Ted is the originator of Wild Country and is the band's fearless leader. Born on the eastern seaboard, the love of country music lured him west. A lifelong musician, Ted has played with numerous groups and artists such as Hank Thompson and many others. An impressive oddity, he can play anything with strings, but is most accomplished on the double-neck pedal steel and five string banjo. Sings lead and background vocals.
Ted Hockenbury
Shawn Hendricks
The other original member of the group, Shawn was born and raised in Bayfield, CO. He began playing bass in High School, where he also starred in football and basketball. His baritone voice adds great flavor to the vocals as he covers artists ranging from Waylon Jennings to ZZ Top.
Levi Mullen
Levi, pictured here performing at the Grand Ole Opry on March 27. 2010, has accomplishments way too numerous to mention here. Another life long musician and songwriter, he's played with the likes of Ray Price, Johnny Bush, Willie and countless others. He has starred on Broadway, in Branson and Austin. Affectionately referred to as the "Human Jukebox", he seems to know every country song ever. Sings lead and harmony, plays fiddle and lead guitar, and can impersonate ANYONE! Find out more about Levi at www.levimullen.com
Tim Craig
Tim joined the group in 2006 after a fifteen year hiatus from playing to raise his son. Life long resident of Durango.CO. He was raised on a ranch and rodeoed for 20 + years. Sings lead and plays rythym guitar.
Jim Jacobs
Jim relocated to S.W. CO. after retiring from the auto industry in Illinois. He's played every kind of music with every kind of band for most of his life.
Classic Country / Classic Rock
