New Jersey native Robert Randolph revolutionized sacred steel guitar, blending church gospel with blazing funk and blues rock. Celebrated on Rolling Stone's greatest guitarists list, the Grammy nominee is famed for hits like "Ain't Nothing Wrong with That" and jams with Eric Clapton.
AJ Lee & Blue Summit is an award-winning bluegrass band based in Santa Cruz, California. Meeting as teenagers at local festivals, the group blends country soul, bluesy Americana, and festival-ready string band music through a California folk lens, highlighted by their album City of Glass.
Nelson co-produced and co-wrote music for the 2018 film A Star is Born, winning a Grammy and BAFTA. His 2023 album Sticks and Stones topped the Alt Country chart. A frequent collaborator, he has worked with Lainey Wilson, Miranda Lambert, and Sierra Ferrell.
Irish Midlands/West trio Amble (Robbie Cunningham, Oisin McCaffrey, Ross McNerney): musing, trad-tinged songwriter folk; debut EP “Amble (Live)”.
Andy Frasco and The U.N. is a genre-blending band known for high-energy live shows across dive bars and festivals. Frasco also hosts Andy Frasco’s World Saving Podcast, featuring over 425 episodes with musicians and comedians.
Originating from eastern Kentucky, The Creekers are a six-piece band blending bluegrass, country, and pop. Known for energetic live shows, they released their debut album Pour Me In The Creek and the EP River Rat, while their song Tennessee reached top 5 on Spotify's Viral 50 USA chart.
Originating from Atlanta, the five-piece indie rock band Penelope Road blends 70s rock, funk, soul, and pop with lush vocals and tight harmonies. Known for their dynamic live energy and nationwide touring, they released their debut EP in 2024.
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.
Led by Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks, the 12-piece Tedeschi Trucks Band is known for Grammy recognition, selling out Madison Square Garden, and multi-night runs at Red Rocks. Their sixth studio album, Future Soul, features tracks like I Got You.
Led by powerhouse vocalist Caitlin Krisko, the roots rock band Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast blends rock, blues, and soul. They debuted the EP Blueprints in 2024, featuring the single Haunted By You. The band has shared the stage with Mavis Staples, Marcus King, and Margo Price.
Formed in Connecticut, power trio lespecial crafts a signature heavy future groove, fusing prog-metal, dub, and electronic synths. Renowned for surgical live shows, their discography includes albums like "Ancient Homies" and "Odd Times", plus fan favorites "The Vessel" and "Tonberry".
Louisville-bred rock band My Morning Jacket is widely ranked among the greatest live bands of their generation. Known for their thrillingly expansive and eclectic sound, the influential group has earned a reputation as a vital force in American rock-and-roll through constant innovation.
Jason Scott & The High Heat are an Oklahoma City band fusing Americana soul, heartland rock, and country grit. Led by singer-songwriter Jason Scott, whose background as a preacher shapes his sharp storytelling, the group debuted with Castle Rock and released the album Play Boy.
Pianist and organist John Medeski is best known as a co-founder of the genre-bending trio Medeski, Martin & Wood. Born in Kentucky and raised in Florida, he studied at the New England Conservatory before settling in New York City. Alongside his work with the trio and guitarist John Scofield, Medeski has released solo and collaborative projects exploring jazz, funk, and fusion.
Founded in 1996 by brothers Luther and Cody Dickinson, North Mississippi Allstars blend blues, roots rock, and psychedelic folk. Inspired by Mississippi hill country legends, the band earned a GRAMMY nomination for their 2000 debut, Shake Hands With Shorty.
An annual five-day music and arts festival held in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia, featuring a diverse lineup of rock, bluegrass, folk, and world music performers alongside outdoor adventures and camping.
Coyote Island, led by Mike O'Hehir from Maine, crafts genre-bending psychedelic indie, reggae, and world music. Known for electric, transportive live shows and songs like "Here Before," they offer a sonic vacation. Albums include "Holy Illusion" and "Shadow Magic," with collaborations like Matisyahu and The Hip Abduction. Their music aims for healing and inspiration.
Tennessee/Michigan Americana multi-instrumentalist; fronts The Black Lillies, co-founded Robinella/CCstringband. Worked with John Oates & Jim Lauderdale; Billboard hits, IMAs.
Tulsa native Johnny Mullenax grew up in a musical family and started playing guitar at age 5. Influenced by everything from AC/DC to John Coltrane, he calls his genre-bending style a funky country bluegrass good time for working folks.
Founded 2009 by Cruz Contreras, The Black Lillies are internationally known Americana/roots-rock with “cosmic Appalachian” harmonies; played Bonnaroo, Stagecoach, MerleFest.
