"smart and assured, a continuation of the band's penchant for blurring the lines between bluegrass, folk, soul, "never failing to deliver punch ...

Della Mae Returns with The Butcher Shoppe EP

                  Six-Song EP To Be Released March 1, 2019
             The Bluegrass Situation Premieres "Bourbon Hound"

"smart and assured, a continuation of the band's penchant for blurring the lines between bluegrass, folk, soul,
                                           and old-time traditions"
                                              -The Boston Globe

  "never failing to deliver punch, soul and emotion in equal measure ... rootsy, prayerful, spiritual almost - a
                                      statement of purpose and direction"
                                                 -Pop Matters

                                               "arresting, defiant"
                                                      -NPR

December 12, 2018 - Nashville, TN - Since forming in Boston in 2009, Nashville-based
string band Della Mae has established a reputation as a charismatic live act comprising
some of the finest players in bluegrass, Americana and beyond. Today the GRAMMY-
nominated band announces a new recording, The Butcher Shoppe EP. Showcasing the most-

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requested fan-favorites including two brand-new original compositions, the EP (recorded
at The Butcher Shoppe Studio in Nashville) also features a number of guest appearances
by Molly Tuttle, Alison Brown, and Avril Smith. This marks the first new music for the band
since 2015's eponymous album. The Butcher Shoppe EP, produced by the band, will be
released on March 1, 2019.

"Recording this EP at the Butcher Shoppe was a whirlwind of energy and creativity, and
most of it was accomplished in one day. We recorded everything mostly live, and in only a
couple takes. It was fun and seamless, and felt very true to Della Mae," said Jenni Lyn
Gardner, mandolin player and vocalist.

The Bluegrass Situation has premiered "Bourbon Hound," a song that was penned by lead
singer Celia Woodsmith for one of Della Mae's favorite festivals, Grey Fox.

"I was brainstorming a topic to write a song about, and as a last ditch effort started naming
all the types of bourbon in my cabinet at home to come up with 'Bourbon Hound.' Della
Mae premiered it in the Grey Fox dance tent and it immediately became a fan favorite. The
recording features Molly Tuttle on high vocal harmonies and Avril Smith on guitar."

The other original on the EP is "No-See-Um Stomp" the first instrumental the band has ever
recorded. The song, written by Kimber Ludiker, offers a subtle twist: instead of twin
fiddles, it features twin guitars by Molly Tuttle and Avril Smith.

The release also includes several favorites like "Sixteen Tons" and "Whipping Post" that
fans request recordings of at live shows.

The Butcher Shoppe EP is available for pre-order on their website today and at all major
music outlets this Friday.

Originating from different musical backgrounds and regions across the US and Canada,
each member brings distinct elements that contribute to Della Mae's unique sound. Their
music draws on different genres and perfectly balances roots-based tradition with more
contemporary influences.

Della Mae is embarking on a new chapter of collaboration on the heels of a year of touring
with special guests including GRAMMY-winning banjo player Alison Brown, Bonnie Paine
of Elephant Revival, original Della Mae guitarist Avril Smith, and more.

Della Mae's founder Kimber Ludiker elaborates, "With the shows we've played this year
and the EP we just recorded, we're really getting back to the mission statement of Della
Mae. This band was created to showcase women in roots music. It's been so great to play
with our original guitarist, Avril Smith, again while cheering Courtney Hartman on in her
new ventures. Watching Avril and Molly Tuttle work out a "twin guitar" part to 'No-See-Um
Stomp,' and Alison Brown deliver perfect take after perfect take were studio highlights for
me. Alison has been a huge influence to the band, and is a respected torch-bearing

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instrumentalist to the entire bluegrass community. Her professionalism and discerning ear
were so valuable in the studio."

It's clear the making of the EP was as inspiring for the guests as it was for Della Mae:

"I've been a fan of Della Mae for many years and have always dreamed of getting to play
with them. It was a true joy to join them for a couple tracks on their new EP. They are
incredibly inspiring musicians. The collaborative and inviting energy they brought to the
project made me feel so welcome in the studio. One highlight was working out twin guitar
with Avril on 'No-See-Um Stomp'" - Molly Tuttle, guest vocals and guitar

"It's been inspiring to reunite with Della Mae on tours this year and in the making of this
EP. I've been honored to experience the incredible connection they've built with their fans
and to be one of their guests alongside Alison Brown and Molly Tuttle for the new
recording." - Avril Smith, Della Mae's original guitarist

Della Mae will host a special Christmas event at Nashville's World Famous Station Inn this
evening featuring many surprise guests. They will continue with an extensive tour schedule
in 2019.

The Butcher Shoppe EP Tracklist:

   1.   Bourbon Hound
   2.   No-See-Um Stomp
   3.   Sleep With One Eye Open
   4.   Sixteen Tons
   5.   Bluebird Blackbird
   6.   Whipping Post

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Della Mae is (in order photographed above):
Zoe Guigueno-bass, vocals
Celia Woodsmith-lead vocals, guitar
Kimber Ludiker-fiddle, vocals
Jenni Lyn Gardner-mandolin, vocals (lead vocals track 3)

(photos by Ryan Nolan)

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                For more information, contact Regina Joskow 917-532-
              5687 regina.joskow@rounder.com or Ashley Moyer 615-928-
                 4777 ashley.moyer@rounder.com at Rounder Records.