"Good Part" out November 19th on Righteous Babe Records!

Sweet Petunia, composed of Mairead Guy and Maddy Simpson, are an alt folk duo based in Boston. Over the years, the duo have grown into their own as both powerful songwriters and harmonizers as well as lightning quick players, beginning every set with explosive double banjo action. Unapologetically queer and unafraid to get loud and angry, they craft music that is informed just as much by their contemporaries in Boston’s punk & DIY scene as it is steeped in rich folk tradition.

Mairead Guy is a Boston-based vocalist, banjoist, guitarist and songwriter. Their life in music began in their hometown of Richmond, VA where they grew up in a family of musicians. Their environment nurtured a deep connection to both the Old Time and Irish American pub scenes. In 2017, they moved to Boston where they earned their degree in Songwriting and Performance at Berklee College of Music. Mairead brings the same philosophy to teaching that they do to performance: that everyone on earth can be called to make a joyful noise. Through their work, they aim to foster community and empower their students to build connections with others through music.

Whatever night of the week, chances are better than not that you’ll find Maddy Simpson at the gig. Alongside her work in Sweet Petunia, She manages and performs in indie rock band Winkler, runs sound and books free community shows at historic folk venue Club Passim, and proudly identifies as a member of Boston’s thriving DIY scene. To her, music and community run hand in hand, and she is as dedicated to uplifting the incredible musicians around her as she is to carving herself a place in the industry. Most recently she has been freelance tour booking with Road Dog Booking, and curating events with her own initiative handhold - part booking collective, touring agency, and events series, handhold hopes to join the ranks of DIY organizations working to foster connection between friends new and old.