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The Hank Shreve Band is known for their unique blend of blues and soulful originals, has garnered acclaim from the Cascade Blues Association. They clinched the Muddy Award for Best Regional Act in 2016, 2014, and 2013, building on their inaugural win for the Best New Act in 2012.

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Fronted by the multi talented Hank Shreve, whose musical journey began at the age of 8 with the harmonica. Hank's mastery extends to vocals, keyboards, lap steel, dobro, guitar, and drums. He's earned recognition such as the Northwest Harmonica Championship in 2008 and multiple Muddy Awards, including Best Harmonica in 2009 and 2013, along with the 2021 Rooster Blues Award of Best Male Vocalist.

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Hank's performances have graced many renowned stages worldwide, from the Las Vegas Big Blues Bender to the Toronto Jazz Festival. Hank has shared stages with legends like Honeyboy Edwards, Merle Haggard, Norton Buffalo, Paul deLay, Tinsley Ellis, Johnny Dyer, Curtis Salgado, Marcia Ball, Karen Lovely, Amy Clawson, SmashMouth, Magic Dick, Lee Oskar, Charlie Musselwhite, Jim Belushi, CJ Chenier, RJ Mischo, Aki Kumar, and many others, solidifying his place in the blues pantheon.

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Beyond his musical endeavors, Hank is a music instructor based in Eugene, Oregon. Through the platforms like Music Masters and Tomlin Harmonica School, he imparts his expertise in harmonica, drums, guitar, lap steel, piano, and music fundamentals, leaving an indelible mark on aspiring musicians worldwide.

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The band line up includes Hank Shreve on vocals, harmonica, keyboards, lap steel, dobro, guitar, and drums; Bill Shreve on bass guitar and vocals, Ken Luker on guitar and vocals; and Tim Donahue on drums.       Waterfront Blues 2024