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PRESS 
“With a unique, folky sound and a mature voice that speaks levels above this artist's current age, Sophia Rankin continues to bring joy to the Tucson area. Rankin’s music style is an Americana-like blend of folk, rock, and pop. With a collaborative mix of genres and a strong foundation in folk roots, Rankin’s band provides a unique blend of folk rock and alternative sounds to their original music.” ............ Live and Amplified

"With their continued success and strong fanbase, it's clear that Sophia Rankin & The Sound are poised to be one of Tucson's standout acts in 2024 and beyond"....Click button below to read full article
—Arizona Daily Star

“One of Tucson’s brightest rising stars….we’re sure she’s destined for bright lights and big stages.” ........Click button below to read full article

—Arizona Arts
 ​“smooth vocals, spiritual delivery and delicate guitar playing” .......Click button below to read full article
—Tucson Weekly

ABOUT SRS

Sophia Rankin & The Sound (SRS) is an acclaimed Alternative Folk Rock band originating from Tucson, Arizona. Front woman Sophia Rankin began performing in 2015, and has since won first-place awards at Tucson Desert Song Festival, Stefan George Songwriting competition, and 6th place at Planet Bluegrass Folks Fest for her original music. Founded in 2020, SRS now consists of Connor Rankin on drums and synth, Diego Martinez on lead guitar, and Ben Arthur Mortensen on bass and vocals. SRS has played internationally and locally, opening for acts such as Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers, The Black Moods, High Fade, Plain White T's, Jake Owen, Diamond Rio, and Ryanhood. They have performed at The Rialto Theatre, Dusk Music Festival, Tucson Folk Festival, and more while headlining shows at venues such as Hotel Congress and 191 Toole. Their unique blend of folk, pop, Americana, and rock music reveals introspective songwriting that resonates with listeners of all ages. Their original music is available on all listening platforms and services.

CONTACT 
WWW.SOPHIARANKIN.COM
​[email protected] 

INSTAGRAM: @sophiarankinandthesound
FACEBOOK: Sophia Rankin & The Sound
YOUTUBE: Sophia Rankin
TWITTER: @SophiaRankin_

DISCOGRAPHY
​​-​Natural Disaster
​-Too Close To The Riptide
-Solace
​​-​Reverie


SINGLES
-Nobody But You
​-​Cyclone
​-​Warm

-​When You're High

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MUSIC PLATFORMS
ITunes/Apple Music
Spotify
YouTube
Facebook

SUPPORTER and OPENER SETS
-Koe Wetzel
-Dylan Marlowe
​-High Fade
-Jake Owen
-Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers
​-The Black Moods
-Warrant
-Plain White T's
-Desert Fish
​-The Jons

-Jake Owen
-Diamond Rio
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Ryanhood
-Katie Haverly
-Carlos Arzate


FESTIVALS
-Dusk Music Festival
-UA Bear Down Music Festival
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-Tucson Folk Festival
-UA Spring Fling
-Sedona Red Dirt Concerts 

-Tucson Desert Song Festival
-Monsoon Music Festival
-Circus Mexicus, Sonora, Mexico

-Planet Bluegrass Rocky Mountain Folks Fest: The Wildflower, Lyons, CO
-Planet Bluegrass Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriter Competition: Top 6th Place '23 Lyons, CO
-Tubac Center for The Arts Music Series 
-Desert Botanical Garden Music Series, Phoenix, AZ



EVENTS
-Cologuard GPA Classic Concert 
-AZ Bowl NYE Bash

-UA Spring Football Showcase
-DMAFB Fouth of July Concert
-Tucson Festival of Books
-Fourth Avenue Street Fair

-Zoolights
-Tohono Chul Music Series
-Downtown 2nd Saturdays
-Pima County Fair

-SAACA Songwriter Series
-Acoustic Songwriters Arizona
-August Acoustics '23 Peoria, AZ

-Desert Botanical Garden Music Series, Phoenix, AZ


VENUES
-The Rialto Theatre
-191 Toole
-Hotel Congress

-Club Congress
-Century Room
-Monterey Court

-MSA Annex
-The Fox
-Last Exit Live, Phoenix, AZ
-Yucca Tap Room Phoenix, AZ
-The Hive Flagstaff, AZ
-Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, AZ
-Peoria Center for The Performing Arts, Peoria, AZ
-Tubac Center for The Arts, Tubac, AZ
-Wrecked at The Reef, Puerto Peñasco, Sonora MX
-Moo Bar, Puerto Peñasco, Sonora MX
-Casa Bombero, Puerto Peñasco, Sonora MX






Meet the band........SCROLL OVER IMAGES FOR INDIVIDUAL BIOS
Sophia is an award winning songwriter and a graduate of The University of Arizona Fred Fox School of Music. When she isn't writing and performing, Rankin is a grades K-5 Music Teacher. PC: Rex Scofield
Benjamin Arthur loves all things music and has an intense appreciation for musical exploration. He plays guitar, bass, drums, and piano. He’s also a talented visual artist. You can check out his work on his instagram page @Skeletallest PC: Forsythe Imaging
Connor Rankin is a graduate of the University of Arizona. Connor also runs Crankin Media and enjoys being a videographer. PC: Eyelie.mxf
Diego Martinez is a guitar/pianist who is currently studying Neuroscience at The University of Arizona. PC: Eyelie.mxf
PHOTOS
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