Southern Rail Express
11:30 am
Prepare for an incredible performance from Southern Rail Express, a beloved and highly respected bluegrass band. With their signature mix of traditional bluegrass and a hint of country charm, they’re sure to deliver a show to remember. The talented lineup includes Willie Smith on bass and vocals, Kenneth Lowry on banjo, Jim Almarode on mandolin and vocals, David Cannaday on guitar and vocals, and Jerry Wood on fiddle. Their deep love for music resonates across the region, leaving audiences spellbound wherever they perform.
Wound Tight
12 pm
Rooted in Southwest Virginia, WoundTight delivers high-energy bluegrass with strong vocals, deep tradition, and fresh original material. Since their self-titled debut in 2014 and follow-up album No More Rain in 2017, they’ve released singles like Driving Me Insane and Why Did You Go Away, blending classic bluegrass with new sounds.
The talented lineup includes Chris Martin (mandolin), Mike Martin (dobro), Gary Creed (bass), B.J. Compton (guitar), and Jonathan Martin (banjo). Whether honoring tradition or pushing creative boundaries, WoundTight continues their journey with music for all audiences. Learn more about them at WoundTightBand.com.