Category Archives: The Band

The Manatee River Bluegrass Band has performed at the Cortez Fishing Festival, The Arcadia Rodeo, Manatee County Fair as well as numerous local clubs and restaurants. The group consists of seasoned professionals combine their talents to create high energy Bluegrass … Continue reading →

Bryce Thompson Dobro player Bryce Thompson adds another layer of sound that seems to expand the sound that was already there. Bryce was born in 1967 in Perth Amboy, New Jersey he plays dobro, guitar, and bass. His eclectic style … Continue reading →

Lead and Harmony Vocals /mandolin/fiddle/guitar Victoria has performed with several bands throughout Florida and including Blue Angel which performed across the Country.  Additionally, Victoria has recorded numerous Projects and Music videos for two labels.  She was last signed by BMG … Continue reading →

Rich Ziffen – Banjo Banjo player, Rich Ziven has been performing bluegrass music for over 30 years. Beginning his musical career in the band Union Hill originating in Wisconsin, Union Hill was awarded 1st place in the bluegrass band contest, … Continue reading →

John Moody – Guitar In 1976 John formed the Wooden Nickel Band with an old high school friend to perform with the Polk County Bicentennial Touring Medicine Show. The group played county fairs and bicentennial events across the State of … Continue reading →

Doug’s interest in music began with his Mother playing piano at their home and church, as well as his Dad’s huge collection of country: Johnny Cash, Buck Owens, Merl Haggard. His guitar playing started with the Beatles era, resulting in … Continue reading →

Bruce started playing banjo in the mid 70′s with a band in Virginia called Bluegrass Construction Company. He moved to Greensboro, NC in 1980 and began playing with Southern Comfort. They made an album in 1984 and he stayed with … Continue reading →