Artists – Access Living Showcase Stage
Saturday August 31st
The Blue Collar Grass Band
From coast to coast, the mountains to the lumber yard, and rock ‘n roll to Mozart, the Blue Collar Grass Band features five string players from across as many genres coming together to boom chuck through traditional, hot-off-the-press progressive tunes, and a touch of jazz. Looking forward to seeing you dance.
Paper: Bluegrass Covers Rock
Paper was formed by members of the Seattle bluegrass jam with diverse musical backgrounds. The premise of the band is simple – bluegrass covers of rock (and other) genres.
Like any good bluegrass band, our standard set list includes bluegrass standards by Bill Monroe, Jimmy Martin, and Flatt and Scruggs but with some bluegrass takes on Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, Phish, the Dead, and various other rock / pop tunes as well as a few originals.
Remember – Paper Covers Rock!
Band of Friends
Band of Friends is based in Stanwood/Camano Island, WA. Formed in 2020, they are committed to a traditional bluegrass sound featuring guitar, bass, banjo, fiddle, and mandolin with nearly all members taking turns on lead and harmony vocals. Onstage, they live up to their name, presenting a fun and friendly vibe while remaining true to a professional, polished show. Most of all, this band offers what folks love about this music — the deep friendships and camaraderie that develop amid circles of friends old and new.
Sunday September 1st
Sunday Morning Jam
Stay Tuned
Brett and Janet Dodd
Recent arrivals in Bellingham, Janet and Brett Dodd met 30 years ago over a casual conversation about mandolins and music. Life partners and musical partners ever since, they honed their craft as regular fixtures of the Inland NW music scene in the Spokane area playing multiple festivals and local venues. They perform on mandolin, guitar, accordion, melodica and whatever else they find in their closet.
They blend closely knit harmony singing on original and contemporary bluegrass /folk/ americana as well as instrumentals from a variety of styles including fiddle tunes, choro and even a random tango!
Finney Creek
Jane Seline, founder of “Finney Creek” anchors the band with her compelling vocals. Born into a musical family she began singing & playing piano at 6 years of age. As a teen Jane picked up guitar. Paul Shuler president of the Darrington Bluegrass Association & his wife Bonieta of 61 years have played together @ festivals & venues throughout the west. Their deep roots in & love of the music is evident in their vocals & guitar, bass & mandolin licks.
Bob Martin affectionately known as Banjo Bob demonstrates a passion for bluegrass & country tunes with his banjo & guitar leads. He grew up playing & can’t not play on a daily basis. His wife Marilyn came into the music nearing her retirement & after decades of immersion in this genre, developed a desire to play guitar & sing country & gospel. Fiddler John Parent is a multi-instrumentalist who picked up guitar as a wee lad & has played in many NW bands. He happily lives in a homestead with his southern bell. These folks enjoy jamming together frequently with friends.