Mary Gauthier plays the Ryman, opening for Jason Isbell

By Charlotte Ulman

On October 12th our very own Mary Gauthier opened for Jason Isbell at the Ryman! The Ryman holds a special place in Nashville’s music history, and for Mary to perform on that stage, especially alongside an artist like Jason Isbell, was a significant milestone. This was Mary’s first full set at the Ryman!

The Ryman's atmosphere and acoustics were a perfect match for Mary’s music, allowing her voice and lyrics to fill the room with an intimate, haunting beauty. Songs like “Mercy Now” resonate with themes of resilience, empathy, and redemption. We could see her stories striking a chord with the audience. She ended her set to a complete standing ovation from the crowd! It’s always rewarding to witness Mary’s work touch people in such a powerful way, especially in a venue that has hosted so many of the greats. The audience was drawn into her every word, and the energy in the room was palpable. Check out the videos and pictures below of that night!


Photo Credit: Madison Thorn
Video Credit: Erin Anderson