Brother-sister duo The Roys (Lee and Elaine) has signed with Rural Rhythm Records and plans to release a new album in 2011.
“We are thrilled. The Roys are a perfect fit for our Rural Rhythm family,” says label President, Sam Passamano, Jr. “Lee and Elaine have a true love and respect for Bluegrass music and its traditions, alongside a deep appreciation for traditional Country and a strong faith that will help Rural Rhythm to expand their musical boundaries. We can’t wait for Bluegrass lovers to experience The Roys and their band live.”
“Rural Rhythm has a great reputation and we are honored that they believe in our music and believe in who we are as artists,” says Lee Roy. “We are extremely blessed to be joining their roster,” adds Elaine. “We are looking forward to a long journey with them and creating great music in the future.”
The Roys join a roster that includes bluegrass favorites Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out, Lonesome River Band, Bobby Osborne, Grasstowne, Michael Martin Murphey, Lou Reid, Rodney Dillard, Carrie Hassler, Blue Moon Rising, Audie Blaylock, Bill Emerson, Randy Kohrs and many more.
Hailing from Fitchburg, MA, The Roys have been named the Inspirational Country Music Duo of the Year for 2009 and 2010. They also made their television debut on the most recent Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Telethon in Las Vegas.
