The Gumption is an Austin, TX based outfit inspired by the sounds of Western Swing, Country, Bluegrass, Jazz, and Blues artists such as Bob Willis, Jerry Reed, Doc Watson, Chet Atkins, Waylon Jennings, Tex Williams, and more.

We bear songs of travel, heartache, money, community, and tales the indomitable human spirit.
The Gumption has configurations ranging from 1 to 5 members with hours of both original and cover material.

Don’t Cuss The Fiddle (Willie & Waylon cover) Full Band LIVE on 6th St

Sittin’ Pretty Times (Original) String Band LIVE at Mueller Park

Act Naturally(Buck Owens Cover) Full Band LIVE on 6th St.

Deep River Blues (Doc Watson cover W/ String Band)

Californication (Red Hot Chilli Peppers Cover) String Band