GRAMMY® Award-winning and Country Music Hall of Fame inductees The Oak Ridge Boys are set to release their latest album Mama’s Boys on Friday, October 25, through Lightning Rod/Thirty Tigers. This marks their fifth collaboration with Grammy-winning producer Dave Cobb, recorded at Nashville’s iconic RCA Studio A and Blackbird Studios. The album is a heartfelt tribute to mothers and strong women everywhere, celebrating their nurturing strength and unconditional love.
Ahead of the release, the second single, “Come On Home,” is now available for download and streaming on all major platforms. The song premiered exclusively through American Songwriter and was penned by David Lee Murphy and Aaron Raitiere specifically for this project. Duane Allen of The Oak Ridge Boys shared that the track was an instant fit for William Lee Golden’s lead vocals: “When Dave Cobb sent ‘Come On Home’ to me, it just screamed out to be a William Lee Golden lead.”
A Tribute to Mothers and Strong Women
The Oak Ridge Boys have always been known for their rich harmonies and the emotional depth of their music. Mama’s Boys continues this legacy, honoring not only their own mothers but all mothers who provide life, hope, and love. The album also marks the debut of Ben James as the group’s new tenor, adding a fresh dimension to the ensemble’s sound.
Producer Dave Cobb, known for his authentic approach to country music, once again collaborates with the group to capture the heart of their musical message. Songs like “That’s The Way Mama Made It,” “Mama Sang For Me,” and “I Thought About You, Lord,” a collaboration with Willie Nelson, form the backbone of the album, each carrying the timeless theme of family.
Mama’s Boys Track Listing:
- That’s The Way Mama Made It
- Mama’s Boys
- Mama’s Teaching Angels How To Sing
- Ever With Me
- Her Voice
- Mama Sang For Me
- Come On Home
- I Thought About You, Lord (Featuring Willie Nelson)
- Sweetest Gift
- Divine Witness
The Oak Ridge Boys: A Legacy in Country and Gospel Music
The Oak Ridge Boys, who initially gained fame in gospel music, have since become one of the most successful and beloved groups in country music history. Formed in the 1940s, the group’s lineup evolved over time, solidifying into the iconic quartet of Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, William Lee Golden, and Richard Sterban. The Oak Ridge Boys are celebrated for their seamless blend of gospel, country, and pop, achieving a signature sound that has spanned decades.
Their most famous hits include “Elvira,” “American Made,” “Bobbie Sue,” “(I’m Settin’) Fancy Free,” and “Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight.” The group has achieved 17 #1 hits, 37 Top 20 country songs, and earned five Grammy Awards, four CMA Awards, and a spot in the Grand Ole Opry, Gospel Music Hall of Fame, Vocal Group Hall of Fame, and the Country Music Hall of Fame. With 12 gold, 3 platinum, and 1 double-platinum album, their influence is undeniable.
American Made Farewell Tour
Currently, The Oak Ridge Boys are on their American Made Farewell Tour, which continues to book dates into 2025. Fans have the opportunity to see the group perform their greatest hits one last time, including on their special American Made Farewell Christmas Tour in select cities. This farewell tour will be a lasting celebration of their storied career, filled with nostalgic performances for longtime fans.The Oak Ridge Boys American Made Farewell Tour Dates Include:
OCT 05 – Mississippi Coliseum / Jackson, Miss.
OCT 06 – Pensacola Saenger Theatre / Pensacola, Fla.
OCT 18 – Turfway Park / Florence, Ky.
OCT 19 – Walker’s Bluff Casino / Carterville, Ill.
OCT 25 – Greenville Municipal Auditorium / Greenville, Texas
OCT 26 – Arlington Music Hall / Arlington, Texas
NOV 13 – Medina Entertainment Center / Medina, Minn.
NOV 14 – Prairies Edge Casino Resort / Granite Falls, Minn.
NOV 15 – Sevenwinds Casino, Lodge & Conference Center / Hayward, Wis.
NOV 16 – Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel / Tama, Iowa
NOV 21 – Performing Arts Center – Kent State Tuscarawas / New Philadelphia, Ohio
NOV 22 – Macomb Center for the Performing Arts / Clinton Township, Mich.
NOV 23 – Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort / Mount Pleasant, Mich.
American Made Farewell Christmas Tour:
NOV 29 – The Grand Ole Opry / Nashville, Tenn.
NOV 30 – H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center / Shippensburg, Pa.
DEC 04 – The Grand Ole Opry / Nashville, Tenn.
DEC 05 – Rialto Square Theatre / Joliet, Ill.
DEC 06 – Resch Center / Green Bay, Wis.
DEC 07 – Crystal Grand Music Theatre / Wisconsin Dells, Wis.
DEC 08 – Crystal Grand Music Theatre / Wisconsin Dells, Wis.
DEC 12 – The Tower Event & Concert Center / Marietta, Ohio
DEC 13 – Arcada Theater / St. Charles, Ill.
DEC 14 – Brown County Music Center / Nashville, Ind.
DEC 15 – Brown County Music Center / Nashville, Ind.
DEC 19 – SKyPAC – Main Hall / Bowling Green, Ky.
DEC 20 – Honeywell Center – Ford Theater / Wabash, Ind.
DEC 21 – Emens Auditorium – Ball State University / Muncie, Ind.
With Mama’s Boys, The Oak Ridge Boys continue to connect with fans through their music, offering a heartfelt tribute to the women who have shaped our lives. Preorders for the album are available now at orcd.co/mamasboys. Don’t miss this new chapter in their remarkable journey, and catch them on their final tour as they bid farewell to a legendary career in country and gospel music
