Blending heartfelt storytelling with rich, soulful melodies, KC Craine and Tin Compass craft all original songs deeply rooted in the spirit of the Pacific Northwest. Veteran players bring a seasoned depth to a warm, vintage-inspired sound—steeped in elements of folk, country and soul, with an organic, upbeat vibe.
Original music rooted in the Northwest
KC Craine - Guitar, Vocals
KC was a finalist in the 2019 Great American Song Contest. His compositions have been used in national television and film. He was leader of the 80's San Francisco band The Conditions where he shared the stage with national acts like Huey Lewis and the News, Leon Russell and Eddie Money.
Mary Harvard - Bass, Vocals
Mary got her start in premier wedding bands in New York and Phoenix. She moved West in 2000. Her songs were featured on "River City Folk" in 2006 and from there she has performed with a number of Portland bands including Digtown, All Together Now, and Brothers Dunne. In addition to bass and guitar, Mary is also an accomplished bodhran player.
Will Fendon - Drums, Percussion
Will performed with a number of top bands in Los Angeles and opened for national acts like Joan Jett and others. Now he is is a first-call drummer in Portland. Will is a longtime student of percussion great Daniel De Los Reyes. At home on a vintage drum kit, he also ventures into unknown territory using instruments like a suit case or hub cap for a unique sound.
Alan Moses - Accordion, Keyboards
Alan grew up in the Santa Barbara area in a musical family. Piano is his first love, but today he is known throughout Portland for his soulful accordion. Has been playing in town since 2014, including recently with Cosmic Gnarly, a popular Grateful Dead tribute band.
Phil Hyun - Violin, Mandolin
Phil is a formally trained musician with a deep musical toolbox. He was the co-founder of the SF based world-music group Azigza in the late 90's, and until recently fronted the local group The LO Babas as guitarist, violinist and lead vocalist. He also performs with Portland's Andrew Paul Woodworth in concert and in the studio.