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The votes are in, and we’re proud to introduce your top three Battle of the Banjos finalists: Redbud Bluegrass, The Blue...
05/29/2026

The votes are in, and we’re proud to introduce your top three Battle of the Banjos finalists: Redbud Bluegrass, The Blue Bridge Boys, and Billy Fortune Unit 🪕

These bands have picked their way through every round with grit, heart, and mighty fine musicianship, and now it’s time for the final showdown.

Join us Saturday, June 6 at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in Mills River, NC, where all three finalists will take the stage live for one unforgettable evening of bluegrass and friendly competition.

Battle of the Banjos voting is officially open 🪕 These pickers brought their all to the third round, each honoring Earl ...
05/26/2026

Battle of the Banjos voting is officially open 🪕 These pickers brought their all to the third round, each honoring Earl with their own take on a classic tune.

Now it’s your turn. Take a listen, find your favorite, and cast your vote until May 28.

Good luck to all our finalists 🫶

Voting 👉 www.earlscruggsmusicfest.com/battleofthebanjos

05/22/2026

Round 3 of Battle of the Banjos continues 🪕

For this round, our finalists are paying tribute to the one and only Earl Scruggs with their own take on an Earl tune.

Our last cover is here! Check out Redbud Bluegrass

Take a listen, show these pickers some love, and cast your vote on May 26-28.

05/21/2026

Round 3 of Battle of the Banjos continues 🪕

For this round, our finalists are paying tribute to the one and only Earl Scruggs with their own take on an Earl tune.

Check out this Flatt & Scruggs cover by Blue Bridge Boys

Take a listen, show these pickers some love, and cast your vote on May 26-28.

05/20/2026

Round 3 of Battle of the Banjos is in full swing 🪕

For this round, our finalists are paying tribute to the one and only Earl Scruggs with their own take on an Earl tune.

Check out Strings Of Green's cover of When The Saints Go Marchin' In

Take a listen, show these pickers some love, and cast your vote May 26-28.

05/19/2026

Round 3 of Battle of the Banjos continues 🪕

For this round, our finalists are paying tribute to the one and only Earl Scruggs with their own take on an Earl tune.

Check out this cover by

Take a listen, show these pickers some love, and cast your vote May 26-28.

05/18/2026

Round 3 of Battle of the Banjos is here 🪕

For this round, our finalists are paying tribute to the one and only Earl Scruggs with their own take on an Earl tune.

Here's The Folk Villains version of John Hardy

Take a listen, show these pickers some love, and cast your vote May 26-28!

Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart returns to ESMF this Labor Day weekend 🪕 if you've never seen him live, this is your mome...
05/13/2026

Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart returns to ESMF this Labor Day weekend 🪕 if you've never seen him live, this is your moment.

05/11/2026

Murphy Campbell didn't just find this music; she came from it.

Rooted deep in the Appalachian tradition, Murphy brings something to the stage that you can't manufacture and can't fake.

One of the most inventive banjo players alive, Alison Brown has spent decades pushing this instrument somewhere nobody e...
05/09/2026

One of the most inventive banjo players alive, Alison Brown has spent decades pushing this instrument somewhere nobody else thought to take it. We are so honored to have her back at ESMF 2026.

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