Biography
In the deep lonesome hills of southwestern Virginia on August 16, 1992 a baby boy was born into the Stanley Family. Nathan Edmond Stanley was born into a music royalty bloodline and family legacy. As the grandson of Bluegrass Music Icon Dr. Ralph Stanley, Nathan made his music debut at the young age of 2 on stage with his Grandfather at the Grand Ole Opry In Nashville, playing the spoons for the Clinch Mountain Boys. He later graduated to playing the mandolin, and in 2007 he became the Lead Singer/Band Leader and Rhythm Guitar player for the Clinch Mountain Boys, who are one of the most highly acclaimed bands in the music industry. To rewind his life and look back in time his history is simple, and entertainer on a mission! Nathan Stanley is an original. He refuses to be a carbon copy. Nathan Stanley would say "If it has been done, I don't think I will do it that way." His musical influences include Dr. Ralph Stanley and Elvis Presley. He has spent most of his life on a 45-foot tour bus traveling across the United States and Internationally. In 2006, Stanley had the great honor to perform for the Queen of England when her majesty visited the state of Virginia. He had a #1 song on the Inspirational Country Music (ICM) charts in 2011 with Vince Gill on the unforgettable "White Dove." The National Traditional Country Music Association voted his album "My Kind Of Country" the "Classic Country Music Album of the Year." In October 2014 Stanley received the prestigious GMA Dove Award for "Best Bluegrass Album of the Year" for his 2014 release "Every Mile." In January 2015, Nathan was featured on the highly acclaimed Cracker Barrel album Ralph Stanley & Friends "Man of Constant Sorrow." Nathan performed two songs with his grandfather on the special project. One was the classic "Rank Stranger" and the other was a heartfelt performance of "Hills of Home." Nathan Stanley is a class act who is no stranger to success. With eight solo Albums to his credit, recording with such artists as Brad Paisley, George Jones, Marty Stuart, Patty Loveless and many more. His voice is filled with conviction and emotion, with traces of old ghosts from days gone by. He is driven by the passion of the song, staying true to his bluegrass and gospel roots, Nathan's faith is no secret to anybody. Every time he steps out on a stage he lets his audiences know that his blessings and talent is a gift from God. Nathan still travels and stands by his hero, Dr. Ralph Stanley. The Love that he has for his grandfather is evident and nobody could deny it. Nathan also performs solo at theatres, music festivals, and performing arts centers around the country. To know him is to love him! As unique as a fingerprint, Nathan Stanley will leave his mark on your soul.
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Dr. Ralph Stanley, Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, Larry Sparks, and George Jones
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04/18/15
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Profile Last Updated:
08/18/23 10:32:06