Bound by both marriage and music, Grace Adele and Keenan Wade have built a life around the timeless sounds of Western swing. Rooted in classic songwriting and shaped by a deep respect for tradition, The Farmer & Adele reimagine the modern cowboy and cowgirl with one foot firmly planted in the past and the other pointed toward the future. Now based in Nashville, TN, they continue to carry this music forward as a living, evolving tradition. Together with their daughter, they are creating a family legacy grounded in artistry, curiosity, and care.​

 

Recognized as leaders in the modern revival of Western swing and roots music, The Farmer & Adele have been honored with two Ameripolitan Awards—Western Swing Female of the Year (2019) and Western Swing Band of the Year (2020). Their performances are known not only for musical excellence, but for their welcoming, educational spirit, inviting audiences of all ages into the rich history behind the songs.​

 

Over the years, their creative path has expanded far beyond the stage. From their daily radio show, On The Trail with The Farmer & Adele, to the release of Songs for Lil’ Cowpokes, a children’s album designed to introduce young listeners to roots music, the band continues to explore new ways of sharing Western swing. Their forthcoming full-length album, Old + New Western Classics, reflects this same philosophy—honoring tradition while reimagining it for a new generation.

 

​One of their most cherished traditions is the annual Country and Western Christmas Party tour, which has traveled nationwide for nearly a decade. Blending classic holiday standards, original Christmas songs, and a Western swing–inspired take on The Nutcracker, the show has become a seasonal gathering point for families and fans. This spirit of collaboration and reinvention is also reflected in their recent holiday single with Paul Kowert of The Punch Brothers.​

 

Staying true to their multidisciplinary roots, The Farmer & Adele are currently developing a live puppet show that brings together music, storytelling, and education. Co-written with Texas Bix Bender of Riders Radio Theatre fame and developed in partnership with Nashville Metro Arts, the production explores themes of food sustainability, roots music, and celebrating our differences through a cast of playful characters including Hank Snowpea, Elvis Parsley, and Tater Swift.

 

 With the sounds of classic Western swing in their hearts and the future always in sight, Grace Adele & Keenan continue to build a body of work that unites family, tradition, and innovation. From Ohio to Nashville and beyond, The Farmer & Adele invite audiences of all ages to step into a world where music connects generations and stories are meant to be shared.​

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