Bands of Enchantment
Step into the high desert magic of Bands of Enchantment, a global music phenomenon television series and festival experience like no other, where boundary-breaking sound meets the soul of the Southwest. Filmed live in downtown Albuquerque against the cinematic backdrop of New Mexico - the Land of Enchantment. Bands of Enchantment: Albuquerque Sessions brings together rock, indie, hip-hop, country, folk, LatinX, and more in a celebration of raw artistry, cultural fusion, and creative freedom. What started as a homegrown love letter to music and diversity has become an Emmy-winning and internationally streamed television series and now music festival, welcoming artists from around the globe and championing New Mexican artists to perform on an international stage. From rising stars to iconic trailblazers, each session captures the electricity of live performance in a uniquely Albuquerque setting. Broadcasting on PBS across the U.S. and streaming worldwide on TUBI, Prime Video, The Roku Channel, All Arts, and more, the series has racked up critical acclaim, including an Emmy Award, multiple Telly Awards for Best Television Series, and the New Mexico Entertainment Award for Best Production. Whether you're catching the beat on screen or dancing in the streets at our annual downtown Albuquerque festival, Bands of Enchantment is a movement where music meets mystique, and the world comes to play.
- 2021-2026
- 5 seasons
- Music
Step into the high desert magic of Bands of Enchantment, a global music phenomenon television series and festival experience like no other, where boundary-breaking sound meets the soul of the Southwest. Filmed live in downtown Albuquerque against the cinematic backdrop of New Mexico - the Land of Enchantment. Bands of Enchantment: Albuquerque Sessions brings together rock, indie, hip-hop, country, folk, LatinX, and more in a celebration of raw artistry, cultural fusion, and creative freedom. What started as a homegrown love letter to music and diversity has become an Emmy-winning and internationally streamed television series and now music festival, welcoming artists from around the globe and championing New Mexican artists to perform on an international stage. From rising stars to iconic trailblazers, each session captures the electricity of live performance in a uniquely Albuquerque setting. Broadcasting on PBS across the U.S. and streaming worldwide on TUBI, Prime Video, The Roku Channel, All Arts, and more, the series has racked up critical acclaim, including an Emmy Award, multiple Telly Awards for Best Television Series, and the New Mexico Entertainment Award for Best Production. Whether you're catching the beat on screen or dancing in the streets at our annual downtown Albuquerque festival, Bands of Enchantment is a movement where music meets mystique, and the world comes to play.
Season 5 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2026
Episode 1
Pacifica
Thu, Jan 1, 2026
Delivering a high-voltage fusion of punk, electropop, and synth-pop, Pacífica (Argentina) ignites the stage with bold originality and raw emotion. Their electrifying sound turns every beat into an adrenaline rush built for the dance floor.
Episode 2
La Vida Bohème
Sat, Feb 7, 2026
Two-time Latin Grammy winners La Vida Bohème electrify the stage with their signature fusion of post-punk, electronic, and Latin rhythms. Celebrated for their bold sound, these icons deliver protest, passion, and pure sonic fire.
Episode 3
Los 33 + JD Nash and the Rash of Cash
Sat, Feb 14, 2026
Two local favorites transform the stage. Los 33 bring the heat with an explosive fusion of Latin rock, funk, and Chicano soul. Next, JD Nash and the Rash of Cash deliver with alt-country, soulful originals, and Southwest swagger.
Episode 4
Griffin William Sherry
Sat, Feb 21, 2026
Griffin William Sherry takes the stage with his unmistakable voice and roots-driven storytelling. With stripped-down instrumentation, he delivers a performance that captures the joy, struggle, and quiet beauty of small-town life.
Episode 5
Violet Rising + Crime Lab
Sat, Feb 28, 2026
Episode 5 brings two powerhouses that are redefining New Mexico's sound. Violet Rising storms the KiMo with sultry psychedelic rock and raw rebellion. Next, Crime Lab takes the stage with a blast of punk, synth, and electroclash energy.
Episode 6
Annie DiRusso
Annie DiRusso delivers a sound that's equal parts grunge, grit, and indie heart. A rising force in modern rock, Annie proves why she's one of the most exciting voices of her generation-from blistering anthems to vulnerable confessionals.
Episode 7
Sgt. Splendor
This Albuquerque-based alt-funk powerhouse turns up the heat with grit, groove, and Southwestern soul. Sgt. Splendor blends blues, rock, and desert-folk into equal parts swagger and soul, delivering a set that burns hot and hits deep.
Episode 8
Midnight Generation
Midnight Generation is fresh off ACL Festival and Outside Lands, bringing a neon-soaked explosion of funk, disco, and synth-pop straight from Mexico. With retro grooves, this band transforms the KiMo Theatre into an all-out dance floor.
Episode 9
Adrian Quesada Trio Asesino
Tue, Mar 24, 2026
Grammy-winning. Oscar-nominated. Unstoppable. The visionary behind Black Pumas, ignites the stage with his new project, Trio Asesino. Blending psychedelic soul, Latin rock, and deep funk, this is a masterclass in instrumental storytelling.
Episode 10
Arrested Development
Sat, Apr 4, 2026
The Grammy-winning pioneers of Afrocentric hip-hop, soul, and funk, take over the Festival stage for a finale that's pure fire and spirit. Under the desert sky, their performance is more than a concert; it's electric and unapologetic.