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Artist Profiles

Nectar Valley

Nectar Valley is a young and upcoming 4-piece ensemble that takes inspiration from Bluegrass, Folk, Psychedelic Rock, and Blues to create an insatiable energy that will have you grooving in no time; they’re a must-have for a festival experience. Featuring the talent of Landon Kotarek (Mandolin/vocals), Tristan Norfleet (guitar/vocals), Austin Quinton (banjo/vocals), and Ronnie Saxon (upright bass/vocals), this group has a dynamic back-and-forth that is undeniably exciting and enjoyable. Based out of the North-central Kentucky area, the group is also known for fostering an incredible community of friends who all love the state’s musical roots.

Horseshoes & Hand Grenades

After ten years, five albums, innumerable sold-out shows, and countless libations, Americana mavericks Horseshoes & Hand Grenades appropriately consider themselves a “family” on a wild, wonderful, and often whacky roller coaster. The bond between the quintet— Adam Greuel [guitar, vocals], David C. Lynch [harmonica, accordion, vocals], Collin Mettelka [fiddle, vocals], Russell Pedersen [banjo, vocals], and Samual Odin [bass, vocals]— fuels their creativity and chemistry on stage and in the studio. 

Mama said string band

Mama Said String Band— a Louisville, Kentucky-based 4 piece bringing their own brand of bluegrass with a focus on vocal harmonies and contemporary instrumentation. They produce honest songwriting that any listener can relate to. 

RESTLESS LEG STRING BAND

This group of skilled pickers has been forming and shaping itself since 2013 into a traditional-like bluegrass ensemble featuring the musical stylings of Casen Baumgardner (Guitar), Daniel Bailey (Bass), Jonathan Bramel (Banjo/Resonator), and Chris Cupp (Mandolin). They all come from different backgrounds but have a common denominator: KY roots. Their unique combination of original jam grass, party tunes, and country/rock/blues/contemporary cover songs has captured audiences all across the region and gained a reputation as a must-see festival experience.

blake gardner & the farmers

Blake Gardner & The Farmers break free of traditional norms by mixing elements of blues, reggae, hip-hop, funk, and nearly everything else under the sun.

Aaron kamm & the one drops

Hailing from St. Louis, MO, Aaron Kamm and the One Drops merge flavors of Roots Reggae, Mississippi River Blues, Improv-laced Jams, and Soulful Vocals. With their high-energy performance and unique sound, Aaron Kamm and the One Drops are a must-see.

bibelhauser brothers

Aaron has written hit songs for Dale Ann Bradley, Balsam Range, Del McCoury, Terry Baucom, Unspoken Tradition, and more. Balsam Range took their Bibelhauser original, "Blue Collar Dreams," all the way to the top in fact, earning the coveted IBMA "Song Of The Year" Award in 2017.

As an award-winning songwriter, and a multi-instrumental artist and singer, many doors have opened for Aaron over the years by way of attending songwriter conventions, workshops, retreats, and the like, which he really enjoys. He says it allows him the opportunity to do two things he loves: travel around the country and play and write music. What more could one ask for?

lowland ramblers

Bluegrass music often brings people together for impromptu sessions. These sessions slowly built the four-person progressive bluegrass band The Lowland Ramblers. With Chris Abell on guitar, the band is completed by Blythe Dahlem on mandolin, Alex Abend on double bass, and Sam Sanford on banjo. They define their sound as traditional bluegrass music with a twist.

nina

Nina Snoogans of Evansville, Indiana uses elements of outlaw country, folk & bluegrass to tell personal Ameripolitan stories of her friends, family, upbringing, and everyday surroundings. She is heavily influenced by political folk pioneers and traditionalists such as Hazel Dickens, Woody Guthrie, Ola Belle Reed, and Cisco Houston. You can stream her debut album, “Heartbroken Hoosier” on all platforms, and come buy a vial of Snoogans Snake Oil this summer at Willystock 2025.

front porch

High-energy bluegrass blended with an old-time mountain sound. Front Porch consists of Petey Wesley on banjo and fiddle, Alex Hawf on mandolin, John Henry on guitar, and Cameron Keeling on bass. Each member sings lead and harmony vocals, bringing a diverse style of authentic songwriting to their original music.

Front Porch independently released their first album "Shallow Grave" in the fall of 2023. Gaining attention across the midwest with their energetic live shows, their performances highlight their skillful instrumentation, where foot-stomping clawhammer banjo, ripping mandolin, guitar, and fiddle melodies are at the forefront of their driving sound.