Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms / Dirk & Amelia Powell

Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms are a dynamic duo in the world of modern honky-tonk and roots music. Known for their soulful harmonies and original songs, they've become key figures in the Pacific Northwest's country scene. Both hail from Washington State-Caleb from the coastal islands, and Reeb from the high desert. In addition to touring as a duo, they can also be found playing with the Foghorn Stringband and the Caleb Klauder Country Band. Their music blends classic country, bluegrass, and Americana with heartfelt authenticity. Revered for their timeless sound, their music continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its raw, honest storytelling. This is the duo's second SMF appearance.

Dirk and Amelia Powell are a father-daughter duo with deep Cajun roots in the bayous of Louisiana and Appalachian heritage from the mountains of Kentucky. Amelia is known for her hard-driving guitar and soulful vocals, while Dirk's banjo, fiddle, and guitar playing have earned him a reputation as a "musician's musician." Dirk has been a frequent part of Transatlantic Sessions and toured with artists such as Joan Baez, Eric Clapton, Loretta Lynn, and Rhiannon Giddens. Together, Dirk and Amelia perform the music of their shared heritage and bring audiences the kind of soulful connection that comes from a family playing together with trust, humor, and love. This is the duo's SMF debut, though Dirk played both SMF 2013 and 2015.