Ruston Kelly Covers “Weeping Willow”

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Ruston Kelly has released a cover of “Weeping Willow” to streaming services.

Acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Ruston Kelly debuts a new cover of The Carter Family’s “Weeping Willow” today. Listen/share HERE. Recorded at the Carter’s own family home in Virginia, Kelly’s rendition is released in honor of the song’s 92nd anniversary (originally released August 2, 1927 under the title “Bury Me Under The Weeping Willow”).
Of his inspiration behind the project, Kelly shares, “To say I’ve been influenced by the Carter Family is an understatement. When I first heard their 1927 recordings—considered the ‘Big Bang’ of country, folk and Americana music—I was changed forever; Maybelle Carter remains one of my greatest musical influences. Recently, her grandson and my good friend, John Carter Cash, encouraged me to take some alone time out at his ‘grandparent’s place’ in Virginia. He was of course referring to the house the Carters lived in in the ‘40s and that Johnny Cash and June Carter ended up keeping in their family. Tucked deep into Poor Valley, on the side of Clinch Mountain, I spent a week in solitude, playing guitar by the creek, walking barefoot on the same worn paths these heroes of mine had. I went there on a personal Mecca and I left profoundly moved and grateful for the peace and spirit that family instilled there. On a stormy night in their living room, I started recording this song. It was recorded by the Carter Family 92 years ago and I’m proud to share my take on such an impactful piece of music history.”

The release of “Weeping Willow” adds to a landmark year for Kelly, whose full-length debut album, Dying Star, was released last fall on Rounder Records (purchase/stream here). Co-produced by Kelly and Jarrad K, Dying Star features 14 new songs written/co-written by Kelly.

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