RT VALINE
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Founded in 2009, RT N' THE 44s is a country band created by singer/songwriter RT Valine. The band originated in Los Angeles, CA Using instruments crafted from tin, 2x4's and salvaged parts, RT has stated that RT N' THE 44s was born out of "an attempt to make listenable music from junk". They have been described as a vintage country band with dark obsessions.
RT (Ryan Thomas) has often seen busking at various locations throughout Oklahoma and also can be seen playing the annual Woody Guthrie Folk Festival in Okemah, Oklahoma and the annual Roots Roadhouse Festival and Autry National Center. As members of the New LA Folk Fest the band has performed with John C. Reilly, Tom Brosseau, T-Model Ford, and other notable acts.