That Eric Alper

Mountain Grass Unit, the dynamic and rising bluegrass ensemble, is thrilled to announce their most ambitious endeavor yet—the Summer 2025 “Runnin’ From Trouble Tour.” Spanning fifty shows across the United States from mid-May through early September, this extensive run marks a career milestone for the burgeoning Birmingham-based quartet.

With a handful of premier appearances in the coming months, May 2025 marks Mountain Grass Unit’s shining opportunity to take their music to new heights, bringing their high-energy performances and inventive sound to stages in cities from coast to coast. From marquee festivals like Delfest and Telluride Bluegrass Festival to intimate venues and open-air theaters, the tour showcases the band’s ability to captivate diverse audiences with their fresh approach to bluegrass.

“As summer approaches, we’re thrilled to take our music across the country,” said Luke Black (guitar, vocals). “Playing in some iconic venues and festivals. We’d love to see you at a show—your support means the world to us!”

Summer 2025 promises to be a defining chapter for the band as they balance their youthful exuberance with a maturity that belies their age. Composed of Drury Anderson (mandolin, vocals), Luke Black (guitar, vocals), Josiah Nelson (fiddle, vocals), and Sam Wilson (bass, vocals), Mountain Grass Unit has become synonymous with creativity and boundary-pushing musicianship. Their sound evokes comparisons to venerated legends like Tony Rice, while their fearless exploration places them in conversation with contemporary artists like Billy Strings.

This summer run comes on the heels of their critically acclaimed 2024 EP, Runnin’ From Trouble, which cemented the band’s reputation as one of bluegrass music’s most exciting new talents. Earning praise from the likes of Relix Magazine, who praised the “top-notch live act’s… combination of intricate harmonies, youthful energy and choice musicianship.” Produced by Mike Harris (Old Crow Medicine Show) and mixed by Morgan Jahnig (Old Crow Medicine Show), the EP resonated with both traditionalists and genre newcomers for its bold blend of bluegrass roots and modern influences.

Described by CountryUniverse as “a fantastic first impression of this Alabama outfit… what impresses most is the heft of their arrangements. These kids pack a wallop. A great addition to this prime ‘grass era,” and earning the band the label of “[bluegrass’] next big band” from Whiskeyriff, the quartet’s vibrant tour schedule ensures fans nationwide can experience exhilarating live arrangements from Runnin’ From Trouble firsthand.

“Runnin’ From Trouble is a nod to the track “Smugglin’,” explained Sam Wilson (bass, vocals).  “Although it sounds cool to be cowboy smuggling across the desert, the title more so reflects our vibe as a group…  our rigorous tour schedule keeps us on our toes and runnin’ from trouble!”

Tour highlights include headlining shows at Atlanta, GA’s Terminal West (5/30); Chicago, IL’s Martyr’s (6/27); Los Angeles, CA’s The Mint (7/23); Denver, CO’s Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom (8/15); Athens, GA’s Georgia Theatre (8/23); NYC’s Hill Country Live! (9/4). Notable festival appearances include Cumberland, MD’s Delfest (5/23-24); Swanzey, NH’s Northlands Music and Arts Festival (6/13-15); Alta, WY’s Grand Targhee (8/8-9); and Charlestown, RI’s Rhythm and Roots Festival (8/31). For a full list of tour dates please, visit www.mountaingrassunit.com/tour.

Ticket sales for Mountain Grass Unit’s 2025 Summer Tour will commence via a Seated presale, beginning Tuesday, February 18th at 10 AM venue local time. Venue presales run Thursday, February 19th 10 AM – 10 PM venue local time. General on sale begins on Friday, February 21st at 10 AM venue local time. For more information, including ticket sales, tour updates, VIP packages, and media inquiries, please visit the band’s official website.

Mountain Grass Unit, comprising Drury Anderson (mandolin, vocals), Luke Black (guitar, vocals), Josiah Nelson (fiddle, vocals), and Sam Wilson (bass, vocals), is a Birmingham, Alabama-based quartet making waves in the bluegrass scene. Known for their innovative sound that fuses traditional bluegrass with contemporary genres, the band has performed at premier festivals such as Billy Strings’ Renewal, DelFest and WinterWonderGrass. Their 2024 EP Runnin’ From Trouble received widespread acclaim for its originality, passion, and reverence for bluegrass traditions. With a burgeoning fan base and a bold approach to their craft, Mountain Grass Unit is redefining modern bluegrass, one stage at a time.

Mountain Grass Unit – 2025 Tour Dates
2/15 – Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel [SOLD OUT]
2/21 – Burlington, VT – Nectar’s
2/28-3/2 – Steamboat Springs, CO – WinterWonderGrass 2025
4/11-12 – Pelham, TN – Camp Cosmic
5/16 – Dominion RiverRock Festival – Richmond, VA
5/23-24 – Delfest – Cumberland, MD
5/30 – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West
5/31 – Gainesville, FL – Heartwood Soundstage
6/01 – Sanford, FL – Tuffy’s Music Box
6/03 – Savannah GA – Victory North
6/06- Charleston, SC – Charleston Pour House
6/07 – Charlotte, NC – Visulite Theatre
6/10 – Annapolis, MD – Rams Head On Stage
6/13 – Northlands Music & Arts Festival – Swanzey, NH
6/14 – Allentown, PA – Arrow at Archer Music Hall
6/18-21 – Telluride Bluegrass Festival – Telluride, CO
6/25 – Greenleaf, WI – Ledgestone Vineyards & Winery
6/26 – Blue Ox Music Festival – Eau Claire, WI
6/27 – Chicago, IL – Martyrs’
6/28 – ROMP Festival – Owensboro, KY
7/10 – New Orleans, LA – Tipitina’s
7/11 – Houston TX – White Oak Music Hall – Upstairs
7/12- Dallas, TX – Club Dada
7/13 – Austin, TX – Parish
7/15 – Taos, New Mexico – Taos Mesa Brewing Tap Room
7/17- Salt Lake City, UT – Urban Lounge
7/19 – FairWell Music Festival – Redmond, OR
7/22 – Felton, CA – Felton Music Hall
7/23 – San Francisco, CA – Rickshaw Stop
7/25 – Mariposa, CA – The Grove House
7/26 – Los Angeles, CA – The Mint
7/27 – San Diego, CA – Soda Bar
7/28 – Phoenix, AZ – Valley Bar
7/31 – Colorado Springs, CO – The Basement at Oskar Blues
8/01-02 – Bellvue, CO – The Mishawaka
8/03 – Steamboat Springs, CO – Strings Music Pavilion
8/05 – Billings, MT – Pub Station Taproom
8/07 – Boise, ID – Knitting Factory Concert House – Boise
8/08-9 – Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival – Alta, WY
8/12 – Aspen, CO – Belly Up Aspen
8/14 – Paonia, CO – Pickin’ In The Park
8/15 – Denver, CO – Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom
8/16 – Buena Vista, CO – The Lariat
8/19 – Oklahoma City, OK – Beer City Music Hall
8/20 – Columbia, MO – Rose Music Hall
8/22 – Oxford, MS – The Lyric Oxford
8/23 – Athens, GA – Georgia Theatre
8/26 – Carrboro, NC – Cat’s Cradle – Back Room
8/28 – Charlottesville, VA – The Southern
8/29 – Washington, DC – The Atlantis
8/31 – Rhythm & Roots Festival – Charlestown, RI
9/03 – Wayne, PA – 118 North
9/04 – New York, NY – Hill Country Live
9/06 – Portland, ME – Portland House of Music