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Trickling out the mind of Dave Oberacker (vox, guitars) GoRjA not only burst into our worlds through music, but also changed the view of it. The front man of Seeking Homer had pubs swinging to both original tunes and favorite singalongs including his infamous version of “Star Spangled Banner” for years. Last year Oberacker added old friend, guitarist extraordinaire, Dave Fusaro, to the circuit creating a buzz that would soon translate into what we now know as GoRjA.In late 2016, Davey linked up with Dave’s fellow musicians, Andrew “AKA47” Kramer (guitars, lap, steel), Mike “Lear-Dog” Leary (bass) and Chris “Cross Stick” Cacciato (drums). Andrew, known for bleeding his instruments onto tracks with local favorites Morningside, Failure’s Art and Litmus, brings a dynamic sound that hits like an AK-47 through your ears and heart. The rhythm section of Cacciato and Leary have been hittin’ it and laying down the vibe for almost two decades now including their early years in local favorite Stony Hill and the Jibe with Fusaro. These three come to GoRjA after years of collaborating on projects – Weathered Helm, Bourbon Prophecy and Frogtown Road with Paul Simon and Edie Brickell.Dusting off the cobwebs with some Tom Petty, Dawes, Sturgill Simpson and Bruce Springsteen the boys took on some GoRjA tunes of their own with some collaborations from Kevin “Wild Thing” McCloskey (lyricist). As rumor has it…the walls shook, closed in and with a bang…GoRjA was. With a bag full of originals and some unique takes on your favorite songs, the boys continue set their sights on a summer full of bringing GoRjA into your heads and hearts through live shows, recordings and beyond.

MENTAL HEALTH is a band with roots deeply imbedded
in the bluesy rock ‘n roll sounds of the 60’s and 70’s.
Formed in the 1980’s, MENTAL HEALTH has undergone some member changes over the years,
culminating in their current line up offounder, vocalist/guitarist Richard Madwid, bassist Tony DeCamillo,
drummer Scott Roland and keyboard player John Francese.

Highlights….
​
Opened up for America, the Beach Boys, Dave Mason, and Jonathan Edwards…..

Participated in free concert fundraising efforts in Aids Prevention with Cyndi Lauper and Arlo Guthrie…

Fairfield After Dark…..”Mental Health is like Tom Petty meeting the Rolling Stones”

KSPR Power Music Radio, San Francisco CA endorsed MENTAL HEALTH
for their song “Looking at You”.

Glenn Roth is not your typical commuter from Connecticut. Instead of a briefcase, he carries a gig bag. His workspace is the vaulted splendor of Grand Central Terminal or the tunnels and platforms of the New York City subway system. A literal “underground” sensation, Glenn is a licensed performer in the MTA’s “Music under New York” program, playing for the most distracted and demanding audience in the world: legions of workers rushing to jobs throughout the Big Apple. And his fingers work magic, creating a soundscape of compelling melodies that invite them to leave the cityrush behind on an aural escape.

Glenn is a fingerstyle guitarist, his thumb riding the bassline and the melody driving all. His compositions suggest multiple guitars, but it’s really just one guy, ten flying fingers, one instrument. All instrumental, Glenn’s songs suggest moods and narratives that compel the listener to fill in the details.

Elle Sera’s relentless passion for music began at 4 yrs old at a local musical.  Just shy of her eighth birthday, she began performing professionally on Broadway, TV, radio, and film. She was led to studying musical theatre at NYU and upon graduation dove into the world of singer-songwriter head first teaching herself guitar.  She’s been creating music ever since with multiple recorded cd’s and EP’s, song placement in “Little Steps”(a short movie), and radio interviews, public appearances and performances.

Elle’s convergence of grit and grace separates her from so many singer-songwriters of today.  She is pure emotion and intention.  All pouring out of a barely 5’ frame.  From her roots in CT to gaining a foothold in NYC, Elle Sera is known for her soul-jolting songs, striking lyrics, edgy melodies, and resounding rhythms.  On a lifelong mission to create a sense of unshakable solidarity with people worldwide by harnessing the infinite power of musical storytelling she is ever-branching out to reach new audiences and share her passion of music and the power of her voice.  Having toured locally in the U.S and internationally in Europe she’s making her way charming audiences with her raw honest performances and a voice that makes listeners take note and lean in closer.

In her latest effort, “Right or Wrong”, Elle has teamed up with Caelum Productions to create an edgier, more rock-infused album, a-year-and-a-half in the making.  The spirit and soul of her vocals powerfully drives each piece in the marriage of her influences of rock, blues, folk and country-pop creating an alternative-indie-singer-songwriter.

