Here’s my take on “Georgia Buck.” I learned this tune from my mentor, the late Joe Thompson, whose old-time banjo tradition still inspires me every day. I’m honored to carry on his legacy through this song. Love, your #banjoauntie
Here’s a bit of “Marching Jaybird,” from Justin Robinson (@countrygentlemancooks) and my upcoming album, ‘What Did the Blackbird Say to the Crow,’ out April 18 on @NonesuchRecords. Revisiting this tune recorded by Etta Baker—one of our musical heroes and a key inspiration for making this new album—was a magical moment for Justin and me. Walking into her house, which is frozen in time, looking just like it did when she was alive, very much reminded us of women in our families; sitting in her living room and recording this piece learned from her playing—with her son listening—was pretty profound. “Marching Jaybird” is out now. You can watch the video, filmed Etta Baker’s home in Morganton, NC, by @alexeimejouev, at YouTube.com/RhiannonGiddens In addition, we have added new tour dates in July! Artist pre-sale starts tomorrow at 10am local time – see the new dates and sign up to get the code at rhiannongiddens.com/tour. Aaaand check out @biscuitsandbanjosfest today for new artist panelist announcements! #WhatDidTheBlackbirdSayToTheCrow #MarchingJaybird #EttaBaker #Banjo
‘What Did the Blackbird Say to the Crow’ is finally here! 20 years of living went into this one, and I’m very proud of it. So glad Justin Robinson (@countrygentlemancooks) could join me, and that we got to showcase where it all began: North Carolina. Shop CDs & LPs now at the link in my bio
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
The first day of the inaugural @biscuitsandbanjosfest Festival exceeded my wildest dreams. It was a beautiful day of community, and music, and dance and joy and laughter, and a beautiful set up for the weekend. Can’t wait for the rest! Photos: @karencoxphotography & @mulographynyc & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
This is the heart of America, and we are making it happen right now. Day 2 of @biscuitsandbanjosfest filled me with more love, joy, and inspiration than I could have possibly imagined. Thank you for being on this journey with us! Scroll to the last photo to see how I’m feeling right now… Photos: @mulographynyc, @karencoxphotography & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
This is the heart of America, and we are making it happen right now. Day 2 of @biscuitsandbanjosfest filled me with more love, joy, and inspiration than I could have possibly imagined. Thank you for being on this journey with us! Scroll to the last photo to see how I’m feeling right now… Photos: @mulographynyc, @karencoxphotography & @adrian_etheridge_photography (see photo tags)
New tour dates go on pre-sale at 10am local time today! Sign up to get the code at rhiannongiddens.com/tour July 11 – Tucson, AZ – Fox Tucson Theatre July 12 – Flagstaff, AZ – Pepsi Amphitheater July 14 – Santa Fe, NM – Lensic Performing Arts Center July 18 – Sonoma, CA – Green Music Center July 21 – Saratoga, CA – The Mountain Winery July 25 – Boise, ID – Egyptian Theatre July 28 – Boulder, CO – Chautauqua Park July 29 – Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre July 31 – Vail, CO – Vilar Performing Arts Center
The wait is over! I’m beyond thrilled to share the full lineup for the very first @biscuitsandbanjosfest—happening April 25-27, 2025 in Downtown Durham, NC! This festival is a love letter to the sounds, stories, and traditions that have shaped American music, and I can’t wait for y’all to experience the incredible artists and culture we’re bringing together. ✨ Joining me will be @tajmahalblues & @leylacello, @chrmcbride, @rissipalmermusic, @chocolatedrops Reunion, and SO many more phenomenal musicians, storytellers, and culture bearers. 🎶 This is about more than music—it’s about history, community, and celebration. Expect amazing performances, workshops, artist talks, and of course…biscuits. 🥰 Head to BiscuitsandBanjos.com to see the full lineup. It’s going to be something special—see you in April! #BiscuitsAndBanjosFest #BiscuitsAndBanjos2025
Win a trip to join me for a breakfast & baking hang at @biscuitsandbanjosfest in Durham, NC! Donate now for your chance to win round-trip travel, a 3-night hotel stay, weekend passes to Biscuits & Banjos in Durham, NC, from April 25, 2025 – April 27, 2025, a biscuit-baking session and breakfast hang with me, PLUS a signed banjo swag bag. Your donations support @sweetreliefmusiciansfund Fund and help musicians and music industry workers impacted by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Donate to Win: fandiem.com/biscuitsandbanjos @winwithfandiem
Hey New York! I‘m playing a free show on June 25 in Central Park. The limitless @lidopimienta will be opening. See you soon! Learn more at the link in my bio #SummerStage summerstage.org #ShareYourSummerStage
We have some more new tour dates coming up! Get more info at the link in my bio July 16 – Salt Lake City, UT – @redbuttegarden Amphitheatre July 24 – Reno, NV – Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater July 27 – Steamboat, CO – @stringsmusicfestival
Join us 4/26 for the @chocolatedrops reunion & performances from The Old-Time Revue, @newdangerfield, @niweltsumbuguitar and many other friends! Livestream tickets are now available at the link in my bio
Japan!! What an honor to be back and for making us feel right at home. It’s been so wonderful to play these past three shows with @francescoturrisimusic, @ibassnote and @kaorufue at @bluenotetokyo! Thanks for having us, Tokyo 🇯🇵 Photo by Tsuneo Koga
Japan!! What an honor to be back and for making us feel right at home. It’s been so wonderful to play these past three shows with @francescoturrisimusic, @ibassnote and @kaorufue at @bluenotetokyo! Thanks for having us, Tokyo 🇯🇵 Photo by Tsuneo Koga
I’m proud to serve on the board of @decolonizingthemusicroom, that on March 15 will present the fifth year of its Fort Worth African American Roots Music Festival @fwaamfest, started and run by @brandipacemusic. There is a burgeoning renaissance within the Black Americana, roots, old time, country — this a very important piece of cultural work that Brandi’s doing, and it needs to be supported in a way that’s commensurate with that importance. Please help support, it’s right around the corner – and we want to make this fifth year anniversary the biggest one yet! Head to fwaamfest.com for info.
