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RADIO ADD DATE August 20, 2024

“Boggs and her band have what it takes to wow a crowd with their music” - Adobe & Teardrops

Paula Boggs is a force. Not merely because of her illustrious past—a resume that earned a PBS News Hour feature in March including stints as an Airborne paratrooper, a high-ranking Starbucks executive, and a prominent lawyer—but because of her relentless pursuit of music that transcends genre and speaks to the core of human experience. Her forthcoming release, Live at Sweetwater Music Hall, due out on August 23rd, is a testament to her unique artistic vision and the seamless synergy of her band. This album encapsulates the essence of a live performance that’s as raw and real as it gets, captured in one electrifying evening at the legendary Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, California.

To understand why Paula Boggs Band's live album matters, you need to grasp their sound. Described as "Soulgrass," a rich blend of bluegrass, jazz, and folk, the band's music is a melting pot of influences. It's a sound that's won them critical acclaim with the release of 2022’s Janus. The band’s vibrant, evolving sound is an amalgamation of the members. Together, they create a dynamic, layered sound that’s both deeply rooted in tradition and refreshingly innovative.

Live at Sweetwater Music Hall is more than just a live album; it's a snapshot of a band at the peak of their powers. Paula Boggs Band's journey to this point has been anything but conventional. Boggs' diverse background and unwavering commitment to her art shines through in every note. Blending genres and pushing musical boundaries while staying true to its roots marks the band’s evolution. From its debut album, Buddha State of Mind, to Janus, its music has always been about more than just entertainment. It's about storytelling, connection, and creating a space for reflection and dialogue.

As the band prepares for their fifth studio album in 2025, Live at Sweetwater Music Hall serves as a powerful marker of where they are now. It captures the joy, emotional depth, and musical prowess that define their live performances. This album isn’t just for those who were there that night; it’s for anyone who wants to experience the magic of a live show, the kind that makes you feel more connected, more hopeful, and more alive.

In a world that often feels increasingly disconnected, Paula Boggs Band offers a reminder of music’s power to bring us together. Live at Sweetwater Music Hall is a celebration of life, love, and resilience captured in one unforgettable evening. It’s an album that invites you to listen, reflect, and, most important, feel.


All lyrics FCC clean. #1 “America 2020” contains “damned”
#3 “Ponies” and #8 “Goo Goo Dolls” contain “damn”
#7 “We All Fall Down” contains “crappy”

Songs written by Paula Boggs, Boggs Media LLC, except “Get Together,” (Chet Powers, Universal Publishing Group and Irving Music, Inc. (BMI)). Recorded at Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley, California on November 5, 2023. Mixed by Nicholas Denke at Electric Muses Studio, Mountlake Terrace, Washington. Mastered by Rachel Field at Resonant Mastering, Seattle, Washington.

Paula Boggs: Vocals, Guitar, Ukulele
Tor Dietrichson: Percussion
Alex Dyring: Vocals, Bass
Jacob Evans: Drums
Darren Loucas: Vocals, Lap Steel Guitar, Guitar, Harmonica
Paul Matthew Moore: Vocals, Keyboards, Accordion
Guest Artist – Anton Patzner: Fiddle, Mandolin