The Po' Ramblin' Boys - The Bluegrass Hideaway @the615hideaway

The Po' Ramblin' Boys are a high-energy, hard-driving traditional bluegrass band from the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee (based in the Sevierville/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area). Formed in 2014, they started as the house band at Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery and have grown into one of the most respected and road-tested acts in modern traditional bluegrass. Style and Sound They deliver fast-paced, authentic bluegrass with strong vocals, tight harmonies, and driving instrumentals. The band blends classic trad elements with original songwriting that feels lived-in — often drawing from themes of rambling, hard work, heartbreak, and resilience. They're known for energetic live shows, crowd engagement, and "putting bluegrass where bluegrass isn't" while staying true to the genre's roots. Notable albums include: Toil, Tears & Trouble (Grammy-nominated for Best Bluegrass Album) Never Slow Down Wanderers Like Me (2024, Smithsonian Folkways) — featuring their first #1 on the Bluegrass Unlimited chart with the title track. Key Accolades Grammy nomination (Best Bluegrass Album) Multiple IBMA nominations (including Entertainer of the Year) 2018 IBMA Emerging Artist of the Year Frequent festival headliners and international touring act (U.S., Canada, Europe) Current Band Members (as of 2025–2026) C.J. Lewandowski — Mandolin, lead vocals, bandleader (core founder) Jereme Brown — Banjo, vocals Jasper Lorentzen — Bass John Gooding — Guitar, vocals (newest addition from California, joined after Josh Rinkel's departure) Max Silverstein — Fiddle (from Maine, newer addition) Past members have included guitarist Josh Rinkel (founding) and fiddler Laura Orshaw. Background The band has logged hundreds of thousands of miles, playing 200–250+ dates a year at festivals, clubs, distilleries, and major stages. They pride themselves on authenticity — fixing their own 1965 tour bus, living the road life they sing about, and acting as enthusiastic ambassadors for bluegrass. Bandleader C.J. Lewandowski emphasizes research into the music's history while pushing it forward. Where to Find Them Official website: theporamblinboys.com — tour dates, bio, merch, videos Socials: Facebook (@poramblinboys), Instagram (@poramblinboys), TikTok Music on Spotify, YouTube (live clips), Bandcamp, and Smithsonian Folkways Booking via Prater Day Agency They're a favorite among fans who love high-octane traditional bluegrass with heart, great picking, and real-deal stage presence. If you enjoy bands like The Kevin Prater Band or Kenny & Amanda Smith, you'll likely dig their sound!