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About monte Mills


This year marks fifty Years of Monte Mills And The Lucky Horseshoe Band from 1976 to 2026. We're celebrating 50 years of unforgettable music, high-energy performances, and community spirit from Monte Mills And The Lucky Horseshoe Band. What began as a passion for classic country, Western swing and unforgettable rock and roll, has grown into a legacy that spans generations and continues to bring joy across California and beyond.
Over the past five decades, Monte and his talented band have graced stages big and small, from weddings in Hawaii, and parties in Texas, to sharing the stage with luminaries like country music legend Merle Haggard, President Ronald Reagan, vocal superstar Kenny Rogers, country music singer/songwriter Blake Shelton, Pink and California governor Dukemagian.
Their ability to blend classic country, Western swing, rock n roll, and big band standards has made them a fan favorite at formal concerts, open air concert venues, weddings, rodeos, fundraisers, political rallies, and everything in between.
Their sound is timeless. While todays airwaves may echo with the new, Montes band continues to honor country music royalty including Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Bob Wills, Patsy Cline, and Hank Williams& more of the classic pioneers, keeping those classic songs and artists alive for both old fans and new ears.


The band's success lies not just in their talent but in their adaptability and heart. With no rigid set lists, Monte reads his audiences like a seasoned storyteller, crafting each performance in real-time for maximum fun and impact. Whether it's a Patsy Cline love song, Johnny Cash Medley, or Johnny B. Good, every song becomes part of a shared experience.

Highlights Over the Years

    1. Opened for Merle Haggard and the Strangers twice in Turlock and Pozo California
    2. Performed a private wedding at Parker Ranch, Hawaii.
    3. Played for celebrities like Jim Belushi, Brooke Shields, Dan Akroyd, and Red Skelton and Pink
    4. Performed with superstars Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggings
    5. Entertained crowds at the Nevada/California Cattlemens Convention
    6. Headliner band for Mule Days in Bishop for 25 years
    7. Performed as the featured band at the Parkfield Rodeo for 24 years
    8. Voted Best Band on the Central Coast five years running by "New Times SLO"
    9. Held a 27-year run at McLintocks Saloon in San Luis Obispo


    Monte has built a legacy on music and Community. Monte Mills And The Lucky Horseshoe Band aren't just musicians, they're storytellers, tradition-keepers, and friends of the people. From barn dances to weddings, fund-raisers to concert appearances, the journey has been one of dedication, joy, and an unwavering love for music that brings people together. As Monte often says, "It's about how much energy you can give, and get back from a crowd and create memories that transcend time. Repeat business has made our history and our future. After, 50 years, the answer is clear: It is electrifying.