Temple Lounge Presents: Patty Pershayla and The Elijah Russ Collective

Patty PerShayla is a rarity as a combination singer and bassist, but has established herself as a stand-out performer by also perching on one leg or strutting the stage in platform heels. Originally hailing from Grand Rapids, Michigan, Patty, guitarist Lucas Powell, and drummer Dave Hempstead played hundreds of shows and racked up thousands of miles before landing in Nashville to explore new sounds. Their EP, Perpetual Motion Machine (winner of Best Rock/Pop Album at the 2024 WYCE Jammie Awards) features riff-driven rock anthems with their signature punky blues grit and a tasteful touch of twang. Always emoting for the cheap seats and boasting a big attitude, the heart of the band is PerShayla’s vocal delivery and her quirky, pointed lyrics, ready to call out injustice or just simply shout the big feelings away. 

Elijah Russ is a multi-genre musician and composer based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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