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Northern California Artist Directory
This first edition features artists with current 2026 performances or recent live activity we could verify. Show plans change, so follow each artist for their newest dates.
Locked N Loaded
Classic and Modern Country Cover Band
A Sacramento country cover band playing familiar hits from the 1960s through today. Featuring pedal steel and Nashville style lead guitar, Locked N Loaded brings a full country sound to dance floors, fairs, rodeos, festivals and private events across Northern California and the West Coast.
Visit Band Website & Show Schedule →Jeff Crossman Band
Country and Country Rock
Born and raised in Solano County, Jeff Crossman is a Vacaville country singer, songwriter and Nashville recording artist. Performing original songs and country and rock favorites, he brings his music to honky tonks, festivals, fairs and rodeos throughout the West Coast.
Visit Artist Website → Listen to Original Music →All Hat No Cattle
Classic and Modern Country Covers
A Sacramento country cover band playing favorites from the 1980s through today. Their Northern California appearances include Y-Not Club in Elk Grove. Follow the band for upcoming shows and watch their live performance videos.
Follow the Band → Watch Live Performances →Anthony Ray
Country Artist
Anthony Ray is a live performer appearing on Northern California country music bills. He was billed as an opening act alongside Carter Simpson for Jon Langston at Five Window Beer Co. in Lodi on September 12, 2026.
Find performance clips, show announcements and contact options on his Instagram, @anthonyray_music.
Follow Anthony Ray →Ariel Jean Band
Modern Country
A Sacramento area country group sharing original music and a lively, polished stage show around the region.
Visit Artist Page →Billy Williams
Country and Country Rock
A Newcastle singer, songwriter and guitarist performing original music alongside modern and traditional country favorites with Southern rock influences. Billy plays acoustic shows and leads the Billy Williams Band at venues across the Sacramento region and Northern California.
Visit Artist Website →Brady Stovall
Traditional Country and Western
A Sanger singer and songwriter whose country and western music draws on cowboy ballads, ranch work and packing mules in the Sierra Nevada. Brady brings stories from California’s San Joaquin Valley to acoustic performances and live stages. Follow his official pages for music, videos and upcoming shows.
Follow on Instagram → Explore Music and Artist Links → Booking Inquiries →Kristen Brown
Country and Country Pop
A Northern California singer and songwriter bringing original country music to rodeos, community events and live stages.
Visit Artist Page →Cynthia Renee
Modern Country
A Sacramento area recording artist blending soulful vocals, classic country twang and personal storytelling.
Visit Artist Page →Geoffrey Miller
Honky Tonk and Rockabilly
A Sacramento musician keeping the West Coast honky tonk sound moving through original songs and classic country shows.
Visit Artist Page →AJ Lee & Blue Summit
Bluegrass and Americana
A mandolin led Bay Area group pairing close harmonies, sharp picking and an energetic contemporary bluegrass sound.
Visit Artist Page →Miko Marks
Country Soul and Americana
An Oakland based singer and songwriter whose music brings country, gospel, soul and Southern rock together.
Visit Artist Page →The Coffis Brothers
California Roots Rock
Brothers Jamie and Kellen Coffis lead a road tested band mixing folk, country, blues and straight ahead rock and roll.
See Shows and Music →Laurie Lewis & the Right Hands
Bluegrass and Americana
A foundational voice in California bluegrass, led by singer, songwriter, fiddler and guitarist Laurie Lewis.
Visit Artist Website →Ismay
Alt Country and Folk
Singer and songwriter Avery Hellman creates atmospheric American roots music shaped by rural Northern California.
Visit Artist Page →Wreckless Strangers
Americana and Roots Rock
A Bay Area collective combining roots, soul, blues and country influences in a full band live sound.
Visit Artist Page →Jameson Roads
Country and Acoustic
A Northern California country performer bringing smooth vocals, guitar and familiar country favorites to patios, dance nights and mountain venues.
Visit Artist Page →Christopher Scott & the Neon Lights Band
Country and Honky Tonk
A Northern California country singer performing solo and with the Neon Lights Band around breweries, community stages and honky tonks.
Visit Artist Page →Brian Casper
80s and 90s Country
A local country performer specializing in dance friendly favorites from the 1980s and 1990s at breweries and western nights.
Visit Artist Page →Manzanita
Indie Folk, Americana and Country
A Northern California duo building a big live sound from indie folk, Americana and country influences.
Visit Artist Website →North Forty
Modern and Classic Country
A Sacramento area country band playing rodeos, community events and dance ready country shows.
Visit Artist Page →Amador Sons
California Country and Rock
Twin brothers Lee and Luis Hurtado bring a laid back California blend of country and rock to their home county and surrounding stages.
