"Rolling Stone" called the HillBenders’ bluegrass cover of “Tommy” one of the “50 Best Things We Saw At SXSW 2015.”

The original rock opera composed by guitarist Pete Townshend tells the story about a deaf, dumb and blind boy, including his experiences with life and the relationship with his family. Conceived and produced by SXSW co-founder and longtime musician/producer Louis Jay Meyers, this Bluegrass Opry brings a new perspective to Tommy while paying total respect to its creators. It’s amazing to hear banjo, dobro, mandolin, bass, and guitar bring the same energy and vision to Tommy as The Who did with a full rock band and orchestra.