April 2026 Stage Show Lineup

Headin’ Home – Host Band

Bloomingdale, Georgia

Performing Thursday, April 9 at 7:30 PM; Friday, April 10 at 6:30 PM; & Saturday, April 11 at 7:30 PM

Headin’ Home is a band of six family members from coastal Georgia, who are lighting up the bluegrass scene with their brand of tight, refreshing, inspiring family music. Jon and Marina Lindblom, both classically trained professional musicians, are joined by their four adult children Luke, Libby, Lucy, and Timothy to create a true powerhouse family band. The family began touring as a bluegrass band in 2018. In 2023, Headin’ Home won the Dailey & Vincent Band Contest in Hiawassee, GA; and in 2024, they won the official Georgia State Bluegrass Band Competition. The 1st Annual Headin’ Home Fest took place in 2022, and has been a joyful family team effort every year since!

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Authentic Unlimited

Hartford, Tennessee

Performing Saturday, April 11 at 3:00 and 8:30 PM

Authentic Unlimited is a dynamic bluegrass band that blends rich harmonies with skillful instrumentation to create a sound that is both timeless and innovative. Comprised of seasoned musicians, including former members of the legendary Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, the band brings a deep-rooted passion for traditional bluegrass, infused with fresh energy. Having earned recognition with IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) awards, IBMA nominations, and Dove Awards nominations, the band’s talent and dedication to their craft is widely celebrated in the bluegrass community. Their heartfelt lyrics and soulful melodies resonate with audiences, offering an authentic musical experience that speaks to both old and new generations of bluegrass fans.

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Kenny & Amanda Smith

Lebanon, Tennessee

Performing Friday, October 10 at 1:00 and 7:30 PM – Also leading special guitar workshop at 10 AM!

The award-winning duo of Kenny & Amanda Smith have cultivated a reputation of delivering fresh, heartfelt, bluegrass music to stages worldwide for nearly two decades. Known for sincere vocals and stellar musicianship, Kenny & Amanda Smith are one of the most beloved husband-and-wife teams in acoustic music. Amanda was named IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year in 2014, while the duo has received numerous nominations from the IBMA, SPBGMA and Dove awards throughout the years as well. Kenny’s reputation as one of the most influential flat-picking guitarists of his generation, makes him one of the most in-demand bluegrass guitar players in the industry.

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The Little Roy & Lizzy Show

Lincolnton, Georgia

Performing Friday, April 10 at 3:00 and 8:30 PM

Hailing from Lincolnton, Georgia, legendary bluegrass and gospel icons Little Roy Lewis & Lizzy Long put on perhaps the most entertaining show you’ll ever see! Little Roy has been inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, SPBGMA Hall of Greats, IBMA Hall of Honor, and Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Lizzy Long is a highly gifted vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. The Little Roy & Lizzy Show finds this world-class duo joined by a talented cast of musicians: Hunter Berry on fiddle, Holger Oleson on bass, and Mikayla Hyde on guitar. Prepare for laughter, energy, excitement, and a lot of fast notes!

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The Amanda Cook Band

Fancy Gap, Virginia

Performing Thursday, April 9 at 3:00 and 8:30 PM

Amanda Cook, in her 10th year as the leader of the Amanda Cook Band, has left an indelible mark on the bluegrass scene. With her down-to-earth style, profound connection with her audience, and distinctive vocal range, she has quickly achieved popularity. Fueling a fire to record and tour professionally, Cook made the move to the Mountains of Virginia, to not only sign a long term 5 album contract with record label Mountain Fever Records, but also to work there as an engineer. The band’s fourth studio album, “Changes,” debuted at the number one spot of the Billboard Bluegrass Album chart in October 2022, coinciding with the band’s continued presence at festivals and top venues nationwide.

