Soul Condition
Self-Released, 2026
8/10
The bluegrass duo, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, return with an 11th studio album, where the 11 tracks surround faith and aren’t short on harmonies.
“You Don’t Knock” opens the listen with Darin’s bright mandolin alongside Brooke’s flowing voice and John Cowan’s expressive singing amid much grace and melody, and “Your Unfailing Love” follows with a soft mood that pairs the sublime singing with dreamy mandolin before Carley Arrowood’s meticulous fiddle enters.
“So Much To Thank Him For” lands in the middle and comes with plenty of spiritual ideas that are heartfelt alongside the gentle keys, while “Bought By The Blood” blends the banjo with the gorgeous vocal harmonies and a rich demeanor.
Near the end, “Where Could I Go But To The Lord” invites singing along to the faith fueled songwriting that enlists Darin’s cozy mandolin, and “When Were Gone Long Gone” exits with a distinct intimacy that meshes the fiddle, mandolin and powerful singing.
An inspirational outing that uses bluegrass and gospel to their advantage, Darin and Brooke inject much care and thoughtfulness into songs that provide refuge from the many struggles plaguing all of us.
Travels well with: The Grascals- Up All Night; Tim Raybon Band- I Could Get Used To This