Prairie Meadows Live at the Temple Concert Series 2026-27 Season Overview
April 27, 2026From global rhythms and soul-stirring vocals to funk, folk, and blues that fill the room, the 2026–27 Prairie Meadows Live at the Temple Series brings together artists from around the world—each with a sound all their own. Every night offers something different, but one thing stays the same: music that moves you.
Alysha Brilla | October 2, 2026 | Folk & Pop
Alysha Brilla is a three-time Juno Award-nominated songwriter, producer and electrifying live performer, as well as the 2025 Women in Music International Leadership Honoree and a 2024 Canadian Screen Award nominee. Sounds of earth, songs of stars.
Rooted in her Indo-Tanzanian heritage and shaped by the Great Lakes in Canada, Brilla’s sound is distinctly unique. Driven by global percussion, percussive guitar and soaring vocals, Brilla’s sound is a transcendent call and response – creating a live show that is more than a performance; it is an interactive, embodied experience.
Oh He Dead | October 23, 2026 | R&B & Soul
Washington DC’s Oh He Dead brings their funky, poppy rock vibes wherever they go. Led by CJ Bowlin’ Johnson and her golden pipes, the five-piece group includes lead guitarist Alex Salser, Colin Sidley on bass, Adam Ashforth on drums, and Piano Whitman on keys. The close-knit crew is known for their contagious joy, and for putting on a hell of a live show as Johnson “maneuvers her powerful voice — a combination of Stevie Nicks and Tracy Chapman” (Kojo Nnamdi) in rhythm with the band’s “sublime instrumentation” (NPR) and “infectious and soulful sound” (Washington Post). Their fourth studio album, Vertigo, is out this fall. Their first single off the album, “Butterfly”, is out now.
Mama Said String Band | November 21, 2026 | Bluegrass & Folk
Mama Said String Band is an instant classic. Since 2016, they’ve been bringing their own brand of grassroots music you’re so used to hearing to stages everywhere. Based out of Louisville, Kentucky, Mama Said String Band brings a refreshing reinvention to Bluegrass, Folk and Americana while focusing on vocal harmonies and contemporary instrumentation. Having won several notable regional awards, including album of the year in the Lexington Music Awards for “Carry the Water” Best Bluegrass Band in the Appalachian Arts and Entertainment Awards, and Bluegrass Artists of the Year in the Lexington Music Awards, and with three nominations under their belt, they have made a notable imprint in the Kentucky music scene. They bring big, relatable emotions and honest songwriting to every show, leaving fans always wanting more.
Alex Cuba | April 16, 2027 | Latin Pop, Funk & Jazz
At the heart of his ability to charm anything that breathes is Alex Cuba’s mastery of a deeper, more important language. The dude speaks joy. And it doesn’t matter if it’s Tito Puente joy or Stevie Wonder joy; it’s contagious. It shines through songs he’s co-written with Nelly Furtado and Jason Mraz. It’s the north star of his compositions.
Wherever his songs start their journey–in the land of longing, deep affection, or even melancholy–they know where they’re headed. Their path leads to a deep, shimmering gladness that everyone wishes was their native tongue. It’s this undeniable exuberance, expressed with masterful musicianship that has catapulted Alex to the highest levels of global critical acclaim. It’s what led this fiercely independent artist to two Juno awards, four Latin Grammys, and a 2022 Grammy for Best Latin Pop Album.
Just like his songs elicit “la-la-las” from audiences without a translator, they woo critics without a middleman. The magic he makes with melody and rhythm can’t be held back. Because in the end, whether in times of trouble or celebration, people everywhere want to go where Alex’s songs are going: to an unconditional sense of home, belonging, and bliss.
The Boneshakers | May 15, 2027 | Blues & Funk
"Poised between Detroit soul, golden-era Muscle Shoals and Dobro porch blues." – Classic Rock Magazine
"The Boneshakers are a soulful tour de force in the way they seem to summon the very essence of R&B and the blues. They are that prolific and that good!" – Big City Rhythm & Blues Magazine
The iconic band is led by world-renowned guitarist Randy Jacobs of Was (Not Was). The Boneshakers and members have toured and recorded with Bonnie Raitt, BB King, Buddy Guy, Seal, Keb Mo, Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Mindi Abair, Bootsy Collins, Tears 4 Fears, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, Iggy Pop… just to name a few. A stirring blend of Detroit soul with Muscle Shoals-style R&B on full display every show.
In 2025, Gulf Coast Records signed The Boneshakers and released the band's 11th album, Live To Be This. Released on July 18, 2025, the album debuted on Billboard Top 10, was featured in Rolling Stone Magazine, and featured special guests Bobby Rush, Charlie Musselwhite, Coco Montoya, Don Was, Jimmy Carpenter and more. It also topped Blues radio charts in the UK, France and Germany.
Five artists. Five distinct sounds. One unforgettable season.
Experience it live, up close, and in the moment. Season tickets are available now!
Listen ahead with our official Spotify playlist featuring every artist in this year’s lineup.
