Bristol Sessions

The Bristol Sessions, held between 1927 and 1928 in Bristol, Tennessee, were a series of influential recordings that helped shape country and folk music. Record labels brought together local musicians to record their songs, capturing authentic Appalachian sounds. These sessions introduced influential artists like Jimmie Rodgers and the Carter Family, whose music became foundational to country music’s development. The Bristol Sessions are often called the birth of modern country music, highlighting their crucial role in discovering and promoting regional talent that influenced the genre’s future.