The king of modern bluegrass, Billy String, brought his electrifying sound to late-night television this Thanksgiving. Billy Strings delivered a powerful performance of “Seven Weeks in County” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
The performance showcased Strings and his stellar band weaving together a masterful tapestry of sound, with their dynamic interplay bringing the gritty, Western-tinged narrative to life. The song’s dark bluegrass elements were on full display as Strings and his bandmates – Billy Failing (banjo), Royal Masat (bass), and Jarrod Walker (mandolin) – demonstrated their exceptional musicianship. Check out a clip from the show and watch the full song below:
.@BillyStrings performs “Seven Weeks In County”!
Watch the full performance ⬇️https://t.co/EAMtpZ2JXw#FallonTonight pic.twitter.com/PqkFvNcao9
— The Tonight Show (@FallonTonight) November 29, 2024
Highway Prayers Making History
“Seven Weeks in County” comes from Strings’ latest album Highway Prayers, which has already carved its place in music history. Released on September 27th, the album achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first bluegrass record to reach No. 1 on Billboard’s all-genre Top Album Sales chart since 2002.
Highway Prayers represents an ambitious project featuring 20 tracks that showcase Strings’ virtuosic guitar work and songwriting prowess. The album was recorded in both Los Angeles and Nashville, featuring an impressive roster of guest musicians including:
- Jon Brion (bass, drums, percussion)
- Jerry Douglas (dobro)
- Jason Carter (fiddle)
- Cory Henry (piano)
Grammy Recognition and Tour Updates
Adding to his growing list of accolades, Strings’ Live Vol. 1 has earned a nomination for Best Bluegrass Album at the upcoming 2025 Grammy Awards. Strings will conclude 2024 with several high-profile performances.
December Shows:
- December 6-7: FedExForum – Memphis, TN
- December 10: BOK Center – Tulsa, OK
- December 12: Dickies Arena – Fort Worth, TX
- December 13: ACL Live at the Moody Theatre – Austin, TX
- December 14: Moody Center – Austin, TX
- December 29-31: UNO Lakefront Arena – New Orleans, LA
The momentum continues into 2025 with an extensive winter tour, including a remarkable six-night stand at ExploreAsheville.com Arena and performances at prestigious venues like Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena and the historic Ryman Auditorium.
