Oklahoma Jamgrass Band The Steppers to Play Del Norte Venue

The Steppers will perform at Trade & Post in Del Norte on April 11, showcasing their new album 'The Lights Are Always On'.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 7:53pm

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Oklahoma City-based jamgrass trio The Steppers will be performing at Trade & Post in Del Norte, Colorado on April 11. The band is set to release their new 11-track album 'The Lights Are Always On' on June 26, and will be debuting the lead single 'Told You' at the upcoming show.

Why it matters

The Steppers have built a reputation for blending bluegrass roots with improvisational rock, funk, and folk, creating a sound that honors tradition while pushing beyond genre lines. Their upcoming Del Norte performance will give local fans a preview of their evolving, high-energy live sound and new material.

The details

Formed in Oklahoma City, The Steppers consist of Jake Tobey on guitar and vocals, Theran Lantz on mandolin and vocals, and Lawson Popejoy on bass and vocals. The trio has continued refining its identity on stage, delivering performances driven by tight harmonies, improvisational interplay, and an unmistakable chemistry forged through years of touring together.

  • The Steppers will perform at Trade & Post in Del Norte, Colorado on April 11, 2026.
  • The band's new 11-track album 'The Lights Are Always On' is set for release on Friday, June 26, 2026.

The players

The Steppers

An Oklahoma City-based jamgrass trio consisting of Jake Tobey, Theran Lantz, and Lawson Popejoy, known for blending bluegrass roots with improvisational rock, funk, and folk.

Jake Tobey

The Steppers' guitarist and vocalist.

Theran Lantz

The Steppers' mandolinist and vocalist.

Lawson Popejoy

The Steppers' bassist and vocalist.

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What they’re saying

“'Told You' is the most haunting phrase in any relationship. It's a phrase that has turned even the warmest of days ice cold. This song tells the story of those late-night arguments when you just can't seem to get it right. Lines are blurred, memory's gone. How did it go wrong, and is there a way to make it right?”

— The Steppers

What’s next

The Steppers will release their new album 'The Lights Are Always On' on June 26, 2026, following their performance in Del Norte.

The takeaway

The Steppers' upcoming Del Norte show will give local fans a chance to experience the band's unique blend of bluegrass, rock, and improvisational energy, showcasing their evolution as serious pickers within the modern jamgrass scene.