“Reflective, existential roots music … influenced by traditional and alternative country, punk, folk and literature …”

Accompanied by strong and tender acoustic guitar-playing, Annie’s songs explore life’s journey and the universal themes of love and loss, struggles and triumphs, shadows and light, with a little humor thrown in.

Love ... hate ... and bridging the gap! The Claudia Jacobs band returns to Grounds and Sounds on the Hallmark card holiday of Love to serve up tunes that will honor a wide range of feelings that are sure to touch hearts no matter where they might be residing at the...

“Grabs your attention any time he is on stage!”

Sam Robbins is often described as an “old soul singer songwriter.” He adds a modern, upbeat edge to the storyteller troubadour persona.

“This is one gifted sonofabitch!”

Award-winning singer-songwriter Rupert Wates’ music is an eclectic mix of acoustic, melodic art/folk, with flavors of jazz, vaudeville and cabaret. His twelve solo CDs have received outstanding reviews and tracks have been played on radio all over the world.

“Makes me remember why I so enjoy listening to music”

Ray Lambiase is a veteran singer-songwriter who has been writing and performing songs since he was a teenager growing up on Long Island. He sings original tales of love lost, love won, and the choices faced by a variety of heroes and heroines.

Good for what ails you … Romping through tunes from Dr Dan’s Jazz Songbook, as well as some standards. In turns soulful and athletic, with styles ranging from Afro-Cuban and New Orleans to Chicago and bebop …

“Marci’s passionate songs and beautiful vocals combine for a stirring performance.” Ron Olesko

Grounds & Sounds is a favorite haunt of Marci Geller. She’ll be opening up our new 2024-2025 Season with new songs, as well as some laughs and some tears …

A rising composer and songwriter returns to honor his Grounds & Sounds roots! Cole Fortier is a composer of classical music, a piano driven singer- songwriter, and a performer known for his distinctly varied musical palette and output of emotional works. He is a...

A wild collection of musical delights! Grounds & Sounds favorite James O'Malley returns with a cast of musical friends. They call themselves O'Malley's Motley Musical Revue and the nonstop musical wonders include 3 of Hearts, Femmes Enchantees, Take 2, Mountain...