Della Mae

“soaring harmonies, ringing lead vocals, and crisp instrumentation… magical sound” – Folk Alley

Della Mae is a Grammy-nominated all-woman string band. The ensemble features founding members Celia Woodsmith (lead vocalist/guitarist) and 2-time Grand National champion fiddle player Kimber Ludiker. Also, guitarist Avril Smith and two-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn round out the group.

Della Mae is one of the most charismatic and engaging roots bands touring today. They hail from across North America and were all reared in diverse musical styles. Furthermore, they have traveled to over thirty countries spreading peace and understanding through music. Their mission as a band is to showcase top female musicians, and to improve opportunities for women and girls. Here, they do this through advocacy, mentorship, programming, and performance.

In early 2020, Della Mae released Headlight, a studio album dedicated to celebrating powerful, trailblazing women. While the pandemic made it impossible to tour that album, the band continued to play together. They returned to touring in Summer 2021 with another new album Family Reunion. Then in early 2022, they released a video on demand concert called The Stonecroft Sessions.

“Their live shows are foot-stomping, crowd-pleasing riots, full of the kind of high-octane instrumental skills that the band – now in its twelfth year and its third incarnation – was always intended to showcase.” – The Guardian

Recommended for fans of Molly Tuttle, Trampled by Turtles, Tim O’Brien and Steep Canyon Rangers.

LEARN MORE: https://www.dellamae.com/

📸: Brooke Stevens