Kentucky Mule is an alternative country band based in Santa Cruz, California. The vocalist and songwriter, Coleton Joe Tidwell, effortlessly weaves small-town storytelling and metropolitan modernity. This pairs well with an old-school outlaw rhythm section provided by his backing band of Scott Willis (lead guitar), Will Iermini (bass & vocals), Lizzy Smith (fiddle & vocals) & Troy Nadeau (drums). Altogether the band tips it’s cap to the full spectrum of country music while seamlessly blending in their outside influences.
Country Americana Meets Folk Alternative, Kentucky Mule brings all original music to your Venue. Our Sets range from 45 minutes to 3 Hours of original music with minor cover selections. A few of your old favorite songs to compliment your new favorite originals!
We have a wide range of merchandise available, including t-shirts, coozies, shot glasses, and stickers. All of our merchandise is made with high-quality materials and features our band logo. Check out our online store to see our full range of products.
Kentucky Mule is a Santa Cruz based band,with our majority audience pull coming from the Santa Cruz area. Often featured at Moe's Alley, The Crepe Place, The Catalyst, and Felton Music Hall, Our Santa Cruz audience and show attendance regularly totals 300+ People. Our influence is quickly spreading to the greater Northern California Region, with regular ticket sales of 100+ people. If you have any questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you. You can contact us through our website or on social media. We try to respond to all messages as quickly as possible.
Part of our mission as a band is to bring Country to fans currently on the fence of the genre. We utilize a targeted blend of fusion and modernity to introduce country music to fans largely left out by the genre's mainstream pull. We draw influence from other genres and styles that have been well entrenched in the area for years, and craft original music with it that's both familiar and fun. Whether you are looking to perfectly accompany an already established country act, or try something new, we have a set that'll scratch that itch!
Vocals, Acoustic Guitar: Coleton Tidwell
Vocals, Fiddle: Lizzy Smith
Vocals, Bass: Will Iermini
Electric Guitar: Scott Willis
Drums: Troy Nadeau
All Picture Credits go to Jason Smith
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