Sarah Browne is a singer-songwriter based out of Pleasantville, New York. From a young age, Sarah felt incredibly drawn to music.  An almost entirely self-taught musician, she started teaching herself piano at the age of thirteen and picked up guitar shortly after.  She discovered her love for songwriting at eighteen.  After she had written her first song, she felt compelled to share her music with others.

She began attending open mics and eventually started playing her own shows at venues throughout New York City and Westchester, including The Delancey, Leftfield on Ludlow, 12 Grapes, the Pleasantville Farmers Market, the Ossining Village Fair and many more.  Sarah’s music has been featured on The Peak 107.1 FM and on WHUD 100.7 FM.  Sarah performs both as a solo musician and with her band.

Sarah’s debut album, entitled To You, was released in December 2017.  One of her most notable assets is her voice, which is reminiscent of Natalie Merchant.  What truly sets Sarah apart, however, is her songwriting.  Her style is characterized by her ability to create tantalizing melodies that take on an integral part of each song. Her lyrics are poetic and honest in a straightforward, unassuming way.  She views this album as a collage of songs and considers it to be merely the beginning of her music career.

Sarah plans on using music as a platform to spread awareness about Friedreich’s Ataxia, which is a rare, genetic disease that took the life of her cousin, Matthew Rupel, in August 2017. She decided to dedicate her album to him because he was an endless source of encouragement and support for Sarah from the time she started playing music.

Sarah hopes that through her music she can inspire others to pursue their own passions.  She feels that music is the way that she can most positively impact the world.

THE TREVOR ANTHONY BAND·WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, 2018
The NYTimes is reporting that live music is “state of the business” right now: “As fast-moving digital things become commonplace, some perishable human experiences — like big event concerts — become more valuable.”

The problem for audiences: the dearth of professional acts presenting high-quality live show experiences.

The TrevorAnthony Band consistently presents a dynamic live entertainment experience. I seek to entertain with an eclectic mix of carefully-curated classic rock ‘n roll songs; when I play them, I don’t play “note-for-note” impersonations. Instead, I put my personal stamp on each song, and imbue that with a spicy mix of reaching across the stage line to engage the audience. And, with over 40 years experience playing in front of audiences, I know how to “read” a crowd. That element alone is worth the price of admission.
An entertainer must turn on a dime when necessary to guarantee the audience is engaged and entertained. That’s who I am; that’s what I bring to the event; that’s where my awesome pro backup musicians will be as I lead them through the songs at each and every show.

The Band

Songs by

• Crosby, Stills & Nash
• Fleetwood Mac
• Hank Williams
• Bruce Springsteen
• Steve Miller Band
• Dobie Gray
• Jonathan Edwards
• Dan Hicks
• Neil Young
• Del Shannon
• Buddy Holly
• Little Feat
• Beatles
• The Byrds
• Badfinger
• Tom Petty
• Rolling Stones
• Chuck Berry
• The Band
• Pure Prairie League
• Van Morrison

Bob is a multi instrumentalist who performs primarily on guitar, bass and vocals. Although he has played with many artists, the bulk of his touring and recording was done with guitar icon Ritchie Blackmore, and cult band \’Mink DeVille.\’ Whether it\’s a rock concert at a soccer stadium or a solo acoustic guitar gig at a local wine bar, Bob\’s musical diversity has brought him a rich history of performance. From Inaugural Balls in Washington, D.C. to Exotic Erotic Balls in San Francisco, Jazz Festivals in Marseille to Rhythm & Blues at B.B. Kings in NYC, rock shows at The Paradiso in Amsterdam to the filming of a live show at The Olympia in Paris. The list goes on and on.

Bob also writes and produces music. His works have found a variety of applications, ranging from instrumental music of different genres for television, radio, and film, to pop music with songs for boy bands like \’The Backstreet Boys\’ and \’Natural.\’

Bob now lives in Ridgefield, CT, where he is writing, producing, and freelancing as a guitarist and bass player.

Tyler Mahard is a Connecticut-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He performs his original material along with folky and bluesy renditions of classic rock songs. When performing alone, he crafts his music using voice, acoustic guitar, harmonica, and foot-operated percussion. His sound is raw and comes from his core.

