Founded in the streets, bars, and wild house parties of Boone in 2013, Dr. Bacon is an Appalachian Funk Rock group currently based in Asheville, NC.

The Dr. Bacon live experience is truly a spectacle to behold—bringing audiences on a musical journey that lulls and spikes in energy and caresses ears with lush beauty that whips crowds into a tribal romp, shakes booties, and sheds inhibitions. This manic versatility ensures that no matter what genre of music audience members identify with most, everyone will hear something that resonates.

Dr. Bacon is:
Jesse Talbott / Lead vocals & guitar
Myles Dunder / Vocals, saxophones, guitars, etc.
Michael Crawford / Harmonica, keys & synth
Ben New / Drums & percussion
Matt Gornto / Bass
Rory Joseph / Lead guitar & vocals

A Shakori Hills mainstay act, the group’s new album Chaotic at Best is set for release in early Fall 2024.