Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 25/09/2026“Hope Is the Thing with Feathers” with my Silkroad Ensemble family 💜 716442
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Thank you for all of your kind words about my new album. It’s such a gift to have this music out in the world. Y’all are the best!! Video: Robert Edridge-Waks 628429
Reposted by Rhiannon GiddensDemocracy Now! @democracynow.org · 18/09/2026“If we don’t connect those dots between the struggles, we’re never going to get anywhere,” says acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Rhiannon Giddens. “That’s what music is for."democracynow.org“Hope Is the Thing with Feathers”: Rhiannon Giddens on New Album, AI, Ed Sheeran, Macklemore & Trump“If we don’t connect those dots between the struggles, we’re never going to get anywhere,” says Pulitzer Prize- and Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist Rhiannon Giddens. “That’s what music is for. … ... 415355
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 18/09/2026All tickets are now on sale for my 2027 North America Tour! I’m excited that we get to start our year together. See you out there! www.rhiannongiddens.com/tour 5499
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Hey y’all! It’s hard to know how to feel somedays about the music industry, but one thing I know is that there are a lot of amazing folks working tirelessly to get music they care about out to you- 49818
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 15/09/2026I’ll be heading out on tour across the US in early 2027! Artist Pre-sale starts tomorrow 9/16 at 10AM. Sign up and get tickets: www.rhiannongiddens.com/tour I love my community and I can’t wait to see y'all on the road 🙏❤️ Photo: @karencoxphoto.bsky.social 34812
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Thank you to @nytimes.com for selecting “Hope Is the Thing with Feathers” and Silkroad Ensemble + Yo-Yo Ma’s show at Carnegie Hall for this list! “Hope Is the Thing with Feathers” will be out next Friday! I’m so excited for you to hear what we cooked up in Lafayette. Photos: @karencoxphotography 2528
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Since it’s back to school season, I want to share an updated list of my recommended readings and podcasts (cook books and coloring books included!). There is so much incredible scholarship out there right now, there's no excuse to not know the hidden and suppressed corners of our nation's history. 27012
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 27/08/2026Looking forward to touring in Europe with some of my dear friends: Niwel Tsumbu, Justin Robinson, Eamonn Cagney and Jason Sypher. Get tickets: www.rhiannongiddens.com/tour We’ll see you out there! 3389
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Thank you, Uncut Magazine for this 9/10 album review for Hope Is the Thing with Feathers – which is out in exactly 1 month! It means the world to me when the music resonates just as much with you, as it does with us. 314523
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Honored to share one from the North Carolina canon! Elizabeth Cotten wrote “Freight Train” as a young girl, and it has soared across generations as a pillar in the Folk tradition and pioneer in finger-picking. 511838
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 07/08/2026The idea that hope is going to exist in every generation, every year, every century and every place, even under the most dire of circumstances, is what inspired my new album, Hope Is the Thing with Feathers – out Sept. 18. 214023
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 28/07/2026We’re having so much fun out here! Love seeing all of you and sharing this music. Heading into the last leg of this tour, see you there: www.rhiannongiddens.com/tour 411219
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 22/07/2026Great start to the tour this weekend! Thank you Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival of Music and Dance & Hopkins Center for the Arts. 2894
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Well ok now - so a few years ago now I fell into the podcast world and I've never escaped - I listen to mostly history podcasts every day and I think it's a powerful medium when used correctly. 3527
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 11/07/2026Thank you DownBeat Magazine for selecting me as your “Beyond Artist of the Year” in the 74th Annual Critics Poll. 902247278
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 05/07/2026Scenes from Silkroad’s Juneteenth celebration in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This free concert was a part of The Smithsonian’s national commemoration of America’s 250th. 211627
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 02/07/2026‘Hope Is the Thing with Feathers’ is culmination of two decades of music and personal growth. I can’t think of a better way to share it with you, than with the artists who have been by my side for the whole journey. 415744
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 25/06/2026"It's true that we were younger once And now we’re growing old Maybe we don’t want the things we wanted then Why chase that dollar My baby's got a heart of gold I know that we will find ourselves again" Stream my new single "Carolina Rain" now: rhiannongiddens.lnk.to/hopeisthething 16614
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 25/06/2026I’m so excited to announce my new album, Hope is the Thing with Feathers - out September 18 on LP, CD and digitally on Nonesuch Records! Pre-order and stream my original song, “Carolina Rain” now: rhiannongiddens.lnk.to/hopeisthething 112423
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 19/06/2026“Pretty Bird” from Silkroad Ensemble’s dress rehearsal for “Sanctuary: The Power of Resonance and Ritual.” Looking forward to sharing this music all summer – starting tonight in Tulsa, OK! Learn more about this free event: www.visittulsa.com/event/silkro... 49227
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 12/06/2026I’ll see you in Seattle in just 2 weeks on June 26 at the Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery with Mary Chapin Carpenter & Hurray for the Riff Raff (duo). Get tickets now: bit.ly/4xlWu77 850588
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 04/06/2026Less than one month until Mavis Staples and I reunite for American Tunes: Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing! Get tickets: events.seated.com/american-tunes We’ll also be joined by Mary Chapin Carpenter & Hurray for the Riff Raff (duo). See you soon. 412716
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 28/05/2026It is a true honor to have received the Composers Now Visionary Award! I want to take this moment to advocate for collaboration, and non-traditional composers like myself. 313815
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 24/05/2026Summer is upon us – it’s time to sing under the stars! Join Mary Chapin Carpenter, Mavis Staples, Hurray for the Riff Raff and myself for this very special celebration of songs that connect generations. Get tickets: events.seated.com/american-tunes 210822
