MerleFest Wilkesboro Tickets - Wilkes Community College

Tommy Emmanuel

29 concerts

Born in Australia, Tommy Emmanuel, CGP, tours globally, mesmerizing audiences with his solo fingerstyle guitar that mimics a full band. Honored by Chet Atkins as a CGP, he's acclaimed as the greatest living acoustic guitarist, with multiple Grammy nods and numerous awards.

Tanya Tucker

2 concerts

Country legend Tanya Tucker, born in Seminole, Texas, transformed music with hits like “Delta Dawn.” A 2023 Country Music Hall of Fame inductee and 2x GRAMMY® winner, she's earned numerous CMAs, ACMs, and CMT awards. Known for her collaboration and 56 Top 40 singles.

Tommy Prine

12 concerts

Tommy Prine's debut album "This Far South" explores his 20s' life themes with love, loss, and growth. Co-produced by Ruston Kelly and Gena Johnson, the album mixes cathartic jams with nostalgic tales. Opened for Tyler Childers in London.

The Avett Brothers

32 concerts

The Avett Brothers, known for hits like "High Steppin'," debuted top on Billboard with "True Sadness." Earned 2 Grammy noms & entered NC Music Hall of Fame. They've also collaborated with Judd Apatow.

Donna The Buffalo

17 concerts

Donna The Buffalo, formed in NY, fuses folk & roots music, known for vibrant festivals like Bonnaroo & Newport Folk. Famous for hits, collaborations with The Avett Brothers, Chris Thile, & others, and initiating Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival to support arts & education.

The Brothers Comatose

9 concerts

The Brothers Comatose, known for energetic blend of bluegrass, country, and rock, includes siblings Ben and Alex Morrison. Famous for live shows, they perform globally and host Comatopia festival.

Della Mae

8 concerts

Della Mae, a GRAMMY-nominated all-woman string band, is led by Celia Woodsmith and Kimber Ludiker. Known for vibrant roots music, they promote female musicianship globally and advocate for gender equality in music.

Stillhouse Junkies

1 concert

Stillhouse Junkies, formed in 2017, blend roots, bluegrass, Texas swing, blues, and rock. Known for their high-energy shows and improvisation, every performance is unique.

Rob Ickes

1 concert

Born in San Francisco, Rob Ickes is a revered Dobro master known for bluegrass, country, and jazz. He joined Blue Highway, played on Grammy-winning albums, and earned 13 IBMA Dobro Player awards. A collaborator with Alison Krauss, Jerry Douglas, and others, he co-founded Three Ring Circle and ResoSummit in Nashville, and released notable albums with Trey Hensley.

Alison Brown

4 concerts

Alison Brown, born in Hartford, CT, is a renowned banjoist mixing jazz, blues, and bluegrass. Grammy-nominated for "Simple Pleasures," and co-founder of Compass Records, she’s collaborated with Kronos Quartet and Anat Cohen. Known for her instrumental prowess, Brown won a Grammy for "Leaving Cottondale" with Béla Fleck.

Scythian

3 concerts

Scythian, inspired by Ukrainian nomads, blends Celtic, Eastern European, and Appalachian roots music with a rock concert vibe. Acclaimed by Music City Roots and the Washington Post, their dynamic shows often end with lively dancing and toasting.

Yasmin Williams

5 concerts

Yasmin Williams, born in northern Virginia, is an acclaimed acoustic fingerstyle guitarist known for her unique style using alternate tunings and percussive hits. She has won multiple talent competitions including New York University's Ultra Violet Live. Her popular album, "Urban Driftwood," received high praise from major outlets.

Taylor Rae

1 concert

Taylor Rae, born in California, gained fame with her debut "Mad Twenties," charting over 30 weeks on Americana Radio. Known for "Home on the Road," and collaborating with Grammy winner Eric Krasno, she blends roots-rock, folk, blues, and Americana in her introspective album "The Void."

Little Feat

33 concerts

Formed by Lowell George & Bill Payne in 1969, Little Feat blends rock, funk, jazz & more. Known for hits like "Willin’" & "Easy to Slip," they first signed with Warner Bros.

Joshua Ray Walker

16 concerts

Dallas native Joshua Ray Walker, a renowned country storyteller, showcases his vocal talent in "Thank You For Listening." He’s performed at the Grand Ole Opry and on major TV shows.

Bella White

14 concerts

Calgary-born Bella White blends fresh country/folk with deep bluegrass roots. Known for her debut album "Just Like Leaving," she embraces musical freedom, transcending traditional styles as a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

Maren Morris

3 concerts

Maren Morris, from Arlington, TX, blends country with pop, R&B, and rock. Known for hits like "My Church" & "The Middle" with Zedd, Grey. Won Grammys, part of supergroup the Highwomen, writes for stars.

Jerry Douglas

42 concerts

Jerry Douglas, GRAMMY-winning Dobro master, intertwines elements of country, bluegrass, rock, jazz, and more in his influential music. Played on over 1500 albums; collaborates with icons like Paul Simon, James Taylor. Key member of bands like Alison Krauss & Union Station.

Dom Flemons

1 concert

GRAMMY winner & EMMY nominee Dom Flemons, "The American Songster," spans 100+ years of music. Known for "Black Cowboys," co-founded Carolina Chocolate Drops. Featured at the Grand Ole Opry & Country Music Hall of Fame.

AJ Lee & Blue Summit

12 concerts

AJ Lee & Blue Summit, a dynamic bluegrass band from Santa Cruz, infuses their music with country soul, Americana, and California folk. Known for the album "City of Glass," they focus on original, community-centric sounds.

The Local Honeys

7 concerts

The Local Honeys duo infuse Kentucky stories into their music, blending details of their heritage and the sounds of Appalachia. Their debut on La Honda Records was crafted by Grammy-nominated producer Jesse Wells and features members of The Food Stamps.

Peter Rowan

21 concerts

Grammy-winning bluegrass icon Peter Rowan, born in Massachusetts, mixes folk, rock, and Tex-Mex in his music. Known for bands like Earth Opera and Old & in the Way, and hits like "New Moon Rising." Collaborated with Jerry Garcia, Tony Rice, and Flaco Jiménez.

Henhouse Prowlers

1 concert

Henhouse Prowlers, a bluegrass band known for a unique sound, perform 175+ shows yearly across 25+ countries. They excel as U.S. cultural ambassadors since 2013, incorporating global influences in their music and running educational programs.

Jim Lauderdale

3 concerts

Singer/songwriter Jim Lauderdale, born in Troutman, NC, helped shape the '90s Americana movement. Known for his eclectic style, ranging from country to bluegrass and R&B, Lauderdale has collaborated with icons like Ralph Stanley and Buddy Miller. His popular songs have been covered by stars like George Strait and Patty Loveless. He's recognized for albums like "Planet of Love" and for tracks featured on the TV series Nashville. Lauderdale's work earned him a revered place in Americana and roots music.

Lori McKenna

1 concert

Lori McKenna, based in Boston, is a renowned Nashville songwriter known for hits like "Humble and Kind" and "Girl Crush." She collaborated with Dave Cobb and signed with Creative Nation.