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Big Thief performing live on stage at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville
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Big Thief Debuts New Album 'Horsepower' Live With Country Royalty In Nashville

The indie rockers took over the legendary Ryman Auditorium to play their upcoming LP in full alongside Lucinda Williams, Gillian Welch, and Iris DeMent.

By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 2 min read

Indie favorites Big Thief treated music fans in Nashville to a massive showcase by rolling out their entire upcoming studio record, titled *Horsepower*, during an unforgettable evening at the legendary Ryman Auditorium. Rather than teasing just a couple of fresh tracks or sticking strictly to their established catalog of hits, the band chose to unveil the upcoming project from start to finish. The historic Tennessee venue served as the backdrop for a night that quickly turned into a celebrated gathering of folk, indie, and Americana royalty.

Big Thief Horsepower new album live preview Concertgoers inside the famous music hall were treated to a stacked lineup of guest stars as several heavy-hitting legends joined the group on stage. Reports from the venue confirm that celebrated artists Iris DeMent, Gillian Welch, and Lucinda Williams all made special appearances during the concert to perform along with the group. The collaborative set gave lucky attendees an exclusive first listen to how the fresh material sounds live, with each high-profile guest adding their distinct flair to the new tracks. The band took full advantage of the Ryman's world-renowned acoustics, delivering a bold set that showcased every single song on *Horsepower* long before its official commercial release.

Who performed with Big Thief at the Ryman Auditorium Bringing out roots trailblazers like Williams, Welch, and DeMent highlights the immense respect Big Thief has built across the music landscape in recent years. By sharing the spotlight with some of the most influential songwriters in folk and country history, the group effectively bridged the gap between modern indie rock and classic American storytelling traditions. Fans in attendance witnessed a truly unique concert event that felt less like a standard tour stop and more like a landmark musical summit. As anticipation continues to build for the official streaming and physical release of *Horsepower*, this dramatic Nashville showcase proves that Big Thief's next chapter is shaping up to be one of their most ambitious musical eras yet. With word spreading fast about the new tracks, listeners everywhere are keeping a close eye on the band's next moves.

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Big Thief performing live on stage at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville
Big Thief debuted their new album ‘Horsepower’ during a guest-heavy concert at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Photo: Genesis Báe

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The band invited iconic roots and country artists Lucinda Williams, Gillian Welch, and Iris DeMent to perform with them at the Ryman Auditorium.
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