Acclaimed Canadian Americana artist Kyle McKearney is laying the groundwork for his third album with the blazing new single “Lonesome,” released April 26 on all digital platforms. The song finds McKearney teamed up with Grammy-nominated bluegrass guitar hero Trey Hensley, and his licks intertwined with McKearney’s soulful vocals proves to be a powerful combination.
Recorded with Kyle’s studio team near his home in rural Alberta, “Lonesome”bears all the traits of a classic bluegrass song, but super-charged through the work of some of the finest pickers around.
Kyle says, “I’ve been following Trey Hensley for years and have always been a huge fan of his playing, singing and southern charm. I got to meet Trey at a gig in Colorado, and I was blown away to learn that had been a fan of mine as well. My keyboard player, James and I wrote ‘Lonesome’ with Trey in mind, hoping that he’d jump on for a shred on his flattop. I love how this song turned out and am grateful to Trey and team for their contributions.”
Hensley adds, “I became a huge fan of Kyle McKearney the moment I heard his music several years ago. I became an even bigger fan when I got to meet him and hear him live out in Colorado last year. I knew then that I would love a chance to work on some music with him in the future. I was thrilled when the opportunity arose for me to go up to Alberta and record with Kyle for his new song ‘Lonesome.’ As soon as I heard the song, I immediately knew this was going to be a blast… and sure enough, it was an absolutely incredible experience. Kyle is such a phenomenally talented artist, and I’m beyond honored to be included on ‘Lonesome.'”
Kyle’s sophomore album A Traveler’s Lament received over 25 award nominations that generated 11 wins, including the 2023 Canadian Country Music Award for Alternative Country Album of the Year and a Canadian Folk Music Award for Contemporary Singer of the Year.
Kyle has also gone from playing local bars to major festivals and arenas across Canada in less than two years, supporting such artists as Lainey Wilson, The Black Crowes, Darius Rucker, Burton Cummings, Kip Moore, Jon Pardi, Stephen Wilson Jr., and more.
Trey Hensley is a Grammy-nominated musician and singer/songwriter who was voted the 2023 Guitar Player of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association. In addition to a storied solo career and his work as a duo with resophonic guitarist Rob Ickes, Trey has worked with a diverse list of artists including Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Marty Stuart, Earl Scruggs, Dolly Parton, Taj Mahal, Tommy Emmanuel, Rodney Crowell, Old Crow Medicine Show, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Little Feat and REO Speedwagon.
More details about Kyle McKearney’s new album will be revealed in the coming months. Stay tuned!
