Bent Penny Revival

Some bands are a phase. Bent Penny Revival is a lifestyle. Founded in 1998, Bent Penny Revival has spent over two decades proving that the best music comes from bands who genuinely love what they're doing — and who've had enough years together to make it look effortless. This Kentucky-rooted 7-piece is the real deal: a full ensemble featuring Garry Jones on vocals, Cliff Jones and Matt Warner trading guitar duties, Jerry Galbraith adding soulful saxophone to the mix, Sherri Portwood holding down a rock-solid bass line, Rick Warner driving everything forward on drums, and Steve Lyons rounding out the sound on keyboard. Seven musicians. One seriously good time. The beauty of Bent Penny Revival is in the layers. On any given night, you've got rhythm, melody, and texture working together in a way that smaller acts simply can't replicate. The saxophone gives them a warm, unexpected dimension. The dual guitars keep things interesting. The keys add color. And Garry's vocals tie the whole glorious mess together into something that feels both polished and alive. It's the kind of sound that makes strangers turn to each other and ask, "Wait — who are these guys?" In their current run on the regional circuit, the band has logged six completed gigs across three venues in Williamsburg, Lexington, and Winchester. The Cellar Bar & Grille has become something of a home base — three shows there, and counting. The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland in Lexington has seen them light up the room twice, and their appearance at 34 S Main St in Winchester added another city to their growing footprint. It's a tight but telling résumé: quality over quantity, loyalty over novelty. Behind the scenes, Dave Congleton keeps the operation running smoothly as part of the band's support crew, making sure that what looks effortless on stage actually stays that way. It's the kind of professional setup that makes a venue booker's job easier and a show night stress-free. Bent Penny Revival isn't trying to reinvent the wheel. They're just really, really good at making it spin. With over 25 years of roots and a band full of musicians who clearly still love doing this, every show carries the weight of experience and the energy of a band that never stopped being excited to play. Ready to put that energy on your stage? Get in touch — Bent Penny Revival is booking now.