The Possum Creek Ramblers are a Dayton band playing a variety of contemporary and traditional bluegrass with plenty of crossover tunes snuck in there. We formed in 2022 combining friends and family into a new band with a focus on harmonies and instrumental variety. The current lineup includes Chris Lemon (vocals, banjo, dobro), Jeff Martin (vocals, bass & guitar), Tim Bergeron (vocals, guitar and bass), Matt Lemon (mandolin, vocals)--cofounder of Lemongrass--, and Katelyn Tesla (fiddle and vocals). A number of other local musicians perform or have performed as part of the band over the years, including founding members Sylvia Gleason and Josh Laughlin, Tyler "T-Bone" Joseph, Chip Pritchard, Jerry Bullmaster and Christian Tobbe. First time on the SBJ stage, come on out and enjoy some great live music! Good food, family friendly, 50/50 raffle, and that homemade pie! House Band starts the music at 6 pm, doors open at 5 pm. $20 show, purchase tickets at sterlingbluegrass.com
Industry Quotes about this band:
"World class showmanship and program design genius that delivered bluegrass entertainment that redefines the genre, sets a new bar, and deserves a huge national stage."
-Allegheny RiverStone Center for the Arts
“Without a doubt, one of the most kinetic and entertaining live shows on the bluegrass scene is The David Mayfield Parade.”
John Lawless – Bluegrass Today
“…a dynamic combination of music and comedy worthy of a traveling vaudeville act”
-The Boston Globe
“Acoustic, beardy goodness.”
-American Songwriter
“Anyone with a craving for rustic Americana—frayed edges and all—will find Mayfield and company effective practitioners.”
-Blurt
“A massively skilled picker and singer with a knack for stagecraft.”
-Nashville Scene
Come on out for this show, rescheduled from January! First time on the SBJ stage, it's The David Mayfield Parade! Doors open at 5 pm, House Band starts the music at 6 pm, lots of good food, great seating, great sound, 50/50 raffle, family friendly, and that homemade pie! $20 show, get your tickets online at our website sterlingbluegrass.com
Carl has been playing the guitar for more than 30 years and has been the frontman for various bluegrass and country bands over the years. Aside from serving as the lead vocalist for the band, he is also a skilled songwriter. When he's not making music, Carl likes to spend time with his wife Kristi and their children (Dakota, Mason, Megan, Morgan) and four grandchildren. Additionally, he is an enthusiastic hunter and fisherman. First time to visit SBJ , this band will be amazing to see and hear! Come on out for this show, and enjoy good food, a family friendly atmosphere, 50/50 raffle, and incredible homemade pie! House Band starts the music at 6pm, doors open at 5pm. $20 show, purchase tickets at sterlingbluegrass.com !!
Chris Davis is originally from Fairborn, Ohio and now makes his home in Russell, Kentucky. He has been playing bluegrass music, professionally, for over 25 years with many artists such as Larry Sparks, Alecia Nugent, Junior Sisk, Larry Cordle, The Grascals, and Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers. He has also played the Grand Ole Opry with country music's Diamond Rio while member Gene Johnson had recovered from heath issues. Come on out for a special night of Bluegrass music, along with great food, family friendly atmosphere , 50/50 raffle, perfect sound and that homemade pie!! Doors open at 5 pm, House Band starts the music at 6 pm. $25 show, get your tickets online at sterlingbluegrass.com
Blue Debut is a bluegrass band formed in the hills of Eastern Kentucky. The band consist of:
Mike Jarrell-guitar/vocals
Andrew Rigsby-mandolin/vocals
Josh Cantrell-dobro/vocals
Adam Collinsworth-banjo/vocals
Chad Castle-upright bass/vocals
Come on out for the first time show for this great band! Our family friendly venue has great food, 50/50 raffle, homemade pie, great sound, great seating. Doors open at 5 pm, House Band starts the music at 6 pm, $20 show! See you there , going to be a fantastic show!
Come on out folks and welcome back to the SBJ stage "Blue Note" bluegrass band for a great night of LIVE music. Great food, 50/50 raffle, family friendly, and don't forget to get some homemade pie! Doors open at 5 pm, House Band starts the music at 6 pm. $20 show, bring your family, bring your friends, but don't miss out on this fine band! See you there! Purchase tickets at sterlingbluegrass.com
Kenny Stinson is a man who has been in the bluegrass world for most of his life.
He performed for many years with his parents and sister band known as THE RISING.After the retired Kenny became a Sideman to many Greats like JIMMY MARTIN AND
SUNNY MOUNTAIN BOYS, DAYLE ESKRIDGE AND CHANGING TIMES, GARY WALDRIP,
DAVID DAVIS AND WARRIOR RIVER BOYS, AND JAMES MONROE AND MIDNIGHT RAMBLERS.
Come out for a fine night of Bluegrass Music at a great Venue. Homemade Pie, great food, 50/50 raffle, family atmosphere, down home fun! Doors open at 5pm, House Band starts the music at 6pm, Kenny Stinson takes the stage at 7pm - $25 show! Purchase tickets at sterlingbluegrass.com
Hillbilly Tradition with our friend Shawn Osburn coming to the SBJ stage for a great night of Bluegrass Music. Come on out for live music, good food, family friendly atmosphere, 50/50 raffle, and homemade pie! House Band starts the music at 6pm, doors open at 5pm. $20 show ! Purchase tickets at sterlingbluegrass.com !!
Keith Prater & Lacy Creek deliver hard‑driving, traditional bluegrass straight out of Eastern Kentucky. Known for their powerful vocals, tight picking, and high‑energy stage presence, they bring authentic mountain bluegrass to every festival and venue they play. Keith Prater- Mandolin, John Curtis Goad- Bass, Eli Patrick- Banjo, Jason Burton- Guitar, Bruce Hill- Guitar . Come on out for this band’s debut show at the SBJ! Doors open at 5 pm, House Band starts the music at 6 pm, plenty of great food, family friendly atmosphere, 50/50 raffle, and don’t forget to try some of the homemade pie! $20 admission at the door or get tickets in advance at sterlingbluegrass.com