Formed in 2017, Never Come Down was born from the vibrant if not occasionally overlooked music scene of Portland, Oregon. Much like the city that inspired them, they’re a smart, charming, off-beat amalgam of varied backgrounds and tastes. In today’s paradoxical world where honoring tradition is often pitted against exploration and innovation, the band confidently walks the line between the modern and the tried-and-true. They’ve gained a loyal following and continue to win over audiences everywhere from Reykjavik’s Iceland Airwaves to San Francisco’s acclaimed Hardly Strictly Bluegrass. They’ve gained the attention of industry veterans, and toured in support of notable acts such as Yonder Mountain String Band and The Travelin’ McCourys, among others. Never Come Down’s live performance never disappoints- with showmanship, originality, songwriting and musical prowess far beyond their years.
White Pine Lightning
White Pine Lightning is a high-octane bluegrass band rooted in tradition but electrified by modern energy. Hailing from Boise, Idaho, they blend the raw, high-lonesome sound of classic bluegrass with a fast, aggressive drive that sets them apart from the pack.
Drawing influence from legends like Bill Monroe and Ralph Stanley while channeling the power and speed of modern string bands, White Pine Lightning delivers hard-hitting sets packed with blistering mandolin runs, lightning-fast fiddle lines, and three-part harmonies that strike like a thunderclap. Whether it’s a traditional breakdown or an original foot-stomper, their sound is steeped in the spirit of the Appalachian hills but roars with an edge all their own.
Equally at home in backwoods festivals, rowdy honky-tonks, and urban venues, White Pine Lightning ignites crowds with their passionate picking and high-energy performances. Their name says it all: rooted like a pine, wild like a storm.
White Pine Lightning is Scott Graham (mandolin), Aled Roberts (fiddle), Jim McIntire (guitar), and Ron Goodell (bass).
