The Americana Music Association has announced the performers for the 25th annual Americana Honors & Awards, set for Wednesday, Sept. 16 at theRyman Auditorium in Nashville. More Entertainment News
This year’s ceremony will include a special tribute to Dolly Parton, who will be recognized as a Lifetime Achievement Honoree for her influence on roots music, including country, folk, bluegrass, and gospel. A special performance will honor Parton’s life and legacy following her death in August.
Robert Plant will also receive a Lifetime Achievement Award and return to the Ryman stage for a special performance. Plant previously received the Americana Album of the Year award in 2011 for Band of Joy.
The evening’s lineup will also include performances from Brandi Carlile, Margo Price, Molly Tuttle, I’m With Her, S.G. Goodman, Flatland Cavalry, Jesse Welles, Kathleen Edwards, Kashus Culpepper, Mon Rovîa, Boy Golden, Crowe Boys and Ken Pomeroy.
The Milk Carton Kids will return as hosts, while Buddy Miller will once again serve as musical director for the Americana All-Star Band. The band will feature Don Was, Larry Campbell, Fred Eltringham, Jen Gunderman, Jim Hoke and The McCrary Sisters.
Doors open at 5 p.m., with the awards show beginning at 6:30 p.m.
The ceremony will stream live on NPR’s YouTube channel and the Americana Music Association’s Facebook page. Live audio will also be available on SiriusXM’s Outlaw Country and locally on WRLT 100.1 FM, WSM 650 AM and WMOT 89.5 FM.
An edited version of the ceremony is scheduled to air in the Austin City Limits time slot on Nov. 21.
The Americana Honors & Awards is the signature event of AMERICANAFEST, which takes place Sept. 15-19 at more than 40 venues across Nashville.
Over its history, the awards show has featured memorable appearances from artists including Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, Mavis Staples, Van Morrison, George Strait, Emmylou Harris, John Prine, Bonnie Raitt, Gregg Allman, Mumford & Sons and Alabama Shakes.
Tickets for the Americana Honors & Awards are on sale now.
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