Oh Boy signs Palmyra

The trio combines traditional folk string instruments and harmonies with The Avett Brothers and the Wood Brothers as reference points.

Jody Whelan and Fiona Whelan Prine, widow of John Prine, who founded Oh Boy, joined the band on stage during their set at the Newport Folk Festival to announce the band's addition on Sunday.

Oh Boy released the band's 2023 6-song EP, "Belladonna," on vinyl today with new music slated for release in 2025.

"We're so excited to welcome Palmyra to Oh Boy. The energy and vitality of their performances grab you right away, but what really stays with you is the depth of their songwriting - songs that tackle the struggle to make sense of yourself and the world around you," said Jody Whelan, Managing Partner, Oh Boy Records. "I think they've been able to resonate with audiences so deeply because of the honesty and vulnerability in their songs. This is music that is much needed in the world."

"To say we're proud to be signed to Oh Boy would be an understatement. It's the honor of a lifetime to be brought into the Prime family fold through a label and legacy that we consider to be a North Star for acknowledging the power and importance of great art," said Palmyra's Sasha Landon.

"Since its inception with John, Oh Boy has always championed honest, intentional, damn good songwriting, and we are honored that they're holding us in that same reverence as the folks we look up to - Arlo, Dan, Kelsey, Swamp Dogg, Tre, Emily, and of course, John. What a gift," said the band in a press release.

Established in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley and now based in Richmond, Palmyra is Teddy Chipouras, Manoa Bell and Landon.