SONGWRITERS

  • Poster for SIP Bourbon Traill music event featuring Eric Paslay, with a portrait of a bearded man wearing a black baseball cap and black jacket, sitting in a field of tall grass against a cloudy sky.

    Eric Paslay

    “EVEN IF IT BREAKS YOUR HEART”

    Eric Paslay is one of Nashville’s most gifted hitmakers with a laundry list of songs recorded by some of Music City’s most successful acts. Eric’s talent goes far beyond just being a songwriter as he is also an incredible artist in his own right with adoring fans in both the US & Europe. Eric’s songs include “Even If It Breaks Your Heart”, “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” & many many others.

    Eric’s Website

  • Concert poster featuring a male musician singing into a microphone and playing an electric guitar, with text about the Bardstown music event in Kentucky, October 21-25, 2025, starring David Ryan Harris.

    David Ryan Harris

    “A WORLD WIDE ATLANTA LEGEND”

    David Ryan Harris is an Atlanta native who is undeniably one of the most gifted singers, songwriters and musicians to ever come out of Georgia. DRH has written songs for Tedeschi Trucks, Marc Broussard, Hootie & the Blowfish and more while also touring the world as both an accomplished solo artist and with his long time friend/collaborator John Mayer. With a voice that seems almost otherworldly and guitar work that makes even the best musicians stop and take notice David Ryan is a blessing to have on any SIP line up.

    David Ryan’s Website

  • Poster for Songwriters in Paradise Bardstown music event featuring Lauren Jenkins, October 21-25, 2025, Kentucky, with a woman in a patterned top and rings, standing against a rocky background.

    Lauren Jenkins

    “A VOICE YOU CAN’T IGNORE”

    Lauren Jenkins is a Fort Worth, Texas native who has one of those beautifully unmistakable voices that makes you believe every single word she is singing. Lauren, who has toured the US, & Europe, with Lady A, Eric Paslay & even Willie Nelson and the Family Band, is currently working on a brand new studio album produced by SIP Family member, Kristian Bush, which means there are a lot of good things ahead for LJ.

    Lauren’s Website

  • Ben Chapman

    “GEORGIA ALWAYS ON HIS MIND”

    LaFayette, Georgia native Ben Chapman, has written songs recorded by Muscadine Bloodline, Brent Cobb, Hayes Carll, & more. His new album, “Feet on Fire”, blends classic southern-rock and country in a way that somehow sounds like the best music of 2026 and 1971 at the same time. Ben is a monster guitar player, wonderful songwriter, and even better human being so we are thrilled to have him back for his 2nd straight SIP Bourbon Trail adventure.

    Ben’s Website

  • Event poster for SIP Bourbon Trail.  Patrick Davis with guitar in gold with dark blue border.

    Patrick Davis

    “SIP’S FEARLESS LEADER”

    Patrick Davis is an American songwriter, performer, television host, and the Poet Laureate of South Carolina. His work has been recorded by artists including Guy Clark, Jimmy Buffett, Darius Rucker, Jewel, Imelda May, Morgan Wallen, and Robert Randolph, while his own catalog has earned him a devoted following nationwide. Davis is also the host of the national PBS/APT/ETV series Southern Songwriters w/ Patrick Davis, the founder of the exclusive Songwriters in Paradise series, and the writer and performer of “Carolina When I Die,” now officially recognized as a South Carolina State Song.

    Patrick’s Website

  • Meg McRee

    “A NEW NASHVILLE SOUND”

    Meg McRee is fast becoming one of Nashville’s most intriguing voices & songwriters. Besides playing as an artist on stages from the Grand Ole Opry to Stagecoach Meg has also had he songs recorded by artists like Ella Langley, Grace Potter, Elle King & others. This will be Meg’s very first SIP and we of course could not be happier to have someone as talented, & in demand, as Meg joining us in Kentucky.

    Meg’s Website

  • Levi Lowrey

    “MELODY MAKER”

    Levi Lowrey is a singer, songwriter, guitar player and fiddle master from the small town of Dacula, Georgia. Levi has been both a headliner and side man during his twenty plus year career with stints opening & touring with Zac Brown Band, Yesterday’s Wine & many more. Although Levi has written hits for others, including the #1 hit “Colder Weather” for ZBB, the SIP Family is happiest when we hear the songs he has written for his own projects, like the beautiful “Light of Dawn” and the always fun “All American”.

    Levi’s Website

  • Seth Walker

    “NORTH CAROLINA RENAISSANCE MAN”

    Seth Walker is a North Carolina based singer-songwriter who for the past 3 decades has been touring the world with his unique blend of songwriting wit, vintage vocals & Appalachian country blues guitar playing. Seth has released 10 albums, toured with & played on stage with Delbert McClinton, the Mavericks and Marc Broussard, and has even written a book. SIP Bourbon Trail will be Seth’s fun 4th SIP and as always we are thrilled to here his songs, guitar skills & stories.

    Seth’s Website

  • A promotional poster for the event "Songwriters in Paradise Bourbon Trail" features a portrait of musician Tim Nichols holding an acoustic guitar and smiling. The event takes place from October 15 to October 17, 2026.

    Tim Nichols

    “HALL OF FAMER”

    Tim Nichols is one of Music City’s most decorated songwriters with hits spanning 4 decades. Tim has written songs for Alan Jackson, Keith Whitley, Dustin Lynch and many many more… with his biggest hits being the country radio classic “Live Like You Were Dying” & “Heads Carolina, Tails California”. SIP Bourbon Trail will be Tim’s 6th SIP and we could not be more excited to welcome him back.

    Tim’s Website

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