Kentucky native Gary Dark plays the mandolin and contributes many original songs to the band. His amazing tenor singing puts the “high” in the band’s high lonesome sound. Gary’s soaring voice often elicits enthusiastic responses from audiences, and his unique and high-speed mandolin style adds to the musical excitement.

Guitarist Jason Hicks also writes material for the band, and his interest in pioneering guitarists such as Don Reno and Norman Blake has helped him develop a style that draws from the raw emotional energy of the past. Jason’s knowledge about the early pioneers of bluegrass guitar landed him a feature article in Flatpicking Guitar magazine, for which he has also appeared as a guest columnist. Jason’s unique vocal style plays a key role in the Blue Canyon Boys’ sound.

Drew Garrett slaps a mean bass and sings baritone vocals with the band. His credits include the innovative and award winning 80’s newgrass band “Danger In The Air, whose members went on to play with bands such as Dixie Chicks and The John Jorgenson Quintet. Drew also recorded and toured with Domestic Science Club (Discovery/Elektra Records).

Texas native and banjoist Chris Elliott is a founding member of the Rebel Recording bluegrass band Spring Creek and the 2007 Rockygrass banjo champion.  He has had the privilege of sharing the stage with many of his bluegrass heroes including Tony Trischka, Michael Cleveland Pete Wernick, Alan Munde, Sally Van Meter, Matt Flinner , and many others.  Chris studied banjo extensively with Alan Munde and now works closely with Pete Wernick at his Dr. Banjo Jam Camp.  For more information on Chris and his teaching schedule, visit www.chriselliottbanjo.com

Photo of Gary Dark by Tom Stuart.  All others by Natalie Garrett.