“The Third Best Band in the Carolinas,” Band of Horses, graced a sold-out Bearsville Theater on the first night of this run in Woodstock. Secret Guest, led by Band of Horses’ own Brett Nash, opened the night with a who’s who of the Carolina music scene.

Words and Photos by Zak Radick for NYS Music

(l-r) Ben Bridwell and Brett Nash of Band of Horses at the Bearsville Theater (June 8, 2025) – photo by Zak Radick for NYS Music

Ben would joke that the audience is more in tune than he is.  Always his toughest critic, his self-deprecating humor only deepened the connection between performer and crowd and it was easy to see how much admiration the fans have for Ben. 

– Zak Radick for NYS Music