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]]> Ricky Skaggs‘ new single, “Say a Prayer,” is AVAILABLE NOW! https://ffm.to/rk4d7xe.OWE  – Click link for your copy! This song blends traditional country roots that lean toward a rock sound with heavy drums, delivering a feast of multi instrumentation. It‘s an uplifting inspirational message and country-rock anthem, shaped by the difficult times we’re all facing. Written for a world carrying so much grief, it offers a powerful, universal call to pause and lean into faith.

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]]> Watch Exclusive Video of Ricky Skaggs & Gordon Kennedy! #2 in the series! https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/06/24/watch-exclusive-video-of-ricky-skaggs-gordon-kennedy-2-in-the-series/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:00:30 +0000 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/?p=2568 https://ffm.to/rk4d7xe.OWE – Click link and pre save your copy! Watch this exclusive video on YouTube! In the second video of this six video series, artist Ricky Skaggs and songwriter/musician Gordon Kennedy share their thoughts about recording in Skaggs Place Studio, where the song, “Say A Prayer,” was recorded. Each Wednesday, watch for a new video […]

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]]> https://ffm.to/rk4d7xe.OWE – Click link and pre save your copy! Watch this exclusive video on YouTube! In the second video of this six video series, artist Ricky Skaggs and songwriter/musician Gordon Kennedy share their thoughts about recording in Skaggs Place Studio, where the song, “Say A Prayer,” was recorded. Each Wednesday, watch for a new video about the song. The next one will be shared on 7/1!

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]]> Watch Ricky Skaggs & Gordon Kennedy discuss the making of “Say A Prayer” https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/06/23/watch-ricky-skaggs-gordon-kennedy-discuss-the-making-of-say-a-prayer/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:03:03 +0000 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/06/23/watch-ricky-skaggs-gordon-kennedy-discuss-the-making-of-say-a-prayer/ Ricky Skaggs and Gordon Kennedy discuss Ricky’s new song, “Say A Prayer,” what prompted Gordon to write the song, and why Ricky wanted to release the song now. It drops this Friday, June 26! Be the first to hear it and pre save your copy now by clicking here – https://ffm.to/rk4d7xe.OWE

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]]> Ricky Skaggs and Gordon Kennedy discuss Ricky’s new song, “Say A Prayer,” what prompted Gordon to write the song, and why Ricky wanted to release the song now. It drops this Friday, June 26! Be the first to hear it and pre save your copy now by clicking here – https://ffm.to/rk4d7xe.OWE

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]]> “Say A Prayer” – Pre Save Your Copy Now! https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/06/22/say-a-prayer-pre-save-your-copy-now/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:18:56 +0000 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/06/22/say-a-prayer-pre-save-your-copy-now/ Ricky Skaggs is thrilled to share his new single, “Say a Prayer,” dropping on June 26th. This song blends traditional country roots that lean toward a rock sound with heavy drums, delivering a feast of multi instrumentation. With an uplifting inspirational message and country-rock anthem, it is shaped by the difficult times we’re all facing. […]

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]]> Ricky Skaggs is thrilled to share his new single, “Say a Prayer,” dropping on June 26th. This song blends traditional country roots that lean toward a rock sound with heavy drums, delivering a feast of multi instrumentation. With an uplifting inspirational message and country-rock anthem, it is shaped by the difficult times we’re all facing. Written for a world carrying so much grief, it offers a powerful, universal call to pause and lean into faith. Be the first to hear it and pre save your copy now HERE!

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]]> Ricky Skaggs Remarks on Bill Cody’s Passing https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/06/13/ricky-skaggs-remarks-on-bill-codys-passing/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:02:08 +0000 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/06/13/ricky-skaggs-remarks-on-bill-codys-passing/ “This one has been hard for me. I knew Bill Cody back in the mid ’80s. Everyone talks about this singer and that singer having such a great voice, but I think Bill Cody had one of the best voices in Country Music, not as a singer, but as a communicator. He could make you […]

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]]> “This one has been hard for me. I knew Bill Cody back in the mid ’80s. Everyone talks about this singer and that singer having such a great voice, but I think Bill Cody had one of the best voices in Country Music, not as a singer, but as a communicator. He could make you laugh and cry all in the same sentence. I will miss him dearly, although I know where he is, we didn’t lose him, he just changed his address. Thank you Bill, you were the best!!”—Ricky Skaggs

