The Devil Makes Three

The Devil Makes Three

The Devil Makes Three has always thrived in the spaces between genres, where the grit of folk, the soul of blues, and the rebellious spirit of punk collide. Their music doesn’t just follow the American storytelling tradition — it redefines it. Whether evoking the deep melancholy of Delta blues or the frenetic energy of punk, their sound is raw, powerful, and unmistakably their own. For over two decades they have carved out a place in the American roots scene with high-energy performances.

Formed in 2002 in Santa Cruz, California by Pete Bernhard and Cooper McBean, the trio now features longtime collaborator MorganEve Swain on upright bass and vocals, taking over for Lucia Turino. They’ve released seven studio albums and three live recordings; their latest, "Spirits," marks a return to stripped-down roots.

Produced by Grammy-winner Ted Hutt, "Spirits" journeys through grief, addiction, division, and personal resilience. Songs like "Lights on Me" and "Spirits" reflect Bernhard’s experience of losing close family members and friends during the album’s creation, while tracks such as "Half as High" and "Divide and Conquer" address broader social themes.

Recording at Dreamland, a converted church studio outside Woodstock, New York, where thunderstorms mirrored the album’s somber, introspective mood, the result marries the band’s signature Americana sound with new depth. "There’s definitely a theme of ghosts and death running through this album," says Bernhard.

Despite these heavy themes, The Devil Makes Three remain a rhythm-driven live band meant for dancing and celebration. Their shows bring together a diverse and dedicated fanbase where revelry and catharsis meet.

• Infants and children under 6 are not permitted in the venue for amplified night time shows due to sound levels and crowded conditions.
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