From the black heart of coal country in British Columbia's Elk Valley, Old
Man's Beard began as the song writing duo of Michael Shaver and Jesse
Clarke.
Since forming in early 2008, Jesse and Mike have forged a
repertoire of original music that exposes the good, the grand, and the
unknown. As a duo they have excited audiences with their
unique blend of reggae, boot-stompin' folk, and rock and roll.
After relocating to the interior of BC, the duo has evolved into
a five-piece unit that includes Darrin Herting (formerly of Arthur
Funkarelli) on bass, Leon Power (Steve Brockley, Herting Verberg
Power Trio) on drums, and Stephanie Webster's beautiful vocals. Rich,
well-placed harmonies, toe-tappin' rhythms and streamlined guitar work
have become standard for a band that has been able to move crowds of
young and old, lovers and enemies, Aussies and Englishmen,
damsels, dames and dukes.
After a winter of writing and recording, the band has released
its first album, 'The River,' and are currently touring in support of
the disc. Old Man's Beard have had their song 'Dawson Bound'
featured on the popular television show Daily Planet. Since mid-July,
'Tofino' has received play on CBC radio's province-wide
program, All Points West. The group recently performed as part of
the 2009 Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival and participated in the
2009 British Columbia Interior Music Awards (BCIMA) as a performer
and nominee in the Best New Artist category.
Old Man's Beard loves to play music anywhere and anytime for
their growing fan base that is quickly reaching across the Canadian landscape.
Michael Shaver - Guitar, Vocals and Songwriting
Jesse Clarke - Guitar, Mandolin, Vocals and Songwriting
Darrin Herting - Bass and Additonal Percussion
Leon Power - Drums
Stephanie Webster - Vocals and Tambourine
Old Mans Beard rox my socks
cameronbrandon1234 1 year ago
Love it! I can't wait for the show next week!
Kaley
kaleyrojik 1 year ago
You guys are great!
commandercandy 2 years ago