Sweethearts of the road: It can be tough to stand out in the field of bluegrass with all the talented players currently on the road, but The Way Down Wanderers have found a sweet spot in the mix. The Peoria, Illinois, band relies on exceptional musicianship and a family-like bond with fans to get heard on its extensive tours of the United States, Canada, and the U.K. Americana music journal No Depression says, “there is a charisma in their sound accompanied by a positivity that proves infectious.”
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