Emerging from the heart of Hanford, California, Poor Man's Poison has carved a
unique niche in the American folk landscape, also incorporating influences from
Americana, pop, rock, and country music. Established in 2009, the band was
founded by lead singer and guitarist Ryan Hakker, bassist Dustin Medeiros,
guitarist Michael Jacobs, and mandolin player Tommy McCarthy, all of whom have
shared musical histories since their high school days, previously showcasing
their talent in the band Done For Good. During the first half of its career, the
group released three studio albums—Poor ...