published by Bob Cherry on Fri, 10/23/2015 - 01:03
Thursday, October 22nd, The Roys captured their fifth consecutive Inspirational Country Music (ICM) Inspirational Bluegrass Artist of the Year award and their seventh year in a row for an ICM Award. Elaine Roy says, "As I reflect on this incredible evening, I know I am blessed beyond words. So many people really touched my heart tonight with their kind words. Forgot to thank so many people but everyone who has helped us on this journey from our parents, family, friends, band members, radio DJs, fans, label, managers, publicist, festivals, promoters, ICM, our peers, I am sure I left a million people out, thank you for always inspiring me to do my best. And to God be the glory."
published by BMNN on Sat, 10/17/2015 - 00:06
Award-winning Bluegrass duo, The Roys, are once again nominated for Inspirational Bluegrass Artist of the Year during the 21st Annual Inspirational Country Music Awards (ICM). If they win, it will be the fifth consecutive year the siblings have won the award.
published by BMNN on Fri, 03/20/2015 - 00:24

Nashville, TN -- Award-winning Bluegrass duo, The Roys, have released the video for their latest single, "Those Boots," which serves as the second release off of their latest album,
The View. The video deeply connects with their roots, and includes footage of military members, farmers, firefighters and more. The video was filmed and produced by Passamano Bros. Productions, and premiered exclusively on
The Boot.
published by BMNN on Thu, 12/25/2014 - 23:10
Ft. Lauderdale, FL -- Back by popular demand, one of today’s top young bluegrass artists, The Roys, will once again be sailing on the Country Music Cruise. The Roys immediately captured the hearts of fans onboard January’s ship with impeccable musicianship, a deep appreciation of the roots of Bluegrass, and a timeless family harmony sound and were quickly asked to return when the Country Music Cruise sails again in January 2015.
published by BMNN on Sun, 12/21/2014 - 23:11
Nashville, TN -- Award-winning brother/sister duo The Roys' latest release, Bluegrass Kinda Christmas on Rural Rhythm Records, was named one of Rolling Stone's 10 Best Country Christmas Albums of 2014. The album was released in November and has been met with high critical acclaim. The Roys are in very good company, with other acts including Darius Rucker, Sara Evans, LeAnn Rimes, the Nashville Cast and more. You can check out the full list HERE.
published by BMNN on Sat, 11/15/2014 - 00:48
Nashville, TN -- Brother/sister duo The Roys won the Inspirational Country Music's Bluegrass Artist of the Year Award for the fourth consecutive year at last night's 20th Annual ICM Faith, Family & Country™ Awards show. "Truly humbled once again," noted Elaine of the honor. "We thank the Lord Jesus and Mom and Dad," added Lee. Following their acceptance of the award, The Roys delivered a stellar version of the poignant "Mended Wings" from The View, their fourth Rural Rhythm Records' release. The disc hit stores in September, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top 10 Bluegrass Albums chart, and generated a #1 single with "No More Lonely" on the Bluegrass Today Weekly Airplay Chart.
published by BMNN on Tue, 11/11/2014 - 00:18
Nashville, TN -- The Roys bring the holidays home with their newest CD, Bluegrass Kinda Christmas (Rural Rhythm Records), available now to radio programmers via AirPlay Direct, and to fans by pre-order at Walmart, Amazon and iTunes. The disc will be in stores November 18. The Roys' much-heralded sibling harmonies, spot-on lead vocals and agile musicianship shine a light on Christmas songs both new and old, creating a festive holiday ambience that's apropos for any seasonal celebration.
published by BMNN on Wed, 10/15/2014 - 00:36
Nashville, TN -- The Roys will debut on Young Country's upcoming season premiere for Blue Highways TV Network beginning Thursday, October 16 at 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. ET, with repeats October 18 and 19 at 3:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. ET, respectively. The networkbroadcasts in select areas via AT+T U-verse, Charter Communications, Direct TV and Dish Network. Fans can click here for full channel listings.
published by BMNN on Fri, 10/10/2014 - 00:11
Nashville, TN -- Nu-Blu, the bluegrass breakout act that has been sweeping the nation, has been added as the The Roys' special guest for this weekend's world-famous Ernest Tubb Midnite Jamboree. It's a night of solid bluegrass music that is sure to have fans on their feet cheering along! The special event is hosted by 650-WSM on Saturday, October 11. You can stream the show online by clicking HERE during the program.
published by Bob Cherry on Sun, 09/21/2014 - 00:06
The Roys have put together a project that shines some light into their personal lives. Elaine Roy shares some of her personal feelings in the opening track "No More Lonely." Those that have followed their social media commentary will find the relationship to this song and Elaine's personal journey. This fifth album of theirs is definitely the duo's greatest effort to date.
published by BMNN on Sat, 09/13/2014 - 00:31
Nashville, TN (September 12, 2014) – The Roys’ celebrate strong debuts on multiple charts with their fourth Rural Rhythm Records’ CD release, The View. The disc will enter the Billboard Top 10 Bluegrass Albums chart next week at #2, and currently holds the #7 spot on AirPlay Direct’s Bluegrass/Folk chart. The View entered Amazon’s Bluegrass Bestsellers list at #10 last week, and rises to #18 on today’s Roots Music Report Top 50 Bluegrass Chart. The news of the disc’s early success follows closely on the heels of the announcement of final-round ICM nominations for The Roys in the Inspirational Bluegrass Artist of the Year and Vocal Duo & Performance of the Year categories. Winners will be announced at the Awards’ 20th anniversary spectacular in Nashville on November 13.
published by BMNN on Sat, 08/16/2014 - 00:40
Nashville, TN -- The Roys have signed an exclusive booking agreement with Buddy Lee Attractions for worldwide representation. The deal was solidified yesterday in advance of the award-winning Bluegrass/Country duo's September 2 CD release, The View, on Rural Rhythm Records.
published by BMNN on Tue, 08/12/2014 - 00:59
Nashville, TN -- The Roys wrap the long Labor Day weekend with SiriusXM as the media giant hosts a special-format release party on its Bluegrass Junction channel for the duo's new CD, The View. The celebration, which will air Monday, September 1 at 6 p.m. ET, will feature The Roys performing their full album for an audience at the SiriusXM Music City Theatre. The CD hits stores on Tuesday, September 2; fans in a hurry for the award-winning Bluegrass/Country duo's new music can pre-order The View now from Amazon.
published by BMNN on Thu, 07/10/2014 - 00:10

Nashville, TN (July 9, 2014) - Brother/sister Bluegrass duo The Roys have released a companion lyric video to their newest radio single, "No More Lonely." Produced by Sammy Passamano, the digital creation intersperses colorful "cue card" stills with teases of breathtaking artwork from the siblings' upcoming CD,
The View, due in stores in September on Rural Rhythm Records.
published by BMNN on Wed, 07/02/2014 - 00:07
Nashville, TN -- Award-winning brother/sister Bluegrass duo, The Roys, continue their creative momentum as they gear up for the September release of their fourth studio album, The View. The highly-anticipated project offers the truest representation of The Roys' unique sound to date, and builds upon the duo's success as songwriters, introducing 11 of their new compositions. The brand new album is fueled by the loving, upbeat first single, "No More Lonely," released to radio on June 10 and commercially to fans on June 24 via digital vendors including: iTunes, Amazon, Google plus, Rhapsody and eMusic. The View, a Rural Rhythm Records' release, gives listeners The Roys' most organic project yet, and features a fan-appealing mix of traditional Bluegrass, Country and Gospel.
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