Uncommon Crossroads is an Americana folk rock duo based out of Tucson, Arizona, featuring the Appalachian influenced songwriting and singing of Maree Montagnini and the dynamic drumming of Michael Tarquin. Their music is folk rock in the most real sense - the melodies, ballads, and soulfulness of folk music, combined with the energy and fierceness of rock. Drawing from country, rock, folk, bluegrass, Irish, and indie inspirations, the duo breathes new life, sound, and energy into familiar songs, while tributing these genres in their own originals.

The band released its first album in the summer of 2023. Hills and Highways highlights country, rock, and folk influences. Their country single, "What If We," is popular among fans of new-old country music. "Dark Side" features the indie folk inspired solo performance of Maree. In 2024, they debuted three singles: "Jeremiah," an alt country, western murder ballad; "Muddy River," a tribute to the long-standing tradition of Delta blues, rock songs; while "Devil You Know" ventures into indie rock, outlaw country territory.

What to expect at a show? A one of a kind, spirited reinterpretation of time tested tunes, by inspirations such as Johnny Cash, Steve Earle, CCR, Tanya Tucker, Dolly Parton, as well as newer artists who carry on the tradition of Americana music: Turnpike Troubadours, Tyler Childers, Gillian Welch, Zach Bryan. You'll also hear originals tributing these artists, highlighting the genre's folk and bluegrass roots. And if the day is right, expect to dance to a few Irish tunes, original and traditional. Their music speaks best for itself.