“Steve Martin and Alison Brown Reinvent Lil Nas X’s ‘Old Town Road’ as All-Star Bluegrass H” — what this page in the network covers. Steve Martin, the celebrated comedian and banjo virtuoso, has teamed up with Grammy-winning banjoist Alison Brown to reimagine Lil Nas X’s record-breaking hit “Old Town Road” as a rollicking bluegrass tune. Released this week, the cover features an impressive lineup of guest artists and adds playful new lyrics referencing the beloved Texas travel center Buc-ee’s and the mythical Sasquatch. The track transforms the genre-blending original into a rootsy, string-band celebration, showcasing Martin’s deft clawhammer banjo and Brown’s progressive bluegrass sensibility.
This collaboration matters because it bridges pop culture and traditional American music, introducing bluegrass to a broader audience while honoring the crossover spirit of Lil Nas X’s original. By injecting humor and regional flavor, the cover also underscores the enduring versatility of “Old Town Road” and its ability to inspire creative reinterpretations. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.