As the days get longer, the nights at Pickathon start to take shape. This week’s PICK26 is where things stretch out, get loud, and lean a little weirder. From country-gaze to punk-fueled string bands and hypnotic one-man orchestras, this next wave of artists is built for those late-night wanderings through the woods.
While you’re digging in, two quick updates:
Vendor applications for Pickathon 2026 are officially open.
If you’ve been thinking about joining us on the farm, now’s the time to apply.
Round 2 of the lineup is coming soon.
More artists, more discovery, more reasons to get lost out here.
Start exploring, lock in your plans, and we’ll see you this summer.
Florry
COUNTRY-GAZE
Florry is inventing a genre. They take the twang and fiddles of country music but play them with the volume and fuzz of a shoegaze band. It’s loud, joyous, and totally unique.
WHY WE PICKED THEM
The future of twang. We booked Florry because they break the rules. They prove that country music can be punk, loud, and weird.
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Hogslop String Band
BACKWOODS MAYHEM
They look like a traditional string band, but they play with the energy of The Ramones. Based in Nashville, they are one of the most entertaining live acts on the circuit, mixing square dance rhythms with wild stage antics.
WHY WE PICKED THEM
The riot. We booked them because the festival needs a hoedown. It’s impossible not to have fun at their set.
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Hannah Frances
GUITAR VIRTUOSO
Hannah Frances is a force of nature. Her guitar playing is intricate and percussive, and her voice is a powerhouse. She writes sprawling, progressive folk songs that demand your full attention.
WHY WE PICKED THEM
The “Wow” factor. We booked her because she is technically mind-blowing. Watching her play is a reminder of what one person and a guitar can do.
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Rumbo Tumba
ONE-MAN ORCHESTRA
Using loops, wooden instruments, and native South American sounds, Rumbo Tumba builds massive, danceable soundscapes all by himself. It’s organic techno made with wood and skin.
WHY WE PICKED THEM
The hypnotist. We booked him because it’s a magic trick. You won’t believe one person is making all that sound.
🎧 LISTEN ON THE PICKATHON 2026 PLAYLIST
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The Onlies
OLD TIME WITH PUNK ENERGY
The Onlies are a “young” band that has been playing together for 20 years. They grew up in the scene, learning directly from the masters, and now they are the masters. They play traditional Old Time fiddle tunes with the ferocious, sweaty energy of a garage rock band. It’s music that feels ancient but moves with a modern, ripping drive.
WHY WE PICKED THEM
We love artists who respect tradition enough to break it. The Onlies don’t treat Old Time music like a museum piece; they treat it like a living, breathing language. We booked them because they possess a rare ability to whip a crowd into a frenzy using nothing but acoustic instruments.
