Blackwater Rose

From the canopy of Savannah’s ancient live oaks to stages throughout the Low Country, Blackwater Rose channels bluegrass soul. Merging tradition with a modern pulse, every note weaves an American tale, a rhythm of life, and a call to boogie.

BROOKS EASTERLING
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Brooks unleashes the upright bass with a fervor born from deep Southern roots. His rhythms anchor us, setting souls alight. With each resonant bottom note, he crafts tales as old as time, grounding Blackwater Rose in raw, authentic energy.
TREVOR CLENDENIN
TREVOR CLENDENINGUITAR
Trevor’s guitar strings tell tales of sunsets and island nights. With a technique that marries grace and grit, he provides Blackwater Rose with a melodic backbone, infusing every tune with true heart, soul, and a touch of deep Southern mystique.

Our Story

Emerging from the heart of Savannah’s marshland, Blackwater Rose breathes life into the timeless essence of bluegrass. With fervent mandolin plucks, intricate banjo tales, melodic guitar backbone, and resonant bass rhythms, they craft a symphony that melds tradition with modern vibrancy. Each note captures a slice of Southern soul, a whisper of Appalachian wind, a hint of Low Country mystery.

Blackwater Roses doesn’t just play; they narrate stories of doomed romance, mountain mists, and river bends. It’s in their fiery live performances, infused with traces of modern country pioneers and psychedelic legends, that they truly come alive, enveloping listeners in a sonic embrace. Yet, their journey’s heart lies in harmonies shared among voices that unite in a tapestry of soulful echoes.

Drenched in both legacy and innovation, their music is a testament to passion’s power. Every performance is a ritual, a communion with the audience, an exploration of bluegrass’s very soul. And as they traverse the landscape of melodies, from toe-tapping beats to heart-rending ballads, Blackwater Rose beckons you to join their voyage, to immerse in the wild rhythms of life, love, and endless musical byways.

“I think music in itself is healing. It’s an explosive expression of humanity. It’s something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we’re from, everyone loves music.”

MACK MACK • MUSIC ENTHUSIAST