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. 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. Their debut album What a Life came out on February 27, 2026: ten originals, with Sam Bush guesting on "Angel of Telluride" and mastering by two-time GRAMMY winner David Glasser at Airshow Mastering. In 2026 alone the band sold out the Bluebird Theater in Denver four months ahead and an in-store set at Third Man Records in Nashville in under thirty minutes, and played WinterWonderGrass, Electric Forest, ROMP, Rooster Walk, Blue Ox, High Sierra and Grand Targhee Bluegrass. They release a soundboard tape of nearly every show on Bandcamp.