Bonnie Raitt Headlines MerleFest 2025

Nancy PoseyMay 1, 2025May 4, 20250

When the MerleFest lineup is announced every year, certain names generate huge buzz, particularly when making first-time appearances at the festival. For 2025, Bonnie Raitt not only drew festival-goers, but other performers scheduled to play the festival invariably named Raitt as the not-to-miss set. Raitt did not disappoint. Closing out...

METRO Tour Kickoff-The Blue Stones + VEAUX at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville

Alma ReedApr 25, 20251

It was a rainy Wednesday night in Nashville. Skies turned dark right after dinner, and by 7 p.m., the steady rain had arrived—just in time for doors to open at Brooklyn Bowl. People came in with jackets dripping and shoes squeaking, crowding under the marquee or rushing straight through to...

Who’s Coming to MerleFest? Tony Trischka Brings Earl Jam

Nancy PoseyApr 24, 20250

When people outside of the bluegrass world think of banjos, they may think of Deliverance, but within the larger music community—and not just bluegrass—o ne name that comes to mind is Tony Trischka. He has played with the best—and even taught some of the best in the music business. Trischka...

Pitney Meyer Embraces Bluegrass Tradition with Release of ‘Cherokee Pioneer’

Nancy PoseyApr 23, 2025April 24, 20250

When Mo Pitney and John Meyer set out to record Cherokee Pioneer, their first full-length album as Pitney Meyer, they established themselves firmly within the bluegrass realm. From the opening track, “Banjo Picker (in a Bluegrass Band),” they bring together the lyrical imagery and the traditional instrumentation associated with the...

Henhouse Prowlers release ‘Unravel’

Nancy PoseyApr 21, 20251

In their latest album Unravel, the Chicago-based band Henhouse Prowlers incorporates such classic bluegrass songs as “Honey Will You Be Mine?” and “Headin’ for a Heartache,” from which the album title is taken, while stretching the musical boundaries in ways that highlight their textured vocals and their stunning instrumentals. Rather...

An Electrifying Performance By Marc Scibilia In Nashville, TN

Josh TrotterApr 20, 2025April 23, 20250

Marc Scibilia delivered an electrifying and heartfelt performance at Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville, TN, blending his signature mix of soulful rock and singer-songwriter intimacy. The intimate venue buzzed with energy as Scibilia’s rich vocals and raw storytelling captivated the crowd from the first note. Highlights included fan favorites like “How...

Who’s Coming to MerleFest: Full Cord

Nancy PoseyApr 15, 2025April 15, 20250

For Michigan-based bluegrass band Full Cord, MerleFest has long been the kickoff of festival season. Guitarist Eric Langejans and bassist Todd Kirchner both attended the festival for years before they knew each other. Langejans first attended the North Wilkesboro, NC, festival with a friend when he was twenty and has...

Who’s Coming to MerleFest: Woody Platt

Nancy PoseyApr 14, 20250

Woody Platt describes his MerleFest experience as an interesting evolution. “Back in college, we flocked to the festival,” he said, “but mainly to go on the camp on the airstrip and play music in the campground. Sometimes we didn’t have tickets or we only could go in for a day...

ZZ Ward Sells Out Tour Closer In Nashville

Nathan LeslieApr 14, 20250

City Winery Nashville played host to ZZ Ward on a chilly Saturday evening. The blues rocker brought along Liam St John to open the month long tour. What better way to conclude a tour with a sold out show in the Music City. The intimate but spacious City Winery made...

Nashville Declares ‘Bobby Bare Day’ @ Basement East

Nancy PoseyApr 8, 2025April 15, 20250

Nashville’s Basement East was the scene of a star-studded tribute to iconic singer-songwriter Bobby Bare on his 90th birthday. Presented by the Americana Music Association, the show-out celebration benefited MusiCares(R). While the singer was not present, the show was recorded and ended with the crowd singing “Happy Birthday” as the...

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