Keith Grimwood and Ezra Idlet formed Trout Fishing in America in 1979. When entry in a music contest required them to have a name for their act, they chose Trout Fishing in America as an homage to Keith's love of writer Richard Brautigan and Ezra's love of fishing.
 
Trout's genre-defying musical style and unique stage presence did not lend itself to standard marketing strategies so their following developed through word-of-mouth recommendations from fans and club owners. No one could explain what kind of music Trout played, but would also tell you that theirs was not a show to miss! After attending a show you'll know exactly what you've witness: two guys who still love what they do and are excited to share it with you.