An underground newgrass act.
The Fretliners are a band defined by their songwriting—stories carried by powerful harmonies, dynamic arrangements, and a sound that feels both timeless and new. Their music leans into the tradition of acoustic string instruments but reaches well beyond genre, resonating with listeners through honesty and craft. In 2023, they swept both the Telluride Bluegrass and RockyGrass band competitions—an achievement matched only once before. That fall, their debut self-titled album earned widespread acclaim, praised for its originality and heartfelt lyricism. With songs that balance tradition and innovation, The Fretliners continue to chart a bold path forward, creating music that connects as deeply on record as it does on stage.
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The Fretliners play progressive bluegrass and newgrass, blending traditional acoustic string arrangements with heartfelt modern songwriting.
The Fretliners are based in Boulder, Colorado.
They are famously known for sweeping both the Telluride Bluegrass and RockyGrass band competitions in 2023.
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