In-Store Concert, September 27th - Cole Quest and The City Pickers, John & Wendy Mackin Band - 1 TICKET

NOTE - THIS SHOW IS AT ACOUSTIC MUSIC WORKS' NEW LOCATION, 1219 BINGHAM ON THE SOUTH SIDE!

Saturday September 27th, 2025 - It’s another great bluegrass night at AMW!  

Cole Quest and The City Pickers are not your average bluegrass band. Led by the charismatic and talented Cole Quest, grandson of the folk icon Woody Guthrie, this group of New York City musicians is united by their love of bluegrass and their passion for bringing a fresh, innovative sound to the traditional genre.

With their infectious energy and high-spirited talent, The City Pickers have become a mainstay on the local scene and have gained recognition from industry professionals and fans alike. Their debut album, recorded at NYC's renowned Magic Shop studio, was released in 2017 to critical acclaim, and in April 2021, they released their first EP, Self [En]Titled on Omnivore Records. Their latest full length LP, Homegrown on Jalopy Records, was released on July 18th with the help of Grammy award-winning producer and engineers including Steve Rosenthal.

But what really sets Cole Quest and The City Pickers apart is their unique musical approach. Blending original tunes with traditional favorites, they infuse each song with a special brand of high-spirited energy and a high lonesome sound that'll leave you wanting more. Their music is inspired by the stories and emotions of everyday life, and their instrumentation and vocal style are second to none.

Local support coming from The John & Wendy Mackin Band, Pittsburgh's longest running bluegrass act!

The show - seating is extremely limited!  We are offering pre-sale on 50 tickets and then will revert to standing room only on the day of the show.  Doors at 7:30pm, music starting around 8pm.  $25 guarantees a seat, though not any seat in particular!  First come, first pick.  This show will be BYOB.  Please call us at the shop with any questions!

TICKET PURCHASES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE, unless the event itself is cancelled.