Musicians & Bands · Folk
Book Rising Appalachia
Rising Appalachia is the folk collective led by sisters Leah Song and Chloe Smith, two multi-instrumentalists whose sound draws on Atlanta, New Orleans and the Blue Ridge Mountains of southern Appalachia. Onstage they weave banjo, fiddle, cello, djembe, upright bass, world percussion and baritone guitar into a blend of Americana, folk, soul and global rhythms. The project began in 2005 when the sisters cut Leah and Chloe in a friend's Atlanta basement as a gift for loved ones; the warm response turned it into a full-time band. Fiercely independent from day one, they have managed and funded their own career, releasing records including Scale Down (2007), The Sails of Self (2010), the fan-funded Filthy Dirty South (2012), Soul Visions (2013), Wider Circles (2015), Leylines (2019), The Lost Mystique of Being in the Know (2021), Folk & Anchor (2024) and Trade My Troubles (2026). Known for pairing music with community and activism, Rising Appalachia has played festivals around the world, bringing rich sibling harmonies and a deeply rooted, communal live experience.
- Genres: folk
- Active since 2005
- Category: Musician
Estimated fee range
How much does Rising Appalachia cost?
Our estimate puts Rising Appalachia's booking fee in the Under $25K range. Treat it as a planning estimate rather than a quote: dates, location, event type and travel, production and hospitality all affect the final cost.
*Estimate only. Not a quote. Actual fees depend on date, location, travel and event details.
Video
Rising Appalachia - Silver (with Leah Song) (LIVE from Preservation Hall) · Rising Appalachia Watch on YouTube
Career timeline
Milestones
- Released the album Leah and Chloe
- Released the album Scale Down
- Released the album The Sails of Self
- Released the album Filthy Dirty South
- Released the album Soul Visions
- Released the album Wider Circles
- Released the album Remast
- Released the album Leylines
- Released the album The Lost Mystique of Being in the Know
- Released the album Folk & Anchor
Similar talent
If you like Rising Appalachia
FAQ
Booking Rising Appalachia: questions
What is the typical fee range for Rising Appalachia?
Our estimate puts Rising Appalachia in the Under $25K range (estimate).
Who is similar to Rising Appalachia but in a higher fee range?
If the budget allows, similar active acts in a higher estimated range include Sun Kil Moon, Becky Stark, Langhorne Slim.
How do I send a booking inquiry for Rising Appalachia?
Use the availability form on this page with your date, city, event type and budget range. Altus Entertainment contacts Rising Appalachia's representatives and replies within one business day; there is no cost to ask.
What is Rising Appalachia's booking fee?
The estimated booking fee for Rising Appalachia is Under $25K (estimate).
How much does it cost to book Rising Appalachia?
Plan for an estimated Under $25K for the fee itself, plus travel, production and hospitality. Altus Entertainment will confirm the real number for your date.
Who is Rising Appalachia's booking agent?
c-e-l-e-b.com is operated by Altus Entertainment, a celebrity booking agency. Altus does not claim to represent Rising Appalachia; it contacts Rising Appalachia's representatives on your behalf to check availability and negotiate terms.
How do I book Rising Appalachia?
Send the inquiry form with your event date, location, budget range and event type. Altus Entertainment responds within one business day.
Booking desk
Interested in booking Rising Appalachia?
Paid bookings only. Booking terms and disclosures
Request received