About

Tune Monkeys are in Tucson, Arizona. They are: 

• Michael Donoghue (clawhammer banjo)
• John Walkenbach (guitar)
• Jerry Ray Weinert (upright bass).

Get in touch: Send email to tunemonkeys@gmail.com 

Tune Monkeys, together since 2019, play for local community and private events: farmers markets, restaurants, bars, gallery events, and coffee houses. The band's music might be described as acoustic Americana stringband, with a few tasteful vocals. The tunes are catchy, easy to listen to, and also serve as perfect background music for dining and other occasions. No talking, and very little singing. Just three guys in Tucson playing tunes.

Michael Donoghue, banjo, leads the band with his captivating style and enormous collection of old and new acoustic string band tunes -- plus lots of original compositions. John Walkenbach, guitar, is a master of rhythm and good musical taste. Jerry Ray Weinert, upright bass, anchors the beat and complements John's swinging rhythm. 

Note: One of the original Tune Monkeys, Mark Chambers (mandolin), left the group in late 2024. Michael Donoghue filled in and has become a permanent member. 

"Loved those Tune Monkeys! Nice relaxed tempos,
great tune choices, and they make it swing!
Plus my grandson had a blast dancing to them!"
Greg Canote, January, 2023