Professional Sound & Lighting Rentals in the Black Hills of South Dakota

Biography of Tyler Bills. Tyler Bills is a singer-songwriter originally from Denver, Colorado, and a longtime fixture in the Black Hills music scene. For more than a decade, he has performed with local and regional touring acts including Judd Hoos, Denizens of the Deep, and the Tyler Bills Trio.

As the frontman for Judd Hoos, Tyler learned how to command a crowd and shape a great set list. He also gained firsthand experience in the inner workings of live production—everything from lighting and sound to booking shows and communicating with venues and festivals across the Midwest. This blend of musical talent and production knowledge gives Ponderosa Sound Co. a unique, artist-first approach to live sound and event production.

Biography of Mike Grosek. Mike Grosek brings more than fifteen years of live sound and performance experience to Ponderosa Sound Co. A Sturgis local, Mike has played drums with Black Hills favorites such as Beneath the Sky Down Yonder, the Brandon Jones Band, and the Tyler Bills Trio, while also providing sound support for countless other artists throughout the region.

In addition to his work as a musician and audio professional, Mike has over a decade of experience in event production and stage management. He is deeply rooted in the Black Hills music community and also operates a local handyman business, reflecting the same reliability and attention to detail he brings to every production. Mike's approach is defined by integrity, professionalism, and a steady presence—qualities that anchor every project at Ponderosa Sound Co.