Daryl Mosley Revisits Outlaw Jesse James’ Hidden Past in Hometown-Inspired New Single "Me and Mr. Howard" – Out Now!

Nashville, TN (August 30, 2024) – Award-winning Bluegrass singer/songwriter Daryl Mosley has just released his latest single, "Me and Mr. Howard." The lively Bluegrass tune tells the captivating story of the notorious outlaw Jesse James and his wife, Zee, who settled in Daryl's hometown of Waverly, Tennessee, under the alias Mr. J.D. Howard. Fans can download or stream the full song HERE. Radio Programmers can access via AirPlayDirect.

Written solely by Mosley, "Me and Mr. Howard" is told from the perspective of a local store owner who befriended the infamous criminal, adding a personal touch to the historical tale. The track highlights Daryl's exceptional storytelling abilities, blending history with his small-town upbringing, delivered with an upbeat and engaging Bluegrass melody that’s sure to leave listeners singing along. It’s part of the forthcoming album, Long Days & Short Stories, which drops on October 4th (pre-save/purchase it HERE).

Produced by Mosley and The Grascals' Danny Roberts, Long Days & Short Stories features 11 tracks that span Bluegrass, Gospel, Americana, and Country. Daryl's distinctive voice and lyrical depth are at the heart of this album, which highlights the values of faith, family, honesty, and humility that have shaped his life and career. Music enthusiasts can expect a diverse array of songs on the project, from the reflective and inspirational “When I Can’t Reach Up,” featuring Gospel greats Jeff and Sheri Easter, to the high-energy Gospel singalong “Still The Solid Rock,” featuring New Tradition. Other standout tracks include the touching ballad “You Never Gave Up On Me,” the romantic “Forever After All” and the thought-provoking lead single “When The Good Old Days Were New.” All songs were written by Daryl except “When I Can’t Reach Up” on which he partnered with Rick Lang.

In addition to his latest single, Daryl continues to connect with audiences through his live performances, averaging 150 shows a year. With multiple No. 1 songs and THREE SPBGMA “Songwriter of the Year” awards, Mosley has cemented his place in the Bluegrass, Americana and Gospel genres. His songs have been recorded by notable artists such as Lynn Anderson, Bobby Osborne, The Grascals, The Booth Brothers, and more.

Keep up with the latest news, upcoming tour dates and more on Daryl’s official website, and follow the singer/songwriter on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. 

Long Days & Short Stories Track Listing:

1. When The Good Old Days Were New

2. Everything That's Right

3. When I Can't Reach Up (featuring Jeff and Sheri Easter)

4. A Friend Like You

5. I Can Pray

6. I'm Still Here

7. Me and Mr. Howard

8. Forever After All

9. Still The Solid Rock (featuring New Tradition)

10. You Never Gave Up On Me

11. Bonus Track: I’m Still Here (Sarah Davison on piano)

ABOUT DARYL MOSLEY

Daryl has enjoyed more than three decades of success as a songwriter and vocalist. Known for his honeyed voice, thoughtful lyrics, and impeccable musicianship, he toured throughout the ‘90s as lead vocalist/bassist with the Bluegrass group The New Tradition. In 2001 he joined the Osborne Brothers with whom he played until 2010, when he formed The Farm Hands - which quickly became one of the most awarded bands in Bluegrass. In 2020, Daryl stepped into the solo spotlight and began his association with Pinecastle Records with THE SECRET OF LIFE. The album spent multiple weeks at #1 on the Roots Music Report Contemporary Album Chart. In 2021, his SMALL TOWN DREAMER project made the Top 10 on the Billboard Albums Chart. Daryl released his third solo album, A LIFE WELL LIVED, in 2023 and the disc generated three #1 singles (“Mayberry State Of Mind,” “The Bible In The Drawer” and “Big God”). In total, Mosley has written 13 #1 songs, been honored as Songwriter of the Year three times, and earned three Song of the Year awards (SPBGMA). Lynn Anderson, Bobby Osborne, Josh Williams, The Booth Brothers, The Grascals and Carolina Blue are among the many artists who have recorded Mosley's songs. He consistently performs 140-plus shows per year, and has shared stages with James Taylor, Dan Fogelberg, Alison Krauss, and many others. He resides in hometown of Waverly, Tennessee. 

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DARYL MOSLEY CONTACTS

Daryl Mosley Media:

Martha Moore | somuchmooremedia@gmail.com 

Pinecastle Records:

Ethan Burkhardt | ethan@pinecastlemusic.com

Pinecastle Records Media and Radio: 

Kyle Watson | kyle@pinecastlemusic.com