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]]> RICKY SKAGGS TO RELEASE NEW MUSIC FOR FIRST TIME IN OVER A DECADE; PREPS NEW SINGLE “SAY A PRAYER,” AVAILABLE JUNE 26 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/06/10/ricky-skaggs-to-release-new-music-for-first-time-in-over-a-decade-preps-new-single-say-a-prayer-available-june-26/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:31:28 +0000 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/06/10/ricky-skaggs-to-release-new-music-for-first-time-in-over-a-decade-preps-new-single-say-a-prayer-available-june-26/ Nashville, Tenn. (June 10, 2026) — Fifteen-time GRAMMY® Award winner Ricky Skaggs will release new music for the first time in more than a decade when his new single, “Say A Prayer,” arrives on all digital platforms on June 26 via Skaggs Family Records (distributed by Virgin Music Group). Written by Gordon Kennedy and Ben Cooper, “Say A Prayer” combines country, bluegrass and rock influences with instrumentation that […]

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]]> Nashville, Tenn. (June 10, 2026) — Fifteen-time GRAMMY® Award winner Ricky Skaggs will release new music for the first time in more than a decade when his new single, “Say A Prayer,” arrives on all digital platforms on June 26 via Skaggs Family Records (distributed by Virgin Music Group).

Written by Gordon Kennedy and Ben Cooper, “Say A Prayer” combines country, bluegrass and rock influences with instrumentation that includes sitar, fiddle, mandolin and banjo. The song was written in response to the challenges facing communities around the world and centers on themes of faith, reflection and unity.

“I’m incredibly excited to share my new single, ‘Say A Prayer,'” says Skaggs. “The song addresses a world carrying a lot of grief right now, serving as a universal call for everyone to stop and lean into faith. It’s got a chorus that resonates with faith, country and rock audiences alike.”

The release comes as Skaggs continues a busy touring schedule. In addition to his regular tour dates, Skaggs and his band Kentucky Thunder will join Dierks Bentley on select dates of Bentley’s Off The Map Summer Tour, beginning June 12. Skaggs will also return to Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium to close out the Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman series on July 21.

Fresh off one of CMA Fest’s most talked-about collaborations, Skaggs made a memorable appearance during Carly Pearce’s Nissan Stadium set this past Saturday night in Nashville, joining her alongside Grammy-winning bluegrass star Molly Tuttle for a special performance of “From Now On.” Introduced by Pearce as a tribute to her Kentucky bluegrass roots, the collaboration brought together three of the genre’s most respected artists for one of the evening’s standout moments. The performance drew an enthusiastic response from the packed stadium crowd and underscored Skaggs’ enduring influence on both traditional bluegrass and today’s generation of country artists.

Upon its release, “Say A Prayer” will be available on all streaming and digital download platforms.

About Ricky Skaggs
Earning 12 #1 hit singles, 15 GRAMMY® Awards, 13 IBMA Awards, nine ACM Awards, eight CMA Awards (including Entertainer of the Year), two Dove Awards, the ASCAP Founders Award, three honorary Doctorate degrees, inductions into the Country Music Hall of Fame, IBMA Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, National Fiddler Hall of Fame, Musicians Hall of Fame, and GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame, the 2013 Artist-In-Residence at the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, an Americana Music Association Lifetime Achievement Award in the Instrumentalist category along with countless other awards, Ricky Skaggs is truly a pioneer of Bluegrass and Country music. Since he began playing music over 60 years ago, Skaggs has released more than 30 albums and has performed thousands of live shows. He started his own record label, Skaggs Family Records, in 1997 and has since released 12 consecutive GRAMMY®-nominated albums. And the Grand Ole Opry member has released his first-ever autobiography, “Kentucky Traveler.” The book details the life and times of Skaggs and provides a descriptive history of Country and Bluegrass music, as told by the master himself. In addition to his regular touring schedule with his band, Kentucky Thunder, he has added country tour dates as he plugs in and plays full shows of his chart-topping hits. Skaggs was a 2020 recipient of the National Medal of Arts, the highest award given to artists and arts patrons by the United States government.

For more information, visit rickyskaggs.com.

