For immediate release:

January 30, 2026

PROGRESSIVE BLUEGRASS QUARTET

MAGOO

WATCH LOVE ROLL AWAY ON

"CAN'T YOU HEAR THAT TRAIN"

OUT NOW–LISTEN

U.S. TOUR CONTINUES TONIGHT IN BOZEMAN, MT

PLUS WINTERWONDERGRASS, DELFEST, ELECTRIC FOREST FESTIVAL, NORTHLANDS MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL & MORE–SEE DATES

 DEBUT RECORD

WHAT A LIFE

OUT FEBRUARY 27–PRE-SAVE & PRE-ORDER

MASTERED BY 2X GRAMMY-WINNING ENGINEER

DAVID GLASSER (GRATEFUL DEAD)

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Today, Denver, CO-based bluegrass quartet Magoo share spirited track, "Can't You Hear That Train," a fast-paced, acoustic guitar-driven acceptance of a love that parts ways. The band's debut record What A Life is due out next month, on February 27 available to pre-save and pre-order now. 

In celebration of the album, the band is in the midst of an extensive U.S tour, plus an added date in Chicago and a sold out hometown show in April in Denver at the Bluebird Theater. The group will play several festivals like WinterWonderGrass, Electric Forest, Northlands Music & Arts Festival, and more. Find a full list of dates below, with tickets and information here.

Five years in the making, guitarist Erik Hill says, "'Can’t You Hear That Train' started as a classic train song–Your girl is leaving on a train and there’s nothing you can do about it. I wrote it about five years ago and just let it sit." After playing it live, it all clicked, and continues to be a live set highlight. "When I pulled it back out last Spring and played it for the band, that’s when it really came alive and the jam found its way in. We always have a lot of fun playing the song live."

LISTEN: "Can't You Hear That Train"

In November, the band shared "Angel of Telluride" featuring Sam Bush, one of the originators of progressive bluegrass music. Mandolinist Courtlyn Bills shares, "Inspired by real events, 'Angel of Telluride' is a story about meeting someone and falling in love at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival."

LISTEN: "Angel of Telluride" (feat. Sam Bush)

The band is thrilled to formally introduce themselves with a debut project that honors the roots of bluegrass while pushing the genre forward. With soaring instrumentals and heartfelt lyricism, the concise ten track record, What A Life, is adventurous, spirited and expansive, mastered by GRAMMY-winning engineer, David Glasser (Grateful Dead).

Magoo is made up of Dylan Flynn (dobro), who won the 2024 RockyGrass Dobro Competition, Erik Hill (guitar), the runner-up in the RockyGrass Flatpicking Contest, Courtlyn Bills (mandolin), Denton Turner (bass). Their recent festival appearances at WinterWonderGrass, The Big What? and Smalltown For The Cause among many more have cemented the group as an exciting one to watch as they fearlessly lead the new generation of bluegrass. Later this year, they'll take the stage at a host of other festivals like Grand Targhee Bluegrass, Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Festival, BajaWonderGrass and more. With two EPs out and a handful of singles, the group is gearing up to share a body of work that calls on their roots while pioneering new paths.

Magoo's rich, inventive debut record, What A Life, is out February 27 and is available for pre-save and pre-order now. Through the spring and summer, catch Magoo live across the U.S. with tickets and information available here. Connect with the band on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook for more.

MAGOO LIVE

SPRING/SUMMER 2026

New dates added!

