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10 Years of Levitt AMP Middlesboro
KENTUCKY NATIVE Jenna Jefferson gazed at the audience’s shining faces and felt hope. She and her blues band had just finished playing the inaugural Levitt AMP concert in Middlesboro, Kentucky, a rural town in the heart of Appalachia. On this summer night in 2015, all the downtown storefronts were dark, and many—too many—were vacant,…
Congratulations to the Nine Levitt Artists Who Won 2026 GRAMMYs!
On February 1st, the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards celebrated exceptional musical achievements across the industry with electric performances and inspiring tributes that illuminated the unifying power of music. And once again, we are thrilled to congratulate these GRAMMY-winning artists who have performed on Levitt stages over the years—in 2026, nine Levitt artists took home a total of 12 GRAMMY Awards! Following an unforgettable 2025 concert season, 18 Levitt artists earned 23…
Congratulations to the 18 Levitt Artists Nominated for 2026 GRAMMY Awards!
The 2026 GRAMMY Award nominations are in, and we are thrilled for the 18 nominated artists who have performed on Levitt stages coast to coast, sparking joy, connection, and inspiration in Levitt communities nationwide. These artists received 23 total nominations across 14 different categories, ranging from traditional country, jazz vocals, songwriting, and more. Check out the…
2025 Levitt Community Spotlights: Middlesboro, Chattanooga, Wilmington, and Selma
Posted OnOctober 23, 2025 byHailing from the Appalachian mountains of Kentucky and Tennessee, the waterways of Delaware, and the magnolia tree-lined streets of Alabama, the four Levitt communities we are spotlighting this month have their own unique pride of place. Uniting them all is their free, outdoor music series programs, which have helped drive resurgences in their cities, revitalize…
2025 Levitt Community Spotlights: Harrisonburg, Cumberland, Sheboygan, St. Johnsbury, & Utica
These five, unique towns and cities across the country are closing out the summer with free, outdoor Levitt concerts from renowned musical artists performing in a wide array of genres. Cultural activities at the concerts often go beyond the music, including mural-making, clay stamping, and even an instrument petting zoo where kids can try out…
Levitt AMP Woonsocket Featured in The Valley Breeze
NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley, the nonprofit presenting Levitt AMP Woonsocket, and the organization behind the redevelopment of three historic mill buildings in the Millrace District of downtown Woonsocket, has secured a $150,000 grant from the Main Street Rhode Island Streetscape Improvement Fund and $295,000 from the Site Readiness Program. Valley Breeze reporter Corey Plant sat…
2025 Levitt Community Spotlights: Soldotna, Galva, Gallup, Woonsocket, Chicago, Colusa, Carson City & Stevens Point
Posted OnJuly 31, 2025 byFrom Alaska to Rhode Island, this month’s Levitt Community Spotlight Series continues with eight towns and cities that have enhanced their cultural offerings—giving locals the chance to spend summer afternoons and evenings listening to music including Polynesian-Hawaiian reggae, Celtic rock, indie pop, and much more. Audiences across the country experience an array of cultural flavors…
2025 Levitt Community Spotlights: Clinton, Flint, Springfield, Whitesburg, Shenandoah Junction, Green Bay & Earlham
This month, our Levitt Community Spotlight Series continues with seven more exciting towns and cities! Whether you’re deep in the heart of Appalachian coal country or in the “Vehicle City” of Flint, Michigan, the following Levitt AMP Series are a great way to spend a warm summer evening under the stars. You could be dancing to…
Levitt AMP Galva’s John Taylor Featured in River Cities’ Reader
John Taylor, an Iraq war veteran and computer programmer turned volunteer and booking lead for Levitt AMP Galva, was featured in local outlet River Cities’ Reader. Journalist Jonathan Turner spotlighted Taylor’s extraordinary contributions and impact in his community through music and free live concerts—both as part of the Levitt series, and in his own front…
Celebrating 10 Years of #MusicMoves!
Over the past decade, free Levitt concerts have inspired audiences across the country to share their #MusicMoves on Instagram, showcasing photos and videos that capture the energy and excitement of their Levitt concert experience. More than just a way for concertgoers to share how much fun they’re having, #MusicMoves is a national campaign that connects…