Meet the band

(Guitar / Vocals) Ryan Woodard is a 20-year-old from Santa Rosa, CA, and one of the talented band members in the Ryan Woodard Band. Fun facts about Ryan include his impressive musical background; he not only plays guitar but also excels at piano, drums, bass, harmonica, and mandolin. At the age of 11, Ryan had the incredible opportunity to perform with Buddy Guy in Santa Rosa, CA. Since then, he has gained recognition for his talents from John Mayer and was featured in Guitar World Magazine in November 2023. Additionally, Ryan is a passionate advocate for kids with special needs, having been diagnosed with autism at the age of 3.

(Drums) Conor is a 21-year-old from Santa Rosa, California, who began his musical background in percussion in the 4th grade. He discovered his true passion for music, leading to 9 years of valuable experience with school band members. Conor enjoys playing drums in the SRJC Jazz Combos, which helps him broaden his musical styles and techniques. This fall, he plans to complete his degree in Commercial Music while also teaching percussion to students of all ages at Santa Rosa’s School of Rock. He finds joy in guiding students through individual lessons and instructing a group of young musicians in a performance-based program. In his free time, Conor works on side projects and collaborates with musician friends, including members of the Ryan Woodard Band. He appreciates a wide array of musical genres. Fun facts: Conor loves night walks in nature and is a horror film buff!

'Uncle Chris Bradley' (Bass Guitar) is a proud uncle to Ryan Woodard, one of the band members of the Ryan Woodard Band. Chris started his musical journey at 18 when he purchased his first bass guitar. He taught himself to play by jamming along to his favorite artists and eventually performed locally with The Feud. His musical background expanded when he joined St. Peterbilt, a spin-off band from The Feud, and later Del Novas, Mercuryville, and Tarweed, all of whom still share the stage together today. Fun facts about Chris include that he originally began playing drums in elementary school and continued through high school. He treasures his time with his wife, Sierra, and they love gardening, spending time with family, stand-up paddle boarding, and camping at Mendocino. Additionally, Chris enjoys exploring different brews and considers himself a beer connoisseur.

Meet J Stewart, a 18-year-old guitar prodigy from Santa Rosa. With a musical journey spanning nine years, J's passion for guitar has only grown stronger. Initially trained in violin, he soon found his true calling in the six-stringed instrument. One of his favorite techniques is playing slide guitar, which adds a unique touch to his performances. This year, he had the privilege of sharing the stage with the band members of the renowned Ryan Woodard Band at the iconic Snug Harbor Jazz Club in New Orleans, further showcasing his impressive musical background.