Foghorn Stringband: The Gold Standard of American Roots Music
For over two decades, Foghorn Stringband has set the benchmark for authentic, hard‑driving old‑time string band music. With nine acclaimed albums, thousands of performances worldwide, and a new generation of musicians inspired by their sound, the band continues to embody the vitality of American roots traditions.
Drawing deeply from old‑time, bluegrass, classic country, and Cajun influences, Foghorn Stringband delivers a sweeping repertoire with youthful energy, joy, and virtuosity. Each member brings a unique cultural heritage to the group:
- Caleb Klauder infuses wistful vocals and rapid‑fire mandolin rooted in Southern traditions and coastal Washington.
- Reeb Willms, from Eastern Washington’s farmlands, channels her rural upbringing into heartfelt, soul‑stirring performances.
- Nadine Landry, hailing from Acadian Québec, anchors the band with her powerful bass and soaring high‑lonesome vocals.
- Sammy Lind, a Minnesotan fiddler, is celebrated as one of the defining old‑time voices of his generation.
Together, they forge a sound that is both timeless and unmistakably their own.
Over the past 15 years, the band’s repertoire has grown to encompass square dance tunes, Cajun waltzes, honky‑tonk country, and classic bluegrass—all seamlessly woven into a cohesive whole. Whether igniting festival crowds or keeping the music alive late into the night at local pubs, Foghorn Stringband remains a living, breathing testament to the enduring spirit of American roots music.
Foghorn Stringband
The Gate, Cardiff. Tuesday 10 February 2026
7.30PM
