Backed by searing stringed instruments that supply their own rhythmic bounce, the Bridge City Sinners weave original tunes that skirt the borders of folk, jazz, punk, and even bluegrass in their construction, with plenty of wicked stories and scenarios in the lyrics.
Formed in Portland, Oregon, in 2016, the Sinners were initially comprised of lead singer/banjolele player Libby "Lux" Barthuly, singer/clarinetist Ryan Duff, resonator guitarist Michael "Sinner" Flecha (who also performs locally under the name King Strang), upright bassist Scott Michaud, and washboard player Aman...