Some may strive for technical perfection, others for fame and fortune… but music from the soul makes connections real. Brings us together, and funks us up to the rhythm of life. This is some rockin Americana from the hills of Kentucky. 
          The current arrangement of Keith Clifton on banjo, Wes Petzinger on guitar, Dave Hawkins on mandolin, and John Atha on upright bass, has composed the Downtown County Band for the past two productive years. During this time, back in 2010, these fine young Kentucky artists released their self-titled debut album. 
          It has been their shared appreciation for roots music, delta blues, old-time new-time country and rock, that has enlivened their original sound and allows them to breathe new life into a classic bluegrass arrangement. Much of the band’s inspiration and creative energy is drawn from the jug band tradition of the 1920s and 30s... a tradition born on the banks of the Ohio River... renewed years apart by musicians walking the same Louisville mile. 
          Along the way, since the release of their debut album… the DCB has acquired percussionist Jason Halker. Just last March 2012 the band recorded their highly anticipated second studio album “That a Way,” released on August 30th. Having added 10 excellent new original songs to their growing catalogue, with recently acquired professional management, the band has taken some long strides toward accomplishing its goals. For the joy of music it’s an exciting time for The Downtown County Band!

Kentucky musicians influenced by early blues, jug band, country, and rock.

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