Charlottesville, VA (September 13, 2024)—Rebel Records is thrilled to announce the release of new single "The Auctioneer" from multi-SPBGMA Award-winning and International Bluegrass Music Association-nominated group, The Kody Norris Show. A fresh take on Leroy Van Dyke's iconic hit, this fan-favorite has captivated listeners around the world for generations. The Kody Norris Show brings their signature energy and style to this timeless classic, making it distinctly their own while honoring the spirit of the original. This release is sure to resonate with both long-time fans of the song and a new generation of bluegrass enthusiasts. “The Auctioneer” was premiered by Think Country on Thursday.
“The opportunity to release 'The Auctioneer' to radio is something that we have wanted to do for a very long time,” shares Kody Norris. “This has been the most requested song of my career. When I was a kid, my mom was a bookkeeper for an auction, so I grew up spending every weekend at the local sale barn. I remember admiring the auctioneer and his ability to command the room not only as a bid caller but even as somewhat of an entertainer. I would come home every night and try to recreate what I had heard and seen at the auction. I'm certain that my family and friends got many hours of entertainment watching and listening to me mimic the auction cry!”
“Fast forward many years and I found myself in the bluegrass world. One night at a festival in Kentucky, I was asked to sing 'The Auctioneer' as a joke. Little did I know that this joke would turn into a career move for my show! Then fast forward many more years, during the Covid era for musicians I had plenty of time off the road. Mary Rachel pushed me to go to Auctioneer School and it was there I became a certified Auctioneer! We sure hope our fans enjoy our new cut with twin fiddles and lots of excitement of the Auctioneer!”
For those who will be in Raleigh for the 2024 IBMA World of Bluegrass convention, you can hear "The Auctioneer" live. The Kody Norris Show will be joining Seth Mulder & Midnight Run, Rrinaco and Starlett & Big John for the Rebel Records After Hours Showcase on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 10:00 PM. As recently announced by the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA), The Kody Norris Show are nominated in two categories including New Artist of the Year and Music Video of the Year for their single “I Call Her Sunshine.” This marks the band's first official nominations at the IBMA Awards. | 
