Formed in Iowa City, IA, The Wandering Bears come together to create a mix of indie-pop and electro folk. Representing local bands The Western Front and The Vagabonds, Mannix! (vocals/guitars), Sam (vocals), David Earl (key), Mitch F (bass), Drew F (guitar/vocals), and Paul K (drums) released their first album for The Wandering Bears in 2011. Inspired by Fleetwood Mac, Paul Simon, and Tim Decker, the group is passionate for adventure and their love of the Iowa based bicycle tour, RAGBRAI. Considered a unique, refreshing take on folk by Insider Iowa’s Justin Beahm, The Wandering Bear’s original sound will leave new listeners as new fans.