WOW. What a day!
Our little garden was filled with music, laughter, great food, and so much love. Three bands, a port-a-let, and a whole lotta community! Our Garden Party is growing, and our hearts are overflowing with gratitude.
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Rain, Rainbows & Bubble Warriors
Some of the best concert days aren't the ones with perfect sunshine—they're the ones that remind us music can brighten any sky.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at the Goodale Park Music Series. We had a…
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Getting By With a Little Help From Our Friends 🎶
The ladies of Gathering Stars—Michelle, Steph, and Carole—had an absolute blast rocking out at the new home of Sonic Lounge! Along with our percussionist Johnny Polansky, we had a total blast bringing the energy to the room. We were…
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Happy Hour, Happy Hearts & Happy 4th! 🎶✨
What a wonderful way to kick off the holiday weekend!
A huge THANK YOU to all of our lovely friends, fans, and members of the Sparkle Squad who joined us at Dick's Den for Happy Hour on July 3rd…
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🌟 Thank You, Andy Downing, for Celebrating A Day In The Life 🌟
We are so grateful to Andy Downing at Matter News for this wonderfully written reflection on our new album, A Day In The Life. Andy beautifully captured the heart of what we hoped to share through this record —…
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A Day in the Life
New Album availble May 1st
We are thrilled to present "A Day in the Life," a vibrant collection of songs that beautifully captures the moments that shape our lives and our community. This album is a heartfelt journey through the hours, weeks, and seasons we share together, highlighting the interconnected experiences that unify us all.
A Day in the Life
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Gathering Stars “A Day In The Life” Side One A Day In The Life Key Of Love Misery Thanks No Thanks Security Highs and Lows Side Two Moving In Place Constellation Fairy Tales Pay Attention To The Signs Our Best Days P Read more
Gathering Stars “A Day In The Life”
Side One A Day In The Life Key Of Love Misery Thanks No Thanks Security Highs and Lows
Side Two Moving In Place Constellation Fairy Tales Pay Attention To The Signs Our Best Days
P & C 2026 Gathering Stars Band. All rights reserved. www.gatheringstarsband.com
This album is dedicated to our friends, family and community with love and gratitude for your continued support. We appreciate you so much!
Michelle Ishida- vocals/keys, Stephanie Sambroak- vocals/flute, Carole Walker- vocals, Bill Patrick- guitar, Jeff Plavcan- bass, Los Giles- drums, Johnny Polansky-percussion. Elisa Nicolas-strings on Misery, Highs and Lows, Pay Attention To The Signs.
Recorded by Keith Hanlon at Secret Studio and Ohio University student sessions (A Day In The Life, Thanks No Thanks, Moving In Place) with vocals tracked at Meadowlark Studio. Our Best Days was recorded by Los, Elisa and Michelle. Mixed by Elisa Nicolas. Mastered by Scott Gorsuch and Ronan Chris Murphy (Constellation and Key Of Love).
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Day In The Life 4:320:00/4:32
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Key Of Love 3:310:00/3:31
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Misery 3:350:00/3:35
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Thanks No Thanks 4:020:00/4:02
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Security 3:040:00/3:04
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Highs And Lows 2:570:00/2:57
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Moving In Place 4:450:00/4:45
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Constellations 4:250:00/4:25
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Fairy Tales 3:420:00/3:42
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0:00/3:51
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Our Best Days 4:480:00/4:48
About Gathering Stars
Original Indie Soul from Columbus, Ohio
Michelle Ishida-vox/keys, Carole Walker-vox/ac gtr, Stephanie Sambroak-vox/flute, Bill Patrick-guitar, Jeff Plavcan-bass, Los Giles-drums, Johnny polansky-percussion
Hailing from Columbus, Ohio, Gathering Stars is a dynamic 7-piece ensemble delivering a rich blend of original soul and groove. Known for their infectious rhythms, powerful lyrics, and beautifully crafted songs, the band creates a sound that moves both the heart and the feet.
Combining the deep roots of classic soul with fresh, modern arrangements, Gathering Stars brings a high-energy, emotionally charged live experience that resonates with audiences of all kinds. Each member contributes their own flavor to the group’s signature sound — a fusion of tight grooves, heartfelt storytelling, and uplifting musicality.
Whether on stage or in the studio, Gathering Stars shines with authenticity, passion, and a shared love for music that connects people.
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A Day in the Life - CD
A Day In the Life didn’t arrive all at once. It was gathered and shaped over time in a process that reflects Gathering Stars at their core: collaborative, intuitive, and deeply human. A true songwriter collective, the band Read more
A Day In the Life didn’t arrive all at once. It was gathered and shaped over time in a process that reflects Gathering Stars at their core: collaborative, intuitive, and deeply human.
A true songwriter collective, the band built these songs together, passing ideas back and forth, reshaping and refining them without ego. What mattered was honesty. If a song needed to be taken apart to get closer to something real, they did it.
That openness led them into deeper emotional territory. The album leans into doubt, connection, longing, and resilience without flinching. These are songs that sit with feeling, not just describe it, creating a record that feels lived in and quietly powerful.
Rooted in years of shared history in the Columbus music scene, the band brought a natural trust into the studio. That foundation allowed for risk, spontaneity, and moments of unexpected clarity that helped define the record.
In the end, A Day In the Life is a collection of emotional snapshots, woven together with care. It is not just a record of songs, but a reflection of connection, between bandmates and with anyone willing to listen.
