WHAT IS AMERICANA
MUSIC ANYWAY?

We won’t try to define Americana -
but you know it when you hear it.

It’s storytelling through country, folk, blues, and rock,
and The Center has long been a home for it.

From Lyle Lovett and Allison Russell to Watchhouse and The Wood Brothers,
we’ve welcomed legends and rising stars alike.

This summer and fall, don’t miss a lineup as rich, raw, and real as the music itself.

IF YOU LOVE SONGS THAT MEAN SOMETHING
THESE ARE THE SHOWS TO CATCH! 

Rising stars to watch! Eilen Jewell blends Western swing and vintage soul into something that feels timeless! Kimmi Bitter opens with her retro-Americana twang - This show is one for fans of throwback heartbreakers.

A true Texas songwriting legend, Robert Earl Keen is a must-see moment for fans of witty, wide-open-road narratives. Kolton Moore brings a new generation’s voice to the mix, full of raw heart and Southern honesty.

Bluegrass grit meets soulful vocals in this Grammy-winning band that launched Chris Stapleton. Their songs are dark, romantic, and deeply human. This is Americana with bite. Expect firecracker playing and lyrics that hit home.

Steve Earle is Americana royalty - a songwriter, activist, and teacher whose songs helped define the genre. Joelton Mayfield opens with a fresh take that still nods to the old school. Come ready for truth-telling, twang, and a few surprises.

Known from Nashville and Outer Banks, Charles Esten brings star power and heartfelt storytelling to the stage.

His songs are radio-ready with roots-deep lyrics - polished, but still personal.

One of the most powerful live acts on the scene, this husband-wife duo blends gospel, soul, and Americana into a full-body experience. Their harmonies will give you chills, and their love for the music is infectious. Don’t sleep on this one.

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