Carl Story & the Rambling Mountaineers

Carl Story & the Rambling Mountaineers were pioneers of bluegrass gospel and one of the earliest groups to focus primarily on sacred music within the bluegrass genre. Often referred to as the "Father of Bluegrass Gospel," Carl Story got his start in the 1930s and led the Rambling Mountaineers through several decades of influential recordings. His band was known for its tight vocal harmonies, traditional instrumentation, and heartfelt devotion to gospel themes, which helped shape the sound of religious bluegrass.

Story originally played fiddle with Bill Monroe before launching his own group, and over time, Carl Story & the Rambling Mountaineers became a staple on the southern gospel and bluegrass circuit. The band recorded for labels like Mercury and Starday, and their songs like “Rock of My Soul” and “I'm Going Home” continue to resonate with fans of vintage gospel music. Their legacy endures as a cornerstone of the bluegrass gospel tradition.

Genres

Folk

Country

Gospel

Americana

Bluegrass

Southern Gospel

Christian Country

Traditional Bluegrass

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Latest Release

Inside the Gate of the Promised Land

Carl Story & the Rambling Mountaineers

Single - Released January 1, 2025