MerleFest Wilkesboro Tickets - Wilkes Community College

The Po' Ramblin' Boys

3 concerts

Formed in 2014 in the Smoky Mountains, The Po' Ramblin’ Boys blend traditional bluegrass with a fresh, authentic style, gaining acclaim from rural festivals to European rock clubs.

Donna The Buffalo

13 concerts

Donna The Buffalo blends folk-rock and roots music, known for festival gigs at Bonnaroo and Newport. They've backed artists like The Avett Brothers and toured with legends like Los Lobos, plus started the Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival.

Peter Rowan

8 concerts

Grammy-winning roots artist Peter Rowan, born in Wayland, MA, is a key figure in progressive bluegrass. Known for guitar, yodeling, and mandolin, he collaborated with Jerry Garcia, David Grisman, and Tony Rice. His bands include Earth Opera and Old & in the Way. Notable solo albums are New Moon Rising and Dust Bowl Children. Rowan's collaborations feature Ricky Skaggs and Gillian Welch, with projects ranging from Tex-Mex to Hawaiian styles.

Jim Lauderdale

7 concerts

Born in Troutman, NC, Jim Lauderdale is a versatile singer/songwriter key to the '90s Americana movement. Known for blending country, pop, rock, blues, and bluegrass, his acclaimed works include "Planet of Love," collaborations with Dr. Ralph Stanley, and hit compositions for stars like George Strait. Lauderdale collaborated with icons such as Dwight Yoakam and Buddy Miller; his prolific career is marked by multiple albums, critical acclaim, and an eclectic style.

Scythian

4 concerts

Named after Ukrainian nomads, Scythian delivers a high-energy fusion of Celtic, Eastern European, and Appalachian roots music, creating barn-dance, rock concert vibes.

Tanya Tucker

3 concerts

Born in Seminole, Texas, Tanya Tucker is a modern country legend with 23 Top 40 albums, 56 Top 40 singles, 10 No.1 hits, 2 GRAMMYs, and 2023 Country Music Hall of Fame honor.