About Cowboy Angels / X Angels Reunion Show
X-Angels/Cowboy Angels brief history:
Portland's legendary band 'Cowboy Angels' was
co-founded in 1974 by singer-?songwriters, Tom McGriff and John Bunzow. Playing
all the popular clubs of the?day the Angels built a substantial following that
continued to grow all through the seventies.? The band took a hiatus in the
1980's as McGriff pursued musical opportunities in Los?Angeles and Bunzow in
Nashville.? The band reformed when McGriff returned to Portland in the early
1990s and became known as 'X-Angels', focusing on a harder edged sound and original
songs, the band quickly recovered their popularity.? Playing live clubs and
releasing several albums over the next few?years they received high critical
acclaim?as well as airplay on Portland's 'KINK' radio. Though the band's
alignment changed a bit over time, a typical line up would include (in addition
to McGriff), 2 time Oregon Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Rich Gooch on bass,
highly touted Tom Royer on drums, as well as noted guitarists Steve James
Wright, Mark Spangler and Bunzow.? Many more of the most talented musicians of
the Northwest have also been involved over the years, some of whom will be on
hand for this year's?2025 reunion.
This year's lineup will feature co-founders Tom
McGriff, John Bunzow and drummer Tom Royer. Longtime X-Angels band member Steve
James Wright will be joining the boys for these upcoming shows as well as
keyboardist Mike Walker. Mark Spangler is also slated for guest appearance.
Be sure not to miss this as the band?reunites to
perform at the iconic White Eagle, Friday June 20th and Saturday June 21st at
7pm.