Ghost Lights was written about the Brown Mountain Lights in western NC, a phenomenon that perplexes scientists and adventure-seekers today. Recorded sightings have gone back as far as 1200 A.D., and as a result, a great many legends have arisen to try and explain them. As natives to the area near Brown Mountain, Jimmy and his wife, Chassta, wanted to write a song that encompassed what their home has to offer, as well as their love for the acoustic tradition of Appalachian story-telling through folk music. What transpired was a song that began at a traditional place and ended in terrain Atkins is known for...rock-infused acoustic songwriting. Lyrics by Jimmy and Chassta Atkins. Music by Jimmy Atkins. Produced by Jimmy Atkins. Acoustic guitar, mandolin, bass guitar, percussion, and vocals--Jimmy Atkins Engineered, mixed, and mastered by Ricky Rodriguez at Bombhouse Recording in Morganton, NC. Additional talent provided by: Mike Atkins-drums and percussion Price Stevens-electric guitars Alex Powell-MOOG Synths Artwork: Photograph used with permission from Joshua P. Warren. Cover design by Megan Gray. ©️2016 Jimmy Atkins Music, Inc.