Following the success of their debut release Like I Used To Do, husband-and-wife duo Stephen and Jana Mougin are back with their evocative new single, Frozen In Time. The song, penned by Rick Lang and Lincoln Meyers, beautifully captures the frosty charm of drifting snow and crisp winter air—an ode to the cold-weather nostalgia often missing from their Nashville surroundings.
Having relocated to Music City two decades ago from their hometowns in Massachusetts and Slovakia, Stephen and Jana have poured their longing for true winter into this uptempo track. With its heartfelt lyrics and captivating melody, Frozen In Time is sure to resonate with audiences far and wide.
ABOUT STEPHEN MOUGIN
Known widely as “Mojo,” Stephen Mougin is a musical powerhouse whose career spans roles as a guitarist in the Sam Bush Band, award-winning producer, label head, songwriter, and sought-after mentor. With a reputation for elevating artists to their highest potential, Stephen has left an indelible mark on acoustic music. His 2020 solo album showcased his immense talent, and fans can anticipate more solo work in the near future.
ABOUT JANA MOUGIN
Slovakian-born Jana Mougin is a classically trained vocalist who discovered bluegrass music at age 15. A former lead vocalist and bassist for the European bluegrass band Fragment, Jana has earned acclaim both in Europe and the United States. Since co-founding Dark Shadow Recording with Stephen in 2009, Jana has become a driving force in the bluegrass industry. Her debut solo single If I Didn’t Love You received significant airplay in 2023, showcasing her vocal prowess and storytelling ability.
ABOUT DARK SHADOW RECORDING
Located atop a scenic hill overlooking Nashville, Dark Shadow Recording is a full-service studio and label helmed by Stephen Mougin. Known for its high-quality productions in bluegrass, Americana, country, and folk music, the label boasts an impressive roster of artists, including Becky Buller, Rick Faris, Laura Orshaw, and the Henhouse Prowlers.
STEPHEN MOUGIN ON “FROZEN IN TIME”
“It was an extremely short time between deciding to record a new track and actually making it happen,” shares Stephen Mougin. “When Jana and I heard this song from Rick Lang, we immediately knew it was the one. Everything aligned perfectly, from the incredible musicians who joined us in the studio to the flawless execution of the track. This song was meant to be, and I’m so glad we brought it to life.”
PERFORMERS ON “FROZEN IN TIME”
- Jana Mougin – Vocals
- Stephen Mougin – Guitar/Vocals
- Kyle Triplett – Banjo
- Scott Napier – Mandolin
- Byron House – Bass
- Christian Sedelmyer – Fiddle
Produced, engineered, and mixed by Stephen Mougin, the track was mastered by David Glasser.
