The JourneyBirds

Top Performer

San Marcos, CA

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Travels up to 200 miles

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“Emmylou” by First Aid Kit, cover by The JourneyBirds

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“Home/Dirty Paws” Mash-Up Cover by The JourneyBirds

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“Have You Ever Seen the Rain” by CCR, cover by The JourneyBirds

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“Bad Habit” live loop cover by The JourneyBirds

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Overview

The JourneyBirds acoustic duo (comprised by Keila-Rae and David Jenson) had been making music around the world for the past three years. Layering harmonies over acoustic guitar and ukulele, with live looping/sampling, The JourneyBirds create fresh new alt-folk arrangements of classic and current favorites across different musical genres.
They’ve played on cruise ships, wineries, resorts and hotels— venues and parties of all kinds, creating an uplifting and memorable musical experience for each.


Reviews

5 reviews

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Kelly P.

June 5, 2026
Verified review

The Journey Birds were great!

The Journey Birds played for our retirement community during a happy hour event and were fantastic! They had a very chill vibe, sounded great and were on time! I would hire them again immediate!

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Folk Band


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Fairbanks R. A. C. S. S.

May 13, 2026
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Great Vibe!!!

Perfect fit for our Happy Hour!! We will hire them again!

Hired as: Folk Band


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Christine P.

October 29, 2025
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Great Couple

I would use them again and again. Very easy to work with. Fit in like part of the family.

Hired as: Acoustic Band


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Catherine S.

February 23, 2024
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Welcome Reception

I had a great experience working with The JourneyBirds for my company's Welcome Reception. They were quick to respond during the planning process and were professional and prompt when arriving onsite. They are a very talented duo and put on an excellent set with songs that I know a bunch of our attendees (including myself) were jamming out to! I highly recommend booking The JourneyBirds for your next reception or private event.

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Folk Band


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Alejandra S.

January 2, 2024
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Very professional!

Love their performance! I would definitely hire the again.

Hired as: Acoustic Band

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for pricing

Insurance: $1,000,000 - We can quickly arrange for liability insurance if needed for your venue. The cost for which is added to our fees and varies by venue requirements. We typically get coverage for $100k and the cost is generally $130.

Upcoming booked events

April 2027

28

Wednesday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 9:00pm

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Coronado, CA

Past booked events

November 2026

04

Wednesday

Corporate Event

4:00pm - 6:30pm

•

Indian Wells, CA

June 2026

04

Thursday

Nonprofit Event

3:30pm - 4:30pm

•

Encinitas, CA

May 2026

08

Friday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Rancho Santa Fe, CA

October 2025

25

Saturday

Birthday Party

5:00pm - 7:00pm

•

San Marcos, CA

August 2025

28

Thursday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 9:30pm

•

La Jolla, CA

April 2025

04

Friday

Cocktail Party

5:30pm - 7:30pm

•

Carlsbad, CA

February 2024

21

Wednesday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

•

San Diego, CA

December 2023

31

Sunday

Grand Opening

11:00am - 2:00pm

•

Chino, CA

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