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The Tennessee Hillbuddies

Riceville, TN

$100 per hour

Bluegrass Band

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Available as a solo act of acoustic country blues music, a duo of old time and bluegrass fiddle music, or as a full band that can include banjo and/or bass. A lively, entertaining experience provided by honest hard-working and skilled musicians.

Reviews

2 reviews

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Billy L.

June 22, 2026
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Great duo

Great music, friendly and reliable. Great booking.

Hired as: Bluegrass Band

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Danielle S.

April 19, 2024
Verified review

Sweet Fiddlin' Tunes

We had a blast with Tennessee Hillbuddies playing their tunes from our front porch stage!

Hired as: Bluegrass Band, Folk Band

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Booking information

Price range: $100 per hour

What to expect

Professional, friendly, and entertaining music from a bygone era for your events.

About

Ali Kafka and Henry Barnes provide a compelling and entertaining mix of American traditional music perfect for events. Upon request, a larger band or vocal performances can be arranged that include country, bluegrass, and country blues styles.

Additional booking notes

We do not typically provide a PA.

Services offered

Bluegrass Band Folk Band

Past booked events

June 2026

08

Monday

Dinner Party

6:30pm - 7:30pm

•

Boone, NC

April 2024

13

Saturday

Festival

12:00pm - 12:45pm

•

Knoxville, TN

October 2023

08

Sunday

Wedding Reception

3:00pm - 6:00pm

•

Hot Springs, NC

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