SISTER SADIE
Sister Sadie is a force to be reckoned with in the bluegrass genre and beyond. Formed serendipitously during a one-off jam session at Nashville’s legendary Station Inn, the group’s undeniable chemistry transformed a casual collaboration into a full-time powerhouse.
Today, Sister Sadie is celebrated for their electrifying performances, stellar musicianship and the seamless blend of tradition and innovation they bring to bluegrass music. The band is composed of six supremely talented musicians, each with a rich history of individual achievements that elevate the collective magic of Sister Sadie.
Sister Sadie has released three critically acclaimed albums. Their debut, Sister Sadie (2016), introduced their masterful musicianship to the world, while Sister Sadie II (2018) solidified their reputation as one of the leading acts in bluegrass. That release, Sister Sadie II, was a watershed moment, earning a Grammy nomination for “Best Bluegrass Album.
The band has also claimed the IBMA Vocal Group of the Year award three times, in 2019, 2020 and 2021, highlighting their exceptional harmonies and innovative arrangements, as well as Entertainer of the Year in 2020.
In 2024, Sister Sadie released their long-awaited third release, No Fear, marking a triumphant return for Sadie, blending their bold artistry with the energy and resilience that have defined the group through the years.
From “Diane,” a spirited country cover debuted at the IBMA Awards in 2023 to the chart-topping, Ashley McBryde-written “Willow,” No Fear has proven that Sister Sadie is stronger than ever, showcasing deep artistry and a fearless spirit that makes them a leading voice in bluegrass today - and ultimately presented the band with their second Grammy nomination, once again for “Best Bluegrass Album.”
With a shared passion for their craft and a dedication to excellence, Sister Sadie is more than a band—they are a movement, carrying the torch for bluegrass music into the future while honoring its rich traditions.
More information:
https://www.sistersadieband.com/
FOREIGN LANDERS
The line of the traditional song from which The Foreign Landers take their name captures something of what makes this Transatlantic folk duo’s story so compelling. Mandolinist David Benedict grew up in South Carolina while Tabitha Agnew Benedict started playing 5-string banjo at a young age in her homeland of Northern Ireland. They spent their early years playing the same music, gazing at the same stars, yet still so far away from each other. But today Tabitha and David are carving their own path in the acoustic music world together, drawing on their unique international heritage to create something new.
Individually these two are no foreigners to music. Before forming their duo, Tabitha performed with BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award finalists Cup O’Joe from Northern Ireland, and Island Records signed British bluegrass band Midnight Skyracer. While in Nashville, David toured with Grammy-nominated, 10-time International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Bass Player of the Year Award recipient Missy Raines, and later, in Boston, with 2020 IBMA New Artist of the Year Award recipient Mile Twelve. These opportunities led to both Tabitha and David receiving Instrumentalists of Year Momentum Awards from the IBMA as well.
https://www.theforeignlanders.com/
You may also like the following events from Blue Ridge Music Center:
- This Sunday, 3rd August, 02:00 pm, Jason Phillips & Friends performing at Mabry Mill (BRP-Milepost 176, Meadows of Dan, VA) in Meadows Of Dan
- Next Sunday, 10th August, 02:00 pm, The Glenwood Choppers performing at Doughton Park . Bluffs (BRP - Milepost 241, Laurel Springs, NC) in Laurel Springs
- This month, 17th August, 12:00 pm, Keith Goggin performing at Mabry Mill (BRP-Milepost 176, Meadows of Dan, VA) in Meadows Of Dan
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