Rusty Gear sets new EP release for May 29
By AI, Created 1:01 PM UTC, May 27, 2026, /AGP/ – Rusty Gear Music will release Rusty Gear’s new four-track EP, Blues From Muscle Shoals To Nashville, on May 29 in America, Europe and Australia. The project blends Muscle Shoals and Nashville sounds and features Brad Hill, Camille Rae and veteran session players from both scenes.
Why it matters: - The new EP extends Rusty Gear’s run in roots and blues, pairing a classic Southern sound with a wider international release. - The project targets listeners in America, Europe and Australia at the same time. - The release builds on Rusty Gear’s prior chart success in roots radio.
What happened: - Rusty Gear Music announced the release of Blues From Muscle Shoals To Nashville. - The four-track EP drops on May 29. - The release is set to reach America, Europe and Australia. - Recording took place at Sound Emporium in Nashville. - Producer Brad Hill led the session.
The details: - The EP includes Clayton Ivey on keys and Bob Wray on bass. - Sean Paddock plays drums. - Tony Sarno and Solomon Littlefield contribute guitar. - Shane Kirsch plays sax and arranged the horn section. - Camille Rae of Nashville’s Calamity Jane sings lead vocals on Your Guilt Ain’t Good Enough. - The collection centers on the American blues tradition and complicated romantic relationships. - Rusty Gear’s songs are described as combining Muscle Shoals and Nashville sounds. - The release includes original songs focused on American life. - More information is available in the company’s announcement.
Between the lines: - The EP leans on familiar names from two strong Southern music hubs, signaling a deliberate nod to authenticity. - The mix of horns, lead guitar and guest vocals suggests a fuller, more layered blues sound than a bare-bones singer-songwriter set. - Rusty Gear’s framing points to a release aimed at both genre fans and listeners drawn to Americana themes.
What’s next: - Blues From Muscle Shoals To Nashville becomes available on May 29. - Rusty Gear will likely lean on the new EP as the next step after Music City Drifters. - That earlier release held No. 1 on Roots Music Report for eight straight weeks. - Rusty Gear’s single Sorry Excuses featuring Bekka Bramlett reached No. 2.
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