THE JUICY GRAPES
In a word: juicy
The Juicy Grapes serve up a soul-drenched, funk-fueled dance party — where vintage grooves meet rock grit and sultry harmonies. With two decades of shows under their belt, they've earned a devoted following through high-energy performances at legendary venues and beloved music festivals alike, sharing the stage with acts like The Village People, Strangefolk, and The Meters.
Led by powerhouse vocalist Tara, the band blends funk, rock, soul, and jazz into a sound that's instantly infectious and impossible to stand still to. The Juicy Grapes are all about one thing: good vibes that move you.
Styles
- •Funk
- •Soul
- •1970s Rock
- •Blues
- •Mellow Groove
Members
- Tara Connolly: Vocals
- Joe Tripuzzi: Bass
- Bruce Hammer: Drums
- Dave Robicheau: Guitar
- Chris Strange: Keyboards
- Mike Strange: Trumpet
- Tim Veeder: Sax
Media Reach
884
followers
278
followers
200
monthly streams
Venues / Festivals
- •Live at Five Stamford
- •Mercury Lounge
- •The Wetlands
- •Toad's Place
- •Fairfield Theatre Company
- •The Stone Pony
- •Arlene's Grocery
- •Infinity Hall
- •Gathering of the Vibes Festival
- •Strangecreek Music Festival
- •Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
PRESS
MIKE HORYCZUN – THE NORWALK HOUR
"If Norwalk has a band that can be considered a music institution, my vote goes to The Juicy Grapes."
FAIRFIELD WEEKLY
"Juicy Grapes take the stage with their sex and sax approach to funking it up. There's lead singer Tara, in front with her fetching golden locks and a sweet hippie sensibility… They're a magnet for anyone wanting to wiggle the night away"
UPSTATELIVE.COM – GET STRANGE AT STRANGECREEK
"With over 60 musical acts, UpstateLIVE has broken it down to FIVE acts you need to see at StrangeCreek: The Hornitz, Wild Adriatic, Eastbound Jesus, The Primate Fiasco and The Juicy Grapes."
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