••••••The Music•••••
Life in North Carolina and passion for music, culture, and art led Randy to be a roots musician and songwriter. Traveling solo or with his band around the Southeast region if the U.S. since age of sixteen, he has gained chops, experience, and notoriety. He has an aggressive, soulful, and sultry voice that lures the listener into original, heartfelt lyrics.
His acoustic style is derived from claw-hammer and Piedmont picking styles with added percussion. Like an original troubadour, he harnesses the harmonica around his neck. Adding fast and sweeping single-note lines over rhythm guitar, he creates a full band sound. His idea is to push the boundaries of coordination, playing all the parts with no compromise.
“He is a storyteller, Bluesman, and a master interpreter of modern American roots music. Randy McQuay II sings from the heart, plays guitar with abandon, and blows harmonica like he’s from another planet." - Lan Nichols President, Cape Fear Blues Society.
International Blues Challenge Winner
Lee Oskar Best Harmonica Player Award Recipient
Semper Fidelis Award for Musical Excellence Recipient
Voted "Best Musician" in Encore magazine's Best of 2020
Featured Artist for Lee Oskar Harmonicas, Farmer Footdrums & Saner Guitars
•••••The Venue•••••
The Bend is a community destination and entertainment space nestled under the trees in the Ogden area of Wilmington, NC. The Bend property encompasses The Parlour House (a full cocktail bar), Grumpy’s Soft Serve (COMING SOON!), Middle Sound Grille (COMING SOON!), as well as expansive outdoor space for larger events & markets.
The Parlour House is a 1970’s home turned into a full bar and lounge. It is known for its beautiful decor, extensive beer & wine selection, craft cocktails and a 20 ft, vintage shuffleboard table. The Bend has plenty of space for live music, comedy, events, and more!
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