Frank Manzi 

From local pubs to grand concert halls, Frank Manzi has led a troubadour’s life, weaving stories of hope, heartache, and healing into song—all while displaying a passion that can only come from sharing one’s dreams through music.

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Manzi’s journey spans four decades, and like many rock ’n’ roll stories, it began in a garage band with neighborhood friends. Hailing from Western Massachusetts—a region that has nurtured musical acts such as Arlo Guthrie, Killswitch Engage, Taj Mahal, and Staind—Manzi’s early band, The Breakdown, earned national recognition and a record deal after winning MTV’s The Basement Tapes.

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After The Breakdown, Manzi carved out his own distinctive path, blending folk, blues, and Americana in a style that evokes the spirit of artists like John Mellencamp, Marshall Crenshaw, and Elvis Costello. His passion and presence have built a devoted following throughout the Northeast and earned him opening slots for rock legends such as Pat Benatar, Southside Johnny, and Richie Havens.

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From the gritty energy of NYC’s CBGBs to the storied Paradise Rock Club in Boston and Asbury Park’s iconic Stone Pony, Manzi’s performances are noted for their authenticity and everyman appeal. His international recognition was solidified with a main-stage performance at the Orsone and Bastianich Music Festival in Udine, Italy.

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Manzi is also a veteran of the American theater, starring as Richie Valens in an off-Broadway production of “The Buddy Holly Story,” along with writing and performing original music for the musical “Anthem.”

With more than a dozen acclaimed recordings to his name—and a forthcoming documentary chronicling his lifelong quest for the perfect song—Frank Manzi has established himself as a torchbearer for heartfelt, roots-driven storytelling.

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