The 2024 Awards Show were held on May 2 at the 40 Watt.

2024 show

2024 show ⋆

The 2024 Awards Show was held on Thursday, May 2, at the 40 Watt in downtown Athens.

The Awards Show included featured performances by Caroline Herring, last year’s winner Trvy, and the five finalists for the Vic Chesnutt Songwriter of the Year!

Clove County (AmandaGrace Schiano) was named the 2024 winner!

2023 Winner Trvy, with Classic City Rotary president Michelle Roberts (L) and Vic Chesnutt Songwriter of the Year Chair Ellen Bryson (R)

2024 Finalists

2024 Finalists ⋆

2024 Featured guests

2024 Featured guests ⋆

Caroline aiken & michael wegner


Trvy (Trevor Wiggins)

2023 winner, Trvy, performed his upcoming new music as part of his 2024 appearance.

Caroline Aiken is a singer-songwriter and guitarist whose musical work spans genres including folk, blues, and rock. Similarly, Michael Wegner is a fellow singer-songwriter whose musical abilities compass many different instruments and genres. Caroline and Michael showcased their talents by performing a mix of Caroline's tour repertoire and Michael's own songs. Not only did they perform these tracks together, but they also paid tribute to Vic Chesnutt with a heartfelt rendition of one of his songs. Their seamless collaboration electrified the stage, infusing each note with passion and authenticity that resonated deeply with the audience. Their performance wasn't just a concert; it was a transcendent experience, where every chord strummed and lyric sung seemed to transcend the boundaries of music itself, leaving an indelible mark on all who were fortunate enough to witness it.