Cass Clayton Band

Cass Clayton Band exudes a passion and energy that has made them a favorite in festivals and venues across the region. Cass has made her way into the hearts of music lovers everywhere with her evocative lyrics, smoky-smooth voice and a belting vocal range that will knock you flat. Cass Clayton Band blends influences of rock, funk, soul, gospel and blues in a new way with plenty of inventive sounds and unexpected twists. Cass, along with co-writer/producer, Taylor Scott, have been praised for their unique approach to contemporary American rock and roots music. CCB’s most recent album, Play Nice, was #1 R&B Album in the U.S. for 11 weeks in 2019 and 2020 (Roots Music Report).

Cass is known for her big, soulful voice and broad vocal range that comfortably goes from Rock to R&B, Soul and edgy Country sounds alike. Early influences of old-school blues, gospel, R&B and jazz can be heard in her powerful vocal style, song choices and lyrics. Cass and co-writer Taylor Scott are an award-winning songwriting team, passionate about making sure the lyrics are the center of the song. Regardless of the genre in which Cass is singing, she feels most connected to the blues and gospel vocalist tradition. Influences include Mahalia Jackson, BB King, Elmore James, Bonnie Raitt, Susan Tedeschi, Albert King, Koko Taylor, Etta James, Nina Simone, and Aretha Franklin.