Sam Bush Brings the Newgrass Revival Home to the Ryman
They call him the King of Telluride and the father of newgrass, and when Sam Bush plugs in his mandolin at the Ryman Auditorium on June 30, you'll understand why. A living link between bluegrass tradition and everything that came after it, Bush brings a lifetime of barrier-breaking music to the Mother Church.
Who Is Sam Bush?
Sam Bush helped invent a genre. As a founder of the New Grass Revival, he took the speed and virtuosity of bluegrass and fused it with rock, jazz, and reggae, opening the music up to a whole new world of possibility. A monster mandolin and fiddle player, he's spent decades as one of the most respected and in-demand musicians in roots music — a festival headliner, a sideman to the stars, and a bandleader whose own shows are legendary for their energy and improvisation.
What Makes This Show Special
A Sam Bush concert is a high-octane affair — jaw-dropping picking, deep grooves, and a band that follows him fearlessly into extended jams. He plays with the joy of someone who still loves every minute on stage, and his shows draw everyone from old-school bluegrass purists to jam-band fans. Seeing him in a seated room like the Ryman lets the musicianship really shine while the energy still fills the hall.
The Venue: Ryman Auditorium
For roots music, there's no more hallowed ground than the Ryman. Built in 1892 and home to the Grand Ole Opry for decades, its warm, natural acoustics were practically made for acoustic string music. Bush has a long history with Nashville's music community, and a hometown-feeling show at the Mother Church is the kind of night fans circle on the calendar.
Know Before You Go
The Ryman is downtown at 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N, just off Lower Broadway. Doors typically open about an hour before showtime. Parking is plentiful in the surrounding downtown garages and lots, and you're surrounded by great places to eat before the music starts. Arrive early and take in the room.
Get Your Tickets
For anyone who loves bluegrass, jam music, or simply world-class playing, Sam Bush at the Ryman is essential. Tickets are available now — reserve your seats for June 30.
