Pam Steebler / The Relevant Elephants / Sydney Franklin

New York City–based Brazilian/Canadian singer-songwriter Pam Steebler brings back the boho-chic, vintage vibe of Joss Stone with a touch of rock ‘n’ roll. Her vocal precision and the clear delivery of her lyrics are a reflection of her maturity as an artist and a person.

Formed in Boston circa 2011, the Relevant Elephants got their band name from none other than TV personality Stephen Colbert, who suggested it to vocalist/rhythm guitarist Zack Hankins during a Q&A session. Things began to fall into place shortly after that; the band used studio time won in a New England battle of the bands to cut a series of demos at Boston’s Phoenix Down Studios. These recordings caught the attention of radio stations in Argentina, the United Kingdom, and Australia as well as New York–based public relations firm Effective Immediately. The group recruited vocalist/lead guitarist Drew Lucas (Out the Window) to round out the lineup, and this new collaboration led to the group’s self-titled debut EP, released in May 2015.

Sydney Franklin was raised on the music of Mary J. Blige, Elton John, and Led Zeppelin. She is an R&B, soul, pop, and classic rock singer. She strives to bring her songs to life on stage with both power and meaning.