Laci Kaye Booth, a Livingston, Texas native, is a country and Americana artist known for her soulful, "dreamy-country" sound. A Top 5 American Idol finalist, she released the album "The Loneliest Girl in the World." Popular songs include "Luck Of The Draw" and "I'm In Love with a Man." She is recognized as one of CMT's "Next Women of Country" and draws inspiration from artists like Stevie Nicks.
Formed in 2016, Mt. Joy features Matt Quinn, Sam Cooper, Jackie Miclau, Sotiris Eliopoulos, and Michael Byrnes. The band has released albums including Mt. Joy, Rearrange Us, and Orange Blood, and notably sold out Madison Square Garden and Red Rocks.
Alt-country and Americana artist John R. Miller was born near Washington, DC and raised in West Virginia. Blending punk, traditional Appalachian music, and rock, he is known for albums including Depreciated, Heat Comes Down, and The Great Unknowing.
Led by Jakob Dylan, the Wallflowers emerged with a rootsy alternative rock sound reminiscent of Tom Petty. The band achieved a major breakthrough with their 1996 multi-platinum album Bringing Down the Horse. Despite frequent lineup changes, Dylan maintained a distinct creative voice across releases like Rebel, Sweetheart and Exit Wounds.
Caamp, an American folk band from Ohio, formed by childhood friends Taylor Meier and Evan Westfall, creates authentic folk-rock and Americana. Known for Meier's raspy vocals and Westfall's banjo, popular songs include "Vagabond" and "All the Debts I Owe." Albums like "By and By" and "Lavender Days" have achieved chart success, with "Copper Changes Color" released in 2025. They earned an Americana Music Association nomination.
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Wilson, a former scientist and boxer, debuted with Son of Dad, processing his father's death. Signed to Big Loud, he has written for Brothers Osborne and Caitlyn Smith, toured with Brandi Carlile, and performed globally.
Robert Earl Keen is an American singer and songwriter blending country, bluegrass, and rock. Best known for his signature song The Road Goes On Forever, he has recorded 19 albums. His songs have been covered by artists like George Strait and Lyle Lovett. He was inducted into the Texas Heritage Songwriters Hall of Fame and became the first recipient of BMI's Troubadour Award.
Ken Pomeroy is a singer-songwriter known for her intimate style and universal themes. She made her Rounder Records debut with the 2025 album Cruel Joke, which earned praise from NPR's Ann Powers as the work of a generational talent.
Sam Barber is an American singer-songwriter from Frohna, Missouri, known for his blend of country, rock, and folk. Rising to prominence through social media, his 2024 debut album, "Restless Mind," features hits like "Straight and Narrow" and "Indigo." He has garnered over 2 billion global streams and is actively performing.
Waylon Wyatt, from Hackett, Arkansas, is a country, red dirt, and Americana singer-songwriter known for his raw, lyric-driven style. His viral hit "Everything Under the Sun" led to gold-certified songs like "Arkansas Diamond" and "Jailbreak." Wyatt's EPs include "Til the Sun Goes Down" and "Out of the Blue." He has collaborated with artists such as Wyatt Flores and Willow Avalon, and is recognized as a DSCVR Artist to Watch.
Colton Bowlin, an artist from Albany, Kentucky, crafts authentic country and Americana music rooted in Appalachian storytelling. Known for his heartfelt songs like "Riverbank" and "Josey Wales," he released albums including "Songs From The Holler" and the critically acclaimed "Grandpa's Mill." Bowlin's work, often compared to Tyler Childers, showcases themes of family and small-town life. He has shared stages with artists such as Hank Williams Jr. and Ashley McBryde.
Formed in Birmingham, Alabama, bluegrass band Mountain Grass Unit features Drury Anderson, Luke Black, Sam Wilson, and Josiah Nelson. Named IBMA Momentum Band of the Year, they released their debut album Appalachian Smoke, produced by Vance Powell.
Denver indie-folk hitmakers The Lumineers: “Ho Hey,” “Gloria,” “Brightside”; 24 #1s, 3x‑platinum debut, #1 Cleopatra, 2 Grammy noms; 1.1M‑ticket world tour.
Watchhouse are a North Carolina-based duo of Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz. Praised for Marlin’s poignant songwriting and an acoustic sound with dream-like psychedelia, they’ve played sold-out Red Rocks and the Ryman and earned hundreds of millions of streams.
Sons of Habit, from Owensboro, Kentucky, blends folk, rock, and blues with authentic songwriting and natural chemistry. Known for hits like "Madeline" and "Fool's Gold," their releases include the EP "Nostalgia" and "Annabelle." They have amassed millions of streams, signed with Republic Records/MCA, and shared stages with diverse artists.
