Renegade Creek
Renegade Creek
Renegade Creek is country music with teeth—story-driven, road-tested, and unapologetically real. Led by Joe Ciotti, the band blends roots, grit, and soul into a sound built for live rooms and long nights.
Joe Ciotti
As the front man of Renegade Creek, Joe Ciotti brings decades of musical depth to a full-band sound built on grit, groove, and storytelling. His songwriting anchors the band, while his experience across bluegrass, country, Americana, and roots music gives Renegade Creek a sound that’s both seasoned and alive. Joe leads with feel, letting the songs do the heavy lifting—equal parts outlaw spirit and honest reflection.
Jim "Jimbo" Mikesell
Jimbo has been playing music since the age of nine and brings a versatile, modern edge to Renegade Creek. With touring experience, including time on the road with Brown Shoe, Jim’s influences range from Tom Petty and The National to Cake and Stephen Wilson Jr. His dynamic playing and strong backing vocals add depth and texture to the band’s live sound. Jimbo is also a member of the Crooked Mile Band, further showcasing his range and adaptability as a musician.
Ken Burnett
Ken Burnett has been making music since he could hold a string instrument , drawing from bluegrass roots, early horn training, and decades of songwriting. From bluegrass jams with his parents to late-night festival sessions, including an unforgettable jam with John Hartford, Ken’s musicianship is steeped in tradition and experience. Whether performing solo or in intimate acoustic settings, his shows are honest, grounded, and rooted in the craft of great songwriting.