This week marks another huge loss to our community with the passing of the great blues legend John Hammond. Although he only graced Hardly Strictly once, on the Rooster Stage in 2016, he will be greatly missed. Condolences to his loving wife Marla. Photo by Mike Melnyk

Celebrate the life of John Prine with these limited screenings of “You Got Gold" at the Roxie Theater. Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 25th anniversary books will be available for purchase in the lobby before the show. Tickets: roxie.com/film/you-got... @johnprine.bsky.social #hardlystrictlybluegrass

“You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine” captures a star-studded tribute to the legendary songwriter, filmed in October 2022 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Q&A with Fiona Whelan Prine after the March 9 show! Tickets: roxie.com/film/you-got... @johnprine.bsky.social #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Our deepest condolences to Michael Tilson Thomas on the passing of his husband, Joshua Robison, pictured here in 2016, from his performance with Nancy & The Lambchops, Joshua was a lifelong devotee to the arts. His warmth and kindness will be deeply missed. #michaeltilsonthomas

Jontavious Willis joined us for the first time on the Rooster Stage last year for a heartfelt, soulful, and fun set that was just what we needed. And now you can experience it all over again, because it's now streaming on HSB TV! Watch: hardlystrictlybluegrass.vhx.tv/videos/jonta...

Big celebration coming up at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville! Tickets on sale: www.axs.com/events/10672... @opry.bsky.social

Congratulations to the HSB alumni who took home GRAMMY Awards last night! #GrammyAwards @samarajoy.bsky.social @tylerchilders.bsky.social Mavis Staples @imwithherband.bsky.social Jon Batiste

Robert Earl Keen: Texan of the Year! Well deserved. Congratulations, @robertearlkeen1.bsky.social! www.mysanantonio.com/entertainmen...

Our dear friends Wreckless Strangers have a big party coming up this Saturday at Sweetwater Music Hall to unveil their new album! Expect surprise guests and good times! @wrecklessstrangers.bsky.social sweetwatermusichall.org/event/wreckl...

The passing of Bob Weir earlier today strikes very close to home. Bobby played several times over the years, with the Waybacks, Buddy Miller and Don Was among others. Rest easy Bobby, thanks for including us in your journey. Photos: Ken Friedman @bobweir.bsky.social @donwas.bsky.social

Now streaming on HSB TV: Nashville legend Buddy Miller performing live from the Rooster Stage on Saturday Oct. 4th, 2025. Watch here! hardlystrictlybluegrass.vhx.tv/videos/buddy...

On this rainy morning around the Bay, return with us to the time SCUFF and the Eric Long Band had us all line dancing in Arrow Meadow... Photos by John Margaretten

On to 2026. We'll see you in the Park in October! Thanks for being with us in 2025, and take care of each other till we meet again. (Photo: John Margaretten )

On Sunday, we lost soul legend Don Bryant, pictured here performing on the Banjo stage with the Bo-Keys in 2017. If you were lucky enough to catch their set, you witnessed a classic return to old school R&B. Rest in peace Don.

Here's a little early Christmas present from all of us at HSB: the transcendent, amazing, never-to-be-forgotten set on the Swan Stage by Alan Sparhawk and Trampled by Turtles! Watch now! hardlystrictlybluegrass.vhx.tv/videos/alan-... @tbt-duluth.bsky.social @lowtheband.bsky.social #AlanSparhawk

We are all devastated by the passing today of singer, songwriter, guitarist and all around remarkable guy Joe Ely. Joe has been a beloved member of the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass family since the festival began 25 years ago. Rest easy, Joe. #joeely #theflatlanders

We are delighted to unveil Portals to the Past Episode 6: Texas, looking back on some legendary sets over the years with artists and songs from the Lone Star State. Now streaming on HSB TV: hardlystrictlybluegrass.vhx.tv/videos/e6-te...

When Raul Malo (pictured playing with the Mavericks in 2015) sang, most people made comparisons to velvet or chocolate. Another musical giant who left us too soon, his passing leaves another hole in our hearts. Rest in peace. Photo: Jay Blakesberg #raulmalo #themavericks

We sure do miss John Prine, but we are happy to share this big news about "You Got Gold," coming to a theater near you... www.yougotgoldmovie.com/shows @johnprine.bsky.social

We're pleased to announce that Courtney Barnett's amazing set on the Swan Stage is now streaming on HSB TV, so get on over there... @courtneybarnett.bsky.social hardlystrictlybluegrass.vhx.tv/videos/court...

