World Wide Bluegrass from 6pm - 10pm (Eastern). The interview will be pre-recorded, but Libby and other members of the band plan to be in the World Wide Bluegrass chat room to talk with listeners during the broadcast.

The first single to hit bluegrass and gospel airwaves is the band's rendition of "So Happy I'll Be". Other tracks receiving airplay have been "My Sweet Blue-Eyed Darlin'","Steel Rails", "Rank Stranger", and "Long Gone". A complete list of radio stations and syndicated programs is available on the band's web site (StoneyCreekBluegrass.net).

The band has chosen to self-release "Hot Off the Press", while retaining the option to license the album in the future for wider distribution. "Hot Off the Press" is currently scheduled to be sold at the band's web site (StoneyCreekBluegrass.net), select retail locations, and at live appearances.

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band features banjo legend Darrell Sanders. Darrell previously played banjo with Charlie Moore & the Dixie Partners and spent ten years with Bill Harrell & the Virginians (along with a young Larry Stephenson). Bill Harrell & the Virginians, also featuring Carl Nelson on fiddle and Ed Ferris on bass, made numerous albums for Rebel and Webco Records. The Virginians played on Sanders’ 1983 instrumental solo album "West Virginia Style" on Webco Records.

Although Stoney Creek has recorded several CDs in the past ten years, "Hot Off the Press" is the first release by the current line-up and Darrell's first major bluegrass project in over 20 years. "Hot Off the Press" is a long-awaited return to the wider bluegrass circuit from the renowned picker.

Guitarist Ed Barney also plays with longtime bluegrass veterans Patent Pending. Best known for the gospel track "Barabas", Patent Pending has released several albums on Copper Creek Records in recent years. Ed also toured internationally as a lead guitarist for Up With People.

Mandolin player Brett Smeltzer spent several years playing with "Maryland's Five String King", the late Jack Sanbower & the No Leeway Band - one of Maryland's top bluegrass bands of the 1990s. The No Leeway Band released numerous albums on Sanbower's own label, Buck Hollow Records. As a talented vocalist, mandolinist, and multi-instrumentalist, Brett has also been a member of numerous gospel and bluegrass bands.

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is managed by "one of the hardest working women in bluegrass": bassist, vocalist, and founding member Libby Files.

The album cover for "Hot Off the Press" was designed by Josh Triggs at 3MI Photography in Martinsburg, West Virginia.

"Hot Off the Press" was produced by Aaron Kilmer, who has also traveled with the band as a live sound engineer since 2009. The project was recorded at Old World Media in Hedgesville, West Virginia.

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band has posted a partial list of upcoming tour dates in support of the new album.

"Hot Off the Press" track listing:

1. My Sweet Blue-Eyed Darlin'

2. Steel Rails

3. Love of the Mountains

4. Rank Stranger

5. Armadillo Breakdown

6. Sweetheart You Done Me Wrong

7. So Happy I'll Be

8. Long Gone

9. Ridin' the Red Line

10. Erase the Miles

11. Going To Georgia

12. Road To Columbus

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In the Media

November 2011 (Bluegrass Unlimited) - New Releases

September 7, 2011 - Stoney Creek Releases "I'm Leaving Detroit" as New Single From Live Album

September 6, 2011 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band Release New Single To Radio

August 26, 2011 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek to Premiere Live Album on WDHC's Beyond Country - August 27

August 26, 2011 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek Visits the Doctor on WDHC Saturday

July 29, 2011 (The Journal) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band concert

July 26, 2011 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek To Premiere Live Album On WAMU's Tom "Cat" Reeder Show

July 26, 2011 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek to Premiere Live Album on WAMU's Bluegrass Country

July 13, 2011 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek Releasing "Live In Concert" CD

July 11, 2011 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek "Take the Blame" on New Single, Live Album

July 7, 2011 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek 'Take the Blame' on New Single, Live Album

June 20, 2011 (Cybergrass) - Remembering 'West Virginia Style' Album on West Virginia Day

June 6, 2011 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek Announces Release Date and Radio Premiere for New Live Album

June 6, 2011 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek Announces Release Date and Radio Premiere for New Live Album

April 14, 2011 (The Journal) - Mandolin maker group adds local bluegrass artist to roster

April 11, 2011 (In The Panhandle) - Stoney Creek's Brett Smeltzer endorses Davis Mandolins

April 8, 2011 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek's Brett Smeltzer Endorses Davis Mandolins

April 8, 2011 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band Preparing Two Projects For 2011 Release

April 6, 2011 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band preparing first live album and gospel project

February 2011 (Bluegrass Unlimited) - New Releases

January 27, 2011 (The Journal) - Artist Darrell Sanders joins Deering Banjo Company

January 24, 2011 (In the Panhandle) - Darrell Sanders joins Deering Banjo artist roster

January 23, 2011 (Cybergrass) - Darrell Sanders Joins Deering Artist Roster

January 13, 2011 (The Gazette) - Still Cool Waters

January 5, 2011 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band Releases New Single 'Going To Georgia'

December 27, 2010 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek Releases 'Going To Georgia' Single

December 26, 2010 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek Releases 'Going To Georgia' Single

December 2, 2010 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek Signs with Calv'ry Booking and Management

December 1, 2010 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek Signs with Calv'ry Booking and Management

October 11, 2010 (The Bluegrass Blog) - Flamekeeper Pickin' in the Park

October 8, 2010 (The Winchester Star) - First bluegrass 'Pickin' in the Park

October 8, 2010 (In the Panhandle) - Award-winning bluegrass band Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper appearing at Pickin' in the Park 10/10

October 7, 2010 (Cybergrass) - Pickin' in the Park with Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper

August 20, 2010 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band Set For Appearance on WAMU Bluegrass Country's Tom "Cat" Reeder Show

August 19, 2010 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek on WAMU's Tom "Cat" Reeder Show - August 24

August 19, 2010 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek on WAMU'S Tom "Cat" Reeder Show on August 24

August 8, 2010 (The Herald Mail) - Stoney Creek's pickin' leaves audience grinnin' (with video)

June 3, 2010 (The Martinsburg Journal) - Local guitarist releases solo record

May 14, 2010 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is Bluegrass Music Profiles’ Artist of the Week

May 13, 2010 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band featured as BMP “artist of the week

May 13, 2010 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek is Bluegrass Music Profiles' Artist of the Week

May 7, 2010 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band tracks to air on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country on Saturday May 8th

May 7, 2010 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band’s new CD to be featured on WAMU Bluegrass Country

May 7, 2010 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band Tracks to Air on WAMU's Bluegrass Country

April 27, 2010 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band’s new album is “Hot Off the Press”!

April 27, 2010 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band’s “Hot Off the Press” now available

April 27, 2010 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band's new album is 'Hot Off The Press'

April 22, 2010 (The Martinsburg Journal) - Band’s new album is ‘Hot Off the Press’

April 22, 2010 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek's Libby Files to appear on Country Unplugged on April 27

March 30, 2010 (In the Panhandle) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band’s new album is “Hot Off the Press”!

March 30, 2010 (Cybergrass) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band's new album is ''Hot Off the Press'' on April 27

March 29, 2010 (Bluegrass Journal) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band’s “Hot Off the Press” set for April 27 release

January 20, 2010 (The Bluegrass Blog) - Darrell Sanders and Larry Stephenson – a Virginians reunion

 

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