Singer

Songwriter

Sammy Rae & The Friends, a collective of dreamers and artists, consider themselves a family first. This all-for-one and one-for-all camaraderie ignites their unforgettable live shows, serving as a catharsis for both the musicians and their fervent audience. Fronted by singer/songwriter Sammy Rae, the group has honed their craft through years of touring, flourishing in any spotlight with their signature blend of palpable chemistry, deft virtuosity, and vocal fireworks. Their sound, a unique mélange of classic rock, folk, funk, soul, and jazz, has attracted thousands of new fans in recent years.

Sammy Rae's journey began when she moved to NYC from Connecticut in her early 20s. Without a built-in peer group, she created her own: the literal and proverbial Friends. She ensured that her audience felt like part of the family too. This inclusive approach has led to a series of successful EPs, including "The Good Life" (2018) and "Let's Throw a Party" (2021), and sold-out shows across North America, the UK, and Europe. High-profile festival sets at events like Bonnaroo, Sound on Sound, and Green River Fest have further solidified their reputation.

As they prepare for the release of their long-awaited debut full-length album in 2024, Sammy Rae & The Friends have come to represent more than just a band; they are a full-on movement embraced by a refreshingly diverse clientele.

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Sammy Rae & The Friends

Kansas City Power & Light District

The Music of Crosby, Stills and Nash is the 19th annual "Music Of" benefit. 100% of net proceeds go towards music education for underserved youth. The all-star lineup includes Shawn Colvin, Steve Earle, Neal Francis, Guster, Iron & Wine, Sarah Jarosz, Rickie Lee Jones, Joseph, Taylor Meier (of Caamp), A.C. Newman, Aoife O’Donovan, Grace Potter, Sammy Rae, Real Estate, Todd Rundgren, Yola, and Music Will.

The Music of Crosby, Stills, and Nash

Carnegie Hall

Fronted by singer and songwriter Sammy Rae, the group flourishes in any spotlight with a combination of all-for-one and one-for-all camaraderie, palpable chemistry, deft virtuosity, and vocal fireworks. Their sound is a mélange of Sammy’s influences, rooted in classic rock, folk, and funk and sprinkled with soul and jazz. Complete with a rhythm section, two saxophones, keyboards, and plenty of percussion, Sammy Rae & The Friends have delivered their high-energy, spirited, and unrestrained shows to sold-out audiences in the Northeast and beyond, including Terminal 5 in NYC, two consecutive nights at the Boston Royal, 9:30 Club in DC, Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, The Showbox in Seattle, the Cannery Ballroom in Nashville, and many more. NPR Music, the Boston Globe and American Songwriter alike have dubbed her an artist to watch in 2022. 


Sammy Rae &  The Friends

The Center

For as much as Sammy Rae & The Friends may be a band, this collective of dreamers and artists considers themselves a family first. Fronted by singer/songwriter Sammy Rae, the group blends classic rock, folk, funk, soul and jazz.

Singer, Songwriter

Sammy Rae

Events

Upcoming events

Feb 18, 2027

Sammy Rae & The Friends – the GET DOWN! · Basilica Hudson

Past events

Oct 25, 2024

Sammy Rae & The Friends · The Midland Theatre

May 13, 2024

The Music of Crosby, Stills, and Nash · Carnegie Hall

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