About Ryan Cooley Gaujot
Roots
Blends Appalachian, bluegrass, Americana, jam-band energy, and classic songwriting.
Grounded in tradition but driven by collaboration and feel.
Ryan’s work reflects decades of live performance, studio experience, and deep respect for American roots music.
Appalachian Stories
Born and raised in West Virginia on family, presbyterian harmonies, and 8-track classics.
Ryan is self taught, but honed his craft through apprenticeship, West Virginia’s old-time bluegrass communities, and jam-band scenes in the Rocky Mountains.
Band & Label
Band & Label
Ryan is the founder of The Cooley Gang and North Fork Recordings in Tucker County, WV, and a collaborator known for soulful songwriting, groove, and authenticity.
"Music is a life-long journey"
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LIVE PERFORMANCE
Formats Available
•Solo (acoustic guitar / mandolin) •Duet / Trio •Full Band (The Cooley Gang)
Performance Style
•Original Appalachian roots music •Bluegrass, jam-influenced improvisation •Intimate listening rooms to festival stages
Notable Collaborations & Experience
Attended Tommy Emmanuel GuitarSchool(Memphis, TN) •Performed with Mike Seal, Jack Pearson, Jerry Douglas •Extensive regional live performance history across WV, PA, MD, VA, CO, UT, ID, WY, MT
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Schedule
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