Biography

Contact info:
John Fisher
tnjedbooking@gmail.com
919.810.5166

CD Release Date: June 17th, 2022

"The most fun project I've ever been a part of." - Scott Vestal

“Wow, killer! Great singing, …really a great track! When Newgrass Revival gets back together,
they should do this song… Thanks for having me, super fun session!” – Rob Ickes

“I am thrilled and honored to be playing guitar and singing harmony on this new single by
Tennessee Jed Fisher! It’s such a poignant and enthralling song, and the track completely
captures all of the great excitement and energy from the recording process! From the first time I
heard this song, I loved it… and I am so excited for the rest of the world to hear it!” – Trey Hensley

"In a world where titles and definitions seem to matter, Jed "Tennessee Jed" Fisher has carved
another notch in the bluegrass belt with his own contribution." - Americana Rhythm Magazine Issue #74

"Now more than ever, breaking down barriers is of prime importance. Credit Tennessee Jed
[Fisher] with journeying to those unlikely realms and finding a fit once he arrives." - Lee Zimmerman - Bluegrass Today

Tennessee Jed Fisher - New Beginnings

New Beginnings is a mostly autobiographical account of TN Jed Fisher's experience with Covid, the ensuing breakup of his new marriage, and most importantly, his choice to embrace the possibilities of a fresh start amidst the chaos. Jed got back together with banjo phenom and co-producer, Scott Vestal (formerly of Sam Bush Band, Sturgill Simpson Bluegrass Band) at his studio in the suburbs of Nashville, TN, and they put together an all-star bluegrass band for the recording.

Produced by Tennessee Jed Fisher
Co-produced, Recorded, Mixed, and Mastered by Scott Vestal at Digital Underground Studio in Nashville, TN
Photography by Tennessee Jed Fisher
Graphic Design by Brad Davis


SONGS IN ORDER OF RELEASE:

1. WHO WE ARE (INSTRUMENTAL FADE) (0:40)

Songwriter: John Eddins Fisher / BMI

ISRC: QMZS22200007

Single Release Date: June 2022

An instrumental fade-in foreshadowing the last song on the album, "Who We Are."

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo, Synth Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Jason Carter: Fiddle
James Seliga: Mandolin

2. New Beginnings (3:24)

Songwriter: John Eddins Fisher / BMI

ISRC: QMZS22200001

Release Date: June 2021

An original song about divorce and starting over in the time of Covid

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Deanie Richardson: Fiddle
Mark Schimick: Mandolin
Mason Via: Background Vocals

3. House On Wheels (3:38)

Songwriter: John Eddins Fisher / BMI

ISRC: QMZS22200008

Release Date: June 2022

An original RV/Van-Life love song.

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals, Harmony Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Jason Carter: Fiddle
James Seliga: Mandolin

4. Drivin' My Life Away (Eddie Rabbitt) (3:29)

Songwriters, Publishing, & PRO: Eddie Rabbitt, Even Stevens, David Malloy Copyright EMI Blackwood Music Inc. o/b/o Screen Gems-EMI Music Ltd

ISRC: QMZS22200008

Release Date: June 2022

Cover of an Eddie Rabbitt trucker classic.

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals, Harmony Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Deanie Richardson: Fiddle
Mark Schimick: Mandolin, Harmony Vocals

5. Bridges (4:57)

Songwriter: John Eddins Fisher / BMI

ISRC: QMZS22200004

Release Date: June 2022

An original song about building bridges rather than burning them.

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Deanie Richardson: Fiddle
James Seliga: Mandolin

6. Devereaux Run (3:48)

Songwriters, Publishing, & PRO: John Eddins Fisher / BMI, Barney Rogers / Tatham Gap Publishing / ASCAP

ISRC: QMZS22200006

Release Date: June 2022

An original song co-written with award winning songwriter, Barney Rogers, about moonshine running, but from the sheriff's perspective.

