The Dead South Announce New Album 'Sugar & Joy,' Drop Video For "Diamond Ring"

Bluegrass masters The Dead South delivered some big news today, announcing the Oct. 11 release of their third album, Sugar & Joy, and unleashing its first single, "Diamond Ring," complete with a playful robbery caper music video showing the band's humor streak.

The 4-piece string band from Regina Saskatchewan recorded the new album in Muscle Shoals, Ala., and it was produced by GRAMMY winner Jimmy Nutt, best known for his work with the Steeldrivers. On Sugar & Joy, The Dead South continue to push the boundaries of the genre with an intoxicating mix of traditional pedigree and irreverant stomp. And according to Nutt, it is a team effort.

"They have an obvious dedication to what they are doing," says Nutt. "They really encourage each other, which you don't see a lot."

The Dead South will perform at Glastonbury this weekend and are gearing up for a show at Red Rocks in July. Next year, they will become the first bluegrass band to ever headline Brixton Academy. They've also just announced dates for their Served Cold tour, with tickets going on sale tomorrow, June 26.

For a full list of tour dates and ticket information, visit the band's website.