Cool Bluegrass for Hot Summer Nights: 2025 Springer Mountain Farms Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman
By Emily Wykoff
This summer, the Ryman welcomes Springer Mountain Farms Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman back for their 32nd year. Our 2025 series lineup features some of the biggest names in bluegrass, both up-and-comers and legacy artists. Make sure to snag a ticket before they’re gone and see some phenomenal musicians celebrate their craft in the birthplace of bluegrass!
JUNE 17: DAN TYMINSKI BAND
Dan Tyminski returns to the Soul of Nashville for the first time since the release of his 2024 Grammy-nominated album Dan Tyminski: Live from the Ryman. Known for his rendition of “I Am a Man of Constant Sorrow” with George Clooney in the film Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? and his collaboration with Avicii on the 2013 track “Hey Brother,” Tyminski’s music crosses genres and mediums. Join us as the extraordinary Dan Tyminski Band kicks off our 32nd annual bluegrass series!
JUNE 24: KITCHEN DWELLERS
The Kitchen Dwellers bring their own dynamic energy and genre-bending sound to modern bluegrass. By playing traditional instruments with a contemporary twist, they create a trailblazing fusion of bluegrass, folk, psychedelic, and rock. This crossroads is exemplified by their 2024 album, Seven Devils, a concept album that chronicles their own interpretation of Dante’s Inferno. The Kitchen Dwellers’ often sold-out shows promise an unforgettable night of music, songwriting, and storytelling.
JULY 1: RHONDA VINCENT
Grammy award-winning artist and member of the Grand Ole Opry, Rhonda Vincent is the “Queen of Bluegrass.” Vincent has made waves in the bluegrass world with her original songs but also with her bluegrass-inspired covers of famous tracks like “Mama Tried” and “Jolene.” She has recorded with many artists including Pam Tillis, Alison Krauss, and the legendary Dolly Parton. There is nothing like experiencing Vincent’s powerful vocals at the Ryman.
JULY 8: MIGHTY POPLAR
Featuring Andrew Marlin (Watchhouse), Noam Pikelny (Punch Brothers), Chris Eldridge (Punch Brothers), Greg Garrison (Leftover Salmon), and Alex Hargreaves (Billy Strings), Mighty Poplar is a powerhouse of bluegrass talent. Inspired by bluegrass legends of the past, Mighty Poplar brings a new sound to famous tunes like the Carter Family’s “A Distant Land to Roam” and Bob Dylan’s “North Country Blues.” This supergroup of phenomenal musicians and vocalists is a must-see this summer.
JULY 15: EAST NASH GRASS AND AJ LEE & BLUE SUMMIT
The Ryman welcomes back Nashville locals East Nash Grass. Long-time backing musicians for some of the most famous names in bluegrass, this group of friends came together to forge their own sound while honoring the legacy of the bluegrass genre. Also on the bill are AJ Lee & Blue Summit, a group that creates their own blend of California-inspired bluegrass and folk. This talented lineup will provide a memorable evening of contemporary and traditional bluegrass.
JULY 22: RICKY SKAGGS AND KENTUCKY THUNDER
Ricky Skaggs needs no introduction. The 15-time Grammy award-winning artist has been bringing his talents to the world of bluegrass since his debut at age seven. Known for hits like “Country Boy” and “Highway 40 Blues,” Skaggs’ signature mix of bluegrass, country, and gospel has been topping the charts for decades. Join us for a spectacular conclusion to our Springer Mountain Farms Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman!
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