They are steeped in Chicago-style blues, with influences from Muddy Waters, Little Walter, and Junior Wells. They play harmonica-driven tunes with a focus on gritty, dynamic energy and driving rhythms. Key members include Paul Schwoerer (harmonica), Jesse "Honey Boy" Steinberg (guitar), Jesse Olson (piano), Tim Payne (bass), and Nate Moronek (drums). They have three vocalists: Andy Smith, Paul Schwoerer, and Jesse Olson.
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Strings to Roam includes influences of bluegrass, folk, old time, blues, Irish, classical, and gospel music.
Tony Castaneda and his band performs on the Union Terrace stage.
The Birddog Blues Band is a group of Midwest musicians, primarily from Wisconsin, known for their blend of blues, rock, R&B, and soul.