By Casey Nicholson Often times people associate Appalachian music with banjos and barn dances. While there’s something to be said for the folk music that is engrained in Appalachian culture, it’s also true that the region is well known for its performance venues that welcome a wide variety of nationally recognized touring artists. Here are twelve concerts that Appalachia Today was at throughout 2025 that left us with good memories as we head into the New Year: January 2025—