2026 Line up (so far)
Remedy Tree – Florida
Unspoken Tradition – North Carolina
Union City Council Band – Washington
Hemlock Revival – Washington
Runaway Train (host band) – Washington
Bar-K Buckaroos (country dance) – Oregon
Porch Pickin’ (OR)
More band info coming soon
We’ll be bringing back the band scramble in 2026.
More band bios and photos coming soon!
Remedy Tree
Florida’s Americana ensemble Remedy Tree has achieved notable success, securing second place at the prestigious SPBGMA National Band Championship. They’ve sold out most of their Summer tour and have hit ticket sales milestones. Following their signing with Mountain Fever Records in 2024, the band has performed internationally, showcasing their talents at Ireland’s Westport Folk and Bluegrass Festival, and they’re headed to England later this year as well. Remedy Tree has shared the stage with legendary artists such as Peter Rowan, The Steeldrivers, Ricky Skaggs, Town Mountain, Rhonda Vincent, and Della Mae. As a selected 2023 IBMA Ramble Showcase band, they have demonstrated their prowess within the industry. Midway through 2025, with a new album and larger shows on the horizon, Remedy Tree is experiencing a breakout year.
Remedy Tree, founded by Gabriel and Abigail Acevedo in 2015, had a strong indie-folk sound in its inception. As time progressed, Remedy Tree added a banjo player and was subsequently thrust into a bluegrass trajectory. Gabriel Acevedo was born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, and was raised in rural Umatilla, Florida. His Puerto Rican heritage and upbringing provide an outsider’s approach to the genre. Abigail was raised in folk and old-time music circles and traveled with her family band throughout her teen years. The addition of Isaac Taylor and Nathan Beaumont, along with their deep roots in bluegrass tradition, elevates and bonds the music closer, further blossoming the Remedy Tree sound. An original music band at heart, Remedy Tree combines the love for bluegrass, an Appalachian old-time spirit, and the folk melodies that started it all, creating a truly unique Americana experience that provides a fresh perspective into where bluegrass is headed in the future.
“The future for this band will not look like anything you’ve seen to date because they are cutting their own path to success.”
Orlando Weekly said “They are a string band that manage sweet, strolling folk songs and greased-lightning bluegrass burners with equal aplomb.
“Remedy Tree from St. Augustine was a pleasant surprise. I had not seen this band before. They bill themselves as a mix of bluegrass, old time, and Americana with a progressive edge. They are all of this and more, but are far more traditional sounding than they give themselves credit for. Give this band a listen when you get the chance.” — Bluegrass Today
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Unspoken Tradition
Inspired by their own influences and the roots of traditional and newgrass music, North Carolina–based quintet Unspoken Tradition channels a sound that is both impassioned and nostalgic—equal parts hard-driving fire and heartfelt sincerity. Their music carries the soul of Appalachian storytelling.
The band’s songwriting and sound have connected deeply with audiences, earning a string of chart-topping success: #1 positions in Bluegrass Today for “Weary Town,” “Weeds Don’t Wither,” “California,” and “Dark Side of the Mountain,” alongside “Irons in the Fire” (#2) and “Carolina and Tennessee” (#4). As Mountain Home Recording artists, their albums have also debuted as high as #5 on the Billboard charts, further cementing their place among today’s most vital bluegrass voices.
Unspoken Tradition’s material reflects the evolving culture of Western North Carolina, the place they proudly call home. Their songs echo the resilient spirit of Appalachia, while pushing the boundaries of modern roots music. This has earned them a devoted following, first in the Southeast with sold-out shows in Charlotte, Raleigh and Asheville, NC, Nashville’s legendary Station Inn, and now growing nationwide as their résumé includes multiple performances on the coveted Watson Stage at MerleFest, Grey Fox and Earl Scruggs fests, and countless performing arts centers and festivals.
With heavy airplay on SiriusXM’s Bluegrass Junction and ever-growing streaming numbers, Unspoken Tradition is a fast-rising voice for a new generation of roots music artists. Fueled by passion, craft and authenticity, they continue to bring their music to audiences across the country.
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The Union City Council, based out of the South Puget Sound and Hood Canal area, is a quintet recently formed out of a mutual love for traditional bluegrass. Mixing elements of old-time mountain, fiddle, blues, gospel, jazz, and folk, they deliver a sensational, high-energy performance. Featuring Guy Demartino and Greg Linder on steel-string acoustic guitars, Donald Strand on the dobro & mandolin, Martin Strand on bass, and Gwendolyn Taylor on the fiddle. Each of the members comes from a diverse musical background, allowing them to weave their individual experience and approach to traditional bluegrass in a creative way. Along with vocal harmonies and skillful instrumentation, the Union City Council is sure to please any audience!
Hemlock Revival
A six-piece band rooted in deep, down-home pickin’ and mountain-high harmonies, Hemlock Revival is the PNW’s newest bluegrass supergroup. Formed at an Outlanders jam, this band brings together a shared love of tradition and innovation. Their sound draws from progressive acts like Mighty Poplar and East Nash Grass, while staying grounded in the classic drive of The Johnson Mountain Boys and The Osborne Brothers. From tasteful traditional tunes to fresh renewed renderings, Hemlock Revival’s dynamic musicianship will keep your toes tapping and ears engaged. An up and coming band in Seattle, they’ve performed at many venues, including a showcase at Wintergrass.
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Runaway Train Bluegrass
Like strong traditional bluegrass with an edge to it? Then you’ll like Runaway Train Bluegrass! This band is known for tight harmonies and clean pickin’. A Pacific Northwest mainstay for many years, they perform on special occasions when time and availability permits. They’re the host band for Bluegrass from the Forest festival and they also play an important role in helping to get the festival going every year.
Greg Linder – Guitar & vocals – Union, WA
Kent Powell – Bass & vocals – Tacoma, WA
Nolan Ewell – Mandolin & vocals – Federal Way, WA
John Bennett – Fiddle & vocals – Maltby, WA
Tom Keeney – Banjo – Seattle, WA
The Bar-K Buckaroos – The Host Band for the Saturday Night Country Dance
The Bar-K Buckaroos play traditional western swing dance music in the style of Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys. They bring their love of Bluegrass, Country and Swing, Jazz, Blues and Raggae’ to form a great evening of western swing and 20-40’s era swing music.
This year, the Bar-Ks will perform on the main stage as well as hosting the Saturday Night Country Dance.
The band, based on the north coast of Oregon is made up of:
Brad Griswold – Guitar & vocals
Dave Quinton – Bass & vocals
Richard Thomasian – Lead Guitar and vocals
Tom Peake – Percussion
Scott Wagner – Trumpet
Barbara Collins – Fiddle
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Porch Pickin’
Most fair-weather evenings, you will find these fellas making music in one of Portland’s most unique and magical locations: The Circle Park and Gardens at the center of the Ladd’s Addition neighborhood. Neighborhood folks throw open their front doors and scramble for chairs to hear Porch Pickin’. The friendship they share with traditional songs and new licks will keep you on the edge of your porch.
Larry Ullman – Bass
Rez Asgari – Mandolin
Sam Rice – Banjo
Fred Coates – Guitar