There’s a certain kind of artist who doesn’t just play music, they build community with it. Trent Wagler is one of those rare voices.
Best known as the frontman and songwriter for The Steel Wheels, Trent has spent the last two decades weaving together old-time roots and thoughtful songwriting.
As founder of the Red Wing Roots Music Festival, Trent extends that spirit beyond the stage, creating spaces where music and community meet.
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