Poor Man's Cow

up knob's creek without a paddle

Welcome!

We call our music style Funka-Rocka-Billygrass!

Poor Man’s Cow unique sound comes from a blend of musical styles and tastes as well as a willingness to try anything if it sounds good and makes people smile. Rock and Roll, Folk, Bluegrass, Funk, Blues, originals, and a few ballads thrown in to help you get your second wind, are what this band is all about.

If you’re looking for a fun night out with great tunes, then Poor Man’s Cow can provide a high energy time with a down to earth feel that will make it impossible for you to walk away not wanting more.

Come see us – we’ll be playing …

Keep Calm and Love Goats!

Daryl "Angus" Sandfort

Daryl "Angus" Sandfort

Lead guitar, Piano, Vocals

From Carlinville, Illinois, Daryl is a founding member of Poor Man’s Cow. All of Poor Man’s Cow original music was written by Daryl. To top that, he also plays lead guitar, sings, and plays piano. A constant source of leadership and creativity this workhorse brings it to every show.

Shannon Bassi

Shannon Bassi

Lead vocals

Shannon hiked down the Montana mountain range and brought her powerful voice bringing life to Poor Man’s Cow songs. Little known fact, Shannon taught Michelin top rated chefs, in Borneo, the art of cooking savory sweet treats.

Chris Frantzis

Chris Frantzis

Rhythm Guitar, Harmonica, Vocals

Son of sushi farmers and the inventor of the travel gyro, Chris constantly brings groovy guitar rhythms and recently has been adding harmonica, expanding his talents and blowing skills.

Beatsmith

Beatsmith

Percussion, Vocals

A native of Bongoville, this percussionist is incredibly talented, plays in a second band, has an Instagram page, and has a hidden talent…he sings and he sounds amazing!

John "Appleseed" Boex

John "Appleseed" Boex

Drums, Vocals

A native of Evanston, this fellow founding member is a constant source of energy, rhythm and dumb dad jokes. If not cycling through the European highlands, or worm farming in the Sicilian lowlands, Appleseed’s musical engine keeps the goat bus moving forward…always at the right time and on schedule….always.

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Goat Gallery

We have a great time playing music wherever we play and some of those great moments have been captured. Check out the Poor Man’s Cow image page.

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Contact Us

To book a show, catch up on the latest 'Goat News' or find out when our next gig is, fill out the contact form below and get back to you asap.  Thank you.

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