Laney and Bishop are kicking off 2025 with the release of their new instrumental single, "B Funky," set to drop on January 17, 2025, under the Sound Biscuit label. “B Funky” offers an improvisational journey through bluegrass roots, infused with a fresh twist. It highlights the duo's exceptional talent, the remarkable ensemble of musicians featured and their ability to push traditional boundaries while staying true to the genre.
Colby Laney, who composed "B Funky," describes it as “just a fun tune that really lets us stretch out and improvise in the key of B. Bluegrass players often think of B as the 'blues jam' or 'mash' key, but we wanted to take it in a completely different direction—something fresh and different but still rooted in the tradition of jamming. It's one of those tracks that just makes you smile and have a good time while playing or listening."
The musicians featured on "B Funky" include Danielle Bishop on fiddle, Colby Laney on guitar and mandolin, Aaron Ramsey on mandolin, Jeff Partin on resophonic guitar, and Jacob Burleson on the electric bass.
Laney and Bishop have a rich musical heritage rooted in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville, NC. Both grew up in vibrant musical communities influenced by their fathers, who were integral to the local music scene. Despite performing with many of the same musicians for over a decade, Colby Laney and Danielle Bishop only met in the fall of 2022, a serendipitous event that has since blossomed into a powerful creative partnership.
Danielle Bishop is a celebrated fiddler with numerous accolades, including titles from Fiddlers Grove, the Galax Fiddlers Convention, and the Georgia Mountain State Fair. Colby Laney, a seasoned performer and IBMA award-winning songwriter, has graced iconic stages such as the Grand Ole Opry and the Ryman Auditorium.
“B Funky” will be available on all major streaming platforms beginning January 17, 2025. DJ’s may now download the single at airplaydirect.com/laneyandbishop or contact shane@soundbiscuit.com for downloads and promotional materials. You may also contact colbylaneymusic@gmail.com for interviews
"B Funky" is produced by Colby Laney and Dave Maggard, recording engineer and art designer is Shane Reman. The single was recorded, mixed, and mastered at Sound Biscuit Productions, Sevierville, TN. For more information please visit LAB's website