Ryan Shupe & the RubberBand
High-energy acoustic jams where bluegrass virtuosity meets radio-ready optimism. Fiddle-driven anthems for big dreams and open roads.
High-energy acoustic jams where bluegrass virtuosity meets radio-ready optimism. Fiddle-driven anthems for big dreams and open roads.
This is music that feels like a deep breath of mountain air. It is anchored by Ryan Shupe's lightning-fast fiddle work and a rhythm section that treats acoustic instruments with the kinetic energy of a rock band. The sound is bright, polished, and relentlessly positive, blending the technical precision of bluegrass with the melodic accessibility of 2000s country-pop.
What sets them apart is the 'RubberBand' philosophy: a musical elasticity that allows them to stretch from a quiet, prayerful ballad into a frantic, multi-instrumental jam session without losing their footing. The vocal harmonies are exceptionally tight, often stacking four or five voices to create a wall of sound that feels communal and inviting rather than overproduced.
Start with the album Dream Big. The title track is the definitive entry point, capturing their signature blend of earnest lyricism and driving acoustic instrumentation. It is the perfect soundtrack for anyone needing a shot of genuine, unironic encouragement.
Ryan Shupe & the RubberBand is an American country music and bluegrass group from Ogden, Utah, founded in the mid-1990s by Ryan Shupe. After self-releasing four studio albums, they were signed to Capitol Records in 2005 and achieved a Top 40 hit on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs with the single "Dream Big". Over the years, they have released several albums on both major and independent labels, including Last Man Standing (2008), Brand New Shoes (2010), and We Rode On (2016). After the title track of Dream Big charted in the Top 40, the second single from the album failed to achieve similar success, leading to the band's departure from Capitol Records. In 2008, they signed to Montage Music Group and released the album Last Man Standing. Following its release, the band continued to tour nationally, refining their unique sound. In 2010, the band self-released the album Brand New Shoes on their independent label. This album featured crowd favorites and highlights the cross-genre, acousti-jam sound they have become known for. The band’s latest project, We Rode On (released in 2016), marks a shift toward a more rock-oriented direction. To promote the album, they released several music videos, including "The Sun Will Shine Again", "We Rode On", and "Just Say Yes".
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