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.

Gritty Flyright & The Music Family will be headed to Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion September 11-13 for their second fes...
06/05/2026

Gritty Flyright & The Music Family will be headed to Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion September 11-13 for their second festival appearance! ⚡️🎶

Wesley Ryan Liston, known professionally as Gritty Flyright, is an American singer-songwriter and storyteller. With shows ranging from the acoustic listening room experience to a full band performance with “The Music Family” you can hear echoes of classic and outlaw country, touches of soul and blues, and the true essence of what it is to be a working class American artist.

The eighth generation South Carolina native takes inspiration from his upbringing in the hills of Woodruff down to the coast of Charleston, where he currently resides. Gritty’s songs beautifully reflect his own southern experience while also speaking to many of the issues that affect us all, such as love and loss, issues of sobriety, or the polarization of our society.

Grab your friends and grab your tickets, and we'll see you on State Street for ! 🎟️

to 2022 when Donna the Buffalo last performed at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion! 🎶⚡️We're excited to welcome them back...
06/04/2026

to 2022 when Donna the Buffalo last performed at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion! 🎶⚡️

We're excited to welcome them back for their fifth !

📸: Sophie Harris

100 days until we're dancing on State Street 🎶⚡️
06/03/2026

100 days until we're dancing on State Street 🎶⚡️

Returning for his third Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion appearance, Oscar Harris is headed to Downtown Bristol TN-VA Sept...
06/01/2026

Returning for his third Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion appearance, Oscar Harris is headed to Downtown Bristol TN-VA Sept. 11-13, 2026! ⚡️🎶

Oscar Harris is a member of the musical trio “Dale Jett & Hello Stranger.” He plays guitar, mandolin, and autoharp for the group plus some lead and harmony vocals. “Dale Jett & Hello Stranger” have performed on Mountain Stage, The Marty Stuart Show, The Grand Ole Opry, Midnight Jamboree and other radio and TV shows.

Grab your tickets now and make sure you catch his set at ! 🎟️

Laid Back Country Picker is returning for his second performance at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion, Sept. 11-13, 2026! ⚡...
05/30/2026

Laid Back Country Picker is returning for his second performance at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion, Sept. 11-13, 2026! ⚡️🎶

Laid Back Country Picker plays good music and treats everybody right. He has played and recorded with Grammy winners. He has performed at the fabled Ryman Auditorium, Bonnaroo and Red Rocks. His show combines 70s guitar rock, honky-tonk and punk, all with hillbilly sensibility.

His band features the powerhouse drumming of his silent partner “Honey”. In her curlers and moo-moo, Honey has no time for foolishness. Laidback Country Picker attracts fans from many genres, including rockabilly, punk and metal, as well as more traditional country and rock and roll purists. He has toured the nation and can be heard regularly on Sirius Outlaw Country. Rejecting the modern for the surreal, Laid Back Country Picker and Honey deliver a unique musical experience.

You won't want to miss this one! Get your tickets for now! 3 Day GA and Single Day tickets now available at BristolRhythm.com. 🎟️

05/29/2026

These underrated music festivals across the United States celebrate many genres and welcome headliners and local performers.

The Moga Family Band is coming to State Street in Historic Downtown Bristol for their Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion deb...
05/29/2026

The Moga Family Band is coming to State Street in Historic Downtown Bristol for their Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion debut, Sept. 11-13! ⚡️🎶

The Moga Family Band is a powerhouse collective blending soulful vocals, jam-band-worthy musicianship, and pop-friendly hooks. Hailed as the trailblazers of contemporary blues, this Nashville-based "chosen family" has quickly evolved from a local secret to a national force.

Featuring the dynamic talents of Sister Emme Cannon (vocals), Uncle Eric Fortaleza (bass), Brother Jake Baynes (guitar), Cousin Cav Mims (keys), Papa Dekar Justus (drums), and Baby Owen Fader (vocals/sax), the group’s individual resumes are as impressive as their collective sound; members have toured with heavyweights like Cory Wong, Victor Wooten, Keith Urban, and Lainey Wilson.

Grab your tickets and we'll see you at ! 🎟️

Local artists are the heart and soul of our festival. ✨🩶We're thrilled to announce the addition of many fantastic local ...
05/28/2026

Local artists are the heart and soul of our festival. ✨🩶

We're thrilled to announce the addition of many fantastic local and regional artists to our Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion 2026 lineup!

Kris Truelsen and Country Casserole, Adam Bolt, Adrian Bundy & His H***y Tonk Hearts, Alpine Motel, Anthony Childress, Ashton Davison, Bailey George & The Hit Paraders, Boys From Bristol, Chance Lawson, The Corklickers, Duty Free, Hoot & Holler Storytellers, Jamtown JAM Camp, Junction 4961, Lightnin' Charlie, Logan & McKenna, Momma Molasses, My New Favorites, Northeast State Community College Jazz Ensemble, Noah Denton, Phil Faconti & Dave Eggar, Possum Creek Playboys, Post Bop Revival, Recovery Bristol Band, Roger Ramsey, Soul Sandwich, The Soulamanders, Troublesome Hollow, and Virginia West.

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