SUNTEX + The Prairie Benders + Garreson

Portland, Oregon folk rock band The Prairie Benders navigate the terrain of life’s accumulated trauma with a vulnerability and beauty that somehow leaves you feeling better about it all. Bending the lines between bluegrass, country, folk, and rock, their contemporary sound is distinctively original. With catchy melodies, sharp songwriting, and lyrics steeped in psychedelic escapism, The Prairie Benders music feels genuinely cathartic and is as healing as it is infectious. 

Garreson is an award winning, up-and-coming artist in Portland, Oregon with a unique sound that is both soulful and uplifting. His songs explore themes of religious trauma, imposter syndrome, and the journey of self-acceptance in the LGBTQ community, while conveying a sense of hope and optimism in the face of life’s challenges. With his powerful voice and poignant lyrics, Garreson’s performances have the ability to strike a chord with listeners of all ages.