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Now to today's post...
Chosen Road is an American bluegrass, Americana, and Christian gospel band originally founded in Princeton, West Virginia, in 2009. They are well-known for combining world-class Appalachian instrumentation with tight harmonies to breathe new life into traditional hymns and contemporary worship music.
Here is how they describe their group:
Chosen Road believes music still matters.
Rooted in bluegrass and built on faith and family, the band has spent more than seventeen years traveling churches, festivals, and concert halls across the country with a clear purpose: to create music that honors Christ, strengthens families, and reminds audiences of the hope they carry.
Founded in the mountains of West Virginia, Chosen Road was shaped by front porches, small-town churches, and harmonies learned the old-fashioned way — standing close enough to hear each other breathe. Their sound is grounded in traditional bluegrass, yet unafraid to stretch into country, gospel, and Americana influences. It has never been about fitting neatly into a genre. It has always been about making music that feels honest.
Known for tight harmonies, strong musicianship, and a live show that is both polished and heartfelt, Chosen Road brings a sense of purpose to every stage they step onto.
Over the years, the band has released multiple albums, including Appalachian Hymns and the recent project American Morning, a collection celebrating faith, heritage, and the enduring spirit of our nation. Their music has been featured on bluegrass and gospel radio nationwide, earning charting singles and building a loyal and growing audience.
But longevity and accolades are not what defines them.
What defines Chosen Road is testimony.
Songs born from real life.
Redemption stories set to melody.
Musicians who understand that every stage — whether a church platform or a festival field — is an opportunity to serve.
At its heart, Chosen Road exists for something simple and lasting: to bring light into rooms, encouragement into hearts, and excellence to every stage they step onto.
The band consists of founding member Jonathan Buckner alongside Zachary Alvis, Tyler Robertson, and Josh Hicks. Over the years, they have enjoyed significant chart success, including reaching the top 5 on Billboard’s Top Bluegrass Albums chart with their records Appalachian Worship and Appalachian Hymns. Most recently, they celebrated winning their first GMA Dove Award and performed live at the 2026 awards show.
Here is that performance of their song, "A God Thing"...
I really like this group. They are a lot of fun and have great harmonies. Check out some more of their music on their YouTube website.
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