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John Smith is Making a New Record
We are thrilled to share the news that John Smith has been in the studio this week, creating his next record. Here is a note from John as he embarks on this new chapter…

Della Mae Releases Two More Videos
Della Mae has been making the most of quaran-time by creating awesome new remote-collaboration videos! “You’re So Vain” was first aired at Spirit of Grey Fox 2020 in July. “Mississippi Half Step” premiered at Beyond Daze, a celebration of Jerry Garcia’s birthday. Check em out…

Della Mae’s “Party on the Lawn”
Della Mae recently participated in the “Spirit of Grey Fox 2020” Virtual Festival, in which they premiered a brand new video of a quarantine-inspired tune, “Party on the Lawn”. This song inspires us all to still have fun, even in these times of social distance!

What Fans Want—FAI Webinar
In recent months, as we’ve adjusted to quarantine conditions, artists, labels and presenters are pivoting to reach fans. In absence of concerts, live streams have surged. New technology has emerged. As we simultaneously commit ourselves to social justice and cultural equity work, dramatic change is afoot. Managers and agents have re-oriented services to support artists’ evolving needs.

Are you tuning in to Della Mae’s weekly shows?
Although touring as we use to know it is on hold for now, Della Mae is still creating, playing, performing, and finding ways to have fun and grow their music and mission. For the past few months, the women of Della Mae have been presenting two weekly livestream performances…

Della Mae is on Patreon!
If you’ve been wondering how best to stay connected to Della Mae during this time where touring is on hold, Patreon is a wonderful way to keep up with what the Della’s are up to. Here’s a note from the band with more scoop on their Patreon offerings…

Are you teaching music lessons online?
Whether you’ve been teaching a long time or are just now starting as a revenue stream while off the road, please join us Monday, April 20th at 10am Central/11am Eastern, for an informal think tank meeting of the minds.

“Live in Chester” Release and World Tour Livestream Event

A Note from John Smith…

A Note from Della Mae…

Market Monkeys at Folk Alliance International 2020
We continue to be deeply involved with Folk Alliance International, and look forward to seeing you in New Orleans next week if you are attending. This year, founder Michelle Conceison was enlisted to program speakers, panels, affinity groups, peer sessions – and she launched FAI’s first ever FolkStory project.

Love for Headlight

Della Mae Announces Headlight
New album from Della Mae out January 17, 2020 on Rounder Records! Pre-order now for immediate downloads of “Wild One” and title track “Headlight”…

The McCrary Sisters announce new Christmas album out Nov 15th!

John Smith Releases Single “Burden of the Road,” Immediately Playlisted

Americanafest 2019
You can find Market Monkeys clients performing throughout Americanafest!

John Smith Releases “Hummingbird” Worldwide

Della Mae New EP #1 Bluegrass Billboard, #1 Grassicana Radio
Della Mae’s new release “The Butcher Shoppe EP” debuted at #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart, and an instrumental track composed by Kimber Ludiker debuted at #1 on the Grassicana radio chart.

Market Monkeys Artists to Appear at AMA 2018

Rose Cousins Performs at Canada Day National Celebration
On July 1st, Rose Cousins performed on Parliament Hill in celebration Canada Day. Her appearance was broadcast nationally on television, radio and via live stream.