The Unlikely Trio: Trisha Gene Brady, Griffin Cavendar Vann & Roman Reese

The Unlikely Trio Songwriter Series is hosted by , formerly of The Black Lillies, and brings together famed songwriters from different backgrounds and genres to swap songs and stories in a true listening room environment!

About the Artists

Griffin Cavender Vann is a singer, instrumentalist and songwriter from Knoxville, Tennessee.  As one of the founding members of the bands The Naughty Knots and Cherohala, she has had an amazing time through the years singing gorgeous tunes with her bandmates and getting to play some of the areas best venues and festivals.  Griffin’s songs are written from her heart and reflect the richness of East Tennessee and Southern culture.  She is a winner of The International Biscuit Festival songwriting competition and has the biscuit trophy to show for it!  Her love of Appalachian music and harmony singing runs deep, and her music is a genuine reflection of this love.

Roman Reese is a singer/songwriter out of Knoxville, Tennessee. He's been writing songs and singing from barstools since he was 15 years old. Before setting up shop in East Tenneessee, Reese served as an officer in the U.S. Army, and much of his music is related to his time in the service. The rest is devoted to standard barroom fare, with songs about topics ranging from liquor and the Lord to women and war. You can find his album Listen Before Dialing on all major platforms.

Host or Publisher Maple Hall