discography
The Grass Gypsys are amazing talents to witness. Colleen Rusconi’s voice truly moves people, and her engaging stage presence draws in listeners and opens their hearts. The acoustic guitar playing of Justin Kleya is dynamic, energetic, and visits so many points on the “style” spectrum; each new song is fresh, vibrant, and breathing with emotional intensity.
Then there is the story and the songs, which in their case, is one in the same. These are songs of experience, of desires manifest: love songs. Two musician friends form a duo, discover their true love for one another, and trade in their day-to-day, 9-5, music at night lifestyle for an “old school” motor-home and the open road. They travel from town to town like troubadours of old, spreading their tales laden with love, hope, adventure, excitement, and joy in the experience of life, opening hearts and minds along the way. The Grass Gypsys have been described as “…a joy to witness…” “…Soul and serenity…” and “...consummate musicians, incorporating folk, jazz, blues, and world music.”
“Peace begins when one truly discovers
what they need.”
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Legends, Myths and Fairytales
copywrite 2006
on Sale NOW @ CDBaby
collaboration featuring songs written by The Grass Gypsys and singer/songwriter Nicolas Despo. Tracks also feature Amy Castner of Compass Rose on the fiddle.
Other Recordings
featuring The Grass Gypsys
hit single
“Keep Walking”
written for The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation 3-Day Walk, features Justin Kleya on the Mandolin and Colleen Rusconi on backing vocals
We are also available for private parties and add new life to old jazz favorites!
“Legends, Myths, and Fairytales”, the debut album from The Grass Gypsys, is a depiction of self-discovery, realization, and love, love, love! Listening opens your heart and mind to the joys of life experience and the limitless possibilities each new day has to offer. All songs written by Colleen Rusconi and Justin Kleya. Recorded by Richard Marr, of Galaxy Park Studios. Album art/design by robyn jean. Photography by Rick Scatino. Buy it at shows or visit www.cdbaby.com for more info.
2 Colors
Legends, Myths & Fairytales
Legends, Myths & Fairytales
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar, slide guitar
Just One Kiss
Legends, Myths & Fairytales
Legends, Myths & Fairytales
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar, bass guitar
Down River
Legends, Myths & Fairytales
Legends, Myths & Fairytales
Colleen Rusconi- vocals
Justin Kleya- acoustic guitar
Chris Chitoraus - guitar
Enriquo, drums
Brian O’Connell- bass
Other track recording info:
I Cannot Stand the Gloom
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - bass guitar
Nathan “No Sleep” Okite - electric gutiar
The Country Song
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar
Beacon of Light
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - guitar
Joel Ockenheim - piano
Acapella Antarctica - choir
Intention to Bliss
Colleen Rusconi - vocals, acoustic guitar
Justin Kleya - electric guitar
The Well Song
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar &
slide guitar
I Cannot Stand the Gloom
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - bass guitar
Nathan “No Sleep” Okite - electric gutiar
The Country Song
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar
Beacon of Light
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - guitar
Joel Ockenheim - piano
Acapella Antarctica - choir
Intention to Bliss
Colleen Rusconi - vocals, acoustic guitar
Justin Kleya - electric guitar
The Well Song
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar &
slide guitar
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Lessons From Eden
copywrite 2008
The new album from The Grass Gypsys, “Lessons From Eden”, is a fresh, energetic collection of original songs chronicling a year on the road of traveling making music. From the first track, listeners are drawn into a vivid world of lush imagery, heart lifting experience, and inspirational awakenings. All songs written by Colleen Rusconi and Justin Kleya. Album art/design by Sven-Erik Seaholm. Photography by Sue White. Tracks were recorded & mixed by Jeff Chitouras in Lexington, MA (one track live from Crossroads Coffeehouse, Acton, MA) and by Sven-Erik Seaholm in La Mesa, CA.
The Seed
Lessons From Eden
Lessons From Eden
recorded & mixed by Jeff Chitouras
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar
& bass guitar
& bass guitar
Travelin’ Song
Lessons From Eden
Lessons From Eden
recorded & mixed by Jeff Chitouras
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - guitar
Dreamcatcher
Lessons From Eden
Lessons From Eden
recorded & mixed by Jeff Chitouras
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar
Other track recording info:
Just Passing Through
recorded & mixed by Jeff Chitouras
Colleen Rusconi - vocals, backing vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar, bass guitar
Matter, Water, Moon & Stars
recorded live & mixed by Jeff Chitouras
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar
The Other Side of the Dirt
recorded & mixed by Sven-Erik Seaholm
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - backing vocals,
acoustic guitar
Amy Castner - backing vocals, violin
Nicolas Despo - backing vocals,
acoustic guitar
Can’t Get Next to You
recorded & mixed by Sven-Erik Seaholm
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar
Take Me Away
recorded & mixed by Sven-Erik Seaholm
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar
Amy Castner - backing vocals
All is Love
recorded & mixed by Sven-Erik Seaholm
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar
Lessons From Eden
recorded & mixed by Jeff Chitouras
Colleen Rusconi - vocals
Justin Kleya - acoustic guitar