About us.
The musicians of Silent Legacy are highly experienced and well-versed in a variety of genres of music. The versatility and professionalism of each member of Silent Legacy has allowed the creation of a one a kind performance, encapsulating the true spirit of the music of Melissa Etheridge. Trust in our expertise to achieve an experience of the real thing for each member of the audience.
Our Amazing Band
Our musicians are highly experienced and well-versed in the music of Melissa Etheridge. Trust in our expertise to put on a polished, exciting performance.
Lead Singer & Acoustic Guitar
Tara Graves
Get ready to be blown away by Tara Graves, the talented lead singer performing as Melissa Etheridge. She will electrify you with her raspy vocals and notable rhythms on her Ovation 12-string guitar.
Tara’s first memory of music is that of Etheridge, which inspired her to pick up the guitar as a child and begin learning her songs. She has played the music scene of Western New York and Pennsylvania for almost 2 decades. Her most notable project, is her award winning band, Ion Sky, to which she co-created and has maintained since 2010. Tara’s dedication to Etheridge’s music will ensure a commendable performance.
Lead Guitar & Backup Vocals
Barry Edwards
Be prepared to be taken back by the leads Barry Edwards provides Silent Legacy. Capturing the appropriate sound and styles on all of your favorite Melissa Etheridge songs.
Barry has been playing guitar since 1971 and has been performing with bands since 1974. He plays and teaches several different string instruments. His musical career took him to Boston, Massachusetts, where he played and toured with multiple bands for 26 years. Barry has also recorded and continues to record projects for Indie labels. His passion for music drives him to continue to challenge himself and experiment with new genres of music.
Bass Guitar & Backup Vocals
Jack Pasquale
In the rhythm section, Jack Pasquale is our bassist extraordinaire. Jack captures the heart and soul behind the intricate bass lines that are the Melissa Etheridge catalog.
Jack is a long time veteran of the local music scene. Jack began playing bass around 1975, after being inspired by friends who were musicians and the music of the time, including Motown, British Rock and American Blues. Jack has played with many local bands over the years and has collaborated with various artists on original music as well.
Jack currently serves as the bassist for Ion Sky, and has played bass with the band since the end of 2019 and has become an award winning bassist along with his bandmates in 2023, as Ion Sky was voted Best Local Band in the Post-Journal/Observer Best of the Best Readers Choice poll. Jack’s influences and work ethic, mixed with his passion for music and talent make him the perfect fit on bass for Silent Legacy.
Drums & Backup Vocals
Bradley Heath
Rounding out the rhythm section, on drums is Bradley Heath. Heath gives 110% every time he gets behind the kit and is sure to properly emulate the beats of the Melissa Etheridge discography.
Bradley got his start in music in an unconventional way, experimenting with the drums occasionally at a friends house in the early 2000’s, and then years later acquiring that same drum set where he played in each seasons harsh elements in the upstairs of the garage whenever he got the chance. Bradley began his drumming career in bands back in 2012, and has performed with various groups in the time since.
Bradley currently serves as the drummer for Ion Sky and has been their drummer since late 2019. Bradley, along with his incredible bandmates are award winning musicians, as they were voted Best Local Band in the 2023 Post-Journal/Observer Best of the Best Readers Choice poll. With heavy influences in Rock ‘N’ Roll, and inspiration from many different genres, Bradley is eager to capture the soul and spirit of the Melissa Etheridge catalog with Silent Legacy.
Playlist
Silent Legacy performs many of the hits, classics and the songs of today that Melissa Etheridge performs.
- Come to My Window
- Silent Legacy
- Ain’t it Heavy
- No Souvenirs
- Similar Features
- Lucky
- All American Girl
- Angels Would Fall
- Resist
- If I Wanted To
- I Will Never Be The Same
- Refugee
- I’m the Only One
- Skin Deep
- Like the Way I Do
- Bring Me Some Water
- Chrome Plated Heart
- Lover Please
- Must Be Crazy For Me
- My Back Door
- Let Me Go
- You Can Sleep While I Drive
- You Used to Love To Dance
- Brave and Crazy
- Dance Without Sleeping
- I Want To Come Over
- Ruins
- Your Little Secret
- Nowhere To Go
- Enough Of Me
- Breathe
- Meet Me in the Back