Side-Wheeler String Band is comprised of some of Sacramento's finest musicians. Since 2016, they have fined-tuned their repertoire to include an eclectic mix of original, traditional, and cover material. "Side-wheeler String Band delivers an authentic blend of folk music traditions, drawing from the well of British folk, early American folk and Bluegrass. Tying together established, and original songs with a unique approach to instrumentation and solid musicianship, Side-wheeler is energetic and thoughtful, foot-stomping one moment, contemplative the next." (Patrick Grizzell, internationally acclaimed poet and songwriter).

 

Playing regularly in the Sacramento area, Side-wheeler showcases an original brand of acoustic Americana, folk, and bluegrass. Bringing a high-energy sound to any venue - whether they are rocking the house with traditional numbers such as Katy Daly, or toning down to a lyric waltz like Ken Burnett's Beaker Street - Side-Wheeler is a music act well worth seeing.

 

Adrian Baxmeyer (electric bass, backup vocals), formerly of One-Eyed Reilly, The Marvels of the Midway, and Kenny Rego and the Law of One, brings an intricate groove and original punch on his bass and back-up vocals; he is a versatile and exciting bass player to watch: "[Adrian Baxmeyer] plays a better, tight and driving melodious rhythm with one arm than most bassists play with two." (Randy Joy, Music Blogger).

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Ken Burnett (mandolin, guitar and vocals) is a long-time Sacramento songwriter and “Northern California Mandolin guru” (Cristian Kiefer). He has played with numerous award-winning bands and artists such as Amee Chapman and The Big Finish, William Mylar, Sal Valentino, Richard March, Mandolin Avenue, and 2Me. He writes a healthy amount of Side-Wheeler's tunes and contributes to the band’s sound with authenticity.