About
Band Bio
Based in Golden, Colorado, Michelle & The Golden Dust play a rich blend of outlaw country, Americana, and a dash of Southern rock — mixing gritty twang with warm, harmony-driven storytelling. Fronted by singer-songwriter Michelle Parsons, the band delivers songs that feel as familiar as your favorite worn-in boots: smoky vocals, electric energy, and melodies that linger like a sunset fading over the foothills.
“Their shows are warm, welcoming, and just a little bit rowdy — the kind of night meant to be shared beneath wide-open skies.”
The band's live shows weave together crowd-pleasing covers and select originals, creating a set that's soulful, spirited, and built for good company. You'll hear everything from country classics to modern Americana to Southern-tinged rock, all delivered with honesty and heart. Whether they're playing a mountain-town brewery, a backyard BBQ, or a packed Denver club, Michelle & The Golden Dust bring an easy, heartfelt charm to the stage that keeps audiences engaged and singing along.
Michelle's original music — including songs from her solo album Reasons Why— adds depth and personality to the band's sound. Her writing draws on life's winding roads: heartbreak, hope, resilience, and the quiet beauty of everyday moments.
Known for their tight musicianship, vocal blend, and approachable stage presence, Michelle & The Golden Dust have become a reliable and compelling presence in the Colorado Front Range music scene.
The Band
Michelle & The Golden Dust Are

Michelle
Lead vocals, acoustic guitar, songwriter
Michelle's voice and heartfelt lyrics are the soul of the band.

Bryan
Electric, B-Bender, and slide guitars
Bryan's b-bends and slide work adds that signature dust-kicked magic to every track.

Blake
Guitar, 12-string guitar, and pedal steel
Blake brings the twang and the grit, weaving country riffs with rock 'n' roll energy.

Owen
Bass guitar
Owen holds down the low end, driving the groove and keeping the rhythm rolling.

David
Drums and percussion
David strives for the drums and percussion to be a musical accompaniment along with the foundation of time and structure.
Gallery
Photos
1 / 10Live at Globe Hall
Media
Video & Music
Michelle & The Golden Dust – Live Performance Highlights
Songwriter
Original Music
Michelle & The Golden Dust is fronted by Michelle Parsons, a Colorado-based Americana/alt-country singer-songwriter whose solo album Reasons Why blends heartfelt storytelling with warm, rootsy instrumentation.
Featured Tracks
Live Shows
Past Performances
- PairADice — Denver, CO — 2025 Summer Residency
- Globe Hall — Denver, CO — 2025
- Bar 404 — Denver, CO — 2025
- Goosetown Tavern — Denver, CO — 2025
- Private Events — Across the Denver metro area — 2025
For Venues
Technical Rider
We're a 5-piece band and travel with our own instruments, backline, and can provide our own PA system if your venue doesn't have one.
What We Bring
- All guitars, amps, and pedal steel
- Bass guitar and amp
- Full drum kit
- Acoustic guitar (DI-ready)
- Full PA system with monitors (available upon request)
What We Need from the Venue
- PA system with front-of-house sound (or we can bring ours)
- At least 4 monitor mixes (lead vocals, guitars/backup vocals, bass, drums)
- Minimum 13 input channels
- Stage power (two 20A circuits preferred)
Input List
| Ch | Source | Input |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michelle — Lead Vocals | SM58 or similar |
| 2 | Bryan — Backup Vocals | SM58 or similar |
| 3 | Blake — Backup Vocals | SM58 or similar |
| 4 | Owen — Backup Vocals | SM58 or similar |
| 5 | Michelle — Acoustic Guitar | DI |
| 6 | Bryan — Electric / B-Bender / Slide | Amp mic |
| 7 | Blake — Electric / 12-String | Amp mic |
| 8 | Blake — Pedal Steel | DI or amp mic |
| 9 | Owen — Bass | DI or amp mic |
| 10 | David — Kick | Mic |
| 11 | David — Snare | Mic |
| 12–13 | David — Overheads | Pair |
Flexible — we're happy to adapt to your setup. Just let us know what you have.
Live Set
Sample Set List
| Song Title | Artist |
|---|---|
| Easy as Hello | Sunny Sweeney |
| Excuse Me While I Break My Own Heart Tonight | Ryan Adams & Whiskeytown |
| Rainy Day Woman | Waylon Jennings |
| 7 & 7 | Turnpike Troubadours |
| It's A Love Thing | Michelle Parsons |
| Feathered Indians | Tyler Childers |
| Learning To Fly | Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers |
| Drown | Son Volt |
| Act Naturally | Buck Owens |
| Long Way From Over You | Michelle Parsons |
| Light of Day | Aubrey Sellers |
| Blue Heron | Sarah Jarosz |
| White Freight Liner Blues | Townes Van Zandt |
| Dead Flowers | Rolling Stones |
| Reasons Why | Michelle Parsons |
| Tennessee Whiskey | Chris Stapleton |
| I'm On Fire | Whitey Morgan |
| Little White Church | Little Big Town |
| Can't You See | Marshall Tucker Band |
| Ball & Chain | Social Distortion |
| Weren't For The Wind | Ella Langley |
| Poor, Poor Pitiful Me | Linda Ronstadt |
| I Guess This Is Goodbye | Michelle Parsons |
| Little Red Wagon | Miranda Lambert |
| Cold Roses | Ryan Adams |
| I Remember Everything | Zach Bryan & Kasey Musgraves |
| Franklin's Tower | Grateful Dead |
Book Us
Available for venues, festivals, private events, and more.
Golden, Colorado
michelleandthegoldendust@gmail.com
