Savage Friends is a Central New York roots-rock collective built around live performance, musical chemistry, and decades of shared stage experience.

 

Blending blues, Americana, classic rock, jam-band energy, and deep grooves, Savage Friends brings together veteran musicians known throughout the regional music scene for dynamic live shows and expressive improvisation.

 

Featuring:

John Savage — guitar/vocals  

Robin Stone — keys/vocals  

John Kelsey — guitar/vocals  

Dan Porter — bass/vocals  

Oscar Crandal — drums

 

From intimate live-session performances to festival stages and listening-room venues, Savage Friends combines seasoned musicianship with an organic, collaborative spirit rooted in real-time performance.

 

Watch live sessions, performance videos, and upcoming appearances here and on the Savage Friends YouTube channel.