Summertime… 2026 !

We have a lot going on over the next few months.   We'll be playing our usual haunts….Territorial Winery, Gratitude, Freindly Garden, etc.   We just picked up a fun afternoon at the Mt. Pisgah Mushroom Festival for October.  Should be a hoot.    For a “destination” event, we'll be playing at Sarver Winery in August.    This gig will be weather dependent…so if it's raining, it may cancel, but if it's sunny, come out for some tunes and a glass or two of wine!   I'm sure we'll be adding more as the summer moves on.  All dates are listed in our calendar below.  

Gone, but not forgotten…. Bobby;  Click on his picture for a rendition of “Jack Straw” we did at The White Bird Benefit at The Garden on Friendly, on 3/24/2026.  It was a barn burner and we're so happy to play it in tribute.  Our good friend, Dan Parslow, who's become a regular Rube, playing guitar with us frequently, is featured.  He's a massive talent and an awsome shredder!

There's a new recording of  “Playing in the Band” on the music page too.  Check it out.  

Hope to see you at a show soon!

Click on Bobby to hear "Jack Straw"

Masonic Cemetery 5/24/2026: Playing with our friend Chris Ward, for the living and the dead.:)   What a beautiful day and setting.  Thanks to all that came out.  

Upcoming Shows

Oct25

The Rubes at the Mushroom Festival, Mt. Pisgah

Mount Pisgah Arboretum , Eugene, OR

Mount Pisgah Arboretum is a 209-acre nature education facility where visitors can explore the ecology of the southern Willamette Valley. As a nonprofit organization, we depend on support from members, donors, and volunteers to care for our trails and facilities, and to provide learning opportunities for the community.

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Rockin the valley for 10+ years

Classic, Roots, Americana

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Patrick Kavaney- guitar & vocals, Mike Gelardi-keys & vocals,  Jeff Alberts-drums, percussion & vocals, Kris McBride-bass & vocals, Dan Parslow-guitar & vocals

Playing in Eugene and the Willamette Valley for many years, The Dubious Rubes has entertained crowds in many local venues and parts beyond.  We play Americana; those songs we appreciate within that genre,  as well originals from Patrick Kavaney that blend into that milieu.  Think Watkins Glen or the Fillmore West, or maybe even Ronny Scott's; we try to capture that element and provide our crowds that spontaneity and energy...every show. 

We play small footprint shows as a duo(Patrick & Mike), trio (Patrick, Mike & Kris), and a full lineup as stage space and venue allow.  

Our concept is also to  frequently play with a variety of guest musicians.  It’s always a thrill to add another voice to the mix, and we try to tailor shows to highlight our guest. Always a high energy show you’re sure to enjoy!    

Thanks for coming by, and stop out and see us sometime, or say hi on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DubiousRubes 

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