NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The heart of Americana beats loudest in Music City, and this year, it’s about to roar. The Americana Music Association has announced a dazzling lineup of performers and presenters for its 24th Annual Americana Honors & Awards, set to take place on September 10, 2025, at Nashville’s legendary Ryman Auditorium.
This annual celebration has become one of the most anticipated nights in roots music, honoring artists who embody the authentic storytelling and rich traditions that define Americana.
A Reunion Worth the Wait
The night promises history in the making with the return of John Fogerty, marking his first performance at the Americana Honors & Awards since receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award for Songwriting back in 2009.
Adding even more star power, Emmylou Harris, the 2002 Lifetime Achievement recipient and a cornerstone of Americana, will take the stage alongside Daniel Lanois, whose groundbreaking Wrecking Ball album celebrates its 30th anniversary this year and a recent induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
The Roster: Legends, Icons & Rising Stars
This year’s performers represent the past, present, and future of Americana, with a mix of chart-toppers, underground favorites, and fearless newcomers:
Darrell Scott
Dawes
Gillian Welch & David Rawlings
I’m With Her
JD McPherson
Jesse Welles
Joe Henry
John C. Reilly
Joy Oladokun
Maggie Antone
Maggie Rose
Margo Price
The McCrary Sisters
Medium Build
Nathaniel Rateliff
Noeline Hofmann
Old 97’s
These artists promise a night of unforgettable performances, blending tradition with bold, new sounds.
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Hosts & Honorary Voices
Bringing wit and warmth to the evening, John C. Reilly returns as host. He’ll be joined by an all-star list of presenters who represent the spirit and diversity of Americana:
Brandi Carlile, Rosanne Cash, Rodney Crowell, Hayes Carll, Valerie June, Ann Powers, Chuck Prophet, Ruston Kelly, Tift Merritt, S.G. Goodman, Matt Quinn, Kelsey Waldon, and William Prince.
Behind the Music: Buddy Miller’s All-Star Band
The ceremony’s powerhouse performances will be guided by Buddy Miller, back at the helm of the Americana All-Star Band, featuring:
Don Was, The McCrary Sisters, Fred Eltringham, Jen Gunderman, Jim Hoke, and Larry Campbell.
Awards, Broadcasts & AmericanaFest
The evening will include the announcement of this year’s coveted “Of the Year” winners, including Album, Artist, Duo/Group, Emerging Act, Instrumentalist, and Song of the Year, along with the unveiling of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Honorees.
How to Watch & Listen:
Live Stream: NPR’s YouTube channel & Americana Music Association’s Facebook page
Time: 6:30 p.m. CT / 7:30 p.m. ET on September 10
Radio Simulcasts: SiriusXM Outlaw Country and Nashville stations WRLT, WSM, WMOT
Televised Broadcast: Later this November in the Austin City Limits TV slot
Buy Your Pass at https://americanamusic.org/americanafest/passes/
The Honors & Awards serve as the marquee event of AMERICANAFEST, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year with five days of music, panels, and showcases across 50+ Nashville venues, from September 9–13, 2025.
