Blu Miller Releases New Single Strawberry Moon
The Portland-based artist shares the second track from the upcoming album Bask in the Wonder.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Folk
Blu Miller has released Strawberry Moon, the second single from the forthcoming ten-track album Bask in the Wonder. The song, which serves as the eighth track on the project, was written by Miller in late June.
Why it matters
The new album honors the musical legacy of Millers late grandparents, Jimmie and Jeane Braun, who were fixtures in Wisconsin during the 1920s. Recording the project live off the floor captures a specific energy intended to bridge the past with modern folk.
The album Bask in the Wonder features ten tracks in total, with Strawberry Moon positioned as the eighth song. Production took place over a two-week period at Anjuna Recording Studio.
The players
Blu Miller
A folk artist who has performed across the US and Europe.
Alexis Mahler
A musician who provides violin and viola accompaniment on the track.
Harlan Silverman
A cellist featured on the new single.
Sam Weber
A producer who co-managed the recording sessions for the upcoming album.
Mario Ramirez
The audio engineer responsible for capturing the studio sessions at Anjuna Recording Studio.
The details
Co-produced with Sam Weber and engineered by Mario Ramirez, the record features contributions from Alexis Mahler on violin and viola, along with Harlan Silverman on cello. The session included additional instrumentation such as saxophone, clarinet, trombone, and trumpet, all recorded live without click tracks.
Timeline
Jimmie and Jeane Braun were musical fixtures in Wisconsin during the 1920s.
Miller wrote the song Strawberry Moon in late June.
The album Bask in the Wonder releases on 20th November 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The album draws inspiration from regional musical legacies similar to those cataloged in the Wisconsin Historical Society archives. The project follows a pattern set by folk artists who integrate their family history into the contemporary songwriting canon.
Fans can now stream Strawberry Moon across major digital platforms ahead of the full album release. The transition to the album format will be available to the public on 20th November 2026.
The takeaway
Miller maintains an organic sound by opting for live recording sessions without the use of click tracks. Listeners can appreciate the inclusion of brass and woodwind arrangements that distinguish this production from standard solo folk releases.
What happens next
The debut album Bask in the Wonder is scheduled for release on 20th November 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about the local scene in the Portland Folk section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Readdork.
