Columbus Music Scene

Meet Bill, the voice of Bourbon Legend. From casual jam sessions with guitarist Jim Lipnos to their first open mic where host Rick Barr encouraged them forward, Bill’s journey has been about courage, connection, and growth. With support from vocal coach Rebekah Newton, he stepped into songwriting and found his voice not just as a singer, but as a storyteller. Today, Bill leads Bourbon Legend with gratitude and heart.

Relive our full ComFest 2025 set—now available in audio form! Huge thanks to Dave Walsh for capturing the performance and sharing it with us. It was an unforgettable day at the Gazebo Stage, and we’re grateful for everyone who came out to support live music in Columbus. Give it a listen and check out our upcoming shows at bourbonlegendband.com.

We’re kicking off our Meet the Band blog series with none other than Bourbon Legend’s riff master himself, Matt Saunders. Matt’s a Dayton native whose journey into music started with classic rock legends, a high school Metallica cover band, and an ever-growing love for guitar. Get to know the man behind the tone.