The Ark316 S. MainAnn Arbor,
MI
48104United States
Jared Deck has been praised for his “powerful, beautiful voice” by Alejandro Escovedo. Raised on the dusty plains of an Oklahoma family farm, Jared worked in the fields as well as the town grocery, owned by his parents. Later he worked in an oilfield and a factory. During the Great Recession he got by with a job as a pianist in a Black church, where over the next six years, he received an unparalleled musical education. His songs tell stories in an honest voice of Midland America.
The Ark316 S. MainAnn Arbor,
MI
48104United States
There was no master plan. No label strategy. Just a spontaneous jam at Nashville’s Station Inn between a few friends—seasoned players, all women, making a little noise. But something clicked. The room lit up, the crowd roared, and Sister Sadie was born. What started as an accidental band became a force. GRAMMY-nominated. IBMA-decorated. Opry-validated. But for all the accolades, they were often reduced to one line: an all-female bluegrass band. True—but never the point. Sister Sadie has always been about the music.
The Ark316 S. MainAnn Arbor,
MI
48104United States
Mike Cooley is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter, best known as a member of the Southern rock band Drive-By Truckers. The Alabama musical style blends elements of rock, country, and Americana, and he is recognized for his sharp, evocative lyrics and distinctive guitar work. As one of the band’s primary songwriters, Cooley has written numerous iconic tracks for Drive-By Truckers, with his songs often exploring themes of personal introspection, Southern identity, and social commentary. Alongside bandmate Patterson Hood, Cooley has been a driving force behind the band’s evolution since their formation in the late 1990s, contributing to their gritty, honest sound and critical success.
The Ark316 S. MainAnn Arbor,
MI
48104United States
Finding Lucinda is a brand-new documentary that traces the early artistic journey of the iconic Lucinda Williams. The film follows Avery Hellman, who performs under the name ISMAY, on a cross-country exploration of Lucinda’s influences and legacy. Along the way, Avery sits down with Americana legends, including Buddy Miller, Charlie Sexton, Mary Gauthier — and Lucinda herself.
The Ark316 S. MainAnn Arbor,
MI
48104United States
The Kentucky Gentlemen are reshaping country and soul music with their bold, genre-blending mix of country, R&B, and pop. Twin brothers Derek and Brandon Campbell captivate audiences with a sound rooted in their Kentucky upbringing and elevated by high-energy performances. Fresh off tour with Grammy nominated group The War & Treaty and shows with Global Superstar Estelle, the duo continues to rise as dynamic voices shaping the future of country music.
The Ark316 S. MainAnn Arbor,
MI
48104United States
The Empty Pockets infuse holiday classics like “Let It Snow” and “Run Run Rudolph” with fresh blues-rock energy, while showcasing their own fun and festive originals like “Snow Day” and “Party at the North Pole.” Blending holiday cheer with songs from their #1 Billboard Blues albums, the band is hitting the road this season for a dozen exhilarating shows. They’re calling it the Snow Day Holiday Tour.
The Ark316 S. MainAnn Arbor,
MI
48104United States
Here I Am, Nashvillian songstress Alice Wallace declares on her new album, released summer 2024, via Mule Kick Records. It’s a title that hints at her deeply personal, confessional songwriting style, one that invites the listener to gaze at her beating heart as each intimate secret pours out, propelled by a powerful, expressive delivery that marks her as one of the true vocal talents of her generation.
The Ark316 S. MainAnn Arbor,
MI
48104United States
From the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska, The Wildwoods have grown into a folk/Americana trio rooted in rich harmonies and heartfelt storytelling. Formed by husband-and-wife duo Noah (guitar) and Chloe Gose (violin), and joined by longtime friend and bassist Andrew Vaggalis, the band crafts songs that feel both intimate and expansive—tales of home, hope, and the open road.
The Ark316 S. MainAnn Arbor,
MI
48104United States
Austin, Texas-based singer-songwriter and former frontman of The Ugly Americans and The Scabs, Bob Schneider is one of the most-celebrated musicians in the live music capital. Rhett Miller is perhaps best known as the frontman of the Dallas-based alt-country band the Old 97’s, although he has also pursued a critically acclaimed solo career.
