The National Cowboy Poetry Gathering is an incredible event that has been happening since 1985. This year marks the 37th annual Gathering, albeit virtual. Every year, up until now, Cowboys and lover’s of Western Culture gather in Elko Nevada to celebrate, and learn about the rich and diverse history of the West. I was super bummed to hear that the event wasn’t going to happen this year, however I totally understand. We’ve all missed out on so much live music in the course of this pandemic, and the Elko Gathering was no exception.
I wanted to put together a piece for my radio show that reminds people of what a unique and valuable event this is. So I reached out to some of the performers and they recorded some stories and memories they have of Elko. Special thanks to Andy Hedges, Brenn Hill, and Mike Beck for sending in some audio.
If you have the chance to attend the Gathering in the future I encourage you to do so. The sense of community is palpable, and it’s a generous and encouraging place to be. You’ll learn a lot, and most likely make some new friends.
Dead Winter Carpenters
Sally Jaye and Brian Wright of Cafe Rooster Records
Lindsay Lou
Della Mae
National Cowboy Poetry Gathering 2020
Leftover Salmon
Brandon Vedder (Strange Negotiations Documentary)
Dom Flemons
I See Hawks In LA
California Honeydrops
Andy Hedges
Vandoliers
Brent Cobb
Justin Peter Kinkel-Schuster
Willy Vlautin
Dead Winter Carpenters
The Minks
Pure Prairie League
Poco Interview
Cory Branan
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