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Deanie Richardson: Fiddle
Mark Schimick: Mandolin, Harmony Vocals

7. Devil's Deal (If I Were Johnny) (3:54)

Songwriter: John Eddins Fisher / BMI

ISRC: QMZS22200003

Release Date: June 2022

An original song that explains what I would do if I were Johnny in the Charlie Daniels classic, "The Devil Went Down To Georgia."

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Deanie Richardson: Fiddle
Mark Schimick: Mandolin

8. The World That Cried Wolf (4:59)

Songwriter: John Eddins Fisher / BMI

ISRC: QMZS22000001

Release Date: February 2020

An original song with lyrics that thread the political needle, leaving interpretation to the listener while offering a scathing analysis of current society, “no matter which side you choose.” Features Grammy-nominated special guests, Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals
Scott Vestal: Banjo
Rob Ickes: Resophonic Guitar
Trey Hensley: Acoustic Guitar, Harmony Vocals
Deanie Richardson: Fiddle
Jacob Burleson: Mandolin, Bass Guitar
Josh Shilling: Harmony Vocals

9. Now That You Got Me (2:35)

Songwriter: John Eddins Fisher / BMI

ISRC: QMZS22200009

Release Date: June 2022

An original song about finding and losing love.

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals, Harmony Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Jason Carter: Fiddle
James Seliga: Mandolin

10. Norwegian Wood (The Beatles) ) (3:35)

Songwriters, Publishing, & PRO: John Lennon and Paul McCartney, Copyright Mpl Communications Inc. and Sony/ATV Tunes LLC

ISRC: QMZS22200005

Release Date: June 2022

A bluegrass cover of a Beatles classic.

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo, Synth Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Deanie Richardson: Fiddle
James Seliga: Mandolin
Mason Via: Harmony Vocals

11. Who We Are (4:19)

Songwriter: John Eddins Fisher / BMI

ISRC: QMZS22200010

Release Date: June 2022

An original song about finding hope in the darkness.

Tennessee Jed Fisher: Lead Vocals, Harmony Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Scott Vestal: Banjo, Synth Banjo
Michael Bub: Upright Bass
Jason Carter: Fiddle
James Seliga: Mandolin


TENNESSEE JED FISHER BIOGRAPHY

Tennessee Jed Fisher writes songs that tell stories in a neo-traditional style, then sings and plays them
with a passion that brings those stories to life. With a tenor voice that ranges from smooth and
mountain-clear to an overdriven bluesy growl, Jed’s fresh take on Bluegrass, Newgrass, and Americana
music pushes the boundaries of the style while paying full respect to the rich heritage that surrounds it.
A Tennessee native with a home base in NC, Jed and his partner, Carrie, now travel the country with two
cats and a dog in a small RV.

Jed builds his music around his solid picking hand and fiery voice, and then adds the fireworks. Working
with a multitude of Grammy and IBMA award winners/nominees in the studio, Jed surrounds himself
with some of the most respected pickers and singers in bluegrass. Led by co-producer and living banjo
legend, Scott Vestal, Jed assembled a dream team for his latest project, New Beginnings, that includes
Mike Bub (bass), Deanie Richardson (fiddle), James Seliga (mandolin), Jason Carter (fiddle), Rob Ickes
(resophonic guitar), Trey Hensley (guitar), Mark Schimick (mandolin, vocals), Josh Shilling (vocals), and
Mason Via (vocals). New Beginnings tells a semi-autobiographical tale of the end of a marriage and the
beginning of a new love in pandemic times.

Over the course of his career, TN Jed Fisher has recorded with current and former members of Ricky
Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, Del McCoury Band, Old Crow Medicine Show, Steep Canyon Rangers, Sam
Bush Band, Leftover Salmon, Infamous Stringdusters, Dailey & Vincent, Sister Sadie, Town Mountain, Jon
Stickley Trio, Volume Five, Mountain Heart, Ben Folds Five, Songs From the Road Band, Che Apalache, Yo
Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band, and The Waybacks.