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 22/05/2026Trying this again. People often ask me what it's like living in Ireland and I always say, lovely people, beautiful land, crappy weather, tragic history - and guess what? Ugly race-based ultra-capitalistic mess hits here too. 513527
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 20/05/2026My heart breaks - my friend, Oberlin classmate and colleague Limmie Pulliam, who was part of the creation process of my and Michael Abel's opera Omar (he voiced him in the workshops and in this recent concert performance at Oberlin) has transitioned. 6758
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 09/05/2026We did it! Another sold out night at Carnegie Hall in the books. Thank you to everyone who was a part of my show: The Hidden Soundtrack of America. As I said onstage, WE get to choose the parts of America’s history that we celebrate. 319630
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 07/05/2026This is my America!! We’ll see you tomorrow night (5/7) at Carnegie Hall - tickets are almost sold out. Get yours: www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2026/05/08/Rhiannon-Giddens-0800PM 317332
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 05/05/2026We’re heading to the UK/Europe! Artist Presale starts tomorrow* Sign up and be the first to get access: laylo.com/rhiannongiddens/m/T7p3Nh It means a lot to return and share this music - can’t wait to see old and new friends along the way. Grab your tickets now and we’ll see you there. 34510
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 28/04/2026Y’all have been asking about what’s next for Biscuits and Banjos, and I’m so glad we can finally share it with you! Introducing: the Biscuits & Banjos Foundation! Join us in celebrating the African diaspora's role in shaping American identity and culture through music, literature, food & community. 26626
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Yesterday proves that it doesn’t have to be a weekend festival to have a weekend impact. Our single day programming was so successful and so many local people came out! I was so happy to feel the Biscuits and Banjos vibe on the streets of Durham again. 2506
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 25/04/2026Biscuits & Banjos is now featured at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in their ‘American Currents’ exhibit! Such a full circle moment to look back as we prepare for Biscuits & Banjos Presents: Beloved Community this Sunday and Monday. 18515
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 16/04/2026Biscuits and Banjos Festival Presents: Beloved Community is next weekend! Join us on 4/26 for a full day of Free Community Programming, and 4/27 for a show at DPAC featuring my band, Mavis Staples, Blind Boys of Alabama, Rissi Palmer, and Toshi Reagon. 48521
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 02/04/2026That’s a wrap on Silkroad Ensemble’s Sanctuary Tour! 1587
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 25/03/2026Join us on April 26 at The Fruit in Durham, NC for a day of FREE music, storytelling and workshops! Learn more: www.biscuitsandbanjos.com/community-programming RSVP: bit.ly/3NLoYoO RSVP is required for all events at The Fruit as space is limited. Entry will be on a first-come, first-served basis. 0366
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 19/03/2026We’re giving away a trip for one winner and their guest to join me in Durham for my Beloved Community concert + a signed Martin Guitar! 14612
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 13/03/2026Silkroad Ensemble's Sanctuary Tour has truly been a transformative experience so far. An honor to perform with these musicians and break down the barriers between audience and performer. We're on tour for the rest of the month, and have lots of free community engagement events surrounding the shows. 3509
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 10/03/2026It’s almost that time again! Here’s where you can find me this summer. Looking forward to gathering and keeping this music in our hearts. Additionally, Fan Presale for San Francisco, Wilmington and Bar Harbor are live tomorrow at 10am ET. Sign up and get tickets: rhiannongiddens.com/tour 16712
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 06/03/2026Rhiannon Giddens Presents American Tunes: Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing is on sale now! Get tickets: events.seated.com/american-tunes 45215
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 05/03/2026Silkroad’s Sanctuary Tour begins next week, and we’d like to invite you to join us for community programming! Workshops, community meals, jam sessions and more will accompany many of the tour dates. Learn more: www.silkroad.org/sanctuary-free-programs 2277
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 03/03/2026I’m so excited to announce Rhiannon Giddens Presents American Tunes: Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing with Mary Chapin Carpenter, Mavis Staples and Hurray for the Riff Raff on tour this summer! 819236
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 26/02/2026A fun backstage moment at Biscuits and Banjos Festival last year, jamming with old friends. Now there’s almost 2 months until Biscuits and Banjos Festival Presents: Rhiannon Giddens’ Beloved Community on April 27 at DPAC. Get tickets: bit.ly/3Z7WZBK 1909
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 20/02/2026Your #BanjoAunti is here with a special guest: Ed Helms! While filming “Ode to Mary Jo” Ed and I got to have some banjo time behind the scenes. Today we’re demonstrating the difference between clawhammer and Scruggs-style banjo. 1827087
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 09/02/2026What an incredible 4-star review of our Wigmore Hall piano vocal recital- it’s such a gift when someone knowledgeable gets what you are trying to do to this degree. www.theguardian.com/music/2026/f...theguardian.comRhiannon Giddens and Francesco Turrisi review – big, generous, provocative music-making on a small stageGrammy-winning Giddens fused folk, opera, jazz, pop and classical elements in a recital ‘honouring composers who don’t often get called composers’ 3688
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 04/02/2026#GRAMMY recap: There's absolutely nothing wrong with celebrating music but any day with winners and losers makes me pause - we are the same walking in as we are walking out, no matter whether we were chosen to receive a trophy or not and the danger is mostly to those who do not remember this. 27110
Rhiannon Giddens @rhiannongiddens.bsky.social · 01/02/2026The cognitive dissonance is dizzying, feeling so much the emotions from Mark Ruffalo’s Golden Globe speech; but trying to make this GRAMMY’s moment about ancestral connection and community uplift wherever I can. 19212
