Iron Blossom Festival in Richmond - Sep 20, 2025

Hazlett

25 concerts

Singer-songwriter Hazlett, born in Australia, crafts emotional indie-folk music. Known for honest lyrics and heartfelt performances, he keeps a small circle of friends.

The Lumineers

22 concerts

The Lumineers, famed for their folk-rock style, have 24 #1 hits, including "Ho Hey" and "Gloria." They've toured globally, earning acclaim with albums like "CLEOPATRA" and "III." Achievements include GRAMMY® nominations and platinum certifications. They've sold over 1.1 million tickets with record-breaking shows in Denver and Chicago.

Futurebirds

21 concerts

Futurebirds, an Athens-born band, blends rock, electrified folk, and cosmic American roots, achieving critical acclaim over 15 years. Known for tracks from albums like "Easy Company," the group has grown from University of Georgia gigs to headlining The Ryman. They’ve collaborated with Carl Broemel and built a dedicated fanbase, the Birdfam.

The Teskey Brothers

1 concert

Australian brothers Sam and Josh Teskey captivate with their soulful blues, folk, and rock. Known for timeless albums, a Grammy nod, and ARIA wins, they're a global sensation.

Rainbow Kitten Surprise

23 concerts

Rainbow Kitten Surprise, a North Carolina-born band, blends lyrical poetry with diverse genres. Known for “It’s Called: Freefall,” they've surpassed 2 billion streams. Singer Ela Melo overcame mental health struggles, reigniting her creativity. Their music explores relationships' highs and lows.

Dexter and The Moonrocks

15 concerts

From Abilene, TX, Dexter and The Moonrocks blend "Western Space Grunge" into hits like "Couch" & "Where I Steer". Inspired by Nirvana & Rainbow Kitten Surprise, their EP soared in popularity.

The 502s

32 concerts

The 502s, a beach folk band from Florida, are known for upbeat banjo-driven songs like "Just A Little While" (100M+ streams) and energetic live shows.

Butcher Brown

2 concerts

Butcher Brown, from Richmond, VA, creates "solar music" blending jazz, hip-hop, funk, and rock. They've toured with Kamasi Washington, played NPR's Tiny Desk, and are known for their album #KingButch, merging soul-jazz with boom-bap. Key members include Corey Fonville, DJ Harrison, Andrew Randazzo, Marcus "Tennishu" Tenney, and Morgan Burrs.

Kate Bollinger

3 concerts

Kate Bollinger, a Charlottesville native, blends folk-pop with poetic lyrics. She gained recognition from The New York Times and NPR with self-released tracks. Her 2022 EP, "Look at it in the Light," marked her debut with Ghostly International. Bollinger has collaborated with Drugdealer and Paul Cherry and toured with Faye Webster and Devendra Banhart. She's also directed music videos for Jessica Pratt. Her music, inspired by 1960s folk-pop and 1990s indie rock, is known for its eclectic, melodic style.

Watchhouse

11 concerts

Watchhouse, the North Carolina duo of Andrew Marlin & Emily Frantz, are known for their poignant songwriting and root music that resonates with younger audiences. Gaining acclaim from Rolling Stone and NPR, they've played sold-out shows at Red Rocks and Ryman Auditorium. Starting in local venues, their profound chemistry and masterful songs explore life’s mysteries and joys, amassing hundreds of millions of streams.

Palmyra

3 concerts

Palmyra, from Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, blends Southern folk with indie rock, touching on identity and growth. Linked to The Avett Brothers, they stand out with raw, emotive songs.

The Paper Kites

31 concerts

The Paper Kites, an Australian band, blend folk/rock/Americana, boasting over a billion streams. Known for hits like 'Bloom,' certified platinum in multiple countries, they've toured globally, captivating audiences with heartfelt performances. Their albums earned ARIA nominations for Best Blues & Roots and Best Adult Contemporary Album.

Vampire Weekend

3 concerts

Vampire Weekend, formed in 2006 at Columbia University, blends indie rock with Afro-pop, ska, and more. Known for hits like "A-Punk," they won a Grammy for "Modern Vampires of the City." With chart-topping albums like "Contra" and "Father of the Bride," they've collaborated with Ariel Rechtshaid, Danielle Haim, and others, shaping indie music since the 2000s.

Holy Roller

1 concert

Holy Roller, based in Richmond, VA, is redefining southern rock with riff-heavy tunes. Multi-Grammy winner Jim Lauderdale praises them. Festival faves at Bristol Rhythm & Roots and Red Wing, they consistently sell out shows.

Improvement Movement

1 concert

Jack Stepanian

2 concerts

Iron Blossom Festival in Richmond, VA

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