Trenton Ayers has been hailed as part of the next gen of Hill Country blues artists. He says "As far as I'm concerned, I can just be labeled as me."

Takin' It To The Mountain introduces Trenton Ayers, a gifted musician whose roots run deep within the Mississippi Hill Country blues tradition while embracing influences that stretch far beyond it. Raised in a family where music was a constant presence, Ayers absorbed everything from blues and soul to Blood, Sweat & Tears, developing a personal style shaped by legendary Hill Country figures including Jessie Mae Hemphill, Junior Kimbrough, and Cedric Burnside. Despite his remarkable talent, he remained largely undiscovered until producer Jimbo Mathus helped bring his music to a wider audience through this powerful debut recording.

The album reflects Ayers' life experiences as a touring musician, his years working on a 17,000-acre elk ranch, and his successful battle with alcoholism, transforming personal triumphs and hardships into deeply authentic songwriting. Combining Hill Country blues with rock, groove, and psychedelic influences, the performances balance raw emotion with infectious rhythms and memorable guitar work throughout.

Presented on CD, Takin' It To The Mountain establishes Trenton Ayers as a compelling new voice in contemporary blues, honoring tradition while forging a style entirely his own.

Track Listing

• Blues So Bad
• Play On
• Run Leo
• Takin' It To The Mountain
• Gettin' Funky
• Insight
• Snake Hips
• Long Time No See
• Thang Goin' On

Additional Details

Label: Music Maker

Genre: Pop/Rock

Language: English

Run Time: 34:41 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 09/04/26

UPC: 601163011270