Shenandoah Valley's newest, and brightest, songwriting force.

Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine

Wagler has a definite charm to his character and style, easily appealing to anyone who can appreciate true musicianship and raw technique.

Jessica Novak Beyond Race Magazine

[The Steel Wheels] travel along a path through the listener’s ears and aim directly for the heart.

Dirty Linen

Wagler's voice is a supple instrument with an expressive bite.

Bluegrass Unlimited

Forces to be reckoned with for awhile.

Ben Cisernos 9513 Country Music

Songs that recall a more familiar time and yet sound fresh and creative.

Tina Owens Acoustic Cafe

If one must compare The Steel Wheels to another act in order to get an idea of their music, imagine a blend of the passion of The Avett Brothers, the instrumentals of Old Crow Medicine Show, and then sprinkle in the backwoods feel of The Legendary Shack Shakers. In truth, attempting to compare them with anyone is an injustice, since after one listen you can hear that they stand very well on their own perch.

John Walker Americana Roots

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