Events

St. Patrick's Day show, March 21, 2026, with the collaborative musical ensemble Green Leaf Society. This will be a full Irish show celebrating St. Patrick's day and the deep musical tradition of Ireland.

The HazyShade Trio unites the musical forces of Kirsten “Haze” Hazler on acoustic guitar and vocals, John Dacey on upright bass and vocals, and Doug Austin on mandolin, fiddle, acoustic guitar, and backing vocals.  Ignoring strict genre boundaries, they serve up an unconventional mix of original music and offbeat covers.

Bold + gold harmonies straight from Nashville. Winner of the Rocky Mountain Songwriter Contest and seen on NPR's 'Mountain Stage with Kathy Mattea' and the KC Chiefs National Anthem, Goldpine's brand of “aggressive Americana” is a flawless channel for their bold and reminiscent compositions.

Hailing from Annapolis, Maryland, Pressing Strings is a powerhouse trio–led by guitarist and vocalist Jordan Sokel–has earned a loyal following with their genre bending blend of blues, rock, and folk, wrapped in soul-stirring storytelling and toe tapping grooves. Their music resonates with the emotional grit of blues, the laid back swagger of folk, and the urgency of modern rock.

Johnson City, Tennessee-based pop-funk band Florencia & the Feeling independently released their crowd-funded debut album Birthday in March 2023, which Vents Magazine hailed as “pure, unadulterated fun.” Since forming in April 2021, the quintet has been lighting up stages across the eastern U.S. with electrifying live shows bursting with joy, groove, and connection. Their infectious energy and genre-bending sound have earned them top honors as winners of both the 2025 FloydFest On-The-Rise Competition and the 2024 MerleFest Band Competition, along with coveted spots at festivals including Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion (TN/VA), Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival (NC), and Rooster Walk (VA).

Willie Williams stands at the crossroads of Americana, country, and hippie jam rock, delivering a sound that feels both rooted and fresh. His vocals are steeped in Carolina twang, while echoes of Memphis soul, J.J. Cale, and The Allman Brothers weave through his arrangements.

Legends of Blues and Roots Rock. With some 30 recordings and local and international awards to their credit, The Nighthawks are still churning out new material while drawing on more than four decades’ worth of signature tunes for their legendary live shows.

Hustle Souls, based in Asheville, NC, masterfully blend Retro-Soul, Brass Band Funk, and Singer-Songwriter Americana into a unique and captivating sound. Lauded by American Blues Scene as a "generation-jumping mashup of new school second line funk with old school vintage soul," and described by Bluestown Music as “intimate soul…with a Curtis Mayfield like warmth,” the band has earned a spot as one of Music Connection Magazine’s “Hot 100 Live Unsigned Artists & Bands.”

Skydog, based in Richmond, Virginia, has earned acclaim for its uncanny ability to transport audiences back to the late 1960s and early 1970s with their faithful recreation of the Allman Brothers Band’s iconic sound. Known for their intricate jams, soulful blues, and emotional depth, Skydog embodies the spirit of Southern rock at its finest. Their performances are not just tributes—they’re transformative journeys that capture the essence of one of rock's most legendary bands.

Based in Norfolk, Grateful Jed has been rocking Southeast Virginia since 2012. An inspired Grateful Dead cover band, you can always count on Jed for new & energizing interpretations of the Dead & related catalogs.

Individually, JD Simo and Luther Dickinson are building their own legacies as solo artists, sidemen, songwriters, and guitar heroes. Together, they're a creative force to be reckoned with, making their own version of amplified American roots music.

The Gabe Stillman Band hits the stage in high gear and only goes higher as they embrace all corners of American Roots Music. Since landing in the final 8 of the 35th Annual International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN, and further honored as the recipient of the esteemed Gibson Guitar Award, Gabe and his band have been focused on expanding their footprint on a national and international level.  Industry professionals have taken notice as evident by Gabe’s invitation to support ZZ Top at the famed Key West Amphitheater and as a Blues Music Award nominee in the Best New Emerging Artist Album category.