"VOYAGR hit the Buffalo music scene with their first EP, Think Of You, in 2022. The group initially formed as a passion project for songwriters AJ Jabaji (rhythm guitar, vocals), Rachel Josey (vocals), and John Morano (drums), but soon grew to be a full band with the addition of Drew Shannon (bass) and Joe Brown (lead guitar). Since then they've been on a steady rise, continuing to release music and performing at large festivals locally and beyond, including this summer's Taste of Country. On Wednesday, November 26th, VOYAGR will release their debut album, Born a Believer, accompanied by a show at Buffalo Iron Works. 

Chelsea O. chatted with the band about the release of their debut album, songwriting while on a flight home, their aim to delve into themes of faith, loss, and connection, and much more."

https://www.btpm.org/2025-11-20/voyagr

"The beloved Americana celebration returns this weekend, Friday through Sunday, in a new location at the Harwinton Fairgrounds in Harwinton. Now in its seventh year, the festival brings more than 50 acts across four stages, along with camping, food trucks, artisan vendors, workshops and a welcoming community vibe. 

Saturday’s lineup includes John John Brown, Josh Joplin Group, VOYAGR, The New Students, Cricket Blue, Johnny Longo and The Koolhead Blues Band, Ryan David Green, The Nields, Belle of the Fall, Howie Day, Tall Travis and Shawn Mullins. Gazebo Stage performers include Sam Plourd, Charlie Diamond, Hope Dunbar and Jessica Smucker."

https://www.ctpost.com/waterbury/article/ct-music-black-bear-music-festival-harwinton-20823724.php

The sixth annual Southern Tier Wounded Warrior Benefit Concert welcomed three musical acts to perform live for hundreds of community members who gathered Sunday at Good Times of Olean to support veterans.Col. Patrick Miller, an Allegany native and event organizer, said it was a wonderful day with a great turