Under The Big Sky reveals line-up for 2020

Press release

After drawing over 30,000 people to its debut 2019 edition, Under The Big Sky has revealed the line-up for its 2020 festival, returning to the picture-perfect Big Mountain Ranch July 2020.

Under The Big Sky will showcase the very best in Americana, folk, alt-country and rock across two stages in the heart of one of America’s most unspoiled and pristine regions of natural wilderness. The festival pairs cutting-edge, emerging voices and talents with musical icons, creating a unique showcase for the diverse strains of American music today.

New for this year will be a camping option within 2 miles of the property with shuttle service running to and from the festival site. A bike valet will also be available on-site.

Under The Big Sky is held on Big Mountain Ranch, a 350 acre working ranch located just over a mile east of the city limits of Whitefish. Whitefish’s local music venues will again host intimate post-fest events with artists playing the festival.

The ranch has 180 degree views of Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort. Accompanying the musical programming will be a rough stock rodeo produced by Brash Rodeo as well as trail riding opportunities in and around the ranch.

Alabama-native Jason Isbell leads the line-up, sharing the songs that have seen him win four Grammys.

He’s joined by EmmyLou Harris, a name that needs no introduction, a giant in country music, with Grammy wins in each of the last five decades.

Tyler Childers is a major star following the release of his LP “Country Squire,” steeped in the deep traditions of Kentucky bluegrass and country.

Head And The Heart are a Seattle band have charted an ever upward trajectory that has seen them push beyond the constraints of genre and emerge as one of the most unique American voices in modern pop.

Brothers Osborn is a rising force in country music, whose potent no-bull mixture of rambunctious Southern rock and traditional balladry, has seen them become critic’s darlings and fan favorites.

Canada will be represented by several acts on the line-up including Colter Wall, a husky, baritone whose Western music from the prairies of Saskatchewan encompass traditional folk and country. while Lukas Nelson will bring his Californian country rock to Montana, following his successful turn co-writing and producing much of the Oscar-winning soundtrack for “A Star Is Born.”

While championing boundary-pushing established names, Under The Big Sky also is bringing voices that are helping to re-invigorate and re-define American music.

Billy Strings is one of bluegrass’ rising stars, an electrifying guitarist and frontman whose presence and talent belies his young age.

Charleston husband-and-wife duo Shovels & Rope are pushing the boundaries of what folk can be, appealing to genre purists, but also mining folk traditions and history with a view to upset convention and create something that feels entirely new.

Jade Bird, a 21-year-old United Kingdom artist, notched a 2018 Billboard Alt No.1 last year with “Lottery” and followed that with her debut LP “Jade Bird” this year.

Further down the line-up is Whitney Rose, one of Canada’s emerging talents, a country classicist with a tremble in her voice.

String quartet Mipso, working within tradition, but bringing contemporary arrangements and song-writing to re-define what an Americana band means today.

Others in the lineup are Texans Paul Cauthen and Charley Crockett, the California songwriter The White Buffalo, Nashville’s Lilly Hiatt, the punk influenced Jade Jackson, New Jersey country duo Archertown and the riotous returning favorites Hogslop String Band.

Under the Big Sky will also continue its commitment to championing local music talent. Montana’s Lil Smokies and Swagar & Co. return along with Alberta’s Corb Lund, stompgrass favorites Laney Lou & The Bird Dogs, Whitefish’s Snowghost, local funk band 20 Grand, singer songwriter Nick Spear and rock band Badger Hound round out the Big Sky artists on the bill.

Under The Big Sky is an all-ges event, with free entry for children younger than 6. Food and beverage will be a curated collaboration between notable Whitefish restaurateur Pat Carloss and Best Beverage Catering. VIP experiences and seating will be offered, with a bespoke VIP food and beverage program.

Tickets go on sale online noon Tuesday at https://www.underthebigskyfest.com .