

Banjo man Mark Krider has deep bluegrass roots from the mountains of North Carolina where he grew up listening to and playing bluegrass music. “You might say its in the water there”. He has played banjo and guitar for 50 years now. Krider has formed bands wherever he has lived, from North Carolina, to Tennessee, and Arizona. Mark has shared the stage with The Osborne Bros, Country Gentlemen, Lewis Family and Blue Highway. Wanting to keep the traditional sound going, he formed HillBilly Fever in 2018. Mark now calls Texas home where he lives with his wife Sue.
Justin Smith has joined HillBilly Fever on guitar and lead/tenor vocals. He began playing guitar at age 12 and has performed with numerous bluegrass and gospel bands throughout Texas and Oklahoma. Justin now brings his experience, strong vocals, and driving guitar style to HillBilly Fever.


Daniel David is a mandolin player deeply rooted in the traditional bluegrass style of the genre’s early pioneers. Over the years, he has developed a strong Monroe-style approach to the instrument, emphasizing solid rhythm and driving lead lines. Before moving to Arkansas, Daniel performed with several bands along Colorado’s Front Range, playing at local venues and festivals. Those experiences helped shape his sound and strengthened his appreciation for traditional bluegrass music. Today, Daniel brings energy, precision, and a deep respect for the roots of bluegrass every time he plays.
Adam Bachman is from Tigerville South Carolina originally and now resides in Asheville North Carolina. He has played resonator guitar for over 10 years at historic venues and festivals including the Ryman auditorium, station inn, Merle fest among others. He tours with musical acts including cast iron bluegrass, Wilson banjo company and James Tucker.


Hillbilly Fever is an outstanding Bluegrass Band for all ages.
The versatile band graced our stage in 2018 and again in
2020 for our 41st Annual Four Corner States Bluegrass Festival.
Got Bluegrass in your soul? Hire Hillbilly Fever!
Executive Director, Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce
Hillbilly Fever is a much overlooked bluegrass band from the Great Southwest. They can and do play it all. You can’t go wrong adding them to your event.
Owner, Cobalt Picks
We thank you for your participation in our event. The audience loved you — and they have good taste!
High Mt. Hay Fever Festival
These guys are an incredible addition to your festival lineup. They have done so much work behind the scene lately to hone their craft. We had them play our festival in 2020 and have them now booked for 2023. Trust me, you will be very pleased with their performance(s) and the crowd loves them!
Dan Douglas Susanville, Ca. Bluegrass Festival
Susanville, Ca. Bluegrass Festival
Good band, Good Tone, Just Good
Osborne Bros.
We were pleased with all the bands at our Mt. St. Helens Festival this year (2023), but I want to give a special shout-out to Mark Krider and HillBilly Fever. They have a traditional sound that reminded me of when I saw Jimmy Martin play. It took me back to when I fell in love with the music Their band was very professional and I would recommend them to anyone who is considering putting on an event.
President, WA Bluegrass Assn.
HillBilly Fever Bluegrass Band was a huge hit with our crowd at the 2023 festival. We will definitely be booking them again! If you’re looking for a band with good ole traditional Bluegrass sound, they are the group for you. Great musicians. You will not be disappointed by adding this group to your event lineup.
President, Big Bend Bluegrass Assn.