Raising River Band
Bluegrass and Americana with Heart
Raising River Band brings together bluegrass and Americana in a sound rooted in heartfelt songs and a love of making music together. With rich vocals and a mix of original songs and familiar favorites, from a variety of genres, the band brings its own spirit to every performance.
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“"The Raising River Band has been a big part of our community for the past 5 years. We were lucky enough to see them at the Troubadour Lounge during an open mic about 5 years ago when they moved down to West Virginia. They have been playing at our private parties for the last 3 years. Sharis performs solo, or with Steve as a Duet, or along with the whole band. They have opened for some of our bands here and we have them as the main event once a year. This band is very versatile and a crowd pleaser. We absolutely love having them at our parties. ” ” - -Jim Brown
— -Jim Brown
Raising River Band...I can't say enough about the talented group of musicians in this band! Each and every one of them has a special talent that shines through independently which makes it such a pleasure to listen to them!!! I've had them play at two different private events that I have hosted. We always always look forward to hearing them play!! -K Puzo
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The Raising River band is fantastic. They have performed at our Fall Bonfire event year after year. The band’s fun music is uplifting and full of life and the harmonies are sweet. The musicians are great people and super easy to work with. Highly recommend! ~K Pottinger
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This band rocks! Strong bass, holding things together, a rhythm guitar keeping the bass in check, a percussionist, an electric banjo, yes, an electric banjo, (don’t run), a masterful fiddle, throw in some mandolin and fill that in with pedal steel.
Everyone in the band sings, taking turns with the leads, male and female with creative harmonies. How is that possible, at the same time while raising River?
They play the songs you know, as well as originals that sound like songs you have always known. The Raising River Band are rising to the top of my list...If you have not had a chance to see them, you should.
Ed Mattson
Organizer of The Stage At Whitesbog, Producer and Musician in my spare time.
Creator of Whitesbog.org
The Raising River Band put on a spectacular show and rocked the house with exceptional musicianship and mesmerizing vocal harmonies. If you ever get a chance to experience them PLEASE DON'T MISS IT! - The Union Firehouse Music Venue, Mount Holly, NJ