If you like the Gold Country-based band Trout & Parrot, then you will love MerryGold. Mostly because it is the same band. Nonetheless, the bluegrass duo will strut into the Matching Half on Saturday the 18th with a new name and a new swagger. We are super excited to have this talented group stop by our spot as they make their musical travels.

Now, for a little about the band...

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If you like the Gold Country-based band Trout & Parrot, then you will love MerryGold. Mostly because it is the same band. Nonetheless, the bluegrass duo will strut into the Matching Half on Saturday the 18th with a new name and a new swagger. We are super excited to have this talented group stop by our spot as they make their musical travels.

Now, for a little about the band...

MerryGold is Jillian Secor (guitar, vocals) and Alex Stephens (guitar, mandolin, vocals). Their whiskey-soaked folk/bluegrass songs take listeners back to simpler times and portray a rawness that embodies the pioneer spirit of the Wild West. In a style similar to Gillian Welch, Alison Krauss, and David Rawlings, this up-and-coming duo combines sincere energy and beautiful melodies to push folk music to the edge. They have an amazingly full sound, thanks to Jillian's powerful voice and Alex's intricate mandolin and guitar riffs. MerryGold is gradually adding new pieces to the band and the lineup currently includes bass, banjo, and/or cello.

Music will start at 8, but show up early to get a good spot and a cheap beer.