Over 150 artists from 34 countries will perform at FAI’s 38th annual conference, themed Rise Up, celebrating global folk traditions and activism. Headliners include GRAMMY winners Lost Bayou Ramblers and Terrance Simien, protest icon Ramy Essam, and genre-spanning talents from across the world. The event, set for Jan 21–25, 2026, promises a powerful Second Line of Song in the heart of New Orleans.
Browsing: Folk Alliance International
Allison Russell shares her powerful journey, the role of Folk Alliance in her career, and her mission to empower women of color in the music industry, in a heartfelt conversation with NPR’s Ann Powers at Folk Alliance International 2025.
Lilli Lewis, singer-songwriter, composer, and visionary behind Black American Music Summit invites us into the heart of her latest endeavor, reshaping the narrative around Black American music and its place within the wider cultural conversation. Now, she’s expanding her impact through children’s literature.
Lifetime Achievement Award to be bestowed to Indigo Girls! Sarah Jarosz, Nick Lowe, Kaïa Kater, Allison Russell, Sierra Ferrell, Peggy Seeger, Rhiannon Giddens, among others earn IFMA nominations for Best of 2024 Awards.
The conference’s theme in 2024 is Illuminate, inspired by the Northern Lights. Artists Include Lady A, Ron Sexsmith, Mimi O’Bonsawin, Tania Elizabeth, Mama’s Broke, Kaïa Kater, Jorane, Basiat Bulat, Wesli, and more!
Folk Alliance International artist exclusive quotes and photo gallery!
Including Lifetime Achievement Award for Tracy Chapman and People’s Voice Award for Alynda Segarra (of Hurray for the Riff Raff)!
Lineup includes Jolie Holland, Rainbow Girls, Willi Carlisle, Flamy Grant, Kaia Kater, Olive Klug, John Gallagher Jr., Crys Matthews, Amy Lavere, The Steel Wheels, Livingston Taylor, and more!