AMERICANAFEST reveals full schedule

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 – The full schedule for AMERICANAFEST was revealed today with new showcases, panels and special events.

Presented by the Americana Music Association, AMERICANAFEST will take place in Nashville on Sept. 17-21 across 55 venues, showcasing more than 200 artists and bands, with nearly 300 events available for attendees.

Highlights include:

The Lone Bellow with the Nashville Symphony at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Americana Music Foundation. This event is separately ticketed. (Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.)

Songs of Yellowstone: Music supervisor Andrea von Foerster will lead discussions about the role and visibility of Americana music in shows like Yellowstone. Select artists will also perform their songs heard in the show. This special event at City Winery is open to attendees with Silver and Festival Passes only. (Wednesday at 2 p.m.)

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats + My Morning Jacket at Ascend Amphitheater: As co-headliners, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats and My Morning Jacket will deliver equal-length sets, swapping performance order with each show. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Americana Music Foundation. This AMERICANAFEST special event is separately ticketed. (Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m.)

AMERICANAFEST at the Bluebird Café: AMERICANAFEST will present three songwriters in the round. Thursday's lineup includes Matt Joe Gow, Sydney Quiseng and Robert Vincent. Friday's lineup includes Suzy Bogguss, Robert Earl Keen and Adam Wright. Saturday's lineup, presented in partnership with SESAC, includes Heidi Feek, James Hatem and the Young Fables. Due to limited seating, reservations are strongly encouraged. (Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m.)

Southern Rounds at AMERICANAFEST: Singer-songwriters Ruthie Collins, Wesley Dean,and Sonia Leigh share their original music in the round, followed by a headlining set by Sean McConnell. In partnership with Southern Rounds at Analog at Hutton Hotel (Wednesday, 7-10 p.m.)

OUTlaw Queer Country: in addition to music, the night includes a screening of the new documentary, "Lavender Outlaws." Brought to you by OUTlaw Pride and the folks behind the 2023 Queer Cowpoke Roundup. (Thursday at noon)

A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month: The Americana Music Association celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month in conjunction with Tennessee Latin American Chamber of Commerce and Telemundo. The special gathering in City Winery Lounge features performances by Rachel Rodriguez, Rico Del Oro and Veronique Medrano. (Thursday, 4 p.m.)

ANTI- Records 25th Anniversary Showcase: Taking place at the Basement East, the event will be co-headlined by Neko Case and Waxahatchee with performances also confirmed by MJ Lenderman, Madi Diaz, Christian Lee Hutson and Leyla McCalla. (Thursday at 7 p.m.)

Relix at AMERICANAFEST: Relix returns to AMERICANAFEST with incredible official showcases at Brooklyn Bowl. This year's lineup includes Greensky Bluegrass, Donavon Frankenreiter and Hiss Golden Messenger. (Thursday at 7 p.m.)

Musician's Corner: This year's AMERICANAFEST lineup includes Kaitlin Butts, The Dead Tongues, Tommy Prine, Malena Cadiz and Theo Lawrence. (Friday, 5-8:45 p.m.)

Hooks, Lines & Singers: 30A Songwriters Presents: The 30A Songwriters Festival is a cultural event in the South Walton community in Florida – a destination known not only for its beaches, but also for its creative excellence. Showcases feature Ruthie Foster, Tim Easton, Kim Richey and Shannon McNally. Hosted by Webb Wilder. (Friday at 7 p.m.)

Vance Joy at Ascend Amphitheater: Vance Joy is celebrating the 10th anniversary of his debut album, dream your life away, with a headlining show at Ascend Amphitheater. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Americana Music Foundation. This AMERICANAFEST special event is separately ticketed. (Friday at 8 p.m.)