Denise La Grassa's musical journey began with childhood poem-songs that foreshadowed a career onstage. From selling her tunes door-to-door as a bold 5-year-old to setting trapeze world records as a 9th grader, her audacity was legendary. Post-college, Denise found herself immersed in Chicago's dynamic comedy and music scenes, including time as a ‘flying without a net’ cast member in the Second City Touring Company.
Decades later, Denise remains as creative and audacious as ever. With the impending release of Sundown Rising, the bluesy follow-up to her acclaimed 2023 album The Flame, she shows no signs of slowing down from her late-stage transition to full-time songwriting and performance. Her music, a fusion of blues, roots, rock, and soul, showcases her diverse influences and unmistakable style. Combined with her powerful and distinctive voice, Denise La Grassa brings a unique sound to roots music today.