Attention all Grammy Voters! For Your Consideration releases from Qualified Records

We're honored to represent these fine artists and their latest releases which have been accepted to the Grammy Ballot for Consideration.

Best American Roots Performance

Rodney Crowell and Tommy Emmanuel were on a tour bus somewhere in middle America when inspiration struck. They then enlisted one of Nashville's first-call singers, Lisa Stewart, who brought a playful melody and sharp lyrical sense. Together, they crafted a tongue-in-cheek love song full of charm and wit.

https://lisastewart1.bandcamp.com/album/the-man-you-are-today-single

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smmfNILrV6M

BEST CONTEMPORARY BLUES ALBUM

Yates McKendree’s 2025 album "Need To Know" on Qualified Records is a deeply soulful contemporary blues project showcasing his multi-instrumental talents across guitar, drums, bass, organ, and vocals. The album blends five original compositions co-written with Gary Nicholson and eight covers, all recorded with a live, unaltered sound free of pitch correction or AI enhancements. Produced by his father, Kevin McKendree, a celebrated blues pianist, the album features an outstanding group of musicians and captures a raw, authentic blues vibe that feels both traditional and fresh. Highlights include T-Bone Walker-inspired guitar on “See See Rider,” fiery fretwork on “Good As Gone,” and a heartfelt take on James Brown’s “I Don’t Care.” The album is praised for its real, honest music played with passion and skill, making McKendree a significant rising figure in the blues.

• YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_n-kWAg9ZAkYltUijZYn4CxBFCfyih_DFE

  
  

• Bandcamp: https://yatesmckendree.bandcamp.com/album/need-to-know

• SoundCloud playlist by Qualified Records: https://soundcloud.com/user-79419451/sets/need-to-know

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/embed/album/6G9hLgdRwKnBJinUDJv6ZB

• Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/need-to-know/1817646308

• SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-79419451/sets/need-to-know

BEST TRADITIONAL BLUES ALBUM

Mike Henderson’s "Last Nite Live from the Bluebird" is a traditional blues live album recorded at Nashville’s iconic Bluebird Café, capturing the energy and intimacy of his live guitar and vocal performances. The album cover art visually conveys the cozy, historic vibe of the venue where the recording took place, supporting the album's authentic blues roots.

Also -- the cover from this album has been submitted as well, painted by Steve Lowrey

• YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_k9-FwkFPFIH4ANShGR3Ktgysqb1QCMQOk
  

• SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-79419451/sets/last-nite-at-the-bluebird-live

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1HqzK9Rb2omnWgECHZi3Vf

• iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/artist/mike-henderson-250059/albums/last-nite-at-the-bluebird-live-331270586/

• https://soundcloud.com/user-79419451/sets/last-nite-at-the-bluebird-live

BEST AMERICAN ROOTS ALBUM

Big Shoes’ 2025 album "King Size," released on Qualified Records, is a vibrant American Roots project featuring 13 tracks over about 46 minutes, including songs like "Halfway to Memphis" and "Can I Take You With Me." The Nashville-based band blends roots-rock influences with soulful songwriting and dynamic musicianship. Band members include: Rick Huckaby, Mark T. Jordan, Will McFarlane, Kenne Cramer, Tom Szell, Lynn Williams, and Bryan Brock. Signed with Qualified Records since 2022, continuing the band's tradition of heartfelt American Roots music.

YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lHM-VtMhuhmYImsBvtfr19e03x8v5VIRs

• Bandcamp: https://bigshoestunes.bandcamp.com/album/king-size

• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-79419451/sets/king-size

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6s4L3YAnVWlcdIgy4rmihO

• Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/king-size/1823127369