original Americana folk rock
The Band
Uncommon Crossroads performs as a 4 person band - lead and harmony vocals, lead and rhythm guitars, bass, and percussion.
Maree Montagnini, lead singer and songwriter
Bryce J Rodgers, bass
Collin Gates, lead guitar on both classical and steel string, as well as vocalist
Michael Tarquin, percussion
Maree Montagnini, songwriter, lead vocals, guitar
Maree Montagnini is the primary songwriter and singer for the group. And it's her dream come to life. She hails from southeastern Ohio, essentially Appalachia... which explains the bluegrass and folk influences in her writing and singing. From there, she discovered the folk singers of the 1960s and will always have a special place in her heart for Peter Paul and Mary, Simon & Garfunkel, Pete Seeger, Joan Baez, just to name a few. She's lived all over the country, from Michigan, to Florida, to New Mexico, Philadelphia, and now Arizona. Hugely influenced by Gillian Welch, Emmylou Harris, First Aid Kit, Green Day, Social Distortion, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Johnny Cash, Steve Earle, John Prine, the Black Keys and probably too many others to name. When she isn't working on new songs, she's probably hanging out with her five kids!
James Collin Gates, vocals & lead guitar
James Collin Gates was born in Lawrenceville, GA and has lived in Phoenix, AZ most of his life. He discovered UCR on one fateful evening in Bisbee and has since joined the band on lead guitar and vocals. Playing finger style classical guitar and flat picking steel stringed acoustics while singing harmonies has become his forte.
Influenced by a variety of folk/western/Irish artists, he’s passionate about learning and arranging old tunes from past times. Other hobbies include motorcycling, fitness, and playing cards.
Bryce J. Rogers, vocals, bass
Bryce J. Rogers is a performing songwriter, ranging from Folk & Americana to Pop & Rock. Many of his original songs are featured in the band's regular sets. He sings both lead and back up with Uncommon Crossroads and plays bass for the group.
“Bryce represents a new generation of Tucson troubadours. Rather than settle into a singular, comfortable musical space, the songwriter is constantly adapting to bring a new listening experience to the raw core of his folk music.” -Jonathan Frahm. As well as original songs, Rogers has a wide range of cover music under his belt, from classics like Niel Young, Elvis, The Beatles, and The Grateful Dead, to modern hits from Green Day, John Mayer, Mumford & Sons, and Nahko Bear.
Michael Tarquin, percussion
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 mellow-drama theaters across the country while being an active duty Marine.
Show Schedule
Sky Bar Tucson, Jan 13. 9-12am
Tap and Bottle (Maree & Collin at Dolly Hoot), Jan. 19, 7pm
The Social Club Bisbee, Jan. 20, 9-midnight
Firetruck Brewing, Grant Rd, Jan 27, 6-8pm
Plaza de Anza Tubac, Feb 4, noon-2pm,
Jackrabbit Lounge Tucson, Feb 10, 7:30-9:30,
The Hitching Post Bisbee, Feb 24, 8-11pm
Bisbee Saturday Market, Feb. 25,9am-1pm
Corbett Brewing Tucson, 3/4, 7:30-10:30
Mescals Benson, 3/10, 8-midnight
Firetruck Brewing Grant Rd, 3/17, 6-8pm
Jackrabbit Lounge, 3/24, 7:30-9:30
Bisbee Saturday Market, 4/8, 9-1pm
The Social Club Bisbee, 4/14, 9-midnight
Bisbee Grand Hotel, 4/15, 9-midnight
Yucca Tap Room w/ Sunny Gable, Tempe, 4/20, 8-11pm
House of Bards w/ Free Range Buddhas, Tucson, 4/23, 6pm
The Rhythm Room w/ Free Range Buddhas, Phoenix, 4/24, 7pm
Jackrabbit Lounge, 4/28, 7:30-9:30pm
Catalina Brewing, 5/6, time TBA
Jackrabbit Lounge, 5/12, 7:30-9:30pm
Sky Bar, 5/26, 9-midnight
Uncommon Crossroads has played at some great venues and looking forward to more!
Thanks for having us!
Bisbee Social Club, AZ
Corbett Brewing, Tucson, AZ
Banditos, Rocky Point, Mex
Pho Cao, Phoenix, AZ
St. Elmo's Bar, Bisbee AZ
The Bisbee Grand Hotel, Bisbee, AZ
The Landing, Tucson AZ
Sky Bar, Tucson AZ
Tubac Jack's, Tubac AZ
Harbottle Brewing, Tucson AZ
Chicago Bar, Tucson AZ
Borderlands Brewing, Tucson AZ
Rockabilly Grill, Tucson AZ
Edge Bar, Tucson AZ
Arizona Hops and Vines, Sonoita, AZ
Thunder Canyon Brewery, Tucson AZ
Jackrabbit Lounge, Tucson AZ
The Gardens at Bear Canyon, Tucson AZ
Firetruck Brewing, Tucson AZ
High Five Grill, Marana AZ
Button Brewing, Marana AZ
Crooked Tooth Brewing, Tucson AZ
Catalina Brewing, Marana, AZ
Abe's Old Tumacaori Bar, Tumacaori, AZ
Mescal's Bar and Grill, Benson AZ
St. Charles Tavern, South Tucson AZ
Pima County Fair
House of Bards, Tucson AZ
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