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SONGWRITERS

2026 SIP NAPA SONGWRITERS

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    Alyssa Bonagura

    “SIP FIRST TIMER”

    Alyssa Bonagura is a songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist who has spent the past decade fine-tuning a sound that reaches far beyond her Nashville roots. Alyssa — a lifelong road warrior who spent her infancy aboard a tour bus, recorded a duet with Kenny Rogers at 10 years old, received her college diploma from Sir Paul McCartney, and currently balances her critically-acclaimed solo career with an ongoing gig writing songs for Jessie James Decker, Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler, and others.

    SIP NAPA 2026, Alyssa will be making her SIP debut and we are thrilled to welcome her to the fam!

    ALYSSA’S WEBSITE

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    David Ryan Harris

    “A WORLD WIDE ATLANTA LEGEND”

    David Ryan Harris is an Atlanta native who is undeniably one of the most gifted singers, songwriters and musicians to ever come out of Georgia. DRH has written songs for Tedeschi Trucks, Marc Broussard, Hootie & the Blowfish and more while also touring the world as both an accomplished solo artist and with his long time friend/collaborator John Mayer. With a voice that seems almost otherworldly and guitar work that makes even the best musicians stop and take notice David Ryan is a blessing to have on any SIP line up.

    DAVID RYAN’S WEBSITE

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    Django Walker

    “TEXAS TROUBADOUR”

    Django Walker is an All Time SIP Favorite who has penned songs for not only himself but for Jimmy Buffett, Alabama & Pat Green. Django is a life long Texas Touring Troubadour who’s quick wit and endearing stage presence can win over any crowd, anywhere. A SIP with Django in the line up is always a better SIP!

    DJANGO’S WEBSITE

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    Eric Paslay

    “EVEN IF IT BREAKS YOUR HEART”

    Eric Paslay is one of Nashville’s most gifted hitmakers with a laundry list of songs recorded by some of Music City’s most successful acts. Eric’s talent goes far beyond just being a songwriter as he is also an incredible artist in his own right with adoring fans in both the US & Europe. Eric’s songs include “Even If It Breaks Your Heart”, “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” & many many others.

    ERIC’S WEBSITE

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    Jeff Trott

    “A SONGWRITING LEGEND”

    Award winning songwriter and producer, and SIP “newcomer”, Jeff Trott is an absolutely legendary music maker. Jeff has collaborated with, produced, or written songs for some of the world’s biggest artists like Sheryl Crow, Stevie Nicks, Joe Cocker, and more. We are thrilled to have Jeff join us for hist first ever SIP NAPA and cannot wait to hear him play his own versions of some of his classic songs.

    JEFF’S WEBSITE

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    James Otto

    “BIG SONGS, BIGGER VOICE”

    Nashville's James Otto is a Music City legend as both a singer & songwriter thanks to his three decade plus track record of producing hits as both. As a songwriter James has written hits for/with Jamey Johnson ("In Color"), Zac Brown Band ("No Hurry") & Chris Janson ("Holding Her") while as an artist James has found radio success with songs like "Just Got Started Lovin' You", "Groovy Little Summer Song" & more.

    JAMES’ WEBSITE

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    Kristian Bush

    “ALL MUSIC, ALL THE TIME”

    Kristan Bush is probably best known for being one half of Grammy winning country duo Sugarland, but the truth is Sugarland is only a fraction of the music KB writes, records, produces and tours behind. Kristian’s successes include countless hits with the aforementioned Sugarland, a successful solo career, a number of incredible touring bands & production credits for Megan Moroney, Little Big Town and even SIP’s Lauren Jenkins.

    KRISTIAN’S WEBSITE

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    Lauren Jenkins

    “A VOICE YOU CAN’T IGNORE”

    Lauren Jenkins is a Fort Worth, Texas native who has one of those beautifully unmistakable voices that makes you believe every single word she is singing. Lauren, who has toured the US, & Europe, with Lady A, Eric Paslay & even Willie Nelson and the Family Band, is currently working on a brand new studio album produced by SIP Family member, Kristian Bush, which means there are a lot of good things ahead for LJ.

    LAUREN’S WEBSITE

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    Levi Lowrey

    “MELODY MAKER”

    Levi Lowrey is a singer, songwriter, guitar player and fiddle master from the small town of Dacula, Georgia. Levi has been both a headliner and side man during his twenty plus year career with stints opening & touring with Zac Brown Band, Yesterday’s Wine & many more. Although Levi has written hits for others, including the #1 hit “Colder Weather” for ZBB, the SIP Family is happiest when we hear the songs he has written for his own projects, like the beautiful “Light of Dawn” and the always fun “All American”.

    LEVI’S WEBSITE

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    Patrick Davis

    “SIP’S FEARLESS LEADER”

    Singer-Songwriter, Artist & SIP Founder Patrick Davis has a long track record of songwriting success with songs recorded by artist ranging from Jimmy Buffett & Jewel to Guy Clark & Morgan Wallen. PD has a national PBS series called “Southern Songwriters w/ Patrick Davis”, a large touring outfit he calls “Patrick Davis & His Midnight Choir” and a brand new album called “Carolina When I Die”, which includes guest appearances by Branford Marsalis, Edwin McCain & Darius Rucker.

    PATRICK’S WEBSITE

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