Blackhawk band biography outline

BlackHawk is an American country music group founded in 1992 by Henry Paul (lead vocals, mandolin, acoustic guitar), Van Stephenson (background vocals, electric guitar), and Dave Robbins (background vocals, keyboards).

Several backing musicians also performed with the trio; however, these backing musicians were not officially part of Blackhawk until 2008.

The strong vocal harmonies and talented guitar picking of BlackHawk have made it one of country music's most successful contemporary groups in the industry.

Their live performances have been characterized as "electrifying." The group is made up of three successful singers and musicians: Henry Paul is the lead vocalist who also plays the mandolin; Dave Robbins is on vocals and keyboards; and Van Stephenson is on vocals and guitar.

"One thing our fans respond to is our energy," stated Paul in the band's online biography. "They see our show as a very genuine presentation--not a staged, choreographe