Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion A 2015 economic Impact Study estimated the economic impact of Bristol Rhythm from non-regional visitors to be $16.1 million.
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Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion is an award-winning, non-profit music festival held annually in Historic Downtown Bristol, VA-TN, celebrating the legendary 1927 Bristol Sessions recordings. Bristol Rhythm brings together a diverse range of performers to celebrate the legendary 1927 Bristol Sessions recordings and their vast influence on today's music. From internationally acclaimed touring acts to

the very best artists from the region, the festival is known for its tasteful blend of roots music and for catching stars on the rise

Beyond the music, Bristol Rhythm includes artisans and artisan groups selling unique, handmade items, food vendors offering a wide variety of culinary creations, and a number of ancillary events for children and adults – all designed to enrich the overall experience of the Festival for the patrons. Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion and the Birthplace of Country Music Museum, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, continues to have a major impact on the growth of business, entertainment, and the general energy and vitality of Historic Downtown Bristol and the surrounding region. A new economic impact study is planned for 2021.

Making their debut, Leonard Blush & the Camelcals are headed to Historic Downtown Bristol, September 11-13! ⚡️🎶Rock an...
06/19/2026

Making their debut, Leonard Blush & the Camelcals are headed to Historic Downtown Bristol, September 11-13! ⚡️🎶

Rock and Roll in a Nudie Suit, Leonard Blush & the Camelcals is a vibrant and versatile live band rooted in Roanoke, Virginia’s energetic music scene. Known for their rock and roll and country swing, the band has become a regular favorite at local venues, bringing crowd-pleasing performances to brewery stages and community events alike. Their sound captures a raw, yet refined energy, appealing to fans of both country music and contemporary folk-rock infusions, making each show feel both accessible and unique.

Beyond local stages, Leonard Blush & the Camelcals have also earned selection in broader regional showcases, performing as part of the ‘Local Love’ lineup at FloydFest, one of the Southeast’s premier outdoor music festivals celebrating roots, rock, and world music. Sharing the bill with a diverse group of emerging and established acts, their inclusion in regional festivals highlights both their growing reputation and their deep ties to Virginia’s thriving music community. Whether performing under the open sky or in intimate brewery settings, Leonard Blush & the Camelcals continues to build a dedicated following with their heartfelt musicianship and compelling stage presence.

Don’t delay - Get your tickets to Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion today! 3 Day GA and Single Day tickets are now available! 🎟️

to St. Paul and The Broken Bones performing on the Cumberland Park Stage in 2019! 🎶🎺We can't wait for their electrifyi...
06/18/2026

to St. Paul and The Broken Bones performing on the Cumberland Park Stage in 2019! 🎶🎺

We can't wait for their electrifying set in 2026!

📸: Eli Johnson and Bill Foster

New 25th Anniversary Merch just dropped 🎶You can now get our Commemorative 25th Anniversary Poster T-Shirt with artwor...
06/17/2026

New 25th Anniversary Merch just dropped 🎶

You can now get our Commemorative 25th Anniversary Poster T-Shirt with artwork by Charles Vess in Emerald or White Comfort Colors!

Save time at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion and purchase your 2026 merch today! Shop with us in-person at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum Store, or online at Shop.BirthplaceOfCountryMusic.org 🔗

The Freak Rangers are headed to Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion for their debut appearance, Sept. 11-13, 2026! ⚡🎶The Frea...
06/16/2026

The Freak Rangers are headed to Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion for their debut appearance, Sept. 11-13, 2026! ⚡🎶

The Freak Rangers began with the duo, Timbo Sims and John McBroom who wanted to explore the folkier side of things. They started in 1995 playing various coffee houses and filling opening slots for other local and regional bands. The pair enjoyed seeking new challenges in the acoustic realm which inspired a few songs that occasionally make it to the stage today.

Fast forward nearly 30 years, and the Freak Rangers now consist of a mixture of musicians rehashing old tunes and creating new material. The collective has dusted off some of their favorites and added new flavor found through their experiences along the way. A new project is now in the works, and should be ready for the ears of the public by early Summer 2026. This new energy has the band excited to see what happens in the next chapter of the Freak Rangers.

Grab your tickets, and we’ll see you on State Street! 3 Day GA and Single Day tickets are available now! 🎟️

06/15/2026

Bristol Sessions Super Raffle

🗓️Save the Date! The Bristol Sessions Super Raffle returns on Monday, June 15 for the 8th year supporting the Birthplace...
06/12/2026

🗓️Save the Date! The Bristol Sessions Super Raffle returns on Monday, June 15 for the 8th year supporting the Birthplace of Country Music Museum! Join us on Monday, June 15 at 10 a.m. at the Birthplace of Country Museum for a press conference and the official kick-off!

