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East Nash Grass exemplifies the best of what bluegrass has to offer — as being named the 2024 IBMA New Artist of the Year would suggest. But their breathtaking talent as singers, instrumentalists, and composers is just the beginning. While other acts chase their tail in search of nostalgia, the secret to East Nash Grass lies in their unflinching ability to be themselves. 

Jason Lyles and the Legitimizers make cosmic indie rock influenced by Americana, Alternative, and Powerpop. Built on melodic guitars, driving bass, expressive violin, and rich vocal harmonies, their songs burst with catchy hooks you’ll be humming on the way home. Their energetic live shows bring to life the songwriting of frontman Jason Lyles, blending space-age storytelling with raw emotional grit.

Americana singer-songwriter Noah Guthrie's sound has been described as possessing Chris Stapleton’s country/rock grit with the authenticity of Jason Isbell. Fueled by the unique soulfulness in his richly textured voice and unmistakable Southern influence, Noah is passionate about making good, honest music — music that sounds like him — music that relates — music that makes the listener feel something.

Originally from Fayette County, Kentucky, Candi Jenkins draws deeply from her Bluegrass roots, blending classic country traditions with fresh, modern influences. Kin to Conway Twitty, her music carries an authenticity shaped by lived experience and thoughtful storytelling. Her songs are heartfelt, relatable, and emotionally resonant — the kind that stay with you long after the final note.

Country artist Tyler Reese Tritt is currently tearing up stages across the U.S., bringing her signature blend of grit-and-soul to live audiences. The daughter of country legend Travis Tritt, this star has leaned into full throttle touring — showcasing tight band work, high-energy sets, and a refreshing authenticity that resonates with modern country fans.

Yasmin Williams is virtuosic in her mastery of the guitar and in the techniques of her own invention, but her playing never sacrifices lyricism, melody, and rhythm for pure demonstration of skill. With her ambidextrous and pedidextrous, multi-instrumental techniques of her own making and influences ranging from video games to West African griots subverting the predominantly white male canon of fingerstyle guitar, Yasmin Williams is truly a guitarist for the new century.

Prepare to be amazed by 18-year-old Feng E, the viral ukulele phenom whose explosive technique and soulful stage presence have wowed audiences worldwide. From Ellen to America’s Got Talent, Feng E’s performance is pure musical electricity— bold, expressive, and impossible to forget.

Venus & the Flytraps is a DIY girl rock band based in Nashville. Born from like-minded artist duo Brenna Kassis and Cecilia Tomé, the band’s guiding principle rests in the innate un-seriousness of girlhood. Poking fun, making biting remarks, and unexpected vulnerability all make up the DNA of Venus & the Flytraps, which all comes through in their recently released debut album, “Demonette.”