We’re a North Carolina-based duo playing a blend of Funky Americana and Country Soul. We cover everything from Willie Nelson and Otis Redding, to The Beatles and Tom Petty.
Over the years, we’ve played everywhere from large festivals to songwriter rooms in Nashville, and we bring the same energy and intention to every show — whether it’s a private event, corporate gathering, or intimate concert setting.
We’re professional, easy to work with, and focused on making the music fit the moment. If you’re looking for a duo that brings character, connection, and a sound that stands apart, we’d love to be part of your event.
2 reviews
Hannah
March 19, 2026Tyler and his wife, Kelly are fantastic! They play a great mix of covers and their originals. They were such a pleasure to have play our house warming party. I highly recommend them if you want an awesome music experience with some super cool people.
Hired as: Americana Band
Brian
July 21, 2025I have spent the better part of 10 years curating a private music series at my personal residence in Clemmons, North Carolina. During that time I have hosted singer/songwriters from The Netherlands to Nashville, TN and everywhere in between. I call my private music series "Live From The Yard" and host between 40-60 people at 4 shows per year. Over the past couple of years I have had the pleasure of hosting Tyler Dodson multiple times. His performance and musicianship has exceeded expectations every time. Guests often will tell me that Tyler is their "favorite show" of the year and "when are you going to have him back"! I have been fortunate to host artists from The Netherlands, California, London, to Nashville and everywhere in between and when I book Tyler Dodson for a LIVE show I am confident he will always deliver. Tyler is what I call a "triple threat" meaning he writes, sings, and plays all original music that he has personally created. I can't think of a more complete artist with a more complete skill set than Tyler. It is a matter of time before he is a household name in music circles around the world.
Hired as: Americana Band
Price range: $500 and up
Tyler Dodson is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, born in the foothills of the Sauratown mountains in Stokes County, North Carolina, whose musical journey weaves a tapestry of sounds and stories as eclectic as the South itself. From crafting soul-stirring melodies or exploring and sharing the depths of his own psyche, he remains steadfast in his commitment to the art of story.
His eclectic musical tastes, ranging from the rebellious anthems of The Strokes to the raw poetry of master songwriters like John Prine, Guy Clark and Tom Petty, all the way to soul pioneers such as Wilson Pickett and Otis Redding, helped to shape his distinctive blend of Americana; some even referring to Dodson as a “country Bill Withers”.
Dodson’s first gig was at a Taco Bell/gas station combo in King, NC where he played for tips and tacos. Since then, he has played at “The Stage on Broadway” in Nashville, opened for musician / songwriter Sam Lewis, recorded with Scott Boyer in Muscle Shoals, and was an up and coming favorite at Shakori Hills Festival. Dodson has played stages big and small, and he’s come a long way since penning his first song in 3rd grade, “Just Don’t Care No More”.
Tyler Dodson’s music constructs simple stories into profound messages that shine light through the cracks of a collective human experience that are at once haunting and familiar. His debut album, “Live at the West Salem Public House”, recorded by EMR Recorders own Doug Williams (The Avett Brothers, David Via, The Wood Brothers etc.) is slated for release in 2024.
Americana Band
