Sunny South is one my favorite bluegrass bands with that tight playing and fiery solos.”

Sunny South Bluegrass

Sunny South is a bluegrass band playing in the Portland, Oregon region. Sunny South plays bluegrass with an emphasis on traditional style like Flatt and Scruggs, Doc Watson and Bill Monroe. Sunny South started playing in the 80's with Sonny Hammond as lead singer and band leader. They played all over the pacific northwest and produced two albums. After Sonny passed on, the band has continued playing bluegrass and honoring Sonny. Mike and Dave are founding members of Sunny South and have added Steve Reischman, Dee Johnson  to fill out the band. Sunny South is an experienced band, both professional and comfortable on the stage. They put on a great show that audiences enjoy.

        Dave Elliott – Mandolin and vocals 

        Mike Stahlman – Banjo and Vocals 

        Steve Reischman – Rhythm guitar and vocals 

        Dee Johnson - Bass

        

 

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