After losing his mother to an overdose, musician Billy Strings plays to honor her

NPR | By Sam Briger

Published September 25, 2026 at 1:39 PM EDT

Strings says his guitar has been his best friend for as long as he can remember. He has a new album, So Much for Goodbyes, inspired by his mom. Originally broadcast Sept. 8, 2025.

Sam Briger

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