Chad Nickell & The Loose Change

Best described as "Appalachian Jam", Chad Nickell & The Loose Change's extensive self-written catalog beautifully meshes everything from heartfelt Americana/Folk ("Amazing"), roots-infused honky-tonk bangers ("Cry Me A River Song" and "Queen of a Small Town), as well as hip-shaking psychedelic jams ("Silhouette"). With no two shows ever being the same, Chad and the gang enthrall listeners with an unscripted yet charismatic and sonically charged performance weaving in and out of different genres, hence the name, "Loose Change". 

They've shared the stage with many regional & national acts along the way, including The Larry Keel Experience, Cracker, The Vegabonds, Joe Lawlor, Parmalee, Uncle Kracker, as well as making their Floydfest debut as part of the 2024 "Local Love" lineup. They were also favored enough to share the bill with heavy hitters such as Les Claypool, Big Something, Infamous Stringdusters, Sierra Hull, Andy Frasco and many more at 2023's Mountain Music Fest.