Golden Shoals | Tumbling Tumbleweeds

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Golden Shoals is a fiddle and guitar duo with a “rousing old-time-style music that’s fueled by acerbic modern-day wit” – No Depression Magazine.

No strangers to traditional music, having placed in contests including Clifftop (3rd place 2023, 4th place 2022), Mount Airy, The Grand Masters Fiddlers Championship and Galax. Often switching instruments between fiddle, two guitars, and banjo, their original songs have been compared to Gillian Welch, with the added edge of instrumental prowess informed by energetic old time and bluegrass recordings.

Initially brought together by a mutual love of American folk music, Golden Shoals’ sound has expanded to include country, Americana, indie and experimental influences, allowing them to move more freely beyond genre boundaries with their songwriting while still emanating a deep understanding of old-time and bluegrass music. Ever inspired by the enduring spirit of traditional Appalachian mountain music, their songwriting comes across as simple, honest, and fresh to the ears. The listener can expect the polished technique of conservatory training, in tandem with the grit, drive, and soul of musicians like Roscoe Holcomb or Ola Belle Reed.

Golden Shoals recently released two new albums – The Dream and The Hunger (original Americana) and Gold Time (old time duo) so they will be performing new material. 

“Golden Shoals bridge the sometimes distant worlds of traditional bluegrass and old time music together. With one foot steeped in tradition and the other focused on fresh songwriting, Golden Shoals are helping to further the narrative of American Roots music and introducing the traditions of our past to a whole new generation of listeners.” – Kris Truelsen, WBCM Radio Bristol

“Mark Kilianski and Amy Alvey not only have top-notch chops, they’ve crafted a top-notch sound that’s pleasantly refreshing.The soundscapes are rooted in Old-Time music but have a contemporary feel that keeps the songs fresh and exciting.” – Brad Kolodner, WAMU’s Bluegrass Country/Folk Alley

TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS

 Tumbling Tumbleweeds is a western swing outfit based in Vancouver, BC. With a blend of hot jazz, classic country, and old time fiddling, the Tumbleweeds will bring you back to the dancehalls of the 1930’s and 40’s. The band is equally at home at a music festival, dive bar, or seated concert and are sure to get the crowds dancing. 

Woody Bell Jr. – vocals/guitar

Woody Forster – vocals/steel guitar

Devora Laye – vocals/percussion

Alex Hallbom – vocals/bass

April Stainsby – violin