ABOUT US

Described as “BC’s most exciting Newgrass band,” The Unfaithful Servants have carved a name for themselves as one of Canada’s most acclaimed acoustic acts. With explosive instrumentals, compelling story-telling, and high-powered vocals, they deliver a fresh and dynamic take on folk, bluegrass, and Americana.

The band's sophomore record Fallen Angel (October 2025) represents an exciting new chapter for the group. Following their 2019 debut album, produced by Grammy Award-winner Steve Smith, The Servants spent time writing, touring, and evolving their sound. The result is a collection of songs that highlight raw emotion, intricate arrangements, and fiery instrumentals. Produced by Adrian Dolan (The Wailin’ Jennys, The Bills), Fallen Angel showcases a band at the height of its powers — a record that distills the very essence of The Unfaithful Servants’ sound.

“The Unfaithful Servants are one of the most exciting bands from Vancouver Island in some time...gorgeous harmonies and fine song writing, beautiful instrumental interplay and some seriously rippin' solos."
— Kelly Nakatsuka, CBC/Islands Folk Festival

Their resume includes acclaimed festival appearances (Vancouver Island MusicFest, Salmon Arm Roots & Blues, Islands Folk Fest) and a Canadian Folk Music Award nomination (New Group of the Year). Now, with the release of their new album Fallen Angel scheduled for this fall, the band is poised to take another bold artistic step forward.

The Unfaithful Servants are anchored by the virtuosic mandolin playing of Jesse Cobb—who has performed with Béla Fleck, David Grisman, Dierks Bentley, and Lee Ann Womack, and held residency at the Grand Ole Opry—and the prolific songwriting of Dylan Stone, who has shared stages with Keith Urban, Robert Randolph, Colin James, and Lou Reed. The group has evolved into a powerhouse quartet, joined by young fiddle prodigy Quin Etheridge-Pedden and bassist Mark Johnson, whose background in jazz and American roots music adds depth, drive, and groove to the band’s dynamic sound. 

“The Unfaithful Servants bring a fresh, invigorating energy to bluegrass, blending tight harmonies and masterful instrumentation into a sound that’s daringly original. BC’s most exciting newgrass band!”
— Oliver Swain, Seaside Music Festival

“Explosive instrumental prowess.”
— Bob Remington, Cowichan Bluegrass Festival

"What a great time we had at Shady Grove Bluegrass Festival 2024! Of particular note was the Unfaithful Servants who took Bluegrass to a whole new level with stellar performances and unique innovations! Such a pleasure to have them entertain us! We want a revisit real soon!"
— Bill Jackson, Shady Grove Bluegrass Festival