Coyote Creek, a hot Country Music act hailing from the Willamette Valley in Oregon.  The band is made up of a dynamic, professional group of musicians who provide the highest caliber live performances. Both musically and visually entertaining, Coyote Creek brings a wide array of original songs and classic Country covers that will appeal to audiences of all persuasions.  

 

Front and center on the stage for Coyote Creek is talented vocalist Kelli McIntosh. Kelli  has been singing ever since she can remember, and when the call came to join Coyote Creek as the lead-vocalist, it was only logical to seize the opportunity. Kelli grew up in the small town of Troutdale, Oregon. After graduating college at Arizona State University, she is now ready to hit the road and fulfill her dreams of continuing her singing career. Coming from a background filled with many different choirs and theatrical productions, Kelli’s warm vocals and show will keep the crowd howling for more.

 

 

The band'sbottom end and soaring vocal harmonies are flawlessly delivered by bassist Rik Bartel. A Salem, Oregon native, Rik has provided driving bass lines for acts such as Wild Dogs and 5 O'clock Charlie. Rik is an outstanding bass player, vocalist and song-writer whose abilities are truly an asset to Coyote Creek.

 

 

Holding down Lead, acoustic and electric guitar work, Tommy Pierson brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Tommy was born in Long Beach Washington, and began playing guitar in 1970. Soon he was playing in bands and at 13, began working in clubs, and playing live since. He’s played in such acts as "CRYSYS" a Portland Oregon 80’s original rock band with a large West coast following, "Slick Mister", and most recently, Salem, Oregon's "Phamous Phaces". Tommy has also been known to destroy perfectly good guitars at shows.

 

Drum and percussion duties are readily handled by Ryk Hoffert. No stranger to performing, Ryk has performed with many notable Northwest acts such as The Bottom Line and Trial by Fire. A refined and balanced drummer, Ryk delivers the no-nonsense rhythmic foundation of Coyote Creek.

 

Robert Lee serves up keyboard riffs and backing vocals.  A versed keyboard player for since elementary school, Robert has spent countless hours on stage with local and regional acts. The recording studio has been familiar territory, recording tracks for artists as well as producing radio commercials.

 

Coyote Creek keeps their schedule full by playing the Summer Fairs & Festival circuits, Casinos as well as West Coast clubs.  the group has had the opportunity to open shows for notable acts such as Steve Holy and Hal Ketchum,  Kelli Pickler and Bucky Covington.  

 

Their just finished CD titled “Wild Horses” is available from the group as well as CDBaby. The CD features 9 tracks of songs written entirely by Coyote Creek members which reflects their love of contemporary country and their musical backgrounds. “Coyote Creek is made up of 5 guys who were raised on late 70’s and 80’s rock, playing in clubs ranging from the Mississippi to the West Coast – even England, and a beautiful, talented fine young singer who rounds out the “Pack”, says Robert.  We’re on a mission to put Oregon on the Country music map”!

 

“It’s the unwavering commitment of this band and it's members to raise the benchmark personally and collectively, bringing the best music possible to as many people as possible. We treat each moment onstage as an opportunity to give a solid, lasting impression”, insists Rik. “Coyote Creek simply wants to run the musical product up the flagpole and see who salutes it”. “We’re proud to be from Oregon and want to represent our State on the National level. With our fans support, we can make that happen”!