Silverwood Gospel Band

–Old Time Gospel Music, Hymns, and Patriotic Tunes

Formerly known as “The Silverwood Bottom Boys”, Silverwood Gospel Band was founded when Freddie and Bob met while working at Buick Motor Division in Flint, Michigan. The group is named after the hometown of Bob Garner, Silverwood, Michigan. The group has played at Churches across the state of Michigan. They have played for Revival Meetings, Church suppers, picnics, ice cream socials, and fundraisers, in addition to the Clio Amphitheater, Lapeer's Pix Theater, and Port Austin's Porch Fest. For ten years, they hosted and played Saginaw's White Crow Conservatory's Gospel Music Night. After Bob's passing, Freddie, Randy, Nick, Melody, Christoper, and Ethan have continued the musical journey.

Group Members:

  • Freddie Willbanks - guitar

  • Randy Stoddard - piano

  • Melody Lietzke - vocal

  • Christopher Lietzke - cello

  • Ethan Heska - doghouse bass