ABOUT

About

"The BEST Damn Jam Band In Davis."

-The Meta Mag

"Love booking Wealth of Nations as they always have a strong fan base and can get people on the dance floor. Plus they are great guys with great musicality, harmonies, and enthusiasm"

-Eric Dewey, Parkside Sports Bar

"They have musical talent and are

well received by the audience.They seem to have a good following, from

what I can tell of the crowds. People enjoy seeing them."

-Scott Schiller, Independent Sound Engineer

“I have booked Wealth of Nations for many different events over the years - from festivals and pizza nights to on-farm events- and I can always count on them to read the crowd, create a lively and dynamic atmosphere that meets the event theme, and get guests grooving. They also make my job easy and are always so professional and fun to work with!”

-Alexa McCarthy, Rustic Ramble

Wealth of Nations is a legendary jam band based in Davis, California, that’s been lighting up the Sacramento metro music scene for nearly a decade. Known for their rich sound and dynamic performances, this 7-piece group brings an unforgettable blend of original music and iconic covers to every stage they play.

And their creativity doesn’t stop at the stage. Wealth of Nations is a beloved part of the Burning Man community, where they’ve hosted the Kamp Karaoke Theme Camp for six years—offering live band karaoke and performances for thousands of Black Rock City citizens.

If you're looking for music with heart, groove, and a whole lot of soul—Wealth of Nations brings it all!

The band features a talented lineup:

🎸 David Hafter – Guitar, Vocals
🎷 Chris Stabenfeldt – Saxophone, Vocals
🎸 Dave Walters – Bass, Vocals
🎸 Scott Morgan – Bass
🥁 Mark Morse – Drums
🎸 Harris Lewin – Guitar, Vocals

⌨️ Tim Hartigan - Keyboards, Vocals

Whether you're looking for an intimate solo acoustic set or the full band experience, Wealth of Nations delivers. Their diverse repertoire includes over 40 Grateful Dead classics, original songs penned by David Hafter, and an eclectic mix of rock, R&B, and acoustic favorites from legends like The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Talking Heads, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Tom Petty, Pink Floyd, James Taylor, and many more.

Their debut album, Wealth of Nations, featuring 11 original tracks, is available now on Spotify, Google Play, and all major streaming platforms.

Notable performances include:

Hoes Down Harvest Festival
Rustic Ramble (Capay Valley)
Green River Brewing & Taproom (Winters)
Koket Resort (Isleton)
Parkside Sports Bar & Grille (Davis)
Berryessa Gap Brewery (Winters)
Jessie's Grove Winery (Lodi)
Downtown Winters Friday Night Music Series
Back Bistro Live Music Series (Folsom)
Ettore's Bakery & Cafe (Sacramento)
Great Bear Vineyards (Davis)
Annual St. Patrick's Day at Jamie's on Broadway (Sacramento)
Numerous private events and weddings
Charity events like Don Saylor’s Soups On, drawing 500+ attendees
Grand Opening Events for K. Hovnanian Homes and NEXT New Homes Group