Biography

Contact Info:
Olivia Jo
oliviajomusic@yahoo.com
(276) 692-7962

ATS Records:
office@atstrings.com
http://www.atstrings.com

Social Media:
http://www.facebook.com/oliviajoofficial
http://www.instagram.com/oliviajomusic
http://www.twitter.com/oliviajomusic


High Sierras (3:54)

Songwriters, Publishing & PRO:
Harley Allen / Silverhill Music / BMI

ISRC Code: QZVSB2200007

Radio Release Date: January 22, 2024
Public/Digital Release Date: TBA


Olivia Jo has released her newest single and her first released on ATS Records, “High Sierras,” a somber ballad written by one of the artist’s favorite songwriters, Harley Allen. She is accompanied by a group of immensely talented musicians and vocalists, one of those being the “Queen of Bluegrass” herself, Rhonda Vincent.

“I’m over the moon to have Rhonda singing harmony with me on this new single! It’s a dream come true for me! She has been an inspiration of mine since I was a little girl. Not only do I admire her talent, but also her determination and perseverance through which she has created a thriving career as a woman in this industry. Her story motivates me as a young woman navigating the music business.” Olivia exclaims. She adds, “My producer and I took a few creative liberties to put a new spin on this already incredible song to make it my own and I think we achieved that goal. Everyone involved did a superb job and I’m very pleased with the way everything turned out in the end.”

Olivia Jo: Lead Vocal
Rhonda Vincent: Tenor Vocal
Josh Shilling: Baritone Vocal
Tim Crouch: Bass, Fiddle, Mandolin
Randy Kohrs: Dobro
Anthony Howell: Guitar

Producer: Lewell Molen
Recorded by: Lewell Molen @ MoJo Music and Production
Mixed by: Lewell Molen
Mastered by: Josh Molen



Nothing to Lose (3:38)

Songwriters, Publishing & PRO:
Kim Fox / Wandachord Music / BMI

ISRC Code: QZVSB2200006

Radio Release Date: May 15, 2023
Public Release Date: June 2, 2023


Olivia Jo’s single, “Nothing to Lose,” is an upbeat bluegrass number with a melody and lyrics that will catch your attention. This song pairs the artist’s strong lead vocals with the prolific lead and harmony vocals of bluegrass vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Lou Reid.

Olivia says, "Nothing to Lose was written by Kim Fox, a renowned songwriter across multiple genres. Lou brought the song to my attention and together we decided to make the song a duet. I was very happy to have his accompaniment on this song. I really enjoyed recording this song because it has a different style than my previously released singles, which allowed me to show a different side of my voice. All in all, I am quite pleased with how the song turned out and I’m excited to release it as my next single."

Reid also commented on working with the up-and-coming artist. “I really enjoyed working with Olivia on her new project, ‘Nothing to Lose.’ She really puts her heart in a song.”


Olivia Jo: Lead Vocal
Lou Reid: Lead and Harmony Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Barry Bales: Bass
Ron Stewart: Banjo, Fiddle
Shawn Lane: Mandolin
Gaven Largent: Dobro

Producer: Lou Reid
Recorded by: Wesley Easter @ Eastwood Studios
Mixed by: Lou Reid and Wesley Easter
Mastered by: Wesley Easter



Mighty Mississippi (2:28)

Songwriters, Publishing & PRO:
Randy Sparks / New Christy Publishing Co Obo Cherrybell Music Publishing Co / ASCAP

ISRC Code: QZVSB2200001

Radio Release Date: February 6, 2023
Public Release Date: February 24, 2023


Mighty Mississippi was written by Randy Sparks, a member of the folk revival group The New Christy Minstrels and was first released by the group in 1963. However, Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver picked it up and released a bluegrass cover of the song on The Original Band album in 1979. In 2023, Olivia Jo is excited to be releasing her version of Mighty Mississippi.

"I had never heard The New Christy Minstrels version of Mighty Mississippi. I had only heard Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver's cut, which I love... until I did some digging and found the original version of the song. I was immediately hit by the stark contrast of the two versions and could appreciate both for their individuality. Truthfully, I think that's the beauty of doing a cover song. You can create something new and fresh while still keeping the integrity of the original song alive; and that’s what I tried to accomplish with my take of Mighty Mississippi." Olivia Jo explains.


Olivia Jo: Lead Vocal
Lou Reid: Harmony Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Barry Bales: Bass
Ron Stewart: Banjo, Fiddle
Shawn Lane: Mandolin

Producer: Lou Reid
Recorded by: Wesley Easter @ Eastwood Studios
Mixed by: Lou Reid and Wesley Easter
Mastered by: Wesley Easter



You'll Always Be My Blue Eyed Darling (3:11)

Songwriters, Publishing & PRO:
Glenn Stagner / Sony/ATV Music Publishing OBO Sony/ATV Acuff Rose Music / BMI

ISRC Code: QZVSB2200002

Release Date: September 16th, 2022


Also known as, "Blue Eyed Darling" or "My Blue Eyed Darling," this song has been around for quite a while and has been covered by a plethora of artists since its first release by Roy Acuff and His Smoky Mountain Boys in 1940; but in all those years it has never been released by a female artist. Olivia Jo is debuting her version of this old classic in 2022.

"I first heard this song performed by Harley Allen with the Allen Brothers from an excerpt of one of their concerts in the early 1980s. I was instantly drawn to Harley's voice and the way he sang it. When choosing my first single to debut as an up-and-coming bluegrass artist, I wanted to release something timeless and classic, a song every listener would love and relate to that would also showcase my vocal style and range. With an attention-grabbing twin fiddle intro, a beautiful bluegrass melody with just a touch of traditional country flare, and plaintive lyrics that tell the familiar tale of a love gone wrong, I think this song checks all of those boxes." - Olivia Jo


Olivia Jo: Lead Vocal
Lou Reid: Harmony Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Barry Bales: Bass
Ron Stewart: Banjo, Fiddle
Shawn Lane: Mandolin

Producer: Lou Reid
Recorded by: Wesley Easter @ Eastwood Studios
Mixed by: Lou Reid and Wesley Easter
Mastered by: Wesley Easter



OLIVIA JO BIOGRAPHY

Olivia Jo is an up-and-coming bluegrass artist and versatile singer-songwriter based in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the town of Stuart, VA. She got her start in bluegrass at a young age, performing at local festivals and other venues by age 9 and recording two bluegrass albums by the time she was 12. Through the years, she has continued playing live shows, honing her vocal ability and songwriting craft, and exploring the music industry as a whole.

Olivia Jo recently signed with ATS Records, a record label based in Knoxville, TN. "I'm anticipating great things as this new chapter of my career begins, and I'm so grateful for this new opportunity. ATS is a record label that truly values the artist and strives to help them succeed by working closely with them to provide the support that they need." Olivia Jo is set to release her first single with the label in early 2024.