Randall Deaton

In November of 2013 we reported on changes at Lonesome Day Records. Label President Randall Deaton has taken on a new partner, Jeff Carter, CEO of Viamedia. In addition to many years of expertise in media marketing, Jeff's investment will allow

Randall Deaton and Lonesome Day Records are making a big play in the bluegrass market, announcing a new partner and plans for a major expansion. And not just any partner. Jeff Carter, co-founder of cable advertising giant Viamedia, has purchased a

He grew up surrounded with bluegrass pickers; he has been playing guitar since he was in high school; he has built his own recording studio and started his own record label. Nothing unusual there, but Randall Deaton is different, as he

Lonesome Day Records, long known for their emphasis on quality over quantity, is tracking for a new project celebrating the songs of American writer and singer, Bob Seger. With a 40 year career behind him, Seger still tours actively at age 67