$12.00
Time - CD
Free Shipping. Digital album download included with purchase! About the album: Time is the culmination of work begun in 2018 that the band kept working on during lockdown and finished at the end of 2022. During the Read more
Free Shipping. Digital album download included with purchase! About the album: Time is the culmination of work begun in 2018 that the band kept working on during lockdown and finished at the end of 2022. During the pandemic, time felt suspended but suddenly a year would have passed and then we’d begin another year living in a bubble. We limited our contact with the broader population, reckoned with mortality, passed the time and became acutely aware of who the most important people were to us.
The songs on the record are a time capsule of stories about what each writer was feeling or experiencing during the 4 year pandemic period. Themes explored are the passing of time, loss, separation, healing, survival, renewal, hope, transformation and on a lighter note- a pandemic Tinder date with a trapeze artist.
Musicians on the album: Michelle Ishida- vocals and key Carole Walker- vocals Stephanie Sambroak- vocals and flute Bill Patrick- guitars Jeff Plavcan- bass Los Giles- drums Johnny Polansky- percussion Carlton Smith- drums Mike Sambroak-bass Kevin Grapski- bass The Huntertones, Dan White- sax, Jon Lampley- trumpet, Chris Ott- trombone
Audio Engineers: Fred Blitzer, Elisa Nicolas, Cole Ishida, Scott Gorsuch Artwork: Benjamin Lamb, Brad Hoehne, Michelle Ishida
$12.00
Time - Vinyl
12" Vinyl of our debut album "Time". Shipping is free and you also get a free digital download of the album upon purchase! Time is the culmination of work begun in 2018 that the band kept working on during lockdown and Read more
12" Vinyl of our debut album "Time". Shipping is free and you also get a free digital download of the album upon purchase!
Time is the culmination of work begun in 2018 that the band kept working on during lockdown and finished at the end of 2022. During the pandemic, time felt suspended but suddenly a year would have passed and then we’d begin another year living in a bubble. We limited our contact with the broader population, reckoned with mortality, passed the time and became acutely aware of who the most important people were to us.
The songs on the record are a time capsule of stories about what each writer was feeling or experiencing during the 4 year pandemic period. Themes explored are the passing of time, loss, separation, healing, survival, renewal, hope, transformation and on a lighter note- a pandemic Tinder date with a trapeze artist.
The first single from the album is Trapeze, a song inspired by a friend’s pandemic Tinder date with a trapeze artist.
Musicians on the album: Michelle Ishida- vocals and key Carole Walker- vocals Stephanie Sambroak- vocals and flute Bill Patrick- guitars Jeff Plavcan- bass Los Giles- drums Johnny Polansky- percussion Carlton Smith- drums Mike Sambroak-bass Kevin Grapski- bass The Huntertones, Dan White- sax, Jon Lampley- trumpet, Chris Ott- trombone
Audio Engineers: Fred Blitzer, Elisa Nicolas, Cole Ishida, Scott Gorsuch Artwork: Benjamin Lamb, Brad Hoehne, Michelle Ishida
$30.00
Gathering Stars Baseball Tee
Gray and black unisex baseball tee with Gathering Stars Logo. Soft and comfy!
$25.00
Crew Neck Tshirt
This is a unisex cotton poly blend super soft t-shirt that feels great. Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL Hand screen printed in Michelle's art studio. Free shipping and you will receive a digital download of the new album upon purchase!
$25.00
Vneck Tshirt
This is a unisex cotton poly blend super soft t-shirt that feels great.
Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL
Hand screen printed in Michelle's art studio.
Free shipping and you will receive a digital download of the new album upon purchase!
$25.00
Tie Dye Top
Tie Dye Flowy Top with our Gathering Stars Logo or one of Michelle's silkscreen designs. (Tree, Owl, Giraffe) These tops are so cute with cut out shoulders and also make a great beach cover up. Size: One Size Fits All (very roomy and flowy)
$25.00
Bucket Hat
Black Bucket Hat with Gathering Stars Logo Patch. One size fits most (medium). Hand screen printed in Michelle's art studio. Free shipping and you will receive a digital download of the Time album upon purchase!
$20.00
Eco Tote Bag
Eco friendly tote bag made from recycled jeans! Reversible - One side is printed with Gathering Stars logo and the other is stars. Hand screen printed in Michelle's art studio. Free Shipping. Digital album download included with purchase!
$15.00
Drawstring Back Pack
Reversible Draw String Back Pack - one side is Gathering Stars logo and the other is stars. Hand screen printed in Michelle's art studio. Free shipping. Digital album download included with purchase!
$15.00
Drink Koozie
The coolest drink koozie at the party! Hand screen printed in Michelle's art studio. Free Shipping.
$5.00
Gathering Stars Patch
Eco friendly 3" diameter handmade patches. Silk screened in Michelle's art studio and made from various fabric scraps. Free shipping.
$5.00
Sparkle & Shine for Good
Gathering Stars is about more than music—it’s about community, connection, and lifting each other up. We’re grateful for the nonprofits and organizations that have been fundamental to our lives and our community. This space is our way of shining a light on their work, sharing their stories, and helping connect our stars with causes that make a difference. ✨
We Wash the Dishes
Zero Waste Event partners
We Wash The Dishes helps events go green with eco-friendly, reusable food service wares. They partnered with Gathering Stars for our Garden Party, helping us make the celebration a zero-waste event—because even the dishes can make a difference! 🌎✨
