When might we know?

[Australian fan]

Lucas I'd rather them avoid Jim James and have Billy/Dusters/Smokies.  I bet his fee would have covered all three of the other bands

just curious who you would bump off of the lineup?

Jim James, Wood Belly, wellRED, Rob Ickes/Trey Hensley, Stephen Kellogg, and Steve Poltz are all easy bumps for me.

I really want to see Steve Poltz

[alexbarbosa42]

While it may be disappointing to most of us to not see Billy/Dusters/Smokies on the lineup, I think it's important to remind ourselves of the bigger picture here. Us Festivarians know that TBF is much more encompassing than any one of those bands. It's about seeing those old friends you haven't seen since last year, making new friendships, the pilgrimage & travels into the San Juans & Telluride + the beauty of the Box Canyon, the camaraderie between complete strangers, the 4 days of musical collaboration (way more than that if you're camping early), & all of the inspiration that comes with every single facet of the festival. My goodness, I can't think of a better place to be, or better people to be with, than inside Town Park with all of ya'll. Let's focus on these positive things rather than being down on the fact that these HOT bands (which are not going away anytime soon, likely) won't be in attendance. We are 2.5 months away & the excitement is building. See ya'll at the Fred Shellman Stage!

[HugeFiddler]

While it may be disappointing to most of us to not see Billy/Dusters/Smokies on the lineup, I think it's important to remind ourselves of the bigger picture here. It's important to remind ourselves that TBF is much more encompassing than any one of those bands. It's about seeing those old friends you haven't seen since last year, making new friendships, the pilgrimage & travels into the San Juans & Telluride + the beauty of the Box Canyon, the camaraderie between complete strangers, the 4 days of musical collaboration (way more than that if you're camping early), & all of the inspiration that comes with every single facet of the festival. My goodness, I can't think of a better place to be, or better people to be with, than inside Town Park with all of ya'll. Let's focus on these positive things rather than being down on the fact that these HOT bands (which are not going away anytime soon, likely) won't be in attendance. We are 2.5 months away & the excitement is building. See ya'll at the Fred Shellman Stage!

THIS!

 Listening to: CT - How to Grow a Woman from the Ground

[Australian fan]

While it may be disappointing to most of us to not see Billy/Dusters/Smokies on the lineup, I think it's important to remind ourselves of the bigger picture here. Us Festivarians know that TBF is much more encompassing than any one of those bands. It's about seeing those old friends you haven't seen since last year, making new friendships, the pilgrimage & travels into the San Juans & Telluride + the beauty of the Box Canyon, the camaraderie between complete strangers, the 4 days of musical collaboration (way more than that if you're camping early), & all of the inspiration that comes with every single facet of the festival. My goodness, I can't think of a better place to be, or better people to be with, than inside Town Park with all of ya'll. Let's focus on these positive things rather than being down on the fact that these HOT bands (which are not going away anytime soon, likely) won't be in attendance. We are 2.5 months away & the excitement is building. See ya'll at the Fred Shellman Stage!

Absolutely!

And you know the old saying - always leave them wanting more.

The line up is great but it’s the people in this place that brings us back..

See you all soon, it’s nearly festival time

So happy together

[Darkhorse]

Lucas I'd rather them avoid Jim James and have Billy/Dusters/Smokies.  I bet his fee would have covered all three of the other bands

just curious who you would bump off of the lineup?

Jim James, Wood Belly, wellRED, Rob Ickes/Trey Hensley, Stephen Kellogg, and Steve Poltz are all easy bumps for me.

I really want to see Steve Poltz

Rob Ickes is one of the best Dobro players (probably second to Jerry) and they put on a good morning set, it is an ideal set to have after Thile's traditional opening set. 
Wood Belly can not be bumped because they won last years band contest. 

Ya Poltz, Kellogg, wellRED, Jim James don't think I have ever seen them live so that will be nice to see something new..always into that and I think I would vote that way if I were forced; although I would probably have more fun with last years amazing newgrass youngsters again.  Think I have looked into some of Poltz and Kellogg they both sound nice, but I agree when compared to Billy, Dusters, and Smokies its a tough sell but we saw them last year and will see them in Telluride again I am sure.

I am just happy it is almost nightgrass release time!

[Darkhorse]

While it may be disappointing to most of us to not see Billy/Dusters/Smokies on the lineup, I think it's important to remind ourselves of the bigger picture here. Us Festivarians know that TBF is much more encompassing than any one of those bands. It's about seeing those old friends you haven't seen since last year, making new friendships, the pilgrimage & travels into the San Juans & Telluride + the beauty of the Box Canyon, the camaraderie between complete strangers, the 4 days of musical collaboration (way more than that if you're camping early), & all of the inspiration that comes with every single facet of the festival. My goodness, I can't think of a better place to be, or better people to be with, than inside Town Park with all of ya'll. Let's focus on these positive things rather than being down on the fact that these HOT bands (which are not going away anytime soon, likely) won't be in attendance. We are 2.5 months away & the excitement is building. See ya'll at the Fred Shellman Stage!

Preeeech! I agree! as long as there is a stage, a park, and a house band of sorts i'll be there.

[wiebs2334]

You all could just join us at the 5th annual Blue Ox Festival in Eau Claire, WI the weekend before TBF and get your dose of Stringdusters, Lil' Smokies, and Billy Strings. They have another lineup jammed full of killer sets. Wake up Sunday morning and head to that box canyon we all love so much! 

Ryan

 Listening to: Rise Sun (Album) - Infamous Stringdusters

[KaraJean]

Steep Canyon Rangers! So excited. I didn't even notice others not coming.

 Listening to: War on Drugs

[Darkhorse]

You all could just join us at the 5th annual Blue Ox Festival in Eau Claire, WI the weekend before TBF and get your dose of Stringdusters, Lil' Smokies, and Billy Strings. They have another lineup jammed full of killer sets. Wake up Sunday morning and head to that box canyon we all love so much! 

Ryan

That sounds like the most fun idea in the world, and I really wish I could make that journey.  That lineup is so nice! Maybe some year I will be able to make the rounds to bluegrass festy's all over the land!

[wiebs2334]

Oh its wonderful! This will be my third time doing both festivals back to back, since Eau Claire is basically on my way to Telluride. The only downside is cutting down my stay in the canyon a day or two, I try to make it to Town Park by mid day Monday.

Ryan