About Ross Holler
Ross Holler embodies the essence of authentic country music, a testament to the enduring legacy of the genre. Guided by Ryan Oetken, Mike Henke, and Robert Ellison, three seasoned musicians with decades of touring experience, the band stands as a beacon of tradition in a rapidly evolving musical landscape. With their unwavering commitment to preserving the soulful sounds of "real country music," Ross Holler delivers a timeless repertoire that spans the decades from the 1960s to the 2000s.
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At the forefront of Ross Holler's dynamic sound is Ryan Oetken, whose soulful vocals and masterful guitar work set the stage on fire with each performance. Supported by Mike Henke's impeccable rhythm and Robert Ellison's solid bass lines, the trio crafts a sound that is both classic and captivating. From twangy honky-tonk tunes to poignant ballads, Ross Holler's live shows are unforgettable experiences, transporting audiences to a bygone era of authentic storytelling and raw emotion.
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As true guardians of country music, Ross Holler invites listeners to join them on a journey through the heart and soul of the genre. With each note of their instruments and each heartfelt lyric, they honor the traditions of country music while injecting their own passion and energy into every performance. So, come and experience the magic of Ross Holler, where the spirit of real country music lives on.
Ryan Oetken
Ryan is an Oregon native with a passion for country music and is recognized as a highly skilled guitar player. He left for Nashville, Tennessee at age eighteen to hone his craft at Belmont University. He then spent ten years gigging and writing with award-winning songwriters.
Since returning to Oregon in 2021, he has been actively involved in the local music scene. He attributes his musical style to the influences of Tom Petty, the Beach Boys, Keith Urban, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. This homecoming marks a new chapter in his musical journey.
Mike Henke
Mike began his venture into drumming when his mother bought him his first snare drum at age 7. Growing up and influenced by the Beatle Cartoons at a young age and later the music of the great drummers like John Bonham, Neil Peart, Steve Gadd, Phil Collins, Stewart Copeland and countless others.
Mike has played all styles of music from Rock to Country & Blues. A long career and graced to share the stage with artists like Brooks & Dunn, Montgomery Gentry, Gary Allan, Ashley McBride, Chris Jansen, Aaron Tippin, Collin Raye, Sammy Kershaw, and many many more.
Mike has recorded and worked with Rich Layton, Revolver (Beatles Tribute Show), Dr. G & The Spots, Jessie Leigh, Ryan Oetkin, currently with Kurt Van Meter and others. Mike is always performing and recording throughout the year all over the U.S.
Robert Ellison
Robert has kept the low end for his band mates with his bass guitar for over four decades. He began playing in a small church in Fort Smith, Arkansas in the late 70s, where he learned from local musicians and entertainers. After highschool and a few years of college, he established himself as a touring bassist with country and blues acts, playing coast to coast. Robert has appeared as the studio bassist and vocalist on two full length albums. He has many other recordings to his credit. Robert’s bands have been the opening act for many notable artists such as George Jones, Delbert McClinton, Alabama, Tim McGraw and many others. His influences include Donald “Duck” Dunn, Mike Porcaro of Toto, Anthony Sallee of White Heart and many others.