Nate Query is an American
musician best known as the
bassist of the
Portland, Oregon indie rock band
The Decemberists. He is also a member of Black Prairie. He makes appearances on many albums by Portland artists, including Laura Gibson, Rebecca Gates, the Minus 5, and Laura Veirs. He is also credited on
Michael Zapruder's record. Former bands include Calobo and Everyday Dirt. His most recent project is the acoustic band
Black Prairie with a number of other Portland artists. He attended Portland's West Sylvan Middle School. He is an avid homebrewer.