Lea Marra has been writing and performing music since the age of ten. Marra studied music from Seton Hill University and has her BA in Music Therapy. Her writing inspirations derive from nature, life experiences and relationships. Marra's songwriting is influenced by music such as the Cranberries, Sierra Ferrell, Sixpence None The Richer, The Chicks, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, and The Weepies to just name a few. Marra started Lea Marra & The Dream Catchers in 2019. The band started out as an electric folk/pop/alt country band with a total of seven members. Marra had to rebuild the band in 2021 after her Sophomore album release, due to many of the members departing from LM & TDC. In that time, the Dream Catchers evolved into a string band, which currently includes mandolin, banjo, upright bass, and three part harmonies at times. The Dream Catchers adopted the genre name, “Porch Folk”. Due to many changes of the line up of the band and the sound of the music, Marra decided to change the name of the band to Lea Marra & The River Boys in 2023. Lea Marra & The River Boys are a bluegrass/folk band inspired by a vast array of genres across the board. Lea brings her strong vocals and heartfelt lyrics to the experience while the River Boys are in the whirlwind of grassy licks. Lea Marra & The River Boys have accomplished a lot in the year of 2024. They released their first album titled Ace Of Cups in March 2024, performed on many notable stages along side regional and local heroes.
Who are the River Boys? Joe Haugh- Mandolin Spencer Paul- Upright Bass/Vox Chase Franklin- Banjo/ Vox Forrest Britt- Fiddle
Cory Grinder and the Playboy Scouts more than exemplify their Playboy Scout oath of “On my honor I will do my duty to Two Step Dancers and Honky Tonkers everywhere.” The band, who play original country tunes inspired by artists like Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard, formed in the Cleveland-Akron area in 2016. Since then, the band has taken to the road and toured through half of the country. They are affectionately known for their blue bus and encouraging others to join their troop. The band has an exciting live show that is quite adaptable to any setting. They are more than at home playing dancehalls for two steppers and aren’t afraid to turn it up at a rowdy bar gig. Frontman and songwriter, Cory Grinder leads the group on guitar and fiddle with his commanding voice that pairs well with that of pedal steel player and founding member of the band, Tebbs Karney. The rhythm section of the band is well equipped with Steve Kessler on Drums and Kevin McManus on bass. Virtuoso guitarist Anthony Papaleo adds another great voice and splits fiddle duty with Grinder. Following the release of their debut album(“Cahoots and Other Favorites” - The Cory Grinder Band) in 2018, the band released two more full length albums(“Honky Tonkin’ Beauty Supreme” and “Snacks”) along with a slew of other material. The end of 2025 saw the release of their highly anticipated album, “…And More.” A 12 song record recorded to tape that is the finest offering from the group to date! The Scouts have continued to establish themselves in places across the country like Tennessee, Texas, California, and more. “We love taking our brand of country music around the nation and we sure hope you’ll join us at a show soon! Ask me for a dance!” - Cory Grinder
