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Quanah Dykes

St Hedwig, TX

Starts at $250

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If You Could Read My Mind

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Let it Snow (music video)

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Margarittaville

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Mustang Sally

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Take It Easy

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Five O' Clock World

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Singing traditional pop songs

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Overview

The sound of a full band, with the simplicity of booking one guy.
I'm Quanah Dykes — solo guitarist and lead vocalist with 50+ years on stage. Backing tracks, live vocal harmonizer, and my own pro PA deliver full-band energy with none of the hassle. One booking, one setup, one pro who reads the room.
My song list runs deep: Eagles, Buffett, Clapton, James Taylor, Fleetwood Mac, Neil Diamond, Willie Nelson (I do a fair Willie!), plus country, soft rock and yacht rock across five decades. Weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, patios — every set shaped to your crowd.
Have a must-hear song? I'll learn it for your event. Ask me for the full song list.


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Booking information

Price range: Starts at $250

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Timeless Multi-Genre Repertoire: A dynamic mix spanning classic country ("Wagon Wheel", "Five O'Clock World"), vintage and folk rock ("Take It Easy", "Read My Mind", "Margaritaville"), and feel-good soul/R&B ("Mustang Sally", "Drift Away," "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay"). Dedicated Acoustic Centerpiece: Expressive acoustic guitar paired with tailored backing tracks for an organic, full-band live sound that never overwhelms conversation. Pro-Grade Sound & Minimal Footprint: Pristine, modern sound reinforcement engineered to fit venues of any size, from intimate private patios to bustling event halls.Turnkey Professionalism: Punctual, communicative, and completely adaptable to your event's exact schedule and energy.

About

Music has been the constant thread throughout my life. I stepped onto my first West Texas stage at just 14 years old, cutting my teeth in the heart of traditional Texas music culture. That early start sparked a lifelong dedication to live performance, carrying me through private events in Houston, regional circuits, and years of fronting and backing Country Rock and Oldies Rock bands following my service in the U.S. Navy.

Over the decades, my journey has included co-founding local acts like The Skeleton Crew in Coastal Bend, serving as a featured multi-instrumentalist in praise teams across Portland, Texas—stepping out on lead electric guitars, mandolin, banjo, and lap steel—and engineering sound in my own recording studios in Corpus Christi and Saint Hedwig. Whether laying down melodic guitar solos, tracking in the studio, or leading live sets, that experience taught me how to read a room, control dynamics, and deliver an authentic musical atmosphere.

Today, based in the Greater San Antonio area, I provide complete, self-contained live music entertainment tailored for private parties, corporate events, wineries, breweries, and community gatherings. By combining seasoned lead guitar work, acoustic roots, banjo, mandolin, and lap steel with rich, full-production backing arrangements, I deliver the expansive sound of a full band with the adaptable stage footprint and volume control of a solo artist.

Additional booking notes

Complete Sound System Provided: 100% self-contained featuring an Electro-Voice column PA system and dedicated personal stage monitoring. Pristine audio dispersion designed to fill the room without harsh stage volume or feedback. Master Volume Control: Fully adaptable sound levels—from low-profile conversational background music for dining/tasting rooms to lively, energetic party volume.Full-Band Sound, Solo Profile: Live acoustic guitar and vocals are backed by custom studio-grade rhythm and bass arrangements for an authentic band sound without stage (link hidden)ntinuous Break Music: Curated background playlists are provided through the PA system during breaks so the event atmosphere never drops out.

Upcoming booked events

November 2026

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Wednesday

Personal Occasion

11:00am - 1:00pm

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Pflugerville, TX

Set list

Curated Repertoire & Sample Setlists Dynamically tailored to each event's energy, venue atmosphere, and guest requests!
Set 1
Margaritaville
Peaceful Easy Feeling
It Never Rains In Southern California
Somebody's Baby
If You Could Read My Mind
Free Fallin'
You've Got a Friend
Dreams
People Are Crazy
Daniel
Sundown
If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body
Dancing In The Moonlight
Set 2
(Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay
Stand by Me
Tulsa Time
Drift Away
Neon Moon
The Joker
Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain
Feels So Right
Knockin' on Heaven's Door
Wonderful Tonight
Amarillo by Morning
Redneck Girl
Wagon Wheel
Set 3
Take It Easy
Brandy (You're a Fine Girl)
Down Under
It's a Heartache
You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling
Change the World
Danny's Song
Hooked On a Feeling
Oh, Pretty Woman
Jack & Diane
Take Me Home, Country Roads
Friends in Low Places
Sweet Caroline

Influences and inspiration

Eagles, James Taylor, Wilson Pickett, Gordon Lightfoot, Hal Ketchum, Otis Redding

Setup requirements

Space Needed: Minimum 6' x 6' flat, level performance area (can comfortably expand or tighten down depending on venue space). Power: One standard, grounded 120V electrical outlet (15A or 20A) located within 25 feet of the setup area. Load-in & Setup Tim