🎟️Only 5,000 tickets will be sold. $250,000 in cash and prizes include a 2027 BMW X3 SUV, a 2026 Transcend Travel Trailer, a Seven-Day Caribbean Cruise, a 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, 32 cash prizes totaling up to $67,000, and more for a total of 49 prizes!

🎟️Tickets are available starting Monday, June 15 at BristolSessionsSuperRaffle.org, at the Museum Store, and at the Birthplace of Country Music Administrative Offices. Thank you for your support!

The Dimestore Cowboys are returning to Historic Downtown Bristol September 11-13, for their fourth appearance at Bristol...
06/12/2026

The Dimestore Cowboys are returning to Historic Downtown Bristol September 11-13, for their fourth appearance at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion! ⚡️🎶

The Dimestore Cowboys are a hard-hitting, six-piece cornerstone of Appalachian sound hailing from Johnson City, TN. Originally formed in 2012, the band has had several stellar line-ups over the years, and just as many unique takes on country music. Lovingly deemed "y'allternative," The Dimestore Cowboys have something real to offer music lovers all over the map.

What began as a group of friends playing in dive bars and crooning in local watering holes, then called JB 5n Dime, has transformed over the last fifteen years, mirroring the energy and styles of its members. The Dimestore Cowboys pull no punches when it comes to delivering fine showmanship and quality sound. Currently, the band is led by vocalist/guitarist Anthony Childress, who co-writes their music with Will Cassell and the only remaining founding member, bassist Jason Shaffer. Jason V***r on keys, Will Cassell on lead guitar, Julia Wilson on fiddle, and Adilene Delgado on drums fill out the country sound with plenty of heavier licks, deep roots, and meaningful solos that add complexity to the already thoughtful lyrics of their music.

Get your tickets now and we'll see you on State Street very soon! 3 Day GA and Single Day tickets are available now! 🎟️

to The Del McCoury Band during Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion in 2022! 🎶🪕We're excited to have them back for in Sept...
06/11/2026

to The Del McCoury Band during Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion in 2022! 🎶🪕

We're excited to have them back for in September for our 25th anniversary!

📸: Cora Wagoner

Dallas Wayne is returning for his fourth appearance at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion this September 11-13, 2026 ⚡️🎶Dall...
06/10/2026

Dallas Wayne is returning for his fourth appearance at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion this September 11-13, 2026 ⚡️🎶

Dallas has performed throughout North America and Europe, releasing 13 albums of his own, and performing on various compilation and band recordings including the honky-tonk supergroups Heybale! and the TwangBangers, as well as a Grammy-nominated bluegrass album. He began performing professionally while in school before moving to Nashville, where he developed his vocal style singing demos for the top music publishing houses and began songwriting. While touring Europe in the early '90s, Dallas signed a record deal and soon moved to Scandinavia where he was a staff songwriter for Warner/Chappell Music. After four years living and touring in Europe, Dallas returned to the U.S. and signed with HighTone Records.

He later relocated to Austin, TX, releasing albums on the Koch Nashville and Smith Entertainment labels. In 2016 and 2018 he released a popular collection of classic country songs on two albums, Songs The Jukebox Taught Me, Volume 1 and Volume 2, on Heart of Texas Records. This collection includes duets with Willie Nelson, Jeannie Seely, Darrell and Mona McCall, and Paula Nelson.

Dallas currently lives in Bristol TN/VA, the Birthplace of Country Music.

Get your tickets now for one incredible weekend! 3 Day GA and Single Day tickets are now available! 🎟️

Erin Lunsford is making her Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion debut this September 11-13 in Historic Downtown Bristol! ⚡️🎶E...
06/09/2026

Erin Lunsford is making her Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion debut this September 11-13 in Historic Downtown Bristol! ⚡️🎶

Erin Lunsford is an award-winning singer/songwriter from the foothills of Appalachia in Fincastle, VA, now based in Richmond, VA. Her music is buttered, pound cake-folk that’s equal parts sweet, delicate, rich, and warm. Erin’s songs are built on a foundation of bluegrass and thoughtful, Blue Ridge Mountain storytelling that showcase her self-styled guitar, banjo, and keyboard melodies.

She's an accomplished writer - just last year, she was a semi-finalist in the Songwriters Guild of America Country Song Contest for her song “Rhinestones.” And she's a titan of voice - her vocals have been described as soulful, expressive, and downright heavenly and her effortless versatility has been compared to Chris Stapleton, YEBBA, and Susan Tedeschi. Launching her new tender, storyteller, roots album in 2026, Lunsford is a rising voice in folk music.

Get your tickets for now! 3-Day GA and Single Day tickets are now available! 🎟️

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37620

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