A country band rooted in San Diego, California,

Westwinders seamlessly blend the sounds of Americana, Bakersfield honky-tonk, and old-time roots rock music into a sound that is unique and truly their own.

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 Formed by Erik Olson and Mitchel Harden,

the band delivers honest storytelling backed by raw, roots-driven instrumentation.

Their music is shaped by the working-class lives of its members: Songwriter, guitarist, and mandolinist Erik Olson is a Fire Engineer/Paramedic and carpenter, while Arkansas native and bassist Mitchel Harden is a skilled craftsman and woodworker.  Whether performing in intimate venues or larger festivals, together they bring their experience, grit, and craftsmanship to every performance.

Catch them live as soon as you get the chance!

 

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