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Media Contact for Ricky Skaggs:

Absolute Publicity, Inc.
Don Murry Grubbs / don@absolutepublicity.com

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]]> Paul Overstreet, The Stanley Brothers and Tim McGraw Announced as the Country Music Hall of Fame Class of 2026 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/03/20/paul-overstreet-the-stanley-brothers-and-tim-mcgraw-announced-as-the-country-music-hall-of-fame-class-of-2026/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:52:27 +0000 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/03/20/paul-overstreet-the-stanley-brothers-and-tim-mcgraw-announced-as-the-country-music-hall-of-fame-class-of-2026/ “Thank God and the Hall of Fame. The Stanley Brothers were the first group to follow Bill Monroe’s new style of music back in 1945. Ralph and Carter influenced millions of people around the world with their unique sound of heartfelt mountain music and I’m just one of them. I’m so grateful they are getting […]

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]]> “Thank God and the Hall of Fame. The Stanley Brothers were the first group to follow Bill Monroe’s new style of music back in 1945. Ralph and Carter influenced millions of people around the world with their unique sound of heartfelt mountain music and I’m just one of them. I’m so grateful they are getting this well-deserved award. Congratulations also to my friends Paul Overstreet and Tim McGraw. Much deserved as well.” –Ricky Skaggs

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]]> Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Hit The Road With Dierks Bentley This Summer! https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/02/13/ricky-skaggs-kentucky-thunder-hit-the-road-with-dierks-bentley-this-summer/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:21:44 +0000 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/02/13/ricky-skaggs-kentucky-thunder-hit-the-road-with-dierks-bentley-this-summer/ 15-time GRAMMY winner, Country Music Hall of Fame and IBMA Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame member Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder will be performing select dates this summer at Dierks Bentley’s Off The Map Tour 2026! You will not want to miss this! Get ready for Ricky Skaggs and his band, Kentucky Thunder, to play […]

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15-time GRAMMY winner, Country Music Hall of Fame and IBMA Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame member Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder will be performing select dates this summer at Dierks Bentley’s Off The Map Tour 2026! You will not want to miss this! Get ready for Ricky Skaggs and his band, Kentucky Thunder, to play an amazing set of exceptional country and bluegrass music! Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 20th at 10:00 am.

PRE-SALE ACCESS–Sign up for pre-sale access on Thurs 2/19 from 10a-10p local time with this special code: GUITAR

Go to Dierks.com for more info and tickets!

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]]> IMPORTANT: Ricky Skaggs Concert on January 24 POSTPONED Due to Weather https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/01/22/important-ricky-skaggs-concert-on-january-24-postponed-due-to-weather/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:44:30 +0000 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2026/01/22/important-ricky-skaggs-concert-on-january-24-postponed-due-to-weather/ Due to severe and unsafe weather conditions forecasted for North Georgia and much of the region, we regret to inform you that the Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder concert scheduled for January 24 at the Heard County Performing Arts Center has been postponed. The safety of our performers, staff, and you, our valued audience, is […]

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]]> Due to severe and unsafe weather conditions forecasted for North Georgia and much of the region, we regret to inform you that the Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder concert scheduled for January 24 at the Heard County Performing Arts Center has been postponed. The safety of our performers, staff, and you, our valued audience, is our top priority, and we believe this is the best decision to prevent any travel risks.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this last minute change causes.

The venue is working to find a new date and will announce it as soon as possible on their Website, Social Media pages, and through emails to the venue’s patrons.

Your current tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date.

Thank you for your understanding and support. Please stay safe and dry!

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]]> Skaggs Family Records Christmas Sale Starts Now! https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2025/11/25/2076/ Tue, 25 Nov 2025 21:30:02 +0000 https://skaggsfamilyrecords.com/blog/2025/11/25/2076/ OUR CHRISTMAS SALE STARTS NOW! Visit our store for the lowest prices of the year! We have something for your favorite music fan! To find new merchandise, treasured favorites, and stocking stuffers, CLICK HERE! The WHOLE STORE is 20% OFF! Visit our store for the lowest prices of the year! Be sure to pick out something for your favorite music […]

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]]> OUR CHRISTMAS SALE STARTS NOW! Visit our store for the lowest prices of the year!

We have something for your favorite music fan! To find new merchandise, treasured favorites, and stocking stuffers, CLICK HERE!

The WHOLE STORE is 20% OFF! Visit our store for the lowest prices of the year! Be sure to pick out something for your favorite music fan! No code needed – savings will be reflected in the cart!

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MERRY CHRISTMAS from our family to yours!

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