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Seth Mulder & Midnight Run was born in the holler of Tennessee’s first legal moonshine distillery, where the spirit of tradition still runs strong. Since forming in 2018, the band has been on a mission to blend the roots of traditional bluegrass with the energy of modern performance, crafting a sound that is both deeply authentic and refreshingly original.

With genuine songwriting, tasteful arrangements, and a knack for breathing new life into forgotten covers, the band combines elements of bluegrass, classic country, and folk music in a way that resonates with both traditionalists and new audiences alike.

Their debut studio album, Traveling Kind (2020), laid the foundation for what would become a breakout sound. That momentum continued with In Dreams I Go Back (2022), released on Mountain Fever Records, featuring fan favourites like “One More Night” and “My, My, My”—the latter named S.P.B.G.M.A.’s 2023 Song of the Year.

In 2024, the band signed with the iconic Rebel Records, launching a new era marked by their release Coming On Strong, in May 16, 2025. The project’s early singles—“Gilgarry’s Glen,” “Heartbreak Break Express,” the heartfelt “Looking Past the Pain (The Cowboy Song),” and their electrifying take on “Johnny B. Goode”—have earned acclaim for their powerful delivery and timeless spirit.

Their high-energy live shows have taken them across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, earning them a reputation as one of the most exciting young acts on the bluegrass circuit today.

Seth Mulder is a mandolinist, vocalist, and songwriter whose work bridges the spirit of traditional bluegrass with the energy of a modern performer. A North Dakota native, Seth brings a deep appreciation for the roots of American music to everything he does. As the frontman of Seth Mulder & Midnight Run, he has become a driving force in contemporary bluegrass—delivering authenticity, heart, and high-octane musicianship to stages across the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

A graduate of the Kentucky School of Bluegrass and Traditional Music, Seth studied under legends like Bobby Osborne and Curtis Burch, grounding his musical foundation in the traditions of the genre. Since forming Midnight Run in 2018, he’s led the band in developing a sound that honours the past while embracing the future.

Whether he’s writing, performing, or leading a late-night jam, Seth Mulder continues to craft songs and performances that speak to the heart of bluegrass—rooted in tradition, driven by passion, and built to last.

Anthony Howell on Guitar and vocals was born, and raised, near Kosciusko, Mississippi and is three time consecutive IBMA Momentum Instrumentalist Of the Year Nominee, 2023 Walnut Valley National Banjo Champion, 2021 Alabama State Banjo Champion, 2015 Mississippi State Banjo and Guitar Championship, and he also placed 2nd in mandolin that same year. He is also an accomplished session musician who has worked on 30+ projects in his short, yet successful career.

Carter Lester Banjo and Vocals is a Virginia native and student of East Tennessee State Universities’ Bluegrass, Old-Time, and Country music program. Carter is a multi-instrumentalist who has played with various bands in the Southwest Virginia and East Tennessee regions including Valley Grass, Hi-Test Grass, and Simple Rhythms. Carter’s playing is influenced by J.D. Crowe, Allen Shelton, Tom Adams, and many more.

Seth Mulder & Midnight Run appearing in 2026