BIOGRAPHY
Throughout his 30+ year career, Dan Tyminski has left his mark in every corner of modern music. Tyminski’s voice famously accompanies George Clooney’s performance of the Stanley Brother’s classic song, “I Am A Man Of Constant Sorrow,” in the film, Oh Brother, Where Art Thou bringing bluegrass into focus for millions of new fans. His vocal collaboration with Swedish DJ Avicii on the song “Hey, Brother” was a global smash, having been streamed over 1 billion times to date.
Dan has also contributed guitar and/or harmony to projects by Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Kenny Chesney, LeAnn Rimes, Aaron Lewis and Rob Thomas, to name a few. In addition to his highly successful solo career, Dan Tyminski has played guitar and mandolin for Alison Krauss & Union Station since 1994. His unmatched instrumental skills and burnished, soulful tenor voice have been key components of the band.
Dan has been honored with 14 Grammy Awards, was named Male Vocalist of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association 4x and was recognized as 2004’s Male Vocalist of the Year by the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music in America.
In 2022, Tyminski released the EP "One More Time Before You Go: A Tribute to Tony Rice" featuring guest appearances by Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, Jerry Douglas, Todd Phillips, Sam Bush, Dailey & Vincent. (Listen HERE)
"God Fearing Heathen" was released on June 23, 2023. The lead track is a bluegrass treatment to his smash hit with Avicii, ”Hey Brother”. This first ever album of original bluegrass compositions debuted at #1 on Billboard's Bluegrass Albums Chart.
Featuring rollicking, rambunctious, and good-time vibes, Tyminski's newest full-length album "Live from the Ryman" was released on August 16, 2024. Featuring the instrumental “Cumberland Gap,” the Jimmy Martin tribute, “Ode to Jimmy”, the impact of PTSD on returning soldiers in “Silence in the Brandy” and cult classic “I Am a Man of Constant Sorrow,” fans are already clamoring for more from the bluegrass maestro.
PRESS
"Dan Tyminski’s new album Live at the Ryman is like being in the audience for one of his shows. The recording captures the energy, intimacy, and excitement of the night, and Tyminski and his band shine brightly on this collection of songs and tunes." Folk Alley
Exclusive interview: Dan Tyminski on working with Avicii
"Each track highlights Dan Tyminski’s fearless blend of tradition and innovation, showcasing his exceptional artistry." (on God Fearing Heathen, released June 2023) - Circle All Access
"Every song on God Fearing Heathen, including a supercharged version of “Hey Brother,” a 2013 hit from Swedish DJ Avicii featuring Tyminski’s vocals, shines with radiant vocals, sparkling instrumentation, and lyrical virtuosity." - No Depression
"...the music is inspired, classy, and played with the reverence of someone who understands bluegrass..." - American Songwriter
"...song after song zips past in a shimmering, seemingly faultless haze, delivered with a kind of fired-up, understated energy that contains a heady combination of simultaneously adrenalin-filled, palpable enjoyment experienced by the musicians who created it, together with displays of nailed-on but lowkey professional talent." - Americana UK
"Dan Tyminski Tips His Hat to Tony Rice on New Tribute EP" - Bluegrass Situation
ASSETS
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