When it comes to movers and shakers in the bluegrass world, Full Cord is a super-group on the rise. Mandolinist Brian Oberlin notes the band’s music “is new and fresh to the ears of seasoned bluegrass fans,” yet the bluegrass traditions in Full Cord have deep roots.

After winning the prestigious 2022 Telluride Bluegrass Band Competition in Colorado, the Grand Haven, MI-based group followed it up with the 2022 IBMA Momentum Band of the Year award and a 2023 performance at the 50th Telluride Festival.

“First-tier players who bring life and energy to the music.”
- Don Stiernberg

Full Cord’s new release "Cambium" backed by Dark Shadow Recording (Stephen Mougin of the Sam Bush Band) has had incredible chart action, and they have seen explosive growth in their fan base as their festival circuit continues to grow, including: Pagosa Folk n’ Bluegrass, Telluride 2023, ROMP, Hoxeyville, Ullrgrass, Winter BG Weekend (Keystone), Industrial Strength BG, Frankfort BG Fest, Podunk, Thomas Point Beach, Wheatland, Delaware Valley BG Fest, Pickin’ In The Pines, Charlotte BG Festival, IBMA WOB. 

"Chock full of exceptional musicianship, eclectic repertoire and inventive arrangements.”
- Joe Russ, Bluegrass Unlimited