It’s been four years since Linda Jean Stokley and Montana Hobbs released a full album. The two, better known collectively as The Local Honeys, dropped a 45 last summer and have blessed fans with a couple of new singles in the last couple of months. But there has been no official announcement of a new record coming.
We think we may have squeaked out a hint or two that one might be as the two joined Frank and Falls for the latest episode of Roots Music Rambler. The interview was a bit of a Morehead State University reunion for the Honeys and Falls, all three of whom are graduates. And Falls tried to not lapse into his native mountain accent as he and Frank talked to the pair about everything from the purpose of music to protest songs and channeling Pink Floyd to the Kentucky music scene.
At the end of the day, Linda Jean and Montana are and will forever be leaders in the use of mountain and traditional music influences in a modern Appalachian sound in Americana music. They not only make great folk-rock and country music, but teach and mentor young musicians with their involvement in programs like Cowan’s Creek Mountain Music School.
The two are currently embarked on a spring tour with Cole Chaney and well worth the time and investment to see them live.
Frank and Falls also discuss the Grand Ole Opry’s 25th Anniversary Celebration of the film “O Brother Where Art Thou” and share Pickin’ the Grinnin’ recommendations. Falls pointed to a recent live act he saw in Stripmall Ballads. Frank shared a band her son Anthony was amused by on satellite radio: Buffalo Traffic Jam.
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Notes and links:
Grand Ole Opry’s “O Brother Where Art Thou’ pics from Falls – https://www.facebook.com/jasonfalls/posts/pfbid02am7dBXPyoUkuzbZT7s9zjfwQoC3UyBxhHuYUmdbSR9UPT7Luv4JHq9bUw3Tkr3Rul
The Local Honeys online – https://www.thelocalhoneys.com/
The Local Honeys on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/3KXxNSegk9keTDArt5YQMm?si=QhQe9xbUSkaUs-nfsv6v7g
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Pickin’ the Grinnin’ Choices
Stripmall Ballads on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/1cHn26JarDLgIQVEHnKlz8?si=HF_K5NIxTQe-XRUwE_pMgQ
Buffalo Traffic Jam on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/22LEPYRDhoThnbpShy6fV7?si=gEnonBXeR26RWmP5Zun8fA
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Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2026 – Falls+Partners. All music on the program is licensed by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association.
