38th Gathering
Enjoy this playlist from the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
Poster artwork by Eric Bowman
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Steelhead Trout
Margo sings a lively tune with a catchy hook. Margo Cilker performs "Steelhead Trout" by Ben Walden during the "Wish Upon a Western Star" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Margo Cilker
Goldendale, WA
Originally from California, singer-songwriter Margo Cilker ha... -
Daddy Would Play
The Munsick Boys share a song written in 1993 by patriarch Dave Munsick. They perform "Daddy Would Play" during the "Ranch Truck Radio" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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The Munsick Boys
Dayton, WY
The Munsick Boys (Dave, Sam, and Tris) have a natural appeal t... -
The Funeral
DW describes a confounded funeral experience. DW Groethe performs "The Funeral" during "That Seventies Show" at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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DW Groethe
Bainville, MT
DW Groethe is the son of a son of pioneers. He was born and raised in the west of Dakota and has l... -
Chime Bells
If you love yodeling, this one is for you. Sourdough Slim and Robert Armstrong perform "Chime Bells" by Elton Britt and Bob Miller during the "Wild Abandon" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Sourdough Slim
Paradise, CA
Sourdough Slim, aka Rick Crowder, is a hoo... -
Friday Morning Brew
FEATURING: Margo Cilker, Wylie Gustafson, Jonathan Odermann, Jessie Veeder, and Special Guests.
It takes a bit of java to get perking on a Friday morning at the Gathering. These poets and musicians will caffeinate you with their performances. Guest poets George Wallace and Karen Stockett open th...
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From Force to Feel
Tom shares what colts taught him about the relationship of horse and rider. Tom Sharpe performs "From Force to Feel" during the "Opening Lines" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Tom Sharpe
Loma, CO
Born and raised in south central Colorado, Tom Sharpe grew up w... -
The Quebe Sisters
FEATURING: Grace Quebe, Hulda Quebe, Sophina Quebe, with Daniel Parr and Simon Stipp.
The Quebe Sisters return to Elko with their authentic triple-fiddle and three-part-harmony sound.
Hosted by Trinity Seely.
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It Ain't Easy
We often give more value to the things in our lives that don't come easy. Jessie Veeder sings "It Ain't Easy" during the "Lesson Poems, Songs + Stories" show at the 36th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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essie Veeder
Watford City, ND
Jessie Veeder writes and sings about the bad... -
Road to Las Cruces
Corb shares an Ian Tyson tune. Corb Lund performs "Road to Las Cruces" by Ian Tyson during the "Poetry, Song, and Beyond" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Corb Lund
Southern AB, Canada
Hailing from the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Corb Lund grew up in rur... -
That Little Blue Roan
Dick shares a classic horse poem. Dick Gibford recites "That Little Blue Roan" by Bruce Kiskaddon during the "Horse Tails" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Dick Gibford
New Cuyama, CA
Dick Gibford was raised on a small cow outfit on the central coast of Califo... -
Close to the Land (America's Heartland)
Murph shares a tune about the hard working people who live close to the land. Michael Martin Murphey + the Rio Grande Band perform "Close to the Land (America's Heartland)" during the "Poetry, Song and Beyond" show during the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Michael Marti...
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Experience of Life
Waddie shares some sage advice. Waddie Mitchell recites "Experience of Life" during "Poetry, Song, and Beyond" at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Waddie Mitchell
Jiggs, NV
Waddie Mitchell was immersed in the cowboy way of entertaining as a boy on the Nevada ranches w... -
Lowland Trail
When the going gets tough Margo looks for a lowland trail. Margo Cilker performs "Lowland Trail" during the "Wish Upon a Western Star" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Margo Cilker
Goldendale, WA
Originally from California, singer-songwriter Margo Cilker has s... -
Opening Lines
FEATURING: Floyd Beard, Straw Berry, Tom Sharpe.
Three cowboys walk into the Pioneer Saloon. . . Which one has the best opening line? Floyd Beard, Straw Berry, and Tom Sharpe take the stage with poems from classic to "cowboy poultry."
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Suits Me Fine
Kristyn shares a song about married life in 400 square feet. Kristyn Harris performs "Suits Me Fine" during the "Rosin the Bow" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Kristyn Harris
Burleson, TX
Kristyn Harris is a multi-award-winning singer, songwriter, and enterta... -
Big Sky Cadences
FEATURING: Mike Beck, DW Groethe, Wylie Gustafson, Brigid + Johnny Reedy.
Who knew there was so much talent in the state of Montana? These four acts are sure to entertain. Mike Beck, DW Groethe, Wylie Gustafson and Brigid and Johnny sing, play music and perform poetry from the heart.
From the 3...
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Different Strings for Different Folks
FEATURING: Pipp Gillette, Marley's Ghost, Sourdough Slim + Robert Armstrong, Denise Withnell + Keri Lynn Zwicker.
How many stringed instruments will you see on this stage? Add a couple without strings for more fun. Texas's Pipp Gillette, the West Coast's Marley's Ghost, California's Sourdough Sl...
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Close the Gate Behind You
FEATURING: Maria Lisa Eastman, Dick Gibford, Dave Stamey.
Poets Dick Gibford and Maria Lisa Eastman join singer/songwriter Dave Stamey onstage to entertain and educate. They will take you on a journey through time and place on foot and horseback. Always remember to close the gate behind you.
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Poetry, Song, and Beyond
FEATURING: Corb Lund, Waddie Mitchell, Michael Martin Murphey + the Rio Grande Band,.
What happens when you combine a talented Texan, an accomplished Albertan and a novel Nevadan on stage? A stellar show you don't want to miss. Michael Martin Murphey + the Rio Grande Band's cosmic cowboy sound w...
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Laughter–It's What's for Dinner
FEATURING: Chris Isaacs, Jake Riley, Kent Rollins, Sourdough Slim + Robert Armstrong.
No matter who you are, or what you do, chances are your favorite shows have one thing in common–laughter. Bring your insatiable hunger for a good joke and a slick story. The perfectly-seared comedy of Arizona'...
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Jugs
R.P. explains that some "ranchy" terms can easily be misunderstood. R.P. Smith recites "Jugs" during the "Wild Abandon" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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R.P. Smith
Broken Bow, NE
R.P. Smith is a fourth-generation rancher from Broken Bow, Nebraska. In the ranch... -
Barbed Wire
Margo sings for all of us who have fought barbed wire. Margo Cilker performs "Barbed Wire" during the "Wish Upon a Western Star" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Margo Cilker
Goldendale, WA
Originally from California, singer-songwriter Margo Cilker has spent th... -
Pulling the Caking Truck Blues
In Yvonne's years as a ranch wife, she has learned that helping hubby can be a chore. Yvonne Hollenbeck recites "Pulling the Caking Truck Blues" during the "Wild Abandon" show at the 38th National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Yvonne Hollenbeck
Clearfield, SD
Yvonne Hollenbeck is a ... -
Rosin the Bow
Featuring: Kristyn Harris, Hot Club of Cowtown, The Quebe Sisters
Rosin up the bow and watch the strings fly. These three female-fronted acts put the swing in western music. Kristyn Harris handles all the tricky syncopations with her guitar. Hot Club of Cowtown whizzes along with frontwoman Elan...