Wishing you all a happy Thanksgiving. We're very thankful for you! (Photo: @jayblakesberg.bsky.social )

In a festival dominated by the world's greatest songwriters, none were ever better than our friend Todd Snider. Todd was universally beloved by anyone who had the pleasure to be in his universe. Thank you for bringing us along for the ride Todd. We'll keep you with us forever. ❤️ #toddsnider

Just a note that our Merch Store will be closing down at midnight tomorrow (Monday) night, so if there is something you've got your eye on, like for example this fine book, don't delay! hardlystrictlybluegrass.myshopify.com #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #farmfreshclothingco

It was so great to welcome The String Cheese Incident back to HSB. We are thrilled to announce that their amazing set on the Towers of Gold Stage is now streaming on HSB TV! Go here: hardlystrictlybluegrass.vhx.tv/videos/the-s... @thestringcheese.bsky.social #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #hsbtv

May we recommend a nice HSB hoodie to help keep you warm in the weeks to come. Keep the Park with you all winter... Merch Store open through October 27, but some styles and sizes are selling out, so head on over: hardlystrictlybluegrass.myshopify.com #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

And while we've got you, we'd still love to hear your thoughts on how it all went. Thanks for being part of it all! Park survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/hsbfeedbac... HSBTV survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/hsbtv2025 #hsbsurvey #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass (photo: Jay Blakesberg Photography)

So, the crowds were intense, the music was incredible, and you never got to the Merch booth. Great news! From now through October 27, the Merch store is open! hardlystrictlybluegrass.myshopify.com #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Thank you! See you next year!

Good news from the Haight Street Art Center! They've extended "The Big Twang! Hardly Strictly Bluegrass at 25," until October 26. So put it on your calendar now! haightstreetart.org/pages/the-bi... #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #thebigtwang #haightstreetart

Chuck Prophet & the Mission Express are Out of the Park this Saturday at Hopmonk Tavern in Novato with an epic cookout concert. A portion of each ticket's price benefits Sweet Relief Musicians Fund! Tickets here: www.eventim.us/event/chuck-... @chuckprophet.bsky.social @hopmonk.bsky.social

If you were with us this weekend, we'd love to hear from you. Thanks for being part of it all! Park survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/hsbfeedbac... HSBTV survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/hsbtv2025 #hsbsurvey #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass (photo: Jay Blakesberg Photography)

Good night! Thank you! Stay safe going home! See you tomorrow! #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Can't be in the Park? No problem. We're streaming all six stages on HSB TV. Link on our website, or download the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass TV app! #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #hsbtv

As you gather up your provisions for your day in the Park, consult our Info & FAQ page on our website. Here's a short excerpt, but there's lots more: hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/info-faq-2025/ #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

As we gather at the gates... Download the app, if you don't have it already. It will help! #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

We are so excited about tonight's tribute honoring Emmylou Harris and 25 years of Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, and we love this amazing poster by our friend Jon Langford. An incredible evening in store... #emmylouharris @jonlangford.bsky.social

There's a whole lot going on this weekend, and we strongly encourage you to take advantage of the HSB app to navigate it all -- who's playing next, where's the food, where are those water stations... Use the handy QR codes to download the app if you haven't already! #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Forgot something? Not to worry! The Hardly Strictly Bluegrass General Store has you covered. You'll find everything from ice, to chapstick, to sunglasses and even snacks to keep you energized through the weekend. #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #hsbgeneralstore

Hardly Strictly Bluegrass wouldn't be the same without eats from your favorite local restaurants and food vendors! Leave the cooler at home and explore all the delicious, fresh food and drinks with something for everyone. #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #hsbfood

We're having a bit of rain around the Bay today, which is a reminder to be prepared for whatever the weather may bring this weekend. Check our Info & FAQ page for those all-important details, and we'll see you in the Park! hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/info-faq-2025/ #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Wherever you are this weekend, the HSB app is your friend. Download it now! #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

A reminder from Butter not to fall for those people trying to sell you tickets to HSB. You don't need any. Just bring your good vibes to the Park and enjoy the great music! #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Just a few of the HSB artists who'll be going Out of the Park to support Sweet Relief Musicians Fund! Get the full list here: hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/out-of-the-p... #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #hsboutofthepark

So much history to look back on this year... Relive old memories and make some new ones at our retrospective sets this weekend.... #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

A very small number of of tickets to the Emmylou Harris Tribute go on sale Monday morning at 10 am Pacific. (9/29). Link emailed to our mailing list subscribers at 9:45 am. Subscribe here: hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/mailinglist/ #joanbaez @bonnieraitt.bsky.social @thewarandtreaty.bsky.social

Always a joyous highlight of HSB when they're with us, Moonalice will be sharing good vibes and good tunes Sunday, October 5, on the Swan Stage. Can't wait to see them again! #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #swanstage @moonalice.bsky.social

Meklit Hadero is taking part in a performance of the Movement Immigrant Orchestra at Yerba Buena Gardens tomorrow afternoon, and you're invited! Always different, always great. RSVP -- it's free! ybgfestival.org/event/moveme... #movementimmigrantorchestra @meklitmusic.bsky.social

A beloved HSB tradition, Buddy Miller's Cavalcade of Stars takes over the Rooster Stage for a good part of Saturday. This year, Buddy is joined by Jontavious Willis. Rosie Flores, Sam Bush, and Albert Lee. It's going to be awesome! #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

We're excited to have Jeff Tweedy back with us next week! It's going to be great... #jefftweedy #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

A reminder from our bovine avatar, Butter. As we get closer to the big weekend, you may notice people coming from nowhere offering you HSB tickets at a deep discount. As we all know, HSB is free (and also bonafide), so do not fall for this. See you in the Park! #hsb25 #hardlystrictlybluegrass