Sister Wives

Back on the Ogden Music Festival Stage for their third year running, the Sister Wives kick off the 2011 festival in style.

Sister Wives first public gig was in January 2003. Since that time, the band has appeared twice on Channel 4's Good Things Utah, performed three times on the Festival Stage at the Utah Arts Festival, KRCL's Day in the Park, and been named one the of the Best New Bands of the Year in the SLAMMy's (Salt Lake Music Awards) voted by the readers of Salt Lake City Weekly Magazine.

Sister Wives appear regularly at the Port 'O Call, Hog Wallow, Mo Diggity's and the Zephyr and Dead Goat Saloon (may they rest in peace) and are sought after for private appearances in and around Salt Lake. The band has been invited to regional festivals in Moab and Cedar City. The Sister Wives' music is also played by many of the programmers on KRCL radio station in Salt Lake, KZMU in Moab and KPFT in Houston. Below, you can learn more about the individual members of the Sister Wives and their stories.


Mona Stevens [lead vocal, rhythm guitar, harmonica]

ASCAP songwriter; studied classical, folk and blues guitar. Spent four years in Nashville as singer/songwriter: experiences include lead singer/songwriter for the "Mona Rae Stevens Band" regularly headlining at clubs such as Bluebird Cafe, Douglas Corner, Diamond in the Ruff. Studied Music Business and song writing in Nashville for 3 years. Numerous guest appearances performing on the “Merchants Radio Show” and television shows “American Magazine” and “Be A Star.” Over 13 years experience in Utah clubs and restaurants as member of trio, duet, and a soloist.

Jani Gamble [bass, vocals]

Singer/songwriter/guitarist/lyricist for over ten years; co-produced several local recording projects as well as an annual musical production. Co-founder, writer, and lead vocalist with local band “Twist of Faith.” Experience includes duo and band work (vocal and instrumental) at public and private functions along the Wasatch Front, as well as studio work. Recent presenter at Minnesota, Rhode Island and Colorado musician conferences. Background consists of classical and contemporary work including blues, rock, folk, and bluegrass. Classically trained; studied folk and blues on both guitar and mandolin.

Amy Boettger [drums, vocals]

Diverse background ranging from nightclub band venues to symphonic and orchestral to drum & bugle corps. Professional playing experience includes over 10 years in rock, jazz, blues, punk, big band, and country music bands. Drum and percussion instructor for individuals and high school, college, and drum & bugle corps drumlines. Percussionist of the Year for Suncoast Sound Drum and Bugle Corps. Music scholarship recipient; associates degree in percussion studies; music education coursework at Florida State University.

Jesse Luckett [lead guitar, vocals]

As the newest Sister, Jesse joined the band and made her first public appearance with the Sister Wives in August of 2003 and has been adding her screamin' blues licks and subtle slide riffs to the Sister Wives sound since then. While primarily playing lead electric and acoustic lead, she has been stepping up more with that sultry bluesy voice as well. Born in Amish Pennsylvania, Jesse has lived all over the country. She is currently a full-time student at the University of Utah, majoring in Anthropology. Jesse loves songwriting and hopes music plays a big part in her future. Her blues influences are Johnny Winters, Ry Cooder, Deborah Coleman, Blues Roots, Rory Block, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Eric Sardinas.

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