Inspired by rock, folk, motown, bluegrass and country, the Boatmen are hard to classify. This is what makes a Boatmen show such an organic, energizing, and constantly evolving experience. This 4-part harmony driven chameleon first formed in just 2009, but have have already shared the stage with notable acts such as Perpetual Groove, Larry Keel & Natural Bridge, Keller Williams and Afroman. Hailing from Beckley, WV, the group features Randy Gilkey, Nick Durm, Matt Mullins and Rob Gross and are currently recording their debut album. Previous recordings have including the talents of members of ALO, Jackie Greene, and Tim Bluhm of the Motherships. 4-time Grammy winner David Holt says "These guys are smokin'!" See for yourself this summer when the Boatmen leaves shore for their latest tour! "Feels like going to a funk church." - Larry Keel (2-time national flat picker champion) "I support these guys, they rock." Bob Schneider (Multiple Austin Musician of The Year Winner, Kirtland Records Artist) "These guys are smokin' " - David Holt (4-time Grammy Winner) "I'll see you boys at the top!!" - Afroman (Grammy Nominated Artist) "Harmonies are phenomenal" - Will Ray (Hellecaster Fame, Signature Guitar Models, Fender;G&L sponsored artist) The band has recently shared the stage or worked with a multitude of diverse acts including: Chuck Berry, Jackie Greene(Phil Lesh & Friends). Tim Blum of The Mother Hips. Zach Gill (Jack Johnson), Dave Brogan and Dan Lebowitz of ALO. Maurice Williams, The Embers, The Stylistics, The Spin Doctors, Perpetual Groove, The Clarks, Members of Rusted Root, Larry Keel and The Natural Bridge, STYX, Members of The Hackensaw Boys, Members of The Hellecasters, Afroman and many other talented artists of the times. Links: www.facebook.com/theboatmen www.reverbnation.com/theboatmen www.youtube.com/zombieringo