Lonesome River Band

Bear on the Square Mountain Festival kicks-off this year with a special concert by Lonesome River Band. Since its formation decades ago, Lonesome River Band continues its reputation as one of the most respected names in bluegrass music.

Five-time International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Banjo Player of the Year, and winner of the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass, Sammy Shelor leads the group that is constantly breaking new ground in acoustic music. With two stellar lead vocalists, Jesse Smathers (guitar) and Adam Miller (mandolin), and the impressive talents of Mike Hartgrove (fiddle) and Kameron Keller (bass), the band seamlessly comes together, performing the trademark sound that fans continue to embrace.