Blue Highway Banjo Player Welcomes First Child

Jason Burleson and wife Courtney celebrate the birth of son Zebulon Charles Burleson

Feb. 4, 2026 at 5:55pm

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Blue Highway banjo player Jason Burleson and his wife Courtney have welcomed their first child together, a son named Zebulon Charles Burleson. Zebulon was born earlier today at 1:26 a.m. in Johnson City, Tennessee, weighing 9 lbs 8 oz and measuring 22 inches long. Both mother and baby are reported to be doing well.

Why it matters

The birth of a child is always a joyous occasion, and the arrival of Zebulon Burleson marks an exciting milestone for the Burleson family as well as the wider bluegrass music community. Jason Burleson's work with the acclaimed band Blue Highway has earned him widespread acclaim, and fans will no doubt be delighted to celebrate this new chapter in his life.

The details

Zebulon Charles Burleson was born to Jason Burleson, the banjo player for the bluegrass group Blue Highway, and his wife Courtney. The baby was born at Franklin Woods Community Hospital in Johnson City, Tennessee, weighing 9 lbs 8 oz and measuring 22 inches long.

  • Zebulon Charles Burleson was born on February 4, 2026 at 1:26 a.m.

The players

Jason Burleson

The banjo player for the acclaimed bluegrass group Blue Highway.

Courtney Burleson

The wife of Jason Burleson.

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What they’re saying

“Courtney and Zebulon are doing fine and should be home in a few days. We'd like to thank everyone who has sent well wishes, and the incredible staff at the Birthing Center at Franklin Woods Community Hospital.”

— Jason Burleson

The takeaway

The birth of Zebulon Burleson marks a joyous new chapter for the Burleson family and the bluegrass music community, as Jason Burleson's acclaimed work with Blue Highway has earned him a devoted fanbase who will no doubt be thrilled to celebrate this milestone.