Get It Played and Industry Partners Bring Five Days of Bluegrass Music, Education and Creativity to IBMA World of Bluegrass 2026

Free ballroom programming in Chattanooga features live showcases, songwriter sessions, industry panels and a one-of-a-kind fashion show, October 20–24

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Get It Played is teaming up with Turnberry Records, Huckleberry Records, Tall Oaks Music, ShugaShack Designs and The Bluegrass Standard to present five days of live music and special programming during IBMA World of Bluegrass 2026, October 20–24, at the Marriott Plaza Ballroom A and B in Chattanooga.

With a lineup spanning established bluegrass favorites, emerging artists, songwriter development, music-industry education and creative design, the programming offers fans and industry professionals multiple ways to connect with the people, ideas and music shaping the genre. All ballroom events are free, and no conference badge is required.

The week opens Tuesday, October 20, with the Get It Played Showcase featuring Crying Uncle, Kenny and Amanda Smith, The Sullivan Sisters, Nick Chandler & Delivered, Under the Rocks and Pitney Meyer.

Wednesday, October 21, brings the Turnberry Records/Huckleberry Records Official Artist Showcase, featuring Tennessee Bluegrass Band, Shelton & Williams, Donna Ulisse, The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys, Greg Blake, The Larry Stephenson Band, Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen, and Danny Paisley & The Southern Grass. That evening, the Get It Played Showcase continues with Vicki Vaughn, Kristi Cox, Olivia Jo, Becky Buller, Sister Sadie and Danica Hart.

Thursday, October 22, puts industry knowledge in the spotlight with panels on “Strategies for Airplay and Streaming Success” and “Creating Success with Radio and Media,” followed by the IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards Show.

Friday, October 23, offers a full afternoon of conversation and creativity, beginning with a panel on musician wellness, followed by a band fundamentals Q&A, “Creation, Credits & Cashflow: AI in Music,” and the Tall Oaks Music Songwriters Round. At 4:30 p.m., ShugaShack Designs takes the stage for a fashion show celebrating bold design and individual expression. The evening’s Get It Played Showcase features Southern Legacy, The Litch Brothers, Rock Hearts, Water Tower, Farayi and Special Consensus.

The programming wraps up Saturday, October 24, with an all-day Turnberry Records Showcase featuring Kevin Denney, Carolina Detour, Dave Adkins & Mountain Soul, Amanda Cook Band, Darren Nicholson Band, The Unfaithful Servants, Tennessee Bluegrass Band, Hammaville, Brad Kaylor & Mineral Bluff Revue, Tyler Griffith, Adam & Amy Pope, Jeff Daugherty, Jaelee Roberts, Alex Leach & Friends, The Asheville Mountain Boys, The David Mayfield Parade, Kings Spring Road, and Radim Zenkl & Ondra Kozák, along with additional artists to be announced.

The participating organizations bring complementary perspectives to the week. Get It Played connects artists and their music with DJs and industry professionals; Turnberry Records supports bluegrass and roots artists; Huckleberry Records contributes to the independent bluegrass music community; Tall Oaks Music champions songwriters and song publishing; ShugaShack Designs brings creative design and fashion to the program; and The Bluegrass Standard shares stories, news and perspectives from across the bluegrass world.

Together, the partners aim to create a welcoming gathering place where fans can discover artists, musicians can build connections, and the bluegrass community can exchange ideas alongside the music.

All events take place at the Marriott Plaza Ballroom A and B in Chattanooga, Tennessee. No conference badge is required for ballroom events. 

Showcase lineups and times are subject to change.