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Mama and The Ruckus is an intergenerational blues and roots project led by vocalist Melissa McKinney (Mama), featuring a fixed lineup that includes Patrick French, Owen Myers, Matt Guard, Michael Dunham, Hinton Edgerton, and Rob French. The group blends blues with soulful storytelling to explore themes of trauma, healing, hope, and resilience. Rooted in blues and soul, their sound is described as an intergenerational collaboration that bridges communities and generations through original material and dynamic live performances.