Beck and West Virginia's Own Sierra Ferrell Team Up for a Stunning Reinvention of "Ride Lonesome"
The Mountain State's rising superstar brings her soulful Americana magic to a breathtaking new collaboration
Photo by Mika Karl
A powerhouse collaboration just dropped, and it has a deeply rooted connection to the Mountain State.
Music icon Beck has teamed up with West Virginia's very own rising superstar, Sierra Ferrell, for a breathtaking new version of his track "Ride Lonesome." The single is available today on all streaming platforms, accompanied by a striking new visualizer directed by Mikai Karl.
For fans of both artists, the pairing is a dream come true — blending Beck's legendary, genre-bending artistry with Ferrell's spellbinding, timeless vocals. Sierra Ferrell, a native of Nomad, West Virginia, has been taking the music world by storm with her distinct blend of bluegrass, gypsy jazz, and old-time country. Watching her trajectory from busking on street corners to headlining major festivals and collaborating with rock royalty has been nothing short of incredible. This latest release is a beautiful testament to how much she has grown as an artist, solidifying her place as one of the most compelling voices in modern music.
The story behind how the track came to be is just as magical as the song itself. In a personal note sharing the release, Beck reminisced about the first time he ever crossed paths with Ferrell:
"I met Sierra five years ago on a dance floor in Nashville. She taught an LA boy how to two step. Then she got on stage with the house band to sing a few tunes. A local leaned in my ear and said you gotta hear this girl, she's the real deal. And she was. Been a long time coming to sing together. I think it might've beat the original version of this tune." — Beck
Hearing an alternative music titan like Beck admit that this new duet might actually surpass his original version speaks volumes about Ferrell's undeniable talent. Her haunting, soulful harmonies breathe an entirely new life into the track, creating a brilliant synergy between Beck's signature style and her roots-rich Americana sound.
It is incredibly rewarding to see West Virginia talent shining so bright on a global stage, and this collaboration proves that Sierra Ferrell's journey is only just beginning.
Watch the Visualizer
Listen to "Ride Lonesome (Featuring Sierra Ferrell)" — now available on all streaming platforms: Beck.lnk.to/RideLonesomeSierraFerrell
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