The Kingston Trio

“America’s Favorite Balladeers… still bringing the music to audiences across America—keeping the spirit, harmony, and storytelling of a generation alive on stage.”

Fans of legendary folk icons THE KINGSTON TRIO can rediscover their timeless music all over again. In celebration of more than 60 years of music, the iconic group performs their best-loved songs as part of the “KEEP THE MUSIC PLAYING” National Tour.

All three current members—Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton, and Paul Robinson—have intrinsic links to and experience with the original group. Mike is the adopted son of founding member Nick Reynolds, who was also his musical mentor. Tim, a close friend since boyhood, is one of the few musicians outside the Trio who has recorded with Nick Reynolds.

Paul Robinson has toured internationally as lead guitarist with folk-swing pioneer Dan Hicks, who was discovered by original Kingston Trio founder Nick Reynolds. He has also performed and recorded with The Original Sons (Sons of the Kingston Trio), among others, bringing a deep and personal connection to the Trio’s enduring legacy.

The Kingston Trio’s chart-topping hits include: “Tom Dooley,” “MTA (He’ll Never Return),” “Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” “Scotch & Soda,” “Greenback Dollar,” “A Worried Man,” “Hard Travelin’,” “Five Hundred Miles,” “Tijuana Jail,” “I’m Goin’ Home,” “This Land Is Your Land,” and more.

The Kingston Trio was one of the most prominent groups of the pop-folk boom that began in 1958 with the release of their debut album and the hit single “Tom Dooley,” which sold more than three million copies. Cited as an influence by artists as diverse as Bob Dylan, Crosby, Stills & Nash, and The Eagles, as well as Steve Martin, Mumford & Sons, and The Avett Brothers, The Kingston Trio holds a unique and preeminent place in American musical history.

The Trio released 19 albums that reached Billboard’s Top 100, including 14 in the Top 10 and five that soared to No. 1. In an extraordinary moment in music history, four of their LPs were simultaneously ranked among Billboard’s 10 best-selling albums for five consecutive weeks in November and December 1959—a record that stood unmatched for more than 50 years. Their legacy continues to endure, with the group still ranking on Billboard’s all-time charts for most weeks with a No. 1 album, most total weeks charting, most No. 1 albums, most consecutive No. 1 albums, and most Top 10 albums.

MIKE MARVIN BIO
Taken in as part of the Reynolds family as a teenager, Mike Marvin learned his musical craft at the side of his late “adopted father,” Nick Reynolds. With Nick’s encouragement, Mike attended Trio rehearsals during the years when the group was the biggest act in the world, gaining firsthand insight into song selection, touring, rehearsal structure, and the inner workings of a major musical act.

Under the guidance of manager Frank Werber, he also developed a deep understanding of the business side of the industry—from booking an act to organizing rehearsals and managing a successful touring enterprise.

After years of touring with Tim Gorelangton, Mike expanded into filmmaking, pioneering the editing of ski films, including the groundbreaking 1972 feature Earth Rider, which helped launch extreme skiing in America. The film was also among the first to integrate music as a driving force in cinematic storytelling, featuring artists such as John Stewart, Leo Kottke, and The Kingston Trio.

In addition to his work as a musician, Mike is an author, artist, and architectural designer. Today, he divides his time between Los Angeles and the southern Oregon coast while performing with The Kingston Trio and serving as Chief Executive Officer of Kingston Trio Artists, LLC.

“The Kingston Trio brings back the music people grew up with, performed with authenticity and heart. It’s a feel-good evening that resonates across generations.”

“Our audience loved every minute—familiar songs, rich harmonies, and a genuine connection from the stage. The Kingston Trio is a perfect fit for presenters looking for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.”

“The Kingston Trio achieved an extraordinary moment in music history, when four of their LPs were simultaneously ranked among Billboard’s 10 best-selling albums for five consecutive weeks—an achievement unmatched for more than half a century.”