The Legendary Balsa Wood Flyers

The Legendary Balsa Wood Flyers

Have been a fixture of the New Orleans Americana/Folk music scene for the past ten years. Regular performers at the Kerry Irish Pub on Decatur St, where legendary status was bestowed upon them by Gill T. himself, they incorporate traditional string band instrumentation with stellar harmony vocals to bring to life their own musical creations as well as country, folk, gospel and blues standards.



The Flyers

Were nominated by Gambit Magazine Readers in the 2005 Best of New Orleans Poll as one of the Best Acoustic/Folk Bands in the City. The band has stuck together and continues to perform this incredible music despite three of its four members losing their homes and all possessions in the flooding following Hurricane Katrina.



On the Back Porch

Was created and recorded on the back porch with a minimal use of studio trickery. Overdubs were done at Say Yes Studios. The recording retains the feel of several friends sitting around sharing the music they love. The end result is an honest presentation of well hewn songs with an emphasis on lyrical craftsmanship and vocal harmony.



The Legendary Balsa Wood Flyers

Are currently recording on Royal Street in the French Quarter at BWF Studios, right behind Fifi Mahony's Wig Shop.



A future release is probable!