01.30 Bozeman, MT • The ELM +

01.31 Spearfish, SD • Matthews Opera House

02.06 Winter Park, CO • Devil’s Craft

02.07 Basalt, CO • TACAW – The Arts Campus at Willits

02.12 Jackson, WY • The Virginian Lodge +

02.13 Salt Lake City, UT • The Commonwealth Room +

 02.14 Grand Junction, CO • Mesa Theater

02.18 Louisville, KY • Zanzabar

02.19 Lexington, KY • The Burl

02.20 Chicago, IL • Martyrs'

02.21 Nashville, TN • The Blue Room at Third Man Records - SOLD OUT

02.27 - 03.01 Steamboat Springs, CO • WinterWonderGrass

03.12 Bellingham, WA • Wild Buffalo

03.13 Seattle, WA • Sunset Tavern

03.14 Newberg, OR • Newgrass Festival

03.17 Arcata, CA • Humboldt Brews

03.18 Chico, CA • Lost on Main

03.19 Crystal Bay, NV • Crystal Bay Club Casino

03.20 Nevada City, CA • Crazy Horse Saloon

03.21 Nevada City, CA • Crazy Horse Saloon

03.22 Folsom, CA • Folsom Saloon

03.25 Felton, CA • Felton Music Hall

03.26 Berkeley, CA • Cornerstone

03.27 Los Angeles, CA • The Mint

03.28 San Diego, CA • Winstons Beach Club

03.29 Phoenix, AZ • Last Exit Live

04.03 Fort Collins, CO • Aggie Theater

04.04 Denver, CO • Bluebird Theater - SOLD OUT

04.17-19 Driftwood, TX • Old Settler's Music Festival

 04.23-25 Baja California, Mexico • BajaWonderGrass

04.30 New Orleans, LA • Chickie Wah Wah (Late Show)

05.02 Brevard, NC • Oskar Blues Spring Shakedown

05.07-05.10 Pittsboro, NC • Shakori Hills Festival

05.16 Catonsville, MD • Music City Bluegrass & Roots Festival

05.17 Aztec, NM • Tico Time Bluegrass Festival"

05.21 Martinsville, VA • Rooster Walk

05.22 Cumberland, MD • Delfest

05.29 Golden, CO • Goldengrass

06.05-06.07 Palisade, CO • Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Festival

06.19-06.21 Swanzy, NH • Northlands Music & Arts Festival

06.25 Rothbury, MI • Electric Forest

06.26 Ownsboro, KY • ROMP Music Festival

06.27 Eau Claire, WI • Blue Ox Music Festival

07.02-07.05 Grass Valley, CO • High Sierra Music Festival

07.16 - 18 Showshoe, WV • 4848 Festival

07.30-08.02 Del Norte, CO • Rhythms On The Rio Music Festival

08.07 Alta, WY • Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival

08.09 Darrington, WA • Re/Evolution: SummerJam

08.13-08.16 Jensen, UT • RiverWonderGrass (SOLD OUT)

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Tracklist

01. Ohio Blues

02. Can't You Hear That Train

03. Rippin' Richard

04. Big Fall

05. Clarity

06. Riding Trains

07. Angel of Telluride (ft. Sam Bush)

08. The Road

09. What A Life

10. The Roads Been Good to Me

ABOUT MAGOO

Magoo is a progressive bluegrass quartet from Denver, Colorado, redefining the boundaries of modern bluegrass with fearless creativity and world-class musicianship. Known for their dynamic live performances, the band delivers a powerful blend of intricate arrangements, tight three-part harmonies, and extended improvisations that bring new life to the genre.

Their debut album What a Life arrives in February 2026, capturing the group’s adventurous spirit and balance between heartfelt songwriting and soaring instrumental work. The record honors the roots of bluegrass while boldly exploring its modern evolution, featuring a guest appearance from bluegrass legend Sam Bush on fiddle and harmony vocals and mastering by two-time GRAMMY Award winner David Glasser at Airshow Mastering.

Each member of Magoo brings a distinctive voice and musical strength to the project. Dobroist Dylan Flynn, winner of the 2024 RockyGrass Dobro Competition, adds soulful depth and melodic warmth. Guitarist Erik Hill, runner-up in the RockyGrass Flatpicking Contest, drives the band’s rhythmic pulse with power and precision. Mandolinist Courtlyn Bills injects fiery solos and inventive arrangements, while bassist Denton Turner grounds the sound with groove, timing, and subtle dynamics. Together, they form a sound that is rich, cohesive, and unmistakably their own.



Magoo’s recent achievements include first place at UllrGrass Band Competition and Clash of the Strings, second at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Competition, and a sold-out headlining show at Globe Hall in Denver. Their festival appearances at Winter WonderGrass, Grand Lake Folk Festival, RapidGrass, and Huck Finn Jubilee have solidified their reputation as one of the most exciting new acts in the progressive bluegrass scene.

With What a Life on the horizon, Magoo stands poised for a breakout year, bridging the heart of traditional bluegrass with the fearless innovation of a new generation.

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PRESS CONTACTS

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