Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival in Franklin - Sep 28, 2024

Chance Peña

20 concerts

East Texas-born artist Chance Peña blends traditional storytelling with modern sounds. Known for co-writing John Legend’s Grammy-nominated “Conversations in the Dark” and hits like “Up, Up & Away.” He’s worked with Secret Road Music and toured with The Lumineers and Tom Odell.

Lamont Landers

6 concerts

Lamont Landers, from Decatur, AL, blends soul, rock, and R&B with powerhouse vocals. Known for viral Ray Charles covers, he’s worked with GRAMMY® winner Dave Cobb.

Allison Russell

3 concerts

Montreal-born, Nashville-based Allison Russell is a Grammy, Juno, Americana, and Folk award-winning artist. Known for her work with Po'Girl and Our Native Daughters, she released "Outside Child" in 2021 and "The Returner" in 2023. An advocate and mother, she also co-founded Once and Future Sounds. Collaborating with Joni Mitchell, she performed with her Joni Jam band, and opened for Hozier in 2024.

Willi Carlisle

33 concerts

Folksinger Willi Carlisle, known for his philosophical and absurd folk style, embraces love and inclusivity. His album "Winged Victory" continues themes from "Critterland" and "Peculiar, Missouri."

Lukas Nelson

28 concerts

Born over a decade ago, Nelson is known for his Americana and alt-country style. His 2023 album topped the charts, and he's a sought-after collaborator, working with The Travelin’ McCourys, Sierra Ferrell, Miranda Lambert, and more. He co-produced and co-wrote for "A Star is Born," winning a Grammy and BAFTA.

NEEDTOBREATHE

38 concerts

GRAMMY-nominated NEEDTOBREATHE blends rock, soul, and pop with multi-platinum hits like “Brother” and “Who Am I.” With five No. 1 albums and 3B+ streams, they’re known for heartfelt, genre-crossing music.

Wyatt Ellis

1 concert

Wyatt Ellis, a rising bluegrass star known for fiery mandolin and soulful vocals, won the 2024 IBMA Momentum Instrumentalist Award and tops Billboard charts.

Noah Kahan

5 concerts

Vermont's Noah Kahan, a 2x GRAMMY-nominated artist, blends Folk, Americana, and Rock. Known for “Stick Season” and hits with Post Malone, he champions mental health too.

Better Than Ezra

3 concerts

Better Than Ezra, formed in 1988 by LSU students, blends '80s jangle pop with grunge. Known for "Good," they achieved platinum status in 1995. Hits like "In the Blood" and "King of New Orleans" followed. They moved from major to indie labels, collaborating with Tony Hoffer. Celebrated anniversaries with reissues and continue to tour and record.

Hozier

10 concerts

Irish artist Hozier, from Wicklow, rose to fame with "Take Me To Church." Known for soulful music, he achieved critical acclaim with albums like "Wasteland, Baby!" and "Unreal Unearth," earning multi-platinum sales and a Grammy nomination. His global success includes topping charts and billions of streams, but Ireland remains his heart’s home.

Charlie Worsham

6 concerts

Mississippi's Charlie Worsham, known for his versatile music style, collaborates with stars like Dierks Bentley & Luke Combs. Acclaimed by NPR & Rolling Stone, he's an ACM Award-winning guitarist & hosts Pickers Radio.

Illiterate Light

9 concerts

Illiterate Light, a versatile duo from Shenandoah Valley, blends indie rock, psychedelia, and folk. Known for energetic live shows, they've released acclaimed albums with Atlantic and Thirty Tigers.

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

17 concerts

New Orleans-born Trombone Shorty blends jazz, funk, and brass with hits and a 2022 Grammy. He’s performed globally with stars like Pharrell and Bruno Mars. New Breed Brass Band, Grammy-nominated, adds fresh energy to the city’s vibrant scene.

The Band Of Heathens

3 concerts

Austin-based rock band The Band of Heathens, led by Ed Jurdi and Gordy Quist, are known for hits like "Hurricane" (gold-certified) and blending Americana with rock.

Stephen Sanchez

9 concerts

Born amid gritty tales, Troubadour Sanchez blends raw storytelling with soulful melodies. Known for hits like "Angel Face," he’s acclaimed for his heartfelt, folk-inspired style.

Sierra Hull

16 concerts

Sierra Hull, from Byrdstown, TN, is a bluegrass virtuoso and two-time Grammy nominee for albums '25 Trips' and 'Weighted Mind'. She's a 6x IBMA Mandolin winner and has played Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry, and the White House. Hull's collaborated with Alison Krauss, Sturgill Simpson, and Dolly Parton.