The Cody Sisters band is the very heart of contemporary acoustic Folk and Bluegrass music in Colorado, the United States and the UK. Their propulsive instrumental solos and warm harmonies combine to grip the listener. Along with their bass player Will Pavilonis, sisters Megan (guitar, mandolin, vocals) and Maddie (guitar, banjo, vocals) have forged a new sound that has no equivalent match in the acoustic world today.

    As a solo performer and songwriter Shawn Cunnane’s diverse style ranges from Travis picking ballads with jazzy overtones to bluegrassy foot stompers. The unique textures he creates in his originals and interpretations are intimate and alluring. Shawn’s songs have been recorded and performed by many artists including David Grisman, Heather Lomax, and Matt Doherty. Cunnane recently landed in Boulder County, Colorado in the spring of 2018 where he has begun work on his first solo recording of original compositions.

Tricia Fox Ransom is a singer-songwriter and thought leader on lyrics and well-being. With a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology from The University of Pennsylvania and a B.A. in Music from Naropa University, Tricia has studied music and lyrics' ability to create a safe place that softens the human experience. Her capstone “Message In The Music: Do Lyrics influence well-being?” has been downloaded over 175,000 times across the world. 

Fables of the Fall is a Denver-based end-timey alternative folk quintet. Combining elements of folk-punk, chamber music, metal and more, these Denver-based troubadours of the apocalypse bring a fresh take on folk music. Starting with their atypical instrumentation and layered vocals and beholden to no genre, they create their heavy folk sound, reminiscent at times of Devotchka, Gogol Bordello or Danny Elfman with sprinkles of pirate shanties and Colorado bluegrass.

Back to the Mountain draws on the strength of the bones of traditional old time and bluegrass music as a platform to explore unique interpretations of these beloved songs. Add to that their haunting, relevant and at times heartbreaking original songs and powerful vocal performances for an entertaining and memorable Colorado music experience.

Twin fiddles, banjo, guitar, upright bass, & 3-part harmonies

Singer-songwriter Jessica Lawdan (she/her) is based in Denver, CO and has always found her way through music. As a performer classically trained in voice, she first discovered her passion for music in the bubblegum melodies of Britney Spears, the pop-punk energy of Paramore, the innocent honesty of Regina Spektor and Ingrid Michaelson, and the jazzy nostalgia of Edith Piaf and the Andrews Sisters.

Moonshine Jasmine is Pittsburgh's #1 Touring Bluesy Folk Act. Touring from NY to WY, Moonshine Jasmine has given a new definition to the idea of the "DIY Artist"

Mike Ippolito is a guitarist and singer/songwriter based out of Fort Collins, CO. He has been playing the guitar and performing for over 27 years. Through an array of influences ranging from blues, rock, jazz, funk, jam, soul and folk...Mike has formulated a rhythmic, percussive-picking style that is all his own. Hailing from Upstate NY, Mike was the lead songwriter and guitarist in his former jam-fusion project, Liquid Lounge Band, who was nominated in the "Best Jam Band" category for the 2015 Syracuse Area Music Awards.

Luminous folk group Waging Willow creates a cavernous soundscape some have described as "transportive".  Each member of Waging Willow contributes songs weaving a unique collection of folk/world sounds. Featured instruments include harmonium, guitar, handpan, banjo, world percussion, and cello. 

A blues folk duo named after the song by American folk artist Ella Jenkins, Racing With the Sun combines the magnetic songwriting and positive vibe of Nic Clark and Joe Schicke.  This project is a bit of a departure for the two local stars, but one that lovers of American roots, indie, and folk music will want to get familiar with.