Big Ears Festival Reveals Daily Lineups for 2024 Event Featuring Music Icons

The Big Ears Festival, known for its eclectic and ambitious programming, has recently announced the day-to-day schedule for its 2024 festival edition. A diverse array of headlining artists includes jazz legends, folk luminaries, and rock icons. Among them are the celebrated pianist Herbie Hancock, roots music storyteller Rhiannon Giddens, innovative indie artist Adrianne Lenker from Big Thief, multimedia artist Laurie Anderson, and Led Zeppelin's legendary bassist John Paul Jones.

Daily Schedule Highlights

Kicking off on Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Adrianne Lenker and Charles Lloyd occupy the spotlight. The following day brings a thrilling combination of performances from Laurie Anderson & Sexmob, Rhiannon Giddens, and John Paul Jones. Saturday's attendees will be treated to the sounds of Herbie Hancock, Kronos Quartet, and Digable Planets, while Sunday draws the festival to a close with Jon Batiste and the Silk Road Ensemble featuring Rhiannon Giddens.

Tickets and Pass Information

Fans eager to immerse themselves in Big Ears' sonic adventures can secure festival passes, although many have already sold out, including the 4-Day Sonic Explorer and Premier ticket options. Nevertheless, Tier 1 and Tier 2 4-Day Weekend passes are still on offer, alongside a selection of single-day tickets. The festival also introduces a special curatorial partnership with Professor King Britt, who brings a spotlight to 'Blacktronika: Afrofuturism In Electronic Music', a unique course from the University Of California.

Final Thoughts

With such a dynamic and influential lineup, Big Ears Festival 2024 promises to be a thrilling journey through diverse musical landscapes over four days of performances by both legendary and breakthrough artists in the heart of Tennessee.

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