The 2025 Barn Concert Series comes to a close Thursday with the final show of the season at the Mac Davis Road venue. Beat Root Revival, with special guests King Margo, will perform in Columbus for the occasion.
Beat Root Revival is a multi-instrumentalist roots duo blending elements of folk, blues, country and rock ‘n’ roll into a melodic sound powered by the harmonies of Andrea Magee and Ben Jones.
Originally from England and Ireland, Jones and Magee came to the United States in 2014 seeking a new life and a chance to share their music more widely. With just a guitar, a bodhrán and a passion for songwriting, the pair settled in Austin, Texas, where they built an ever-growing fan base while performing regularly and writing prolifically.
Born and raised in Belfast, Magee has emerged as one of the most compelling live performers in Austin’s vibrant music scene. A master of the bodhrán — a traditional Celtic drum — and a multi-instrumentalist, she captivates audiences with dynamic performances that blend traditional and contemporary sounds. Her songwriting and soulful voice are deeply rooted in her personal experiences and cultural heritage.
Magee is also the founder of Music Helps, a nonprofit organization providing music workshops for children at Helping Hand Home for Children. Through the program, local musicians connect with at-risk youth, offering creative outlets and emotional support while creating employment opportunities for artists. In addition, Magee serves as festival director for She Rises Fest in Taos, New Mexico, an annual event celebrating women in music and the arts.
Jones, an English singer, songwriter, musician and producer, was a founding member of The Lovedays and The Rifle Volunteers. He has released two solo albums, along with records from those groups, before teaming up with Magee to form Beat Root Revival.
Opening the show is King Margo, a Nashville-based alt-country/Americana duo composed of Lucciana Costa and Rachel Coats. Known for sharp songwriting and rich harmonies, King Margo’s 2023 album Waters Rise was praised by Saving Country Music for its “interesting and curious textures throughout, unique and unexpected approaches to songs, and inspired songwriting graced by soaring performances.”
The duo has toured extensively, supporting artists such as Gabe Lee, Susan Werner and Jason Eady. Columbus audiences may remember King Margo’s appearance at The Barn last June, when they shared the stage with Gabe Lee — a memorable night that was nearly upstaged by a nearby house fire just before showtime.
As always, The Barn will offer free dinner and complimentary soft drinks and beer. For this show, the meal will be provided by Hank’s Championship BBQ. Donation jars will be available to support Helping Hands, a Lowndes County food bank. At the previous concert, attendees raised $2,953 for the local Habitat for Humanity chapter.
“The night is going to be something special,” said Steve Ellis, co-founder of The Barn. “Not only are we going to have outstanding music, great food and an opportunity to assist Helping Hands with their mission, but we’re also announcing our 2026 Barn Concert Series lineup.”
Ellis said the new season will feature “an eclectic slate of artists who are going to wow our audiences.” The full schedule will be announced publicly Nov. 1.
The Thursday concert will also be the first chance to reserve 2026 season tickets. Season passes cost $150 for six concerts. Individual show tickets go on sale Jan. 1 for $30 each.
Although this is The Barn’s final show of 2025, the Ellises will produce an additional event at the Columbus Arts Council on Nov. 14. The show will feature Ordinary Elephant, the 2018 International Folk Artists of the Year, with support from Philadelphia artist Sug Daniels.
Tickets for both concerts are available at www.barnconcertseries.com. The Beat Root Revival show is $30, and the Ordinary Elephant concert at the CAC is $20. The Barn is located at 136 Mac Davis Road. Parking and dinner begin at 6 p.m., and the music starts at 7 p.m.
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