Past Performers

Tom VandenAvond is a country/folk singer born and raised in Green Bay, Wisconsin.  Known for his quiet raspy voice and ego-free approach to sharing stories through music.  He lived in …

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Matt Axton is a gifted singer/songwriter. Granted, that’s a claim made by many artists that inhabit the world of Americana these days, but in Matt’s case, it’s more than a …

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We are honored to have Margo Cilker back on our stage to share her excellent songs and self.  Her songs are powerful yet relatable; telling stories rooted in place, experience, …

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Learn more about the history and cultural significance of Nevada’s official state drink, the Picon Punch. Join Nevada Humanities for a free screening of the documentary film Piconland on Wednesday, …

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Hailing from Santa Cruz, CA, Poi Rogers performs original and vintage American roots music, with Gerard Egan doubling on acoustic guitar and triple neck steel and Carolyn Sills on standup …

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Weaving together modern and traditional styles of American music, Never Come Down is a Portland, Oregon based band composed of Joe Suskind (guitar), Crystal Lariza (vocals), Lillian Sawyer (fiddle), and …

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Join us for an evening  with Native Nevadan, Dale Erquiaga, while he shares his books inspired by the experiences of his Basque relatives and their lives in Nevada. His book …

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To classify Chris Duarte simply as a Blues Man is an understatement.  In his own words, “rockin’ blues” or ”punk blues” describes him best.  “Ferocious blues” also fits.  Legend has it …

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ALBUM RELEASE SHOW: Jade Brodie-Horse Money   From the beginning, Jade Brodie has paved her own way. Armed with life experience and the truth, Brodie has begun to carve out …

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From Iceland to Italy, and all over the U.S., San Francisco based band Dirty Cello brings the world a high energy and unique spin on bluegrass and Americana.  With wild …

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Hannah Juanita left her home state of Tennessee in her early twenties, excited to meet the world. She travelled in search of herself, worked odd jobs, and spent countless nights …

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Kyle-Matthew Taylor writes Americana songs rooted in earnest storytelling and the grit and grace of lived experience. His sound pulls from the quiet growl of Gillian Welch, the wry storytelling …

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Lacy J. Dalton is a Grammy nominated singer/songwriter from Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. She’s one of the most instantly recognizable voices in music – the woman People Magazine called “Country’s Bonnie Raitt.” …

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Join us for a double bill with Winnemucca Brown and Kepi Ghoulie. Kepi Ghoulie, punk rock's eternal optimist, is the founder of the Groovie Ghoulies and now a prolific songwriter/solo …

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Mike Beck is an engaging acoustic solo artist who regularly performs in the United States and Europe. He is a regularly featured performer at The National Cowboy Poetry and Music …

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A talk by Mike Beck for anyone interested in finding inspiration in their craft.  Whether that’s guitar, horses, songwriting, or living with passion: it all takes ignition, timing and balance, …

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Join us in welcoming Sydney Martinez on her rural Nevada tour for her new book Finding Nevada Wild.  The book offers entry point to understanding the landscapes, culture, and people …

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Join us for a kick-off gathering for The Sagebrush Sounds Festival at The Martin Hotel.  Festival line-up duo Gold and Honey will be the featured act.  Before their set, local …

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Join Nevada Humanities for an evening of conversation and music with author and musician Willy Vlautin at The Columns on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. No …

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Acoustic adventurers Stillhouse Junkies explore the worlds between roots, bluegrass, Texas swing, blues, and rock. Their free-flowing musical interplay and improvisation make every show unique as they weave their way …

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Join us in welcoming the Hamaika Buru Txistu Elkartea from Bilbao, Spain.  This talented ensemble from the Basque Country will give a special txistu concert here in Winnemucca as part …

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Jade Brodie is a talent and a delight.  Her songs are familiar yet powerful, stylish yet old-timey, and rolling with imagery and experiences appreciated by folks and friends of the …

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The folk-music duo, Men of Worth, was formed by James Keigher of Ireland and Donnie Macdonald of Scotland in 1986. Together Men of Worth blend their voices with harmony and …

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A Winnemucca audience favorite returns!  This show will be part of an amazing weekend of creativity and connection with the inaugural Winnemucca Murals and Music Festival.   With two songwriters, six …

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Join us for a presentation on the history of the jackalope.  Part rabbit, part antelope, full American West icon.  Learn about the myths, the hoaxes, the very real scientific breakthrough …

