Article Contributed by McGuckin Entertainment PR
Published on 2026-04-28
Big Love Car Wash, the Austin-based Americana band, heads overseas this summer for its debut European tour, bringing a dynamic blend of bluegrass, roots, and storytelling to audiences across Denmark, Sweden, England, and Ireland.
Known for their infectious stage presence and genre-blurring sound, the band’s lineup features Sol Chase (mandolin, bouzouki, vocals), whose Colorado roots and current home base in Cloughjordan, Ireland add a fresh transatlantic perspective.
Core members Everett Wren (fiddle) and David Rabinowicz (guitar) anchor the group’s sound, while acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Carol Anne Bosco joins on upright bass for the tour, further expanding the band’s musical depth.
Formed in 2022, Big Love Car Wash quickly built a reputation for pushing beyond traditional bluegrass, blending Americana, folk, and roots influences into a sound that is both high-energy and emotionally resonant.
Their songwriting, shared among three members, explores themes of empathy, environmental awareness, social justice, and community, all delivered through vivid storytelling and buoyant instrumentation.
Their debut album Daydream (June 2025) captures this spirit, pairing reflective, heartfelt lyrics with lively, roots-driven arrangements that mirror the band’s dynamic live performances.
The band’s name itself reflects their ethos of connection and shared experience. Coined by the late Jeff Austin of Yonder Mountain String Band, the phrase “big love car wash” describes the powerful, communal energy exchanged between performers and audience.
The upcoming tour marks a milestone as the band expands into international markets, connecting with global audiences.
Kicking off May 29 in Copenhagen, the run includes a mix of festivals and intimate venues, with highlights including an appearance at Haga Bluegrass Festival and multiple stops across Ireland.
“This tour is a dream for us,” says Sol. “We’ve always been inspired by the global community around bluegrass and Americana music, and we’re excited to share what we do with new audiences across Europe.”
Big Love Car Wash 2026 European Tour Dates
May 24 – Grevengrass Festival
May 29 – Danish Bluegrass Music Association – Copenhagen, Denmark
May 30 – Haga Bluegrass Festival – Gothenburg, Sweden
May 31 – The Bossanyi Studio – London, UK
June 1 – Levis Corner House – Ballydehob, Ireland
June 2 – WeCreate – Cloughjordan, Ireland
June 4 – Galway Folk Festival – Galway, Ireland
June 5 – Westport Bluegrass Festival – Westport, Ireland
June 6 – Westport Bluegrass Festival – Westport, Ireland
June 7 – Campbell’s Tavern – Headford, Ireland
More information is available at www.biglovecarwash.com.
