Magoo

Magoo is a progressive bluegrass quartet from Denver, Colorado, bringing intricate arrangements, tight three-part harmonies, and extended improvisation to a modern take on the genre. Their sound combines the emotional directness of traditional bluegrass with adventurous songwriting and expansive instrumental work.

The band’s debut album, *What a Life*, was released in February 2026. It features bluegrass legend Sam Bush on fiddle and harmony vocals and was mastered by two-time GRAMMY Award winner David Glasser at Airshow Mastering. Magoo’s recent accomplishments include winning the UllrGrass Band Competition and Clash of the Strings, placing second in the Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Competition, and selling out a headlining performance at Denver’s Bluebird Theater.

When: October 17, 2026

Venue: Pearl Street Warehouse, 33 Pearl Street SW, Washington, DC 20024

Tickets: Free

Lineup: Dylan Flynn on dobro, Erik Hill on guitar, Courtlyn Bills on mandolin, and Denton Turner on bass.

About the band: Flynn, winner of the 2024 RockyGrass Dobro Competition, contributes soulful depth and melodic warmth. Hill, a runner-up in the RockyGrass Flatpicking Contest, supplies the group’s rhythmic drive. Bills is known for fiery mandolin solos and inventive arrangements, while Turner anchors the quartet with groove, timing, and subtle dynamics.

Recent appearances: Magoo has performed at Winter WonderGrass, Grand Lake Folk Festival, RapidGrass, and Huck Finn Jubilee, building a reputation as an exciting new act in progressive bluegrass.

Showtimes: No performance time is provided.

Run time: Not provided.

Ages: Not specified.