"John the Baptist" is the first featured single from Daniel Crabtree's upcoming fifth album, "Closer Than I've Ever Been," a collection of Bluegrass songs penned by Daniel. The tune was inspired when his church's pastor said that John the Baptist was his favorite character in the Bible. The story interested Crabtree, so he researched John the Baptist and created the song based on the compelling facts I found out while studying him. ""John the Baptist"" is based on the man who spread the message and prepared the way for Jesus. Daniel Crabtree is thrilled to be putting out new music in the gospel genre, one that he loves the most.  

Lead Vocals: Daniel Crabtree 

Harmony Vocals: Donna Ulisse, Rick Stanley, Aaron McCune 

Banjo: Scott Vestal 

Dobro: Gaven Largent 

Fiddle: Patrick McAvinue 

Guitar: Cody Kilby 

Mandolin: Harry Clark 

Upright Bass: Evan Winsor