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The New Wave

  • Western Folklife Center 501 Railroad Street Elko, NV, 89801 United States (map)

Livestreamed & In-Person
from the G Three Bar Theater

A balance of up-and-coming and solidly established, this wave of Western musicians hits the sagebrush sea with rich musical expressions that stay true to their roots while adding new flair. Featuring Brenn Hill, Brigid & Johnny Reedy, Matt Robertson, and Trinity Seely.

Musical chronicler of cowboy life, Utah songwriter Brenn Hill doesn’t just sing about the West, he reveals its heart to anyone who will take the time to listen. Brenn is not simply an observer or narrator of Western lore, but one of its strongest interpreters.

Photo by Jessica Brandi Lifland, 2020. 

Yodeling since the age of two, singer, fiddler, and poet Brigid Reedy’s repertoire runs the full gamut of the American West. Joined by her brother, Johnny “Guitar” Reedy, these two Montanans share their love of the contemporary rural West through musical collaborations cultivated in the bunkhouse. 

Brigid and Johnny Reedy. Photo by Jessica Brandi Lifland, 2019.

Alberta-by-way-of-Wyoming cowboy Matt Robertson writes songs influenced by his experiences both on and off a horse. His heart is in the open country where a person can still feel inspired and free. 

Photo by Jessica Brandi Lifland, 2018.

With humbling honesty and a honey-smooth voice, Trinity Seely sings about loving cowboys and horses, and living and working “in the middle of nowhere” on ranches across the West. 

Photo by Jessica Brandi Lifland, 2019.

Livestreaming available to members.

In-person weekend passes for the Wild Ride kickoff weekend, Jan.28-Jan.29, 2022, available by calling 775-738-7508 x239. Limited availability, $300/pass, priority to members.




We will be following health and safety guidelines as set by the State of Nevada.

 

Thank you to our 2022 Wild Ride Sponsors

Banner photo by Jessica Brandi Lifland, 2016.

Earlier Event: January 29
Stewardship Panel Discussion
Later Event: February 16
Southwind