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Featuring funky, swampy grooves and flights of muscular guitar, Greene delivers rock and blues stirred by touchstones such as Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, yet perhaps most often guided …

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Hailing from the Northeastern states, Tyler John Kraehling has been traveling through the country with eyes open, taking stock of the lives of the people who inhabit it. Drenched in …

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The world-class musicians in Big Richard initially convened in 2021 for a festival date. The quartet showed up to the one-off like it had been together for years, bursting with …

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ALASH are masters of Tuvan throat singing (xöömei), a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time. What distinguishes this trio from earlier generations of Tuvan throat singers …

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Forrest VanTuyl is a songwriter and poet from Goldendale, Washington.  His work is based on years spend packing mules and cowboying in the remote alpine and canyon country of Eastern …

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Shaun Griffin’s soulful poetry and engagement with Nevada communities make him one of the state’s most well-loved literary figures. He is the author of This is What the Desert Surrenders, …

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  Gooey Austin-based cellist, Mollie Fischer, joins singer-songwriter & loop princess, Tiffany Christopher for a summer tour of organic beats and undeniably fun music.  These two passionate artists met at …

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Old Time Music The Horsenecks play hard-hitting and heartfelt, traditional and original roots music. Their sound is centered around the pairing of the signature rhythmic Appalachian fiddle style of Oregonian …

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Join us in welcoming back Eddie 9V for some cool retro-blues, served up hot in Winnemucca. Eddie 9V (9 Volt) began making waves in the Atlanta, Georgia roots and blues …

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Essential Singer-Songwriter John R Miller is a true hyphenate artist: singer-songwriter-picker. Every song on his thrilling upcoming debut solo album, Depreciated, is lush with intricate wordplay and haunting imagery, as …

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West Coast band, The Coffis Brothers, will return to Winnemucca for a show on July 17th to share their Americana roots rock summertime vibe. This California sibling duo and bandmates …

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Creative Folk Musical Collaboration with a Local Act Opener Join us for an evening of artistic expression with melodies and story-telling from a special collaboration between Vic Ruggiero and Lauren …

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Local Band Special with Regional Guests High Desert Habit is a Winnemucca-grown country-rock band that plays a variety of covers and original songs about their experiences in Northern Nevada.  These …

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Americana and Dark Country  Rising Star Texas-born songwriter Casper Allen is known for a raw, raspy  sound reminiscent of Tom Waits and a songwriting style reminiscent of Townes Van Zandt and …

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The folk-music duo, Men of Worth, was formed by James Keigher of Ireland and Donnie Macdonald of Scotland in 1986. Together Men of Worth blend their voices with harmony and …

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Multi-GRAMMY nominee Laurie Lewis is a forebear and contemporary of so many blue-grass, old-time, and folk greats. Over more than fifty years in music she has established herself as a …

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ALASH are masters of Tuvan throat singing (xöömei), a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time. What distinguishes this trio from earlier generations of Tuvan throat singers …

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Affecting Singer-Songwriters Jeffrey Martin returns to delight and devastate our eager ears and hearts with his thoughtful and poetic songs.  Once a high school English teacher, Martin turned to writing …

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Loud As Folk founder Spike McGuire will be celebrating the release of his new album Caught In The Wild (Live). The project was funded in part by a grant from Nevada Arts …

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Twelve String Country Blues Todd Albright is a country blues, twelve string guitar player and vocalist based in Detroit, Michigan. Grounded in the pre-war era of the blues tradition (1880-1939), …

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Mike Beck is an engaging acoustic solo artist who regularly performs in the United States and Europe. He is a regularly featured performer at The National Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering. …

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Unapologetically Eclectic David Jacobs-Strain with Bob Beach David Jacobs-Strain and Bob Beach are a multigenerational, bicoastal duo who have been performing together since 2010. They currently perform between 70 and …

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The Hipocrats Based out of Seattle, WA, The Hipocrats are an Americana daydream that blend hair-raising harmonies over melodies sure to stick in your head for days. Their spunky lyrical …

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Singer Songwriter from the Mountains of Colorado Inspired by the mountains of Colorado where she was born and raised, Carin Mari is a songwriter from the heart who is passionate …

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Global Virtuoso Fingerpicker Claude Bourbon grew up in Switzerland and lives in the UK and has toured widely on both sides of The Atlantic. A classically trained musician, with a …

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