The Briars are a Chattanooga based Americana duo featuring Jerris Schmidt and Robert Lovett, each sharing lead and harmony vocals, and each on guitar and percussion. The two also write, both separately and collaboratively, and the results are sure to please anyone who appreciates modern, melodic songs with acoustic textures rooted in traditional American music. They have been well-received in live appearances and online, and have received radio acclaim on WUTC’s “River City Sessions”, and two “Live at the Library” sessions on the same Chattanooga station. Their first full length album, “Feet”, showcases their abilities as writers and performers, and brings life and color to the different styles of their songs. Vocal harmonies are the bow that ties everything together. The joy of working together truly comes through when they share their heartfelt, homemade music. They also enjoy covering favorite artists, such as Brandi Carlile, Bob Dylan, Hank Williams, and Gillian Welch. It all adds up to a warm live music experience, and the fruit of this duo’s labor of love continues to open up and grow, taking them to festivals, coffee houses, concert venues, restaurants, bars, private events, and everywhere people are listening.

Amber is a singer-songwriter from Chattanooga, TN. She plays venues regionally and has headlined several festivals in the Chattanooga area. She writes, records and co-produces her own music which fits into the Indie Pop-Rock Genre.

Fresh Mind is a Reggae Rock band that will have you dancing and rocking away to their genre mixing sound. Whether it’s a deep Reggae cut or a recent Pop anthem they will bring the energy and the vibe.

A vocalist with a variety of musical arrangements ranging from jazz standards and soul to classic and contemporary pop, country, and indie-ambient music.

Matt Downer, from Chattanooga TN, performs traditional old time music on fiddle, banjo and guitar. Growing up on Sand Mountain, AL, he learned to play music from his grandfather and the elder musicians of the area. A veteran performer, he has played at various venues and festivals including – Rock City, Tivoli, Nightfall, Riverbend and the International Stringband Festival, performing with legendary artists such as – Carolina Chocolate Drops, Pokey Lafarge, Jack Rose, Michael Hurley and Norman Blake. His most recent album was recorded without electricity, directly to wax cylinders, on a 1906 Edison Gramophone at the MTSU Center For Popular Music. A performance by Matt is a trip back in time to the “good old days” of early American music.

Maria Jordania has been a musical force in Chattanooga for several years. Her sound is constantly evolving, from the cool jazz and funk sounds of Smooth Dialects, to one of the voices behind Tennessee’s Dead. As a fan, you don’t want to look away because you might just miss the next installment of Maria’s fascinating career. A commanding stage presence, fashion icon when she walks in a room, a Maria Jordania (LVNDR) is a show not to be missed.

Singer/songwriter Ryan Oyer was raised on the sounds of the 60’s British Invasion and 90’s Britpop. This prolific writer has released 6 albums and 3 EP’s in just over a decade. He is currently finishing ‘You Are Here’ the follow up to his self recorded (on his iPhone!) ‘Rise & Shine’ his most honest work to date.
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​The work of singer-songwriter Ryan Oyer is intrinsically tied to personal experience and emotional connection. Oyer joyfully embraces his own history to inform the spaces within his music and uses the resulting rhythmic roar as a way to connect with his audience. Universal sentiment and intimate insight are irrevocably intertwined within a landscape of folk-rock rurality and indie rock tenacity. Wistfully exploring the same environments as fellow storytellers Jeff Tweedy and Jim James, he conjures comfortable evenings situated around campfires and loses himself within the lulling ease of front porch singalongs.
​-Joshua Pickard “The Southern Sounding”

Blending pop, R&B, and soul, Paul Childers is leading a new breed of singer/songwriters and guitarists. Hailing from Nashville, he finds a way to blur the lines cast between Stevie Ray Vaughan and Hendrix styles of guitar playing, a Motown rhythm section, and pop vocal melodies.

Childers was selected by Acmeville Records as the debut artist on their label, which features live recordings from the Nashville music hotspot. Touring nationally and internationally since 2017, Childers has opened for Vince Gill and Robert Cray, Leann Rimes, and has played the guitars of Chuck Berry, B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Jimi Hendrix in tribute.

Kathy is a musician with The TN Ruminators.

New Grass Express is a popular band based out of Chattanooga, Tennessee, who began their extraordinary journey playing bluegrass music together in 2011. This energetic group of very experienced musicians/singers play hard-driving contemporary and traditional Bluegrass/Gospel music capturing the very essence of the bluegrass genre’ and beyond.
Additionally, their sincere gospel message along with their “honor tribute” to all Veterans and Active-Duty Service members alike, sets them apart as a musical group during each and every performance. Their distinctive harmonies, coupled with their “fast pickin” undoubtedly makes even the staunchest of listeners tap their toes and smile. Their intention is to touch hearts, lift spirits and hopefully take the audience away from the world’s stresses that encompass everyday life.

Sweet Georgia Sound (SGS) is a 20-member ensemble that has played in the Chattanooga area since 1994. Sweet Georgia Sound has brought both traditional and contemporary big band music to weddings, fund raisers and civic events for over 20 years. SGS plays frequently at the Chattanooga Market and has performed multiple times at the annual Riverbend downtown Chattanooga music festival.

Beginning May 1st, Saturday mornings will start off with free yoga at 10:00 am under the River Journey Pavilion. BYOM (bring your own mat) and enjoy the Chattanooga Community Yoga class along the beautiful Tennessee River.

Beginning May 1st, Saturday mornings will start off with free yoga at 10:00 am under the River Journey Pavilion. BYOM (bring your own mat) and enjoy the Chattanooga Community Yoga class along the beautiful Tennessee River.

Beginning May 1st, Saturday mornings will start off with free yoga at 10:00 am under the River Journey Pavilion. BYOM (bring your own mat) and enjoy the Chattanooga Community Yoga class along the beautiful Tennessee River.

Beginning May 1st, Saturday mornings will start off with free yoga at 10:00 am under the River Journey Pavilion. BYOM (bring your own mat) and enjoy the Chattanooga Community Yoga class along the beautiful Tennessee River.