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The wait is finally over, as Kim Robins releases her long awaited album Leave The Porch Light On. The project includes 13 new recordings, all centered around the Indiana native’s one-of-a-kind voice. The collection also consists of a star-studded lineup of guests including Clay Hess, Tim Crouch, Kyle Estep, Josh Woods, Duane Estep and Brennan Hess (full track listing below).

“I have so many emotions ahead of this CD release. The last couple of years have been rough on us all,” says Kim Robins. “I’m thrilled, relieved and sad at the same time. It will be the first project my parents and brother didn’t get to hear. I hope and pray you all will enjoy it as much as I enjoyed making it. Thank you to Clay Hess and Pinecastle Records for giving me the opportunity to live my dream!”

Bluegrass enthusiasts were treated to the single "Hurricane" which came out in early August. The song was written by Alan Johnston and features Clay Hess and Tim Crouch. It’s an upbeat Bluegrass anthem that is filled with creative lyrics and metaphors. Robins’ powerful vocals on the track are a quick reminder of why the singer/songwriter was nominated on two different occasions for the International Bluegrass Music Association’s (IBMA) “Momentum Vocalist of the Year” award.

Recorded during the COVID era, Leave The Porch Light On took a slight turn. Originally it was slated to be much different, but by adapting to the times, Robins was able to pull together several big names to accompany her on the album. It’s very obvious when listening through the record, listeners can hear various influences that stay true to the Hoosier’s unique sound. There’s also no shortage of hit songwriters on the collection, including tracks penned by Paula Breedlove, Mark Brinkman, Rick Lang, Alan Johnston, and more (full track listing below). Also on display are the musicians from Robins’ band 40 Years Late, including Kyle Estep, Duane Estep, and Josh Woods.

Leave The Porch Light On Track Listing:
1. Johnny Clay (written by Daniel Salyer)
2. I’ll Always Be A Gambler (written by Joshua Woods)
3. Bourbon And Beer (written by Kim Robins, David Morris and Dawn Kenney)
4. Leave The Porch Light On (written by Kim Robins and Dawn Kenney)
5. Memories Of An Angel (written by Daniel Salyer)
6. Annalisa (written by Marc Rossi and Jeff Walter)
7. Seven Devils Ridge (written by Brad Davis and Paula Breedlove)
8. You’re In The Lord’s Hands Now (written by Marc Rossi and Jeff Walter)
9. Hurricane (written by Alan Johnston)
10. I’m Not To Blame (written by Terry Foust and Michael Bentley)
11. Can’t Be Anything But Love (written by Mark Brinkman)
12. Wind In The Valley (written by Rich Schleckser and Rick Lang)
13. I Won’t Have A Prayer (written by Greg Preece)

Musician Credits: Kyle Estep (guitar / lead vocals on track 2, 6, 8, 11) | Josh Woods (banjo on track 2) | Duane Estep (mandolin on all tracks) | Clay Hess (guitar / banjo on all except track 2, bass on track 2, lead vocals track 12) | Brennan Hess (bass on all except track 2) | Tim Crouch (fiddle on all tracks) | Vocals: Kim Robins, Kyle Estep, Duane Estep and Clay Hess