They don’t need guitars, drums, or fiddles. Just five voices, a loop station, and a whole lot of guts.
Home Free has carved out its own lane in country music by doing the damn near impossible: becoming a wildly successful touring group and amassing millions of fans without ever strumming a single chord. From winning NBC’s The Sing-Off back in 2013 to collaborating with country legends and delivering viral music videos that rack up views by the millions, these guys have redefined what a cappella can be. And while members have come and gone, the group’s heart still beats strong, and it’s all about those five voices working in harmony.
Let’s break it down and meet the current squad lighting up stages across America.
Rob Lundquist is the easygoing tenor with the beard and the dad jokes. A Minneapolis native and one of the longest-standing members, Rob brings warmth and a grounded vocal style that balances the group’s more theatrical moments. He joined Home Free back in 2008 and never looked back. Off stage, he’s a devoted family man, and fans can’t get enough of his “cool uncle energy” and killer harmonies.
Adam Rupp, the last remaining original member of Home Free, is the group’s human drum kit. This dude doesn’t just beatbox, he’s a percussion section all by himself. Watching Adam do his solo at a Home Free concert is like watching a magician pull off a sleight of hand trick. He’s been at it since 2000, when he and his brother Chris founded the group in Mankato, Minnesota. It’s safe to say he’s the heartbeat of Home Free, literally and figuratively.
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Tim Foust, aka The Bass Machine, is the reason your chest vibrates during every live show. His voice is so low it practically comes from the earth’s core, but the wildest part? He can also sing some of the highest parts in the group when needed. Tim’s sense of humor is razor-sharp, and he’s the kind of guy who can make you laugh with a look. He also co-writes a good bit of the group’s original material, and when he’s not holding down the low end, he’s busy surprising fans with his falsetto.
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Adam Chance, the baritone and newest member until very recently, joined in 2016 and helped keep the group steady after the departure of founding member Chris Rupp. With a rich voice and laid-back energy, Chance slid into the mix seamlessly. He’s got a background in journalism and previously performed with Street Corner Symphony, but it’s his blend of smooth vocals and easy stage presence that’s made him a favorite among fans.
Now, Adam Bastien has entered the chat. The newest member, Bastien, as of summer 2024, isn’t totally new to the Home Free world. Back in the pre-Sing-Off days, he lent his voice to the group a few times before life took them in different directions. When longtime member Austin Brown announced his departure, Home Free gave Bastien a call, and the timing was finally right. His first show was at the freakin’ Grand Ole Opry. No pressure or anything.
Austin Brown’s exit marked the end of a 12-year run, and fans, affectionately known as the Home Fries, are still feeling the bittersweet sting. But even Austin himself said he’s nothing but proud of what they built together and called his bandmates brothers for life. He’s stepping away to focus on home and family, and nobody can fault him for that.
Through all the change, the one thing that’s remained constant is the bond between these guys and the fans who pack theaters from coast to coast. Home Free keeps pushing boundaries, blending humor, harmony, and pure vocal talent in a way nobody else can. Whether they’re covering Johnny Cash, rickrolling the crowd with “Never Gonna Give You Up,” or dropping a butt song medley just for fun, they’re always two steps ahead and three chords deep, even if there are no instruments involved.
They’ve got more new music coming, more tour dates ahead, and one of the tightest fan bases in country music. So if you thought a cappella was just for college choirs, it’s time to get acquainted with the five voices turning that idea on its head. Home Free ain’t just surviving without instruments. They’re thriving, and sounding damn good doing it.
