Mosley thinks of the new album as a bit of an anthology. Mining three songs long out-of-print from the New Tradition day and two he wrote for the Farm Hands; the rest of the songs are originals.
“Each song is special in its own way,” he said. “The title track is a true story written about Toad Smith, the local barber in my hometown of Waverly, Tennessee. ‘It Never Gets Old’ is just a simple love song, but my friend Irene Kelley came in and added the most gorgeous harmony. She really made it extra special. And ‘The Deal’ is a unique song because it’s a gospel song but written from the vantage point of The Devil.”
“I’ve been blessed with over 30 years of professional Bluegrass music. Lots of great moments and great memories but there were certainly some mistakes and missteps along the way too. ‘A Few Years Ago’ was written as a tribute to that moment when you can finally look back at your past with clarity. You appreciate the good moments, accept your responsibility in the mistakes, and find peace.”
Known for his prolific storytelling ability, Mosley has been penning tracks for artists like Lynn Anderson, Bobby Osborne, Josh Williams, the Booth Brothers, and Carolina Blue. He served memorably as a member of the celebrated bluegrass band New Tradition; he formed his band the Farm Hands in 2010. The new album, however, is a clean break.