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A country cover band/duo based in Rutherford County, N.C.

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The Gilkey Cattle Co. Band
The Gilkey Cattle Co. Band

A country cover band/duo based in Rutherford County, N.C.

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We’re Gilkey Cattle Company—and while we don’t sell beef, we do serve up a hearty helping of classic country, southern rock, and reimagined singer-songwriter favorites, all with a sound that’s uniquely our own. The band was founded by Garry Cuthbertson, lead vocalist and guitarist, who’s been playing and singing music most of his life. We’re based in the foothills of western North Carolina and play regularly throughout Rutherford and Polk counties, with occasional stops in the surrounding areas. We’re available for a variety of venues and events, including private parties.

Wildwood Acoustic Duo (www.MusicOfWildwood.com)

The core members of Gilkey Cattle Co. also perform as an acoustic duo under the name Wildwood featuring vocals from Kate, in addition to appearing with the full band, which typically performs as a four- or five-piece. No matter the setup, our goal is the same: to make music that feels honest, heartfelt, and rooted in the traditions we love and the place we call home. From intimate acoustic sets to full-band throwdowns, we bring real music that connects—with heart, grit, and a little bit of twang.

Click the link below to head over to Wildwood’s website for more info on that project!

Who We Are

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We don’t sell beef, but we do serve up a hearty helping of classic country, southern rock & reimagined singer-songwriter favorites in western NC 🇺🇸

GILKEY CATTLE COMPANY IS COMING TO SALUDA! We’re b GILKEY CATTLE COMPANY IS COMING TO SALUDA!
We’re bringing the music to Green River Eddy’s Tap Room / Saluda Outfitters on August 22! Come hang with us for an evening of modern and classic country, southern rock, and re-imagined singer-songwriter favorites.

August 22
Green River Eddy’s Tap Room / Saluda Outfitters
Saluda, NC
7:00–10:00 PM

Whether you’re a longtime fan or haven’t caught us live yet, come out, grab a drink, and enjoy some good music, good people, and good times!

Learn more about the band: gilkeycattlecompanyband.com

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GILKEY CATTLE COMPANY BAND — THROUGH YOUR EYES! Y GILKEY CATTLE COMPANY BAND — THROUGH YOUR EYES!

Y’all have been right there with us—singing along, dancing, raising a little dust, and making some unforgettable memories! If you’ve snapped a photo or caught a video of Gilkey Cattle Company Band at one of our shows, we want to see it!

Tag us in your posts, send your favorite shots our way, and help us relive those good country nights from your point of view.

Your pictures, your videos, your memories—those are a part of the Gilkey Cattle Company story, too. Thanks for coming out, singing loud, dancing hard, and making every show one to remember!

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Come celebrate 250 Years of Freedom with the Gilke Come celebrate 250 Years of Freedom with the Gilkey Cattle Company Band at Social Depot in Forest City, NC!

Join us Friday, July 3rd for an evening of great food, live music, and fireworks!

🍖 BBQ Plates – Only $15
🎶 Live Music by Gilkey Cattle Co. from 8 pm to 11 pm
📍 Social Depot
149 W. Trade Street, Forest City
🎟️ Bring your Forest City Owls ticket on July 3rd and receive $2 OFF your BBQ plate!

Stick around after the music and watch the fireworks with us as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Bring your family, your friends, and your patriotic spirit—we’ll see you there!
We figured that Wildwood (the band’s duo configura We figured that Wildwood (the band’s duo configuration) and Gilkey Cattle Company have been sharing social media pages and websites long enough at this point. Now Wildwood has its own corner of the internet!

We’re excited to officially launch our Wildwood Music social pages and website!

If you’ve come out to shows and enjoy s variety of acoustic music from Americana to bluegrass, then we’d love to have you follow along and share at the following links so you can stay informed on when and where we’re playing next:

🌲 Website: http://www.musicofwildwood.com
📸 Instagram: @musicofwildwood
📘 Facebook: Wildwood Music

We’ll be sharing upcoming shows, videos, photos and whatever musical trouble we happen to get into next.

Thanks for following along and supporting live music! ❤️
@gilkeycattlecompanyband @gallimafrykate @ @glson1
Having a good time in Spindale tonight! 🎶🎸🎤 Having a good time in Spindale tonight! 🎶🎸🎤
We’re bringing the Honky Tonk to Federation Spinda We’re bringing the Honky Tonk to Federation Spindale tomorrow night! This laid-back spot is known for cold beer, good wine and plenty to do—from axe throwing and pool to cornhole—so grab your crew and make a night of it.

We’re excited to be joined by a couple of friends from The Rented Mules: Edward Bailey on bass and Richard Bird on drums, so you know it’s going to be a fun one.

