Kentucky-born country standout JD Shelburne and Grand Ole Opry member and multi-award-winning country artist, Crystal Gayle, have added a fresh, heartfelt version of “Silver Bells” to his expanding holiday repertoire. Listen to the new music on all streaming platforms HERE.
Bart Busch produced the holiday favorite, recorded and tracked at Saxman Studios in Mt. Juliet, TN. The Christmas classic premiered yesterday on Country Evolution, further showcasing the artistry and fan-centered spirit that have shaped Shelburne’s remarkable career. Fans can listen to JD’s complete holiday catalog by tuning in to his Christmas playlist on Spotify.
“I recently made my Grand Ole Opry debut in July, sharing the stage with fellow Kentucky native and Opry Member Crystal Gayle. Crystal has been a beloved figure in Kentucky throughout my life, and growing up on a farm, my mom often talked about her and Loretta. I've loved her music and her story for years. It was surreal to meet her at various events, and on my debut night, she performed and later invited my family and me into her dressing room for photos and a meeting. She was very kind to everyone. A few weeks after my debut, I saw she followed me on Instagram and started commenting on my posts. We quickly connected, exchanged numbers, and kept in touch. I asked if she would record with me, and she said, "YES!" We decided to cover the classic Christmas song, "Silver Bells." It was an honor to sing with a Grammy-winning artist and such an accomplished musician. I’m excited for our fans to hear our version—Crystal nailed it!
Crystal Gayle added, "I first met JD Shelburne and his beautiful family when he was making his Opry debut. He was fantastic. When he asked me to sing with him on one of my favorite classic Christmas songs, “Silver Bells,” I was honored. It is always great singing with a fellow Kentuckian. Love you, JD!"
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About JD Shelburne:
JD Shelburne caps a dream run of milestones with his seventh studio album, “Raised on the Good Stuff.” The Kentucky native made his long-awaited Grand Ole Opry debut on July 5, 2025, calling the night “unforgettable, something I’ve been looking forward to my entire career.” Recent highlights include a Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Songwriter Session at the Ford Theater as well as a sold out Bluebird Cafe spotlight show and the launch of his Signature Series 101 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey statewide, following collaborations with The Oak Ridge Boys on stage and on his prior album, Neon Hallelujah, which delivered the #1 CMT 12 Pack Countdown video “Cars & Trucks.”
A road warrior with 3,000+ shows to his name, Shelburne has shared bills with ZZ Top, Montgomery Gentry, Miranda Lambert, Marty Stuart, and more; sung the national anthem at the NBA, NASCAR, and MLB events; and graced the cover of Kentucky’s Official Visitor’s Guide. He’s reached the iTunes Country Top Ten, earned consistent air on CMT and the Circle Network, and notched eight consecutive CMT videos, including two #1s, “Church Pew Barstool” and “Cars & Trucks.” He’s drawn praise from Randy Travis, The Oak Ridge Boys, Mark McGrath (Sugar Ray), Steve Wariner, and others.
Television has amplified his reach with appearances on NBC, CBS, RFD-TV, TNN, Newsmax, Circle All Access, Meet the Press, American Country Network, and Great American Country. Averaging 7 million monthly impressions on Facebook, Shelburne’s high-energy shows and fan-first approach have solidified him as a regional powerhouse and earned recognition at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum.
Raised in small-town Kentucky, Shelburne picked up a guitar in 2002 and played his first show at his hometown Baptist church in 2003. That spark led him to Nashville, six original albums, and now “Raised on the Good Stuff”—a collection that distills his electric live pulse and honest storytelling into the next defining chapter of a career built on grit, gratitude, and the fans who keep showing up. Current brand partners include Bubbakoo’s Burritos, Breedlove Guitars, Inclusion Brand Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Texas Roadhouse, and Evan Williams Bourbon.
About Crystal Gayle:
Crystal Gayle was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2017 by her sister Loretta Lynn, adding to an extraordinary list of honors that includes the ACM’s 2016 Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award and her 2009 star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. A beloved figure in country and popular music since the mid-1970s, she is celebrated for timeless hits like Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue, You’ve Been Talking in Your Sleep, When I Dream, Half the Way, and her duet with Eddie Rabbitt, Just You and I. With more than twenty No. 1 singles and dozens of crossover successes, Crystal has been recognized by the Grammys, CMA, ACM, American Music Awards, and others for her enduring impact on music.
Her most recent album, You Don’t Know Me, co-produced with her son Christos Gatzimos, revisits classic country songs that shaped her early life and career, including Ribbon of Darkness, You Don’t Know Me, Just One More, and You Never Were Mine. The project also features the first-ever recording of sisters Loretta Lynn and Peggy Sue on "Put It Off Until Tomorrow." Beyond her chart-topping catalog, Crystal’s diverse work includes soundtrack collaborations, inspirational albums, contributions to Grammy-winning children’s projects, and long-standing charitable involvement. A proud Nashville resident, she continues to share her artistry with audiences worldwide while cherishing time with family and community.
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