AmericanaFest 2025 celebrated roots, rock, and community at its finest. Laney Jones ignited the stage with fearless indie-rock, Robert Randolph delivered jaw-dropping blues, Brandi Carlile shared candid wisdom, and the Old 97’s earned a well-deserved Lifetime Achievement nod from Rosanne Cash. John Fogerty closed the night with his sons by his side, while rising star Medium Build held the audience rapt. From buzzing bars to the Mother Church, AmericanaFest proved why it remains the heart of Nashville each September.

Reed Turchi’s “Walk With Me” goes electric: an intimate, slide-driven evolution that reveals the North Mississippi blues lineage, ensemble chemistry, and fresh textures not heard on record.

Old-school soul, new-school style: Mckinley James opens up about his debut album, working with Dan Auerbach, and making music with family by his side—with our Australia correspondent at AmericanaFest.

The latest taste of his forthcoming Dan Auerbach-produced album, ‘Hallelujah! Don’t Let The Devil Fool Ya,’ the song channels Finley’s signature gospel-powered soul.

Ringo Starr and his All-Star Band brought a night of peace, love, and classic hits to the sold-out Chicago Theatre, with fans singing along to every song while multi-generational musicians like Steve Lukather, Hamish Stuart, and Colin Hay shined alongside the legendary drummer and singer.

American Blues Scene’s Australian correspondent traveled to Nashville’s AmericanaFest to catch up with Zach Ernst, guitarist and curator behind Austin’s legendary Antone’s. At the heart of Antone’s 50th anniversary celebration, Ernst discussed his journey with the club, the making of ‘The Last Real Texas Blues Album,’ and his ongoing mission to connect Austin’s rich blues history with a new generation of artists. By pairing veteran and rising musicians, creating a museum, and expanding the Austin Blues Festival, Ernst demonstrates that the blues are far from fading into the background.

Bob Corritore’s previously unreleased 2002 session with Little Milton brings historic blues moments to life and previews the ‘Early Blues Sessions’ collection.

A Sunday to remember. Karina Rykman brought the funk, Dark Star Orchestra honored the Dead, and Umphrey’s McGee closed with an epic Pink Floyd tribute.

If you’ve caught a jam band bill in the last two decades, chances are Rob Compa’s guitar was part of the soundtrack. he’s charting a new course and telling us how.

Bruce Dickinson cut through blazing guitars with commanding vocals, was backed by a thunderous “Frankenstein” drum solo, and sent the crowd wild with the unforgettable roar: “Scream for me, Phoenix!”