G. Love & Special Sauce, The Lone Bellow, and The Infamous Stringdusters to headline opening lineup at Coach Music

The Peace Center’s 35th season continues to deliver big news with the announcement of the first three acts booked for Coach Music Factory, a new two-story, standing-room-only live music space set to open in early 2026. The first announced shows are G. Love & Special Sauce (Feb. 7, 2026), The Lone Bellow (March 27, 2026), and The Infamous Stringdusters (April 26, 2026).

“Coach Music Factory will bring an entirely new energy to downtown Greenville,” said Peace Center CEO Megan Riegel. “From the start, this space has been envisioned as a vibrant venue where artists and audiences can connect in a uniquely immersive, high-energy environment.”

Coach Music Factory is destined to redefine Greenville’s live music scene. By repurposing the historic Roe Coach Factory on the Peace Center campus, Coach Music Factory will be one-of-a-kind, providing an all-new concert experience with a vintage vibe. 

Designed to host a wide range of genres — from rock, pop, and country to jazz, R&B, electronic dance, and beyond — Coach Music Factory will have a club-like atmosphere for music lovers who want to experience performances up close and on their feet. 

Coach Music Factory completes the Peace Center’s new constellation of performance spaces that includes the Peace Concert Hall, Gunter Theatre, The Mockingbird and The Pavilion. With five performance venues and five additional event spaces across 6-acres, the Peace Center continues its 35-year evolution as The Place to Be.

Details about the first scheduled performances at Coach Music Factory follow: 

1. G. Love & Special Sauce

Saturday, February 7 @ 8:00 p.m.

Known for their infectious blend of blues, hip-hop, and laid-back groove, G. Love & Special Sauce have been delivering feel-good, genre-bending performances for more than three decades. Fronted by singer and guitarist Garrett “G. Love” Dutton, the Philadelphia-born trio is celebrated for hits like “Cold Beverage” and “Baby’s Got Sauce,” and for their signature sound that fuses Delta blues guitar riffs with old-school rap rhythms. With their unmistakable vibe and irresistible energy, G. Love & Special Sauce promise an upbeat, soul-soaked night that will get the crowd moving from the first note.

The Lone Bellow

Friday, March 27 @ 8:00 p.m.

Brooklyn-born and Nashville-based, The Lone Bellow have built a devoted following for their soaring harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and electrifying live performances. Blending Americana, folk, and soul, the trio—Zach Williams, Kanene Donehey Pipkin, and Brian Elmquist—crafts emotionally rich music that’s as powerful as it is personal. From anthemic crowd-pleasers to tender, harmony-driven ballads, The Lone Bellow bring an authenticity and warmth to the stage that transforms every show into a shared experience. 

The Infamous Stringdusters

Sunday, April 26 @ 8:00 p.m.

Five-time Grammy nominees and 2018 Grammy winners for Best Bluegrass Album, The Infamous Stringdusters are redefining the modern acoustic sound. Fusing bluegrass instrumentation with rock, jam, and Americana influences, the band’s high-energy performances showcase dazzling musicianship and an adventurous spirit. Renowned for their improvisational live shows and seamless interplay, The Infamous Stringdusters deliver an exhilarating experience that bridges genres and keeps audiences coming back for more.

Tickets for all three performances go on sale Friday, November 21 at 10 a.m. ET at peacecenter.org. 

Stay tuned for more details about Coach Music Factory and The Mockingbird opening in the weeks ahead.