Crying Uncle Bluegrass Band Comes to Town Hall
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Front Porch Music Presents: Crying Uncle Bluegrass Band at Town Hall Theatre
Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 7:00 PM, 6:00 PM lobby party with music Town Hall Theatre | 3535 School Street, Lafayette, CA
Front Porch Music is proud to welcome the Crying Uncle Bluegrass Band to Town Hall Theatre on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Widely recognized as one of the most exciting young bands in acoustic music, Crying Uncle has captivated audiences across the U.S. and abroad with their adventurous mix of bluegrass, Dawg (David Grisman music), jazz, and modern originals.
The band features brothers Miles and Teo Quale, joined by bassist Andrew Osborn and 2023 National Flat Pick Guitar Champion Ian Ly. Based in Northern California, these four outstanding musicians have become leaders of the vibrant West Coast bluegrass scene while gaining international acclaim.
A Rapid Rise in the Bluegrass World
Since forming in 2016, Crying Uncle has built an impressive list of achievements:
Grand Ole Opry debut (2024)
IBMA Momentum Band of the Year Award (2023)
Featured at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame induction for their hero, David Grisman
Winners of the 2018 Pickin’ in the Pines Band Contest in Flagstaff, AZ
Festival performances at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Grey Fox, Delfest, Wintergrass, Strawberry Music Festival, and Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival
International tours in Japan, Korea, Finland, and France
Appearances on TEDTalk (twice)
Legendary mandolinist David Grisman himself endorsed the band, writing on Facebook:
“Go and check out Crying Uncle! We dig what they are doing! The future of music is in good hands here!”
Crying Uncle’s discography includes four acclaimed recordings, from their debut Crying Uncle (2018) to their latest, The Thing of Dreams (2022). The band signed with Engelhardt Music Group in 2024 and is preparing to release a brand-new album in 2025.
Opening the evening, The DulciMates. Deborah “DJ” Hamouris and Buffalo create music using two mountain dulcimers and two voices, producing four-part harmonies. The husband-and-wife duo bring their unique “dulcimers without borders” style to the stage, blending standard and baritone mountain dulcimers with beautiful vocal harmonies. Performers DJ Hamouris and Buffalo draw from traditional, Celtic, classic rock, and original material to create a sound that delights lovers of American folk and beyond.
An Evening of Music and Community
The evening kicks off with a Lobby Party at 6:00 PM with live music by Roy Kelvin and Jim Larson, followed by the concert upstairs starting at 7:00 PM. The opening act will be the award-winning Dulcimates. The DulciMates are Deborah “DJ” Hamouris and Buffalo: two mountain dulcimers and two voices, creating beautiful four-part harmony together.
This event is part of the Front Porch Presents series, produced by Front Porch Music to highlight both established and emerging artists while fostering community through music.
About Front Porch Music
Front Porch Music is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Lafayette, CA, dedicated to supporting adult and emerging musical artists. Through concerts, songwriter sessions, and community events, Front Porch nurtures artistic growth while bringing people together through the power of music. Learn more: frontporchmusic.org
Front Porch Presents is made possible in part by a grant from the Zellerbach Family Foundation.
About Town Hall Theatre
Town Hall Theatre is Contra Costa County’s oldest theatre company and a beloved Lafayette landmark. A home for the performing arts, the theatre is committed to radical hospitality and to creating space where artists, audiences, and students can build empathy, connection, and lasting community impact. Learn more: townhalltheatre.com
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