Before moving to Southbury Connecticut to pursue his solo work, Tyler performed in Maine, New Hampshire, Boston, and Connecticut with acoustic duos Travel IOU and Moneywood. He has played lead guitar, drums, and bass for several rock ensembles. He started drum lessons at age nine, and began playing guitar and writing music while in high school.

Tyler has a passion for the natural world that frequently makes its way into his songwriting. Aside from nature, some of his biggest influences include Neil Young, Paul Simon, The Beatles, Tom Petty, and Bob Dylan.

Orb Mellon is the blues moniker of Mike Malone, founder and guitarist of the seminal 1990s indie rock band and Sony/Epic recording artists Dirt Merchants.

Orb Mellon mines the raw energy of 20th Century American roots music, particularly whiskey fueled house party delta blues. Influenced by the likes of Bukka White, Junior Kimbrough, and John Fahey, Orb Mellon  performs pure, sonically aggressive, and ever transforming original folk blues, free from any quaintness or historicism, prompting one early reviewer to identify Orb Mellon’s work simply as “blues in all its primeval glory.”  He has performed extensively around the eastern United States and Canada sharing the stage with such diverse acts as David Johansen (NY Dolls), Daddy Long Legs, Charlie Parr, R.L.Boyce and Brownbird Rudy Relic.  In 2018, Orb Mellon was a feature performer at the Montreal International Jazz Festival.

We are Auguste and Alden, a sibling band from Northwest Connecticut. We consist of two siblings who play bass and guitar complimented by melodic blood harmonies in addition to the third part harmonies contributed by our drummer. We recently released our new album called Road Warrior, which has been producing a lot of positive momentum among fans and the music industry. We are a brother and sister who passionately write and perform our own original music and are also able to perform popular cover songs dependent on the specific needs of the venue. Due to playing music together our entire lives, we have created extremely unique and creative musical arrangements. As a band we have toured nationally performing on main stages and venues such as the NAMM show, providing us the opportunity to play alongside many major artists. Our passion to make music is evident by our catalog of over 70 original songs we have written, produced, and recorded.

Trickling out the mind of Dave Oberacker (vox, guitars) GoRjA not only burst into our worlds through music, but also changed the view of it. The front man of Seeking Homer had pubs swinging to both original tunes and favorite singalongs including his infamous version of “Star Spangled Banner” for years. Last year Oberacker added old friend, guitarist extraordinaire, Dave Fusaro, to the circuit creating a buzz that would soon translate into what we now know as GoRjA.In late 2016, Davey linked up with Dave’s fellow musicians, Andrew “AKA47” Kramer (guitars, lap, steel), Mike “Lear-Dog” Leary (bass) and Chris “Cross Stick” Cacciato (drums). Andrew, known for bleeding his instruments onto tracks with local favorites Morningside, Failure’s Art and Litmus, brings a dynamic sound that hits like an AK-47 through your ears and heart. The rhythm section of Cacciato and Leary have been hittin’ it and laying down the vibe for almost two decades now including their early years in local favorite Stony Hill and the Jibe with Fusaro. These three come to GoRjA after years of collaborating on projects – Weathered Helm, Bourbon Prophecy and Frogtown Road with Paul Simon and Edie Brickell.Dusting off the cobwebs with some Tom Petty, Dawes, Sturgill Simpson and Bruce Springsteen the boys took on some GoRjA tunes of their own with some collaborations from Kevin “Wild Thing” McCloskey (lyricist). As rumor has it…the walls shook, closed in and with a bang…GoRjA was. With a bag full of originals and some unique takes on your favorite songs, the boys continue set their sights on a summer full of bringing GoRjA into your heads and hearts through live shows, recordings and beyond.

With thumping thumb, dancing fingers, wailing harmonica and gritty, soul stirring vocals, Taylor’s songs ooze American roots; wandering roots. He’s drawn many comparisons, including Tom Waits, Stephen Stills, Bruce Springsteen, Eddie Vedder and Tom Rush, but his unique lyrics are colored by his own working class, wandering roots. He’s been an oysterman, cabinetmaker, father, Appalachian Trail ‘thru-hiker’ and full-time troubadour from New England to Nashville, for ten years. He’s shared the stage with legends such as Maria Muldaur, Vance Gilbert and Peter Mulvey, and released his 4th CD, “Balance,” in April 2017.

