Wild Mountain Mystics is the Southern California duo of Rick and Lisa (no surnames, no pack drill) who have been active on the California roots music scene since 2013, with their signature sound a blend of Appalachian folk viewed through the prism of the free spirit of Woodstock. Today’s premiere really digs into that latter part – it’s also the title track of their upcoming debut album on Blackbird Record Label, 2025, produced by Ed Tree and the duo themselves. There’s a strong Seventies feel to it – not so very far from the likes of Seals & Crofts if we’re really looking for a touchstone.
Lisa brings a lifetime of musical experience as a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, choral conductor, and classical composer. She’s performed internationally and at the Hollywood Bowl, playing everything from guitar and violin to folk harp and bandura. Rick’s journey has taken him from California to the U.S. Navy and back, shaped by the influence of Hank Williams, the Beatles, and his West Virginia roots. A skilled songwriter, drummer, and guitarist, he’s played in numerous bands and was praised by Freddie Edwards (Charlie Daniels Band) as “the best guitarist I’ve ever played with.”
