Ryman Auditorium and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Announce Second “Rock the Ryman” Concert Sept. 1
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Sponsored by Gibson and Gibson Gives. 2014 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee John Oates to Host. Featured artists include Devon Allman, ROME, Sam Bush, Spencer Sutherland, Wynonna, YOLA and more
Today, Ryman Auditorium and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced “Rock the Ryman” will return to the historic Nashville venue on Sept. 1. Celebrating the intersection of rock & roll and country music, this special night returns for the second time to honor the legacy and impact of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees who have graced the Ryman stage. Sponsored by Gibson, the iconic American instrument brand, and Gibson Gives, its philanthropic division supporting music education and wellness initiatives worldwide, the evening will be hosted by 2014 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee John Oates. “Rock the Ryman” concert explores how country music has shaped rock & roll and how the genre has merged with today’s Americana, country and beyond. Featured artists include Devon Allman, ROME, Sam Bush, Spencer Sutherland, Wynonna, YOLA, plus more to be announced soon. Each artist will perform songs by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees who were influential to their careers. “Rock the Ryman” is the latest event in a long-term collaboration between the two institutions since Ryman’s official designation as a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Landmark in 2022. The collaboration also includes a permanent exhibit on the Ryman daytime tour that features a rotating collection of memorabilia and stories from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees who have performed on its iconic stage. New additions to the Rock Hall at the Ryman tour exhibit for summer/fall 2026 include: Gibson “Appetite for Destruction” Les Paul prototype played by 2012 Inductee Slash of Guns N’ Roses. Custom-made jacket by Johns of Hong Kong and a pair of J.R. Barrett boots owned and worn by 1986 Inductee James Brown. Silk crepe tunic worn by 1993 Inductee Etta James. 1988 Inductee Bob Dylan’s Branded Garments vest and leather top hat worn in 1987. Najee Classic white tuxedo shirt, tuxedo-styled trousers, and Brassboot-branded shoes owned and worn by 1986 Inductee Jerry Lee Lewis during live performances. Tickets to the “Rock the Ryman” concert go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. CT, on Friday, July 31 at ryman.com . Proceeds from the event will help preserve and celebrate the history of rock & roll and support education initiatives at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Ryman Auditorium. More information about the “Rock The Ryman” concert, Rock Hall at the Ryman exhibit, daytime tours and shows can be found at ryman.com .
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Rock the Ryman concert?
“Rock the Ryman” returns to the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on Sept. 1, marking the second time the concert has been held.
Who is performing at Rock the Ryman?
Featured artists include Devon Allman, ROME, Sam Bush, Spencer Sutherland, Wynonna and YOLA, with more to be announced. Each artist will perform songs by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees who were influential to their careers. The evening is hosted by 2014 Inductee John Oates.
When do Rock the Ryman tickets go on sale?
Tickets go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. CT on Friday, July 31 at ryman.com. Proceeds will help preserve rock & roll history and support education initiatives at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Ryman Auditorium.
What is new in the Rock Hall at the Ryman exhibit?
New additions for summer/fall 2026 include Slash’s Gibson “Appetite for Destruction” Les Paul prototype, a custom jacket and J.R. Barrett boots worn by James Brown, a silk crepe tunic worn by Etta James, Bob Dylan’s vest and leather top hat from 1987, and stage clothing worn by Jerry Lee Lewis.
How are the Ryman and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame connected?
The Ryman was officially designated a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Landmark in 2022. Since then the two institutions have collaborated on events like Rock the Ryman and a permanent exhibit on the Ryman daytime tour featuring rotating memorabilia from Inductees who performed on its stage.