Vermont native Grace Potter learned to play piano from her mother at a young age. As a kid she sang in school choirs and performed in regional theater festivals. While attending the St. Lawrence University in 2002, Potter met drummer Matt Burr at an open-mic performance and the two started to see each other romantically. Joined by bassist Courtright Beard and guitarist Scott Tournet, they formed the Nocturnals.
In 2010, the group dropped a self-titled album featuring the singles “Tiny Light” and “Paris (Ooh La La),” both of which showcased Potter’s passionate, powerhouse rock vocals. “Some fans defended it and some were really upset about it,” Potter said in an interview with Men’s Health regarding the album’s sexual overtones, which she sees as full of wit and humor. “And I really want that discussion to continue, because I think it’s fascinating that with a woman, that’s something that everyone notices. But if Mick Jagger, Steven Tyler, Robert Plant or Rod Stewart decide to amp up their look for the night, it’s not like they’ll get an inbox full of complaints.”
In May 2013, unbeknownst to the general public, Potter married Nocturnal drummer Matt Burr in the Caribbean. In August 2015, Potter released a solo album, Midnight. See her perform her new solo material and your favorite Nocturnal songs live on January 30th at ACL Live.
Grace Potter w/ Eliza Hardy Jones
Saturday, January 30th
Doors: 6:30pm
All ages
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