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Rooted in tradition yet driven by a restless New York energy, Cole Quest and The City Pickers carry American folk music forward with wit, warmth, and originality. Led by dobro player, songwriter, and vocalist Cole Quest — grandson of folk icon Woody Guthrie — the band has carved out a singular place in today’s roots music landscape, blending the storytelling spirit of folk with the drive and precision of bluegrass.
Their latest album, Homegrown (Jalopy Records, 2025), produced by Grammy Award–winning engineer Steve Rosenthal, brings the band’s journey into full focus. The record weaves four new originals with reimagined takes on songs by John Hartford, Peter Rowan, and Woody Guthrie himself, linking Cole’s own creative voice with his grandfather’s enduring legacy.
Over the years, they’ve won the Podunk Bluegrass Festival band competition, toured Germany multiple times, and shared stages with artists like Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, and Tony Trischka.
But beyond accolades, what defines Cole Quest and The City Pickers is community. Their music bridges the intimacy of a Guthrie family sing-along with the rhythmic pulse of bluegrass, creating a sound that feels both timeless and immediate.
Whether on record or on stage, they deliver an energizing, joyful performance that creates spaces where tradition meets innovation, laughter meets resilience, and every listener feels at home.
