BREAKING: Rhonda Vincent & The Rage to Bring Bluegrass Brilliance to Blue Highway Fest 2025 in Big Stone Gap, Virginia
When the mountains of Virginia echo with fiddles, banjos, and mandolins this fall, the sound will carry a name that has become legendary in bluegrass. On October 12, 2025, the incomparable Rhonda Vincent & The Rage will join the powerhouse lineup for Blue Highway Fest 2025, held in the scenic town of Big Stone Gap, Virginia. With a career that spans decades and a reputation as one of the genre’s finest ambassadors, Vincent’s appearance is set to be one of the highlights of the festival season.
Dubbed the “Queen of Bluegrass,” Rhonda Vincent has built her career on an unparalleled combination of talent, authenticity, and passion. Her crisp, soaring vocals and mastery of the mandolin have earned her countless honors, including a Grammy Award and multiple International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Awards. Backed by her powerhouse band, The Rage, Vincent has transformed traditional bluegrass into a living, breathing art form that resonates across generations.
Blue Highway Fest has quickly earned a reputation as one of the premier bluegrass gatherings in the country. Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, Big Stone Gap provides the perfect setting for a celebration of roots music. Each year, the festival brings together a lineup of world-class talent, from iconic veterans to rising stars, ensuring that audiences experience both tradition and innovation. The 2025 edition promises no less, and the addition of Rhonda Vincent & The Rage cements its status as a must-attend event for fans of the genre.
Audiences at Blue Highway Fest can expect a set filled with both familiar classics and fresh gems. Songs like “Kentucky Borderline,” “Is the Grass Any Bluer,” and soulful gospel selections have long been staples of Vincent’s concerts. Delivered with breathtaking harmonies and virtuosic instrumentals, each performance is more than just music—it is a journey into the soul of bluegrass. With The Rage—often hailed as one of the hardest-working bands in the industry—every show becomes a masterclass in musicianship and heart.
But what makes Rhonda Vincent stand out is not only her technical brilliance; it is her connection to the audience. Known for her warmth and authenticity, she has the rare ability to turn large festival crowds into what feels like a family gathering. Whether she is sharing stories between songs or stepping off stage to greet longtime fans, Vincent embodies the communal spirit that has defined bluegrass for over a century.
For Big Stone Gap, hosting such a performance is more than a festival highlight—it is a cultural event. The Appalachian region has long been the cradle of American roots music, and Blue Highway Fest serves as both a tribute to that heritage and a platform for its ongoing evolution. Having Rhonda Vincent & The Rage headline ensures that tradition and innovation will meet on stage in spectacular fashion.
As anticipation builds for October, fans from across the Southeast—and beyond—are already making plans to attend. For many, it will be the chance to witness one of the greatest voices in bluegrass in an unforgettable setting. For others, it is an opportunity to celebrate the enduring power of music that speaks to the heart and soul of a community.
When the lights go up in Big Stone Gap and the first notes ring out, one thing will be certain: Rhonda Vincent & The Rage will not just perform—they will define the spirit of Blue Highway Fest 2025. It will be an evening of music, memory, and magic that no fan will soon forget.