Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys

Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys

Keynote Speaker: Country Rock Band Formed in Michigan

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Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys Biography

There is no experience as true to homegrown American country music as a Gunnar & the Grizzly Boys show. Their electrifying sound hits you like your favorite shot; the words shine through like your best friend recalling a favorite memory. The sheer energy brought by the Grizzlies live explodes into the audience like a dose of adrenalin.

Gunnar Nybald, who still farms the family apple and plum orchards he’s been working all his life, writes the band’s songs from the seat of a tractor. His songwriting partner, Joe Rood, has been a friend since high school in Kent City, MI, where they were co-captains of the football team.

While attending Michigan State University in the agricultural program, Gunnar and hometown pal Rob Mason (bass, harmony vocals) teamed up with guitar slinger Shane Grehan (Alpena, MI), drummer Joe Connolly (Rochester Hills, MI) and keyboard/guitarist Chris Newberg (Rockford, MI) and formed the band with Rood.

The group played their first show as an opening act to a sold out Justin Moore crowd. Since then they’ve won WBCT B93’s Honky Tonk Heroes battle of the bands contest, distinguishing them as the top new country band in Grand Rapids, and WYCD’s Detroit Hoedown. They’ve gone on to open for Colt Ford, Brantley Gilbert, Lady Antebellum, Kip Moore, David Allen Coe and others.

Staying true to their country roots, on July 23, 2010 Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys released their 12-song debut independent album. Last year they released a 5-song EP, "Country My Whole Life." GGB just recorded “Could Be Me” in Nashville with producer Ken Comer (Will Hoge), former drummer of Uncle Tupelo and Wilco, and rerecorded “Sweet Tea” and “Guns”. Combining country and rock, Gunnar & the Grizzly Boys provide a dose of Michigan country built on good times and wanderlust. They transform from an outlaw telling the tale of his horseback journey across America to a genuine patriot giving thanks to our troops. These six young men may be finding their way in the world, but they have truly mastered the formula of simply entertaining their fans in a way that they let loose and dirty up their boots!

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Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys Videos

Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys - "Sweet Tea" - YouTube
Gunnar and the Grizzly Boys - Cowgirls Make Some Noise - YouTube

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How much does it cost to book Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys speak about?

Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music.

Where does Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys travel from?

Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys generally travels from Grand Rapids, MI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music. The estimated speaking fee range to book Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys generally travels from Grand Rapids, MI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Mike Ryan, Roots & Boots and Kevin Costner & Modern West. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys for an upcoming event.

Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys Videos

Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys - "Sweet Tea" - YouTube
Gunnar and the Grizzly Boys - Cowgirls Make Some Noise - YouTube
  • How do I book Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys speak about?

    Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music.
  • Where does Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys travel from?

    Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys generally travels from Grand Rapids, MI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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