2nd place winners of the 2012 Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Contest, Wayward Vessel plays original acoustic music born from the traditions
of American old-time music, and our bluegrass pioneers. With ear-catching arrangements, rich vocal harmonies, and instrumental prowess, Wayward Vessel makes their
own unique flavor of bluegrass. Click here to view press on Wayward Vessel.
Wayward Vessel "Before The Grey"
Available now! Get it!
Need Wedding Music?
Click Here!
Photo by Jamie VanBuhler - jvanbuhler.com
“
Although young, this ensemble is clearly accomplished and their talents shine through
”
“
Wayward Vessel, the quartet from Portland Oregon is moving bluegrass music in the right direction.
”
Conor Smith, National Bluegrass (Jul 23. 2012)
“
I checked out their music and I was immediately hooked. They present energetic and uplifting bluegrass. Each player in the group is extremely well-versed and comfortable with their instrument.
”
Stirling Myles, Christmas Horse (May 1. 2012)
“
Wayward Vessel is a popular bluegrass/Americana group based in Portland, OR.
”
John Lawless, Bluegrass Today (Jul 5. 2012)
“
Wayward Vessel performed at The Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival...
They not only entertained the crowd but were asked for an encore.
Fine band full of heart and superb musicianship.
”
Fred Coates, Emcee Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival
“
Wayward Vessel...a fresh new voice on the NW bluegrass scene. Full of memorable melodies, varied instrumental colors and good picking.
”
Billy Oskay, Owner Big Red Studio
“
Wayward Vessel has been a joy to work with. They are quick to respond
to booking inquires and their performances put people on their feet.
”
Meg Murray, Director of Flight Operations Raptor Ridge Winery
Stay In Touch
Sign up and get access some exclusive tracks!
Upcoming Shows
May
24
Analog Cafe w/ Renegade Stringband & The Bottlecap Boys
Analog Cafe 720 SE Hawthorne, Portland, OR.
View Details
Jun
1
Wedding
View Details
Jun
15
Solstice Party
View Details
Jun
21
Jun
22
Get The Music
Twitter Feed
Wed, May 22 at 10am
Today is the last day to enter the ticket giveaway for Friday's show. We're drawing winners tomorrow! http://t.co/zGz9GbmZow
Sun, May 19 at 9pm
Check out this ticket giveaway for our May 24th show at the Analog Cafe. 3 gr8 bands @ #PDX's coolest new venue. http://t.co/592IUXsdV9
Wed, May 08 at 9pm
Check out this ticket giveaway for our May 24th show at the Analog Cafe. 3 gr8 bands @ #PDX's coolest new venue. http://t.co/592IUXsdV9
Fri, May 03 at 10am
We're giving away #tickets to a #Portland stringband showcase on May 24th http://t.co/592IUXsdV9 #giveaway #blugrass http://t.co/C0PzfkgOMP