A close knit group of friends whose ties span decades, The Corn Fed Girls produce an acoustic sound that’s been described as “raindrops on rooftops and sideburns on kittens.” Though they share common bonds of family and musical influence in their home base of Kalamazoo, Michigan, they hang their collective hat through the Midwest.

Darcy Wilkin sings and plays rhythm guitar while Sarah Fuerst keeps time on the upright bass and adds wonderful harmonies. Ira Cohen’s voice and banjo style blend perfectly with Phil Barry’s innovative lead guitar work and vocals. Rounding out the group are John Campos with his intimate and beautiful mandolin playing and Mike Fuerst on violin—part fiddle style, part classical violin—plus a few lead vocals. Their recent CD, Cornstar, features original material from every member of the group.