Folk Rock for Romance in the Rockies
Colorado and beyond
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Andy Straus
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Operating out of Fraser, CO, Hunker Down is an acoustic group that serves weddings throughout the Centennial State and further afield. Known for their Bluegrass-inspired sound and energetic performances, this five-piece band is passionate about playing their covers and original tunes for couples and their guests. Band leader Andy Straus delights in bringing people together through music and strives to enhance your celebration with a memorable score.
Hunker Down has been rocking the Rocky Mountains for many years. Often playing at the region’s bars and festivals, this accomplished outfit has opened for well-known musicians such as Jeff Austin, Sam Bush, and Michael Franti. Specializing in acoustic music, the band plays instruments synonymous with the folk genre, including the banjo, mandolin, and upright bass.
Whether you are hosting an intimate celebration or a large-scale event, Hunker Down can adapt its performative style to suit the vibe of your event. From rehearsal instrumentals to vibrant after-party performances, they can accompany every part of your occasion. Their repertoire boasts a variety of covers and original tunes, and they are happy to modify their setlist to satisfy your preferences.
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Instruments
Banjo
Bass
Fiddle
Guitar
Keyboard
Mandolin
Vocals
Music Genres
Bluegrass
Country
Folk
Rock
Music Services
Live Music
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Reception
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Meet the team
Andy Straus
Owner
Andy Straus is a talented singer, songwriter, hot picking, fun master. He is the leader of the Colorado based band, Hunker Down. You can also find him playing with some friends or solo at a local bar where he lives in Fraser, Colorado. He believes in bringing people together with music and the bond it creates. So he produces events, concert series and festivals. With roots in bluegrass, folk, blues, and country he writes songs about living in the mountains and having good times and calls it “Folk and Roll". When he isn’t on stage or planning his next event, he may be fishing in the river.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.02 reviews
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Casey H
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5.0
9/30/2014
I totally scored finding this band. They really sound great.... they were perfect for our ranch wedding. I love bluegrass and they played some amazing bluegrass and classic rock ...
with a bluegrass twist. Andy was really kind and really willing to work with me and make sure I got exactly what I wanted. It really made our night special.
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Anna B
5.0
3/24/2026
Hunker Down is the best! They are lively, talented, and absolutely made our dance floor a blast. They perfectly accommodated our wishes, and their set list was exactly what we were...
hoping for. Andy is kind, easygoing, and a joy to work with. The team is communicative, prompt, and extremely talented. You won't regret hiring Hunker Down for your event or wedding!
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