With heartfelt lyrics, strong and memorable pop and rock melodies, and an undeniable stage presence, Lucinda Rowe and Michael Connolly have captured a loyal audience. Embraced by commercial and independent radio, their original music has met with notoriety through-out the country. Whether as an acoustic duo or with a full band, Lucinda and Michael have performed with or opened for many well-known artists such as Pat Benatar, Eddie Money, Patty Smythe and Scandal, Tony Bennett, KC and The Sunshine Band, Stevie Nicks, The Guess Who, The Monkees, The Georgia Satellites, Sophie B. Hawkins and numerous others. Recent tours have taken them to the Gulf Coast of Florida and Alabama, Key West, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York and Boston. Their last radio single was a National Top 20 hit and their newest releases “Songs from the Shed Volume I and II” are being aired from Nashville to Connecticut.

Declaring oneself “The Optimist” is a bold move, especially on an album with as many songs of murder, heartache, and South American gunslinging as Grover Anderson’s 2014 release. Even interweaved with the songs about growing old together or how much fun it is being the big spoon, there’s always a thorn or two hidden somewhere in the lenses of Grover’s rose-colored glasses. A long-held belief that the darkness leads us to appreciate the light permeates his songwriting and informs his mission to celebrate life in all its ups and downs through songwriting and performance.

Grover was raised in the historic gold rush town of Murphys, CA. The rich culture of the area (along with lifelong immersion in fiction, theater and 90’s country music) instilled a storytelling nature that is evident in Grover’s writing. He assembled a bar band while attending UC Santa Barbara, put all of the tips from his restaurant job into a jar, and used it to record a pop/rock album. After some layovers in LA and Oakland, where he formed the folk duo Freight with Jimbo Scott, Grover and his family returned to Murphys to reconnect with the small mountain atmosphere that provided such inspiration as a youth. Living in California’s vastly varying environments provided ample material for his next two albums, which Grover self-produced. “Moonshine”, the opening track on the mostly-acoustic Tourniquet (2011), has grown into a fan favorite since its original recording as a duet with LA artist Samantha Free. While recording The Optimist (2014), which includes love songs like “Little Spoon” and “Sick of You” and more tragic ballads “The Lampolier” and “Grindstone“, Grover assembled musician friends from all over the state to create a diverse collection of country, rock, bluegrass, and jazz.  His 2017 acoustic album, From the Pink Room, is a collection of songs that Grover recorded at his home studio deep in the Sierra Nevada foothills, and was named the #2 album of the year by music site Independent Clauses. 

While he loves sharing his recorded music (he currently has over 1.9 million streams on Spotify), Grover’s true passion is live performance. Whether performing solo with his acoustic guitar or with the full band behind him, he channels musical heroes like Garth Brooks and Josh Ritter, leaving everything he has on stage. He is a passionate performer who grows his fanbase with every gig, be it for a wine bar of thirty or an amphitheater of thousands.

Justin Chandler, born and raised in eastern Connecticut, discovered his love for country music at an early age and has been unstoppable since. Growing up, he was successful in several singing competitions, taught himself to play guitar, and enjoys recording whenever he has the chance. All the while continues to write his own music and is an intricate and inspiring lyricist.

In 2010 he became the lead singer of Nashville Drive which has grown to become Connecticut’s premier modern country band. They have opened for national headliners such as Jason Sturgeon, Craig Campbell and Colt Ford. Recently, Justin has also developed a talented solo acoustic career, playing all your favorite modern country songs, along with his fun & catchy originals. Whether you catch him as the party band frontman or on his own with a guitar, the show will have you singing along.

Jake Kulak picked up a guitar at age 11 and instinctively knew what to do with it.  Within a couple of months he was playing at open jams in the CT blues and jazz scene.  At age 13 he made the first of many trips to Memphis where he played in clubs on Beale Street as part of the International Blue Challenge Youth Showcase, and to Clarksdale, MS where he attended the Pinetop Perkins Masterclass in Guitar, learning from living blues legends like Bob Margolin.  At age 13 he was also recognized with a merit scholarship by the Honeyboy Edwards Fund for the Blues at the National Blues Museum.  Several years later Jake is playing 60+ professional gigs a year, all while still attending High School.  He can play solo acoustic, solo electric or rock out with his full band, Jake Kulak and the LowDown.

Jake Kulak and the LowDown bring their blend of modern and traditional guitar-driven blues and blues-rock to music lovers everywhere.  Formed in 2013, these talented young artists have represented CT for the past 4 years at the International Blues Challenge Youth Showcase in Memphis, TN.  They have also been nominated for a New England Music Award in the “Best New Act of the Year” category and were one of 6 Boston-area bands to win the the House of Blues emerging artist competition. Bassist Anthony Dailey, from Longmeadow, MA is a crowd favorite with his quiet swagger and tasteful grooves. Drummer, Jeremy Peck, from Manchester, Connecticut is a formally trained, multi-instrumentalist whose killer, high-energy beats anchor the band.

