THE VANNA PACELLA BAND

New England Music Awards’ 2025 “New Act of the Year” whose haunting voice and vulnerable songwriting charms fans who affectionately dub her the "modern Fleetwood Mac."

A vibrant young talent making impressive strides, Vanna Pacella hails from coastal Falmouth, MA, and has rapidly emerged as New England's hometown rising star. This multi-instrumentalist crafts contemporary pop/rock soundscapes that exist in the ethereal space between powerful, raw rock intensity and unvarnished human emotion, already on her way to touch the hearts of fans everywhere. Vanna's haunting layered vocals give way to expressive, cinematic keyboard solos, all underpinned by a profound, searching lyricism. It's a sound that has led devoted listeners to deem her the "modern Fleetwood Mac."

In Vanna’s work, you can hear the sonic architecture of Pink Floyd, the ghosts of Fleetwood Mac's melodic genius, the soulful grit of Bonnie Raitt, the pop sensibilities of The Police, and the candid introspection and groove of the late Mac Miller. This genre-defying fluidity makes Vanna a versatile force, comfortable moving from stripped-down songwriter showcases to full-throttle rock bills. Vanna’s sound is reminiscent of contemporary artists Sara Bareilles or Vanessa Carlton—spliced with the unmistakable swagger of classic rock and deep soul/R&B undertones. Her live sound is delivered by an expertly tight trio: Vanna helms the keys/synth bass and vocals while Tom Davis intricately weaves notes and chords on electric guitar, and the expressive Ken Dellot anchors the rhythm, ensuring a massive sound and presence for just three players.

Vanna's powerful voice and introspective lyricism have garnered a fiercely loyal fanbase across New England, backed by significant industry recognition. Her achievements include being a three-time New England Songwriting Competition winner (2025) and WINNER of the New England Music Awards “New Act of the Year” award (2025), where she also secured a finalist position in their Last Band Standing competition. Vanna's performances have lit up prominent New England venues, regularly selling out 150 cap rooms in eastern MA and pulling a crowd of 250 to her album release show in July 2025. Vanna has shared the stage with notable acts such as Rock/Blues guitarist Jax Hallow, John McEuen (Nitty Gritty Dirt Band), and viral Canadian pop/soul duo YASSiN & Sean Terrio. Notable venues performed include City Winery Boston, Soundcheck Studios (MA), The Music Room Cape Cod (MA), The Press Room (NH), Cultural Center of Cape Cod (MA), Stone Church Music Club (NH) and Stone Church (VT).

The Fallout Shelter is an all ages performance venue welcoming worldwide, world class music in an intimate setting. Our studio audience attends to watch the creation and production of the music television series The Extended Play Sessions. The Fallout Shelter events are immersive experiences for both audience and performers alike...a live music experience like no other. We are fully ADA compliant and have wheelchair access. We have a wide selection of beer and wine for your adult beverage pleasures and each show comes with a free commemorative event poster. Our doors open at 6PM. Seating is General Admission. We recommend you arrive at the time the doors open.