Each generation, perhaps once a decade, bluegrass experiences a band or an artist that redefines and recenters the genre itself. Della Mae is one such band. Now 15 years since their origin, Della Mae can boast their strongest lineup yet. Founders Kimber Ludiker and Celia Woodsmith are joined by guitarist and songwriter Avril Smith and vocalist and two-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn.
This special event will feature performances from the University of Tennessee Chattanooga Jazz Band alongside the award-winning Jacksonville State University Jazz Bands I and II. Together, these outstanding musicians will bring the bold sound, energy, and tradition of big band jazz to the Songbirds stage.
Their debut album Heartbreak Summer Camp was recorded in a living room in 2020 stripped down, DIY folk songs tracing their lives from teenage years into their mid-twenties. They followed it with Born Strangers, recorded at Tractor Shed Studio in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, and produced by Mike Eli LoPinto (Chris Stapleton, Emily Nenni). The album earned a devoted cult following and praise from outlets including American Songwriter, Holler, and Twangville. In 2025, The Montvales signed with Free Dirt Records and released the single “Loud and Clear,” signaling even more new music on the horizon.
Her upcoming EP EGO TRIP is her most personal project yet. Led by the single “Lady Los Angeles”, the record explores themes of betrayal, grief, identity, and the seductive pull of fame. With more than a million streams across her catalog and a reputation for unforgettable performances, Amelia Day is emerging as a powerful new voice in modern songwriting.
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Over the past five years, Townes has reached major career milestones, including touring with legendary artists such as Stevie Nicks, Miranda Lambert, Shania Twain, George Strait, Keith Urban, Reba, Zac Brown Band, and Dierks Bentley. Her work has earned widespread recognition, including two JUNO Awards, two Academy of Country Music Awards, and 17 Canadian Country Music Association Awards.
Their recent singles “Ecdysis” and “Lost Connections” showcase a heavier, more focused direction, blending crushing riffs with anthemic hooks and themes centered on transformation, struggle, and release. Known for packed shows and appearances alongside acts like The Funeral Portrait and Wine Lips, FieldHockey brings a live experience built to move a room.
Every Shakedown Citi show begins long before the first note. Each setlist is thoughtfully and meticulously crafted from the Dead repertoire, affiliated catalogs and beyond, balancing deep cuts and beloved anthems, rarities and reprises. No two nights are ever the same - each performance stands as a work of art on its own, alive in its moment, while also fitting into the larger patchwork of the repertoire.
McClendon’s songwriting often blends personal history with observations about the South, most notably in his viral single King Henry, which challenges the “Good Ole Boys” system and generational corruption in South Carolina. His live shows have grown steadily, selling out in numerous markets across the southeast.
The band received a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album for 2019’s Toil, Tears & Trouble and has also been recognized by the International Bluegrass Music Association, including a nomination for Entertainer of the Year. Their No. 1 single on the Bluegrass Unlimited chart, “Wanderers Like Me” captures the restless spirit and dedication that defines them.
Their debut album What a Life drops February 2026, and it’s a full snapshot of who they are.... heartfelt songwriting, soaring instrumental moments, and a bold take on modern bluegrass. The record features a special guest appearance from bluegrass legend Sam Bush on fiddle and harmony vocals, with mastering by two-time GRAMMY Award winner David Glasser at Airshow Mastering.
Mitch’s original music continues to capture the hearts of many, garnering well over 100 million all-time streams with songs like "All l Need To See”, “Son”, “2020”, “Then Again” and "Ran into You" feat. Trisha Yearwood - which contributed over 75 million streams on Spotify alone. Rossell was also seen on the 2023 season of America’s Got Talent, where he wowed the judges and won the hearts of millions across the world with the performance of his autobiographical hit song, “Son”.
