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Sammy Rae & The Friends Bring High-Energy Jazz-Pop to Washington

9:30 CLUB in WashingtonThu, Nov 12, 2026 · 07:00 PM

Overview

Sammy Rae & The Friends is a Music / Rock / Pop event at 9:30 CLUB in Washington.

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Sammy Rae & The Friends, an American jazz-pop ensemble from Brooklyn, bring their high-energy live show to Washington. Led by singer-songwriter Samantha Bowers, the band is known for blending funk, jazz, rock, and folk into a dynamic stage presence with horns, rhythm section, and backing vocalists.

The group, formed in 2016, has built a strong following through sold-out shows and festival appearances, including a two-night sold-out stand at Washington's 9:30 Club in 2024. Their debut studio album *Something for Everybody* dropped in September 2024 via Nettwerk.

Opening the night is Melt, setting the stage for an evening of audience participation and ensemble interplay. Expect a community atmosphere as the band delivers a setlist drawn from their EPs and albums, including their surprise covers album *Songs We Wish We Wrote*.

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Expect a high-energy show with audience participation and ensemble interplay.
The band features horns, rhythm section, and backing vocalists.
Doors and show times are listed separately; plan accordingly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the band's musical style?

Sammy Rae & The Friends blend jazz, soul, rock, and pop with influences from funk and folk, often compared to classic big-band rock acts.

Who are the current band members?

The lineup includes Sammy Rae (lead vocals), C-Bass Chiriboga (drums), James Quinlan (bass), Will Leet (guitar), Debbie Tjong (keyboards), Max Zooi (tenor sax), and Kellon Reese (alto sax).

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