The roots and Americana-oriented Old Settler’s Music Festival returns to the Salt Lick BBQ Pavilion and Camp Ben McCulloch in Driftwood, Texas, April 19-22. Although now in its 25th year, the festival is not as well-known outside the state as some others in the Austin area – and that’s part of its allure. Old Settler’s Music Festival also takes place during what’s usually (though not guaranteed) the height of Texas Hill Country’s bluebonnet and wildflower season.

Old Settler’s has a more casual and laid-back vibe and may not draw as much attention as SXSW, the Austin City Limits and Kerrville Folk festivals, but it certainly does feature a diverse array of talented performers. Among those in this year’s lineup are singer-songwriter Marshall Crenshaw (best known for his 1982 pop hit “Someday, Some Way”); the Celtic band Gaelic Storm; Boston-based singer-songwriter Eilen Jewell; folk-soul singer Amos Lee; Lafayette, Louisiana-based Cajun artists Pine Leaf Boys; jam band Railroad Earth, Austin’s own Bob Schneider and James McMurtry; and rising star Sarah Jarosz, who won the festival’s first Youth Competition ten years ago. Bluegrass will be well-represented by Audie Blaylock, Dale Ann Bradley, Greensky Bluegrass, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Psychograss (featuring Darol Anger, Mike Marshall, Tony Trischka, David Grier and Todd Phillips), Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen, and 2011 IBMA Entertainers of the Year – The Steep Canyon Rangers.

In addition to concerts on several stages, there will be performance workshops led by notable artists, jam sessions, an arts and crafts area, a youth talent competition and children’s activities, and lots of tasty barbecue.

Discounted admission wristbands – single-day and full weekend with and without camping — are available online through April 6. For more information and to buy tickets in advance, visit www.oldsettlersmusicfest.org.