Slipshod

Slipshod is Matt Snook (dobro and banjo) and Steve Blanchard (guitar and mandolin). They met a number of years ago as part of the Northwest Bluegrass community and became fast friends and picking partners. They have similar musical styles, yet they draw on many different influences like Gordon Lightfoot, Norman Blake, Simon and Garfunkel, and Tim O'Brien, to name a few.

Slipshod formed in 2012. These musicians enjoy entertaining audiences with both their humor and musical skills. Matt and Steve offer listeners a broad and diverse range of music, including originals, familiar melodies and dynamic instrumentals. Their harmonies and unique vocal interpretations add to their precise instrumental talents.

Matt has entertained with a variety of ensembles including the Snook Family Band, Free Range and SugarPine. Steve has performed with Steve Blanchard and the Open Range, Bill Jolliff Bluegrass Gospel Band, Prairie Flyer, Jim Faddis and One More Ride and also, SugarPine.