Clear skies, 80 degrees and live music… it doesn’t get much better than that. Come hang with us, kick back, and let’s have a great time together.

Saturday, May 16 | 8–11 PM
129 Textile Ave, Spindale, NC

We can’t wait to see you there!
We’re bringing the Honky Tonk to Federation Spinda We’re bringing the Honky Tonk to Federation Spindale! This laid-back spot is known for cold beer, good wine and plenty to do—from axe throwing and pool to cornhole—so grab your crew and make a night of it.

We’re excited to be joined by a couple of friends from The Rented Mules: Edward Bailey on bass and Richard Bird on drums, so you know it’s going to be a fun one.

Clear skies, 80 degrees and live music… it doesn’t get much better than that. Come hang with us, kick back, and let’s have a great time together.

Saturday, May 16 | 8–11 PM
129 Textile Ave, Spindale, NC

We can’t wait to see you there!
Come join us this Friday evening at On Main in Spi Come join us this Friday evening at On Main in Spindale, NC, 6:30 to 9:30. See you there!
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Wildwood is back at Barley’s Taproom in Spindale t Wildwood is back at Barley’s Taproom in Spindale this Saturday, 6–9 PM. Acoustic favorites across genres, good food, cold drinks, and an easygoing night. Come hang with us!
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Wildwood will be playing a community benefit on Ap Wildwood will be playing a community benefit on April 25 hosted by Polk Referral Center.

Polk Referral Center provides immediate aid and resource referrals to rural Polk County residents facing economic hardship or disaster—offering emergency supplies, housing assistance, and healthcare support, including community wellness events.

This event will support ongoing recovery efforts for those impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Come out and be part of something that truly helps.

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This Friday 4/3 from 6:00-9:00pm the Gilkey Cattle This Friday 4/3 from 6:00-9:00pm the Gilkey Cattle Co. will bring the honk and tonk to Green River Eddy’s Taproom at Saluda Outfitters in Saluda, NC. We hope to see you there!
We have a new website for our acoustic duo (MusicO We have a new website for our acoustic duo (MusicOfWildwood.com). Be sure to check it out and share! For now we’ll be running both the Gilkey Cattle Company Band and Wildwood under the same social media pages (the ones for the full band). 

For anyone who doesn’t already know: 

In addition to playing in the full band, the two core members of Gilkey Cattle Co. (Garry and Kate) play together in this acoustic duo configuration, featuring vocals by Kate. Be sure to come check out the tunes and different musical flavors! 

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We love playing at Green River Eddy’s Taproom at S We love playing at Green River Eddy’s Taproom at Saluda Outfitters. This was our first duo show there (with Kate singing!). If you saw it and enjoyed it, let ‘em know you want to have us back! Thank you to everyone who came out and supported us and live music and a local business. Means so much to all of us who work in the service industry 💛
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We’re looking forward to playing in Saluda, NC, at We’re looking forward to playing in Saluda, NC, at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room! Come out for great food, drinks and music this Friday 6-9 p.m. See you there!
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Thanks to Cover Crop for the invite to sit in and Thanks to Cover Crop for the invite to sit in and to Federation for having us! 
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Next time you catch a show, be sure to grab one of Next time you catch a show, be sure to grab one of our vinyl Gilkey Cattle Company Band decals! Available in 4” and 2” sizes.
We (in Wildwood format) will be back at Saluda Out We (in Wildwood format) will be back at Saluda Outfitters/Eddy’s Taproom March 20, 6-9pm, for a duo show. We’re looking forward to bringing you our classic covers and a splash of new tunes we’ve been working on. Come enjoy one of the best smash burgers around and a drink. See you there—cheers!
Kate will be sitting in with the bluegrass band Co Kate will be sitting in with the bluegrass band Cover Crop, at Federation Spindale, March 6, at 8 pm. Be sure to come by for an evening of great tunes and food/drinks!
We enjoyed playing at Main Street Market Friday ev We enjoyed playing at Main Street Market Friday evening! The weather was just right, and it’s always nice to play an open air gig.

There’s something special about sharing music in the fresh air as the sun starts to set—good food, friendly faces, and that easy Friday night energy.

We’re really looking forward to the upcoming music season, adding new songs to the set, and bringing fresh music to familiar stages (and some new ones too!). It’s shaping up to be a great year, and we can’t wait to share it with you.
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Sunday plans? We’ve got you covered. Wildwood wil Sunday plans? We’ve got you covered.

Wildwood will be playing at Social Depot (149 W Trade St. | Forest City, NC) February 15 from 2–5 PM.

Cold drinks and FREE hot dogs on the house while the music plays—what could be better?

Come hang out, kick back and spend your Sunday afternoon with us. See you there!
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