Jake Xerxes Fussell and Sam Amidon

Apr 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM · Union Stage, Washington, DC Union Stage, Washington, DC

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Jake Xerxes Fussell

15 concerts

Georgia-born folk singer/guitarist Jake Xerxes Fussell, now in North Carolina, reimagines field-recorded traditions with warm, reflective songs; influenced by Art Rosenbaum and folklorist parents.

Sam Amidon

7 concerts

Vermont-born Sam Amidon is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, celebrated for his unique fusion of traditional Appalachian folk with experimental music. He reworks old ballads and hymns, playing banjo, guitar, and fiddle. Notable albums include "Salt River" (2025) and "Sam Amidon" (2020). He has collaborated with artists like Bill Frisell, Nico Muhly, and Beth Orton, and is known for songs like "Sugar Baby."