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500 Miles to Memphis is an Americana Punk Rock powerhouse from Cincinnati, OH. Their music is a cross-genre blend of country, Americana, bluegrass, and punk rock. The band formed in 2003 and since then they have released four full-length studio albums, one EP, and one live album.  Their music has received international praise, won multiple awards, and been licensed to numerous movies, tv shows, and video games.  They have toured relentlessly since 2003.

PRESS:

"If you like country-punk, these guys are the reigning kings." - Stephen Carradini, Independent Clauses

"Bridging the spirit of sweaty punk and old-school country, 500 MILES TO MEMPHIS is irresistible." - CiN Weekly

"500MTM is one of the best and beloved bands known for getting people who hate country to make an exception on their behalf." - No Depression

"a kick-ass Rock/Pop band with AltCountry/Roots tendencies." - Mike Breen

 "Incredibly dark, sinister and unbelievably brilliant..." - Dayton City Paper

AWARDS:

Winner of the 2005 Cincinnati Entertainment Award for best Roots/Americana/Folk
Nominated for the 2006 CEA for best Rock
Winner of the 2007 CEA for best Live Act
Winner of the 2007 CEA for best Rock
Nominated for the 2007 CEA for Album of The Year
Nominated for the 2007 CEA for Artist of the Year
Winner or the 2008 CEA for best Rock
Nominated for the 2010 CEA for Album of the Year
Winner of the 2011 CEA for Best Live Act
Winner of the 2012 CEA for Best Live Act
Winner of the 2013 CEA for Best Live Act
Nominated for the 2015 CEA for Album of the Year