Irish bluegrass band JigJam has been nominated for an IBMA Momentum Award for Band of the Year. The award ceremony is set to take place Thursday, Sept. 26 in Raleigh, NC.
The Momentum Awards recognize both musicians and bluegrass industry professionals who, in the early stages of their careers, are making significant contributions to or are having a significant influence upon bluegrass music. Nominees are chosen through a multi-stage process by committees made up of respected musicians and industry leaders in the bluegrass world.
“We are beyond honored to be nominated for this award,” said JigJam. “To be recognized by the incredible bluegrass community amongst such wonderful talent means the world to us, especially being from Ireland.”
JigJam’s latest album ACROSS THE POND debuted March 1. The 12-track collection released to acclaim, landing on must-listen lists from Entertainment Tonight and No Depression. American Songwriter said listening to the album is "like stepping back in time and hearing the roots of American ‘grass."
JigJam has been taking the beloved music on the road, performing at sold-out stops across the country including major festivals like Merlefest, DelFest and more. The four-piece is known for their electric live show, earning a standing ovation at the Grand Ole’ Opry debut.
To learn more and see upcoming tour dates, visit: https://www.jigjam.ie/tour/.
About JigJam
When virtuoso Irish playing jumps the pond running naked through the wide-open fields of bluegrass/Americana JigJam is born. Bluegrass and American Folk music originated from the group’s home, and now JigJam is here to take it back! JigJam made its Grand Ole Opry Debut in Nashville in March 2023 to critical acclaim, receiving a standing ovation from a sold-out crowd on Country Music’s biggest stage. The group was joined on the night by Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Steve Earle, Lauren Alaina, and many more. This Offaly and Tipperary-born band has started the first wave of attack in the new Irish invasion of Americana. ‘Foot stomping’, ‘high energy’ badassery is what you’re in for when you see this musical powerhouse live in concert. Founding members from Offaly Jamie McKeogh (Lead singer and guitar) and Daithi Melia (5 String Banjo and Dobro) were joined by Tipperary-born Gavin Strappe (Mandolin and Tenor Banjo) in 2016. This year they are joined by Kevin Buckley (Fiddle) to make up this iGrass (Irish Bluegrass) quartet. Described as ‘The best Irish band in bluegrass’ and ‘sparkling, infectious’ these lads have been hailed as ‘Ireland’s answer to New Grass Revival’ Bluegrass has its roots in Irish music and Irish immigration. iGrass and JigJam is what happens when the Irish find their prodigal son. For more information, visit JigJam.ie.
