Playing at Folk 'n Bluegrass

The Badly Bent
The Badly Bent has been entrenched in the bluegrass music scene since 1997.  Based in Durango, Colorado, The Badly Bent has proven its musicianship through the winning of prestigious music competitions and receiving accolades from many of its peers in the bluegrass industry.  These boys are not newcomers to either the bluegrass scene or performing in front of large audiences.

The Badly Bent does not present itself as one of the new pseudo-bluegrass jam bands.  Although their musical prowess allows them to explore the edges of traditional music, the listener will find that the music never strays far from the roots established by the fathers of the genre.  Their love for the genuine bluegrass sound is evident every time they take the stage. But, don’t be surprised when they pull a song out of the hat that everyone says, “Now, where have I heard that before?”  Their repertoire will please even the most discriminating listener.

The Badly Bent started in Durango with a group of well-known musicians gathering to become the top of the bluegrass scene.  The configuration of the band evolved to its current form in 2003. Sharing lead vocals are Pat Dressen (guitar) and Mark Epstein (banjo).  Harmony vocals by Robb Brophy (mandolin) and Jimmy Largent (bass), combined with the sought-after sound of Bill Adams (dobro) rounds out the ensemble of The Badly Bent.