AWARD HISTORY

• 2026 - Winner of the IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year Award
• 2026 - Josie Music Award Nominee for Vocal Event of the Year (Male/Female) for “Love Found Me” by Greg Blake and Becky Buller
• 2025 - Winner of the IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year Award
• 2025 - Nomination for Josie Music Award Vocalist of the Year (Bluegrass)
• 2025 - Nomination for Josie Music Award Vocal Event of the Year (Male/Female Collaboration) for “Out of Control Raging Fire by Greg Blake and Amanda Cook
• 2024 Winner of the IBMA Video of the Year Award - “Alberta Bound” by Special Consensus, Compass Records
• 2024 IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year Nomination
• 2024 Nomination for SPBGMA (National) Guitar Performer of the Year
• 2023 - Winner of the IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year Award
• 2023 Nominated for SPBGMA (National) Guitar Performer of the Year
• 2022 Nominated for IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year
• Winner of the Kansas State Flatpicking Guitar Championship
• Five-time Award Winner of the SPBGMA (Midwest) Guitar Performer of the Year
• Nine-time Nominee for SPBGMA (Midwest) Guitar Performer of the Year Award
• Two-time nominee for SPBGMA (Midwest) Male Vocalist of the Year

BIO

Greg Blake is a three-time IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year (2023, 2025, 2026) whose warm baritone and heartfelt delivery have earned him a place among the most respected voices in bluegrass today. Born and raised in West Virginia’s Appalachian hills, Greg’s music reflects the honesty and depth of his mountain roots. In addition to his award-winning solo work on Turnberry Records, he’s the lead vocalist and guitarist with the legendary band Special Consensus, featured on their 50th-anniversary Compass Records release Been All Around the World.

A seasoned performer, songwriter, and pastor turned touring musician, Greg is known for his ability to connect with audiences through songs that celebrate faith, family, and everyday life. His acclaimed albums—including People, Places and Songs and Songs of Heart and Home—have drawn praise for their sincerity, craftsmanship, and soaring harmonies. Whether on stage at a major festival or in an intimate listening room, Greg Blake delivers every note with conviction, heart, and a voice that feels like home.

Greg tours in various configurations including the Greg Blake Band, solo and music instructor appearances, and as lead vocalist with the multi-Grammy-nominated band, Special Consensus.

(See BIO page for a full length biography.)