Grassland is excited to announce a show opening for The Amy Ray Band!  The show happens at The 40 Watt Club in Athens, Ga on Thursday July 11, 2026.  As a special treat, John Keane, who produced the new album “Patches” will join the band for several songs.

Grassland began their journey in late 2012. Beginning as a bluegrass duo, then soon after as a trio with a drummer, the pieces began to fall into place and Grassland was born. A few years later, the band had grown into a multi-generational six-piece band that included members with backgrounds in classical organ, bass, jazz guitar, banjo and violin. This diversity created a jazz-folk-pop and bluegrass influenced, improvisational live performance style -a hybrid the group calls Amerigrass. Now a widely-recognized seven-piece band entering its 13th year with four albums, the band is celebrating the release it’s fifth album (March 4) titled “Patches”. Produced and engineered by John Keane, the album’s 13 original songs embody Grassland’s signature style, offering something for every listener. The album showcases a rich tapestry of instrumentation—from banjo, fiddle and a mandolin to the electric guitar, the drums, the keys and even accordion.. The singers take turns on lead vocals, contributing heartfelt songwriting and intricate harmonies. It’s jazzy, bluesy, soulful, country, cajun and rock. It’s something much more, something modern and amorphous. It’s music that crosses generations, crosses genres, and will cross your soul.

Join Grassland, with a special guest appearance by John Keane, as they kick off an unforgettable celebration opening for the Amy Ray Band!