They have been bringing their folk, bluegrass, and country music blend to audiences since the 1970s, when they began touring throughout the Midwestern United States, playing clubs, fairs, festivals and colleges.

The Gordons released Wasn't Born To Follow one year later; this was a more country flavored record, featuring fiddler Wade Ray.

End of a Long Hard Day was released in 1997; this album was hailed by critic Edward Morris of Billboard, who stated "the Gordons bring to mind that most listenable of all bluegrass bands, the great Flatt & Scruggs."

The national folk music magazine, Dirty Linen, wrote that the album "is touching, sad and beautiful".

[2] Occasionally, they tour with a larger ensemble, including David Johnson, the longtime fiddler for Randy Travis.