Zoe Mace

Zoe Mace formed in the early 2000s with Maya Songbird on vocals, Ethan Archer on guitar, Jake Thunder on bass, and Luke Storm on drums. They spent their early years playing small shows and working on their material, eventually catching a break in 2005 when a live performance of "Tears In Heaven" led to a record deal. That song became their signature track, known for its emotional pull and Songbird's distinctive vocals.

Their first album, Echoes of Sorrow, came out in 2007 and was followed by Heartstrings in 2010, Ashes to Ashes in 2013, and The Odyssey in 2017. The band's lineup changed over time, with drummer Luke Storm departing in 2014 after disagreements about their direction. They continued as a trio with a new drummer, while Archer's personal struggles with substance abuse created ongoing challenges for the group.

Zoe Mace's music often dealt with heavy emotional themes, from heartbreak to personal turmoil, which connected with listeners who found something genuine in their approach. They kept recording and performing through various difficulties, maintaining a core sound built around Songbird's voice and Archer's guitar work.