Uncommon Crossroads

Maree Montagnini is the songwriter and singer for the group. And it's her dream come to life. She hails from southeastern Ohio, the foothills of Appalachia, the origins of the bluegrass and folk influences in her writing and singing. Her interest in folk music sparked her passion for music of the 1960s and artists such as Peter Paul and Mary, Simon & Garfunkel, Pete Seeger, Joan Baez, to name a few. Among her musical influences are Gillian Welch, Emmylou Harris, First Aid Kit, Green Day, Social Distortion, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Johnny Cash, Steve Earle, John Prine. She's lived all over the country - Michigan, Florida, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and currently raises her six children in Tucson, Arizona.

Michael Tarquin joined the band in the Spring of 2022. He is a veteran, business owner, and future Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame Musician. You can find him around Tucson with friends and family or working security at night clubs. You’ll hear him drumming for the whole neighborhood to hear, you can spot him on the golf course or spending time with loved ones in Arizona’s beautiful desert outdoors or enjoying live music. Michael carries with him many strong music influences from pop punk, classic rock and modern hip hop music. His drumming is heavily influenced by Travis Barker, Neil Peart, Tommy Lee, and Matt Greiner. While he prides himself on speed and intricacy, maintaining groovy pocket beats is a valuable core to his drumming roots. In his 10 years of self-taught playing and growth, Michael played in multiple church groups and theaters across the country while being an active duty Marine.