Haymakers takes the concept of the string band and plugs into a broad swath of American music that stretches from roots rock to bluegrass, from Appalachian folk music to bluesy western swing, and even into the realm of the jam band. Dustin Arbuckle (vocals/harmonica), Tom Page (vocals/guitar), Evan Ogborn (mandolin/vocals), and Caleb Drummond (bass/vocals) lock into an array of grooves that go in and outside the box of traditional acoustic music.

The Wichita, Kansas-based group formed in 2012 and gradually honed their sound through steady gigs around the Sunflower State before releasing their debut, self-titled album in 2017. Since then, the band has toured steadily throughout the Midwest and beyond, playing everywhere from festivals to rowdy bars to living rooms. Three subsequent albums, “Live at Art Church” (2021), “Waconda Flyer”, and their Hank Williams tribute album “100 Years of Hank” (both released in 2023) have each displayed Haymakers’ continuing musical growth. Over the years, they have cultivated a loyal fan based and developed a reputation for lively performances that blend a wide variety of original and traditional songs performed in their own unique style.

Haymakers perform a wide variety of American roots music that includes folk, bluegrass, country, blues, western swing, and more, all uniquely influenced by our experience as Kansans. We are able to tailor our performances to suit any setting or crowd size, from large, lively concerts to small, quiet listening rooms. Though the band usually tours as a 4 or 5 piece lineup, we can break down to trio or even duo if a smaller group is more appropriate for the event.

$1,200 – $2,500 for a single day performance, depending on the milage, sound requirements, and other performance details (show length, number of sets, etc.).

Lodging expenses may be incurred depending on travel distance to the performance location. All inquiries are subject to negotiation.

We can provide a short (30 – 60 min) additional performance at a nursing home or senior center on the same day as the main performance at no additional charge.

At educational performances we share the history of the songs and musical styles we play while focusing on songs which have a strong connection to the history of Kansas and the Great Plains. We are also happy to host instrumental instruction workshops.