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Appalachian Smoke

Bryson City, North Carolina

Performing Thursday, April 9 at 2:00 and 6:30 PM

Appalachian Smoke has found a sound reminiscent of the hollers of Southern Appalachia that they grew up in and yet, one quick and varied enough to push the envelope. It’s made up of songwriters, vocalists, and instrumentalists that are honored to sing about the history and ways of their home. This seasoned band brings their powerful sound, tight harmonies, and heartfelt original music to every performance. “Appalachian Smoke effectively integrate their reverence for the roots with a fully accessible approach that can connect with contemporary audiences as well.” -Bluegrass Today

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Backline

Spartanburg, South Carolina

Performing Saturday, April 11 at 2:00 and 6:30 PM

Backline is an award-winning bluegrass band from Spartanburg, South Carolina. The band came together in February of 2016. Backline’s choice of material is 80% original written by members of the band, or writers outside the band. They also perform traditional covers arranged to fit their personal style. Backline’s desire is to share their music through a more modern bluegrass sound with enough traditional flare that it can be enjoyed by both old and new bluegrass fans alike.

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The Brothers Five

Bloomingdale, Georgia

Performing Friday, April 10 at 2:00 PM & Saturday, April 11 at 1:00 PM

The Brothers Five are an all-sibling band from Bloomingdale, Georgia, comprised of 5 members of the Lindblom family. Since forming their band in 2021, The Brothers Five have won 1st place in the Galax Youth Band Competition, 2nd place in the Georgia State Bluegrass Band Competition, and 4th place in the Silver Dollar City KSMU Youth in Bluegrass Competition. The fact that these boys spend practically every minute of their lives singing and jamming together shows in their highly polished and entertaining show! Ranging in age from 19 to 11, The Brothers Five have already performed at many festivals and venues across the country. To watch The Brothers Five on stage is to experience a refreshing dose of joy, family camaraderie, and reassurance that the future of bluegrass is brighter than ever.

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Last Hour Bluegrass

Rockwell, North Carolina

Performing Friday, April 10 at 12:00 and 5:30 PM

Last Hour Bluegrass, a gospel group based out of North Carolina, features a five-piece band with four vocalists. The southern gospel style of vocals with traditional, acoustic music makes for an unforgettable experience. Last Hour was established in the spring of 2021. Since then, they have been playing in churches and venues throughout the Southeast. The name,“Last Hour” has the principal found in John chapter 9. “The night cometh, when no man can work” (John 9:4 KJV). After signing with Morning Glory Records in July of 2023, Last Hour released a single, “He Guides My Way.”

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Daryl Mosley

Waverly, Tennessee

Performing Saturday, April 11 at 12:00 and 5:30 – Also leading special songwriter workshop at 10 AM!

Daryl Mosley’s songsmith abilities have led to him being honored as Songwriter of the Year three times, with thirteen #1 songs and three Song of the Year awards. Daryl writes and sings about small town life, faith in God, family, and the best parts of how life once was and still could be. For over three decades, the combination of these exquisitely crafted songs along with his understated delivery and warm, gentle personality has been engaging music lovers in a way that few artists can. When not on the road touring, Daryl resides in his hometown of Waverly, Tennessee.

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Boonie Bevins & Carolina Drive

Moncks Corner, South Carolina

Performing Thursday, April 9 at 1:00 and 5:30 PM

Often described as having the voice of an angel, Boonie Bevins got her start at the young age of 5 years old, singing in the band 4 Wheel Drive and regularly performing at Guy and Tina’s Pickin Parlor in Bethera, SC. Along with creating her own original songs, Boonie and her husband John Henry Braun, father Kevin Bevins, and brother-in-law Bryan Jackson perform together under the name Boonie Bevins and Carolina Drive. The band performs traditional and contemporary bluegrass as well as jazz, swing, and country.

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Bryan County Bluegrass

Richmond Hill, Georgia

Performing Thursday, April 9 at 12:00 PM

Bryan County Bluegrass is a hard-driving traditional bluegrass band based in Richmond Hill, Georgia and surrounding areas. Consisting of Tim Gaylor on guitar and vocals, John Neal on bass and vocals, Josh Lock on mandolin and vocals, Kevin Williamson on banjo, and David Brown on fiddle, this group of experienced musicians and friends bring an engaging and entertaining show to their audiences.

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Thank You 2025 Sponsors!

We appreciate the generous sponsors and donors behind the 4th Annual Headin’ Home Fest!