Visit Artist Page →Wayward Buffalo
Americana, Folk and Country
A foothills band bringing warm harmonies and country storytelling to breweries, outdoor concerts and community stages.
Visit Artist Page →Buck Ford
Traditional and Modern Country
A Sacramento area Nashville recording artist blending authentic country roots with a modern edge on stages across the region.
Visit Artist Page →Max Vogel & the Pickups
Traditional and Modern Country
A Windsor country singer and songwriter performing solo and with the Pickups. Max blends heartfelt originals, including “Hey Dolly,” with classic country favorites and a lively full band show.
Visit Artist Website → Follow on Instagram →Pete Stringfellow
Country and Americana
A Santa Rosa country singer, songwriter and producer known for hometown storytelling, original songs and energetic live performances.
Visit Artist Page →Dustin Saylor
Modern Country and Country Rock
A Northern California singer and songwriter blending traditional country roots with a full energy modern country sound.
Visit Artist Page →Chad Bushnell
Modern Country and Christian Country
A Red Bluff singer, songwriter and Nashville recording artist whose ranching roots, faith and rodeo background shape an authentic Northern California country sound.
Visit Artist Website →Camo Cali · Spencer Mojarro
Country Rap
A Cottonwood artist mixing Northstate country roots, personal storytelling and a distinctly West Coast hip hop flow.
Visit Artist Page →Frosty Live Music
Country and Acoustic
A Northern California live performer bringing country favorites and an easygoing acoustic sound to local venues and community events.
Visit Artist Page →Dry Creek Station
Outlaw Country and Country Rock
A North Bay country band serving up outlaw favorites, country rock and a lively dance floor ready show.
Visit Artist Page →Serena Karise
Country, Soul and Blues
A Northstate vocalist and bandleader combining country spirit with rich soul, blues and roots influences.
Listen to Serena →Johnny Low Music
Country and Acoustic
A Northern California performer bringing an acoustic country sound to local gathering places, outdoor stages and weekend music lineups.
Visit Artist Page →Katie Fry
Alt Country and Folk
A Sacramento singer, songwriter and multi instrumentalist whose guitar, piano and harp shape an expressive roots sound.
Visit Artist Page →Jon Pauling
Country, Originals and Rock
An Auburn area singer and songwriter performing original music alongside country and rock favorites at local venues and vineyards.
Visit Artist Page →Jessica Rose Band
Country and Pop Country
A Sacramento area country artist performing original songs and familiar favorites at clubs, festivals and community stages across the region.
Visit Artist Page →Derek James
Modern Country and Coastal Country
A California born, Nashville based singer and songwriter blending smooth vocals, country storytelling and laid back West Coast warmth. His live shows include stops across the Sacramento region and Northern California foothills.
Visit Artist Website → Follow on Instagram →Ryan Scripps
Modern Country
A San Jose country singer, guitarist and Nashville recording artist who appeared on Team Blake in Season 13 of The Voice. Ryan brings original music and country favorites to stages throughout Northern California.
Visit Artist Website → Follow on Instagram →Alex Lucero Band
Soul and Americana
A Santa Cruz touring band led by singer and multi instrumentalist Alex Lucero, with Justina Lucero on bass and harmony vocals. Their original music pairs soulful singing with an energetic full band sound.
Visit Artist Website →Straight Tequila Night
’90s Country Tribute
A Texas tribute band celebrating ’90s country favorites from artists including George Strait, Garth Brooks, Shania Twain and Brooks & Dunn. Their touring schedule includes Northern California appearances.
Visit Artist Website →Scott Patrick
Country and Indie Folk
A Mariposa artist bringing country and indie folk from the Sierra Nevada foothills to local stages. His recent performances include stops in Mariposa, Sonora and Arnold.
See Music and Artist Links → Follow on Instagram →Justin Charles
Country
Discover country singer Justin Charles and his live performance clips. Follow his official Instagram profile for music and artist updates.
Follow on Instagram →Beard Picker
Genre Bending Originals
A Sacramento musician sharing original songs, including “Hold Up.” Beard Picker describes his music as genre bending. Follow his official Instagram for music, videos and artist updates.
Follow on Instagram →LaineyWood
Lainey Wilson & Carrie Underwood Tribute
Fronted by Jessica Spaid and backed by MoonShine Crazy, LaineyWood celebrates the music of Lainey Wilson and Carrie Underwood. The show brings together country anthems, powerhouse vocals and big ballads from both artists. Follow their official pages for performance videos, upcoming shows and booking information.
Visit Artist Website → Follow on Instagram →Sammi Christine Band
Country and Honky Tonk
Fronted by Sammi Christine, this country band brings a love of old records and honky tonk music to its California performances. Explore the band’s official links for music, performance clips and updates.
Explore Artist Links →Help Us Grow the Directory
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Show people the live experience
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