Big Ears Festival returns to Knoxville, Tennessee from March 26-29, 2026, featuring an eclectic lineup of over 200 artists spanning folk, rock, jazz, country, and funk genres. The festival showcases headliners Flying Lotus, John Zorn, Laurie Anderson, David Byrne, and Robert Plant, bringing together acclaimed performers from the United States, United Kingdom, Denmark, and Ireland. This diverse four-day music event offers attendees the opportunity to experience both established legends and innovative artists across multiple genres in Tennessee's vibrant music scene.
Featured Artists
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David Byrne
Arbutus, Maryland
Robert Plant
West Bromwich, England
Moin
London, England
Cleo Reed
New York, New York
Cécile McLorin Salvant
Miami, Florida
S.G. Goodman
Hickman, Kentucky
Nate Smith
Chesapeake, Virginia
Richard Thompson
London, England
Madison Cunningham
Los Angeles, California
Cymande
London, England
Fine
Copenhagen, Denmark
Orcutt Shelley Miller
Los Angeles, California
Perfume Genius
Des Moines, Iowa
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