Elle Sera’s relentless passion for music began at 4 yrs old at a local musical.  Just shy of her eighth birthday, she began performing professionally on Broadway, TV, radio, and film. She was led to studying musical theatre at NYU and upon graduation dove into the world of singer-songwriter head first teaching herself guitar.  She’s been creating music ever since with multiple recorded cd’s and EP’s, song placement in “Little Steps”(a short movie), and radio interviews, public appearances and performances.

Elle’s convergence of grit and grace separates her from so many singer-songwriters of today.  She is pure emotion and intention.  All pouring out of a barely 5’ frame.  From her roots in CT to gaining a foothold in NYC, Elle Sera is known for her soul-jolting songs, striking lyrics, edgy melodies, and resounding rhythms.  On a lifelong mission to create a sense of unshakable solidarity with people worldwide by harnessing the infinite power of musical storytelling she is ever-branching out to reach new audiences and share her passion of music and the power of her voice.  Having toured locally in the U.S and internationally in Europe she’s making her way charming audiences with her raw honest performances and a voice that makes listeners take note and lean in closer.

In her latest effort, “Right or Wrong”, Elle has teamed up with Caelum Productions to create an edgier, more rock-infused album, a-year-and-a-half in the making.  The spirit and soul of her vocals powerfully drives each piece in the marriage of her influences of rock, blues, folk and country-pop creating an alternative-indie-singer-songwriter.

Sarah Browne is a singer-songwriter based out of Pleasantville, New York. From a young age, Sarah felt incredibly drawn to music.  An almost entirely self-taught musician, she started teaching herself piano at the age of thirteen and picked up guitar shortly after.  She discovered her love for songwriting at eighteen.  After she had written her first song, she felt compelled to share her music with others.

She began attending open mics and eventually started playing her own shows at venues throughout New York City and Westchester, including The Delancey, Leftfield on Ludlow, 12 Grapes, the Pleasantville Farmers Market, the Ossining Village Fair and many more.  Sarah’s music has been featured on The Peak 107.1 FM and on WHUD 100.7 FM.  Sarah performs both as a solo musician and with her band.

Sarah’s debut album, entitled To You, was released in December 2017.  One of her most notable assets is her voice, which is reminiscent of Natalie Merchant.  What truly sets Sarah apart, however, is her songwriting.  Her style is characterized by her ability to create tantalizing melodies that take on an integral part of each song. Her lyrics are poetic and honest in a straightforward, unassuming way.  She views this album as a collage of songs and considers it to be merely the beginning of her music career.

Sarah plans on using music as a platform to spread awareness about Friedreich’s Ataxia, which is a rare, genetic disease that took the life of her cousin, Matthew Rupel, in August 2017. She decided to dedicate her album to him because he was an endless source of encouragement and support for Sarah from the time she started playing music.

Sarah hopes that through her music she can inspire others to pursue their own passions.  She feels that music is the way that she can most positively impact the world.

Glenn Roth is not your typical commuter from Connecticut. Instead of a briefcase, he carries a gig bag. His workspace is the vaulted splendor of Grand Central Terminal or the tunnels and platforms of the New York City subway system. A literal “underground” sensation, Glenn is a licensed performer in the MTA’s “Music under New York” program, playing for the most distracted and demanding audience in the world: legions of workers rushing to jobs throughout the Big Apple. And his fingers work magic, creating a soundscape of compelling melodies that invite them to leave the cityrush behind on an aural escape.

Glenn is a fingerstyle guitarist, his thumb riding the bassline and the melody driving all. His compositions suggest multiple guitars, but it’s really just one guy, ten flying fingers, one instrument. All instrumental, Glenn’s songs suggest moods and narratives that compel the listener to fill in the details.

The Band

Songs by

• Crosby, Stills & Nash
• Fleetwood Mac
• Hank Williams
• Bruce Springsteen
• Steve Miller Band
• Dobie Gray
• Jonathan Edwards
• Dan Hicks
• Neil Young
• Del Shannon
• Buddy Holly
• Little Feat
• Beatles
• The Byrds
• Badfinger
• Tom Petty
• Rolling Stones
• Chuck Berry
• The Band
• Pure Prairie League
• Van Morrison

MENTAL HEALTH is a band with roots deeply imbedded
in the bluesy rock ‘n roll sounds of the 60’s and 70’s.
Formed in the 1980’s, MENTAL HEALTH has undergone some member changes over the years,
culminating in their current line up offounder, vocalist/guitarist Richard Madwid, bassist Tony DeCamillo,
drummer Scott Roland and keyboard player John Francese.

MENTAL HEALTH has played to audiences all over Connecticut and New York,
​with a musical focus influenced by everyone from the Beatles, Elvis Presley, Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Tom Petty, Bob Dylan……and many more.

Highlights….
​
Opened up for America, the Beach Boys, Dave Mason, and Jonathan Edwards…..

Participated in free concert fundraising efforts in Aids Prevention with Cyndi Lauper and Arlo Guthrie…

Fairfield After Dark…..”Mental Health is like Tom Petty meeting the Rolling Stones”

KSPR Power Music Radio, San Francisco CA endorsed MENTAL HEALTH
for their song “Looking at You”.

We are Auguste and Alden, a sibling band from Northwest Connecticut. We consist of two siblings who play bass and guitar complimented by melodic blood harmonies in addition to the third part harmonies contributed by our drummer. We recently released our new album called Road Warrior, which has been producing a lot of positive momentum among fans and the music industry. We are a brother and sister who passionately write and perform our own original music and are also able to perform popular cover songs dependent on the specific needs of the venue. Due to playing music together our entire lives, we have created extremely unique and creative musical arrangements. As a band we have toured nationally performing on main stages and venues such as the NAMM show, providing us the opportunity to play alongside many major artists. Our passion to make music is evident by our catalog of over 70 original songs we have written, produced, and recorded.

Justin Chandler, born and raised in eastern Connecticut, discovered his love for country music at an early age and has been unstoppable since. Growing up, he was successful in several singing competitions, taught himself to play guitar, and enjoys recording whenever he has the chance. All the while continues to write his own music and is an intricate and inspiring lyricist.

In 2010 he became the lead singer of Nashville Drive which has grown to become Connecticut’s premier modern country band. They have opened for national headliners such as Jason Sturgeon, Craig Campbell and Colt Ford. Recently, Justin has also developed a talented solo acoustic career, playing all your favorite modern country songs, along with his fun & catchy originals. Whether you catch him as the party band frontman or on his own with a guitar, the show will have you singing along.

Jake Kulak picked up a guitar at age 11 and instinctively knew what to do with it.  Within a couple of months he was playing at open jams in the CT blues and jazz scene.  At age 13 he made the first of many trips to Memphis where he played in clubs on Beale Street as part of the International Blue Challenge Youth Showcase, and to Clarksdale, MS where he attended the Pinetop Perkins Masterclass in Guitar, learning from living blues legends like Bob Margolin.  At age 13 he was also recognized with a merit scholarship by the Honeyboy Edwards Fund for the Blues at the National Blues Museum.  Several years later Jake is playing 60+ professional gigs a year, all while still attending High School.  He can play solo acoustic, solo electric or rock out with his full band, Jake Kulak and the LowDown.

Jake Kulak and the LowDown bring their blend of modern and traditional guitar-driven blues and blues-rock to music lovers everywhere.  Formed in 2013, these talented young artists have represented CT for the past 4 years at the International Blues Challenge Youth Showcase in Memphis, TN.  They have also been nominated for a New England Music Award in the “Best New Act of the Year” category and were one of 6 Boston-area bands to win the the House of Blues emerging artist competition. Bassist Anthony Dailey, from Longmeadow, MA is a crowd favorite with his quiet swagger and tasteful grooves. Drummer, Jeremy Peck, from Manchester, Connecticut is a formally trained, multi-instrumentalist whose killer, high-energy beats anchor the band.

Glenn Roth is not your typical commuter from Connecticut. Instead of a briefcase, he carries a gig bag. His workspace is the vaulted splendor of Grand Central Terminal or the tunnels and platforms of the New York City subway system. A literal “underground” sensation, Glenn is a licensed performer in the MTA’s “Music under New York” program, playing for the most distracted and demanding audience in the world: legions of workers rushing to jobs throughout the Big Apple. And his fingers work magic, creating a soundscape of compelling melodies that invite them to leave the cityrush behind on an aural escape.

Glenn is a fingerstyle guitarist, his thumb riding the bassline and the melody driving all. His compositions suggest multiple guitars, but it’s really just one guy, ten flying fingers, one instrument. All instrumental, Glenn’s songs suggest moods and narratives that compel the listener to fill in the details.