The Caverns Sessions

Arts and Music Series / 2 Seasons

Formerly known as Bluegrass Underground, this magical, "musical adventure" series is taped deep within the subterranean amphitheater of The Caverns in Tennessee's majestic Cumberland Mountains. Now in it’s eleventh year and re-branded as The Caverns Sessions, this series features both long-established and emerging artists within a broad spectrum of genres.

24m 40s / TV-PG

BIG RICHARD Preview

30s

Colorado's neo-acoustic supergroup, Big Richard, formed in 2021, is impressive with virtuosity, harmonies and eclectic repertoire. By reinventing traditional tunes and their own original storytelling, they're poised to make waves in Americana music.

THE TEXAS GENTLEMEN Preview

30s

A ‘band of ringers” based in Dallas and Austin, The Texas Gentlemen are a versatile collective known for genre-blending skills, from pop-soul to country funk. They’ve served as a backing band for many A-List’ers (G. Strait, K Kristofferson, etc.) and are regularly compared to such legendary groups as LA’s Wrecking Crew and Muscle Shoals’ Swampers.

49 WINCHESTER Preview

30s

Hailing from Castlewood, Virginia, 49 Winchester formed when its members were teenagers. Hundreds of shows and thousands of miles later, the rapidly rising band’s latest album, Fortune Favors the Bold, reflects their hard-earned ethos.

ELIZABETH COOK Preview

30s

Originally from Wildwood, Florida, Elizabeth Cook is a much-lauded Nashville artist with a sharp, surprising style. Beyond her singing/writing talents that have gained multiple Americana Award nominations, Elizabeth has built an enormous fan base as a SiriusXM Outlaw Country DJ, a Grand Ole Opry regular, and as the beloved Tammy on Adult Swim’s "Squidbillies."

CLAY STREET UNIT Preview

30s

Formed in 2021 in Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit infuses southern country, folk and Appalachian bluegrass into their high-energy, fresh take on Americana traditions. Their debut EP A Mighty Fine Evening showcases their evolving, unique sound.

AMERICAN AQUARIUM Preview

30s

Born of a blend of Southern and punk rock, these long-touring Roots Rockers earn critical acclaim with comparisons to Springsteen, early Rolling Stones and Drive By Truckers—a driving Alt-Country tour de force offering unapologetic songs for the blue collar Everyman on life, loss, salvation and the cracks and highlights of domestic life.

ALVIN YOUNGBLOOD HART’S MUSCLE THEORY Preview

30s

Hailed as a "musician's musician," Hart’s artistry has drawn praise from legends like Bob Dylan, as well as guitar virtuosos like Gary Moore and Mick Taylor. Born in 1963, his nomadic upbringing influenced his eclectic musical journey.

THE DAN TYMINSKI BAND performs 'Hey Brother'

4m 2s

With a 30+ year career, Dan Tyminski is known for his iconic bluegrass voice, popularized in the movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" He's won 14 Grammys and contributed to projects by Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Rob Thomas, to name a few.

DAN TYMINSKI BAND Preview

30s

With a 30+ year career, Dan Tyminski is known for his iconic bluegrass voice, popularized in the movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" He's won 14 Grammys and contributed to projects by Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Rob Thomas, to name a few.

EVAN HONER Preview

30s

West Coast troubadour Evan Honer is influenced by esteemed artists like Jason Isbell, Tyler Childers and Colter Wall. He's become a prolific songwriter, masterfully crafting captivating stripped down songs with clever lyrics that have won over modern outlaw country, indie-folk and pop fans across the country. Honer’s catalogue is growing fast, and his fan base even faster.

LINDSAY LOU Preview

30s

Celebrated singer-songwriter Lindsay Lou masterfully combines progressive Americana and folk with bluegrass roots. Her journey, marked by personal revelations and profound loss, is showcased on her latest solo album, Queen of Time, where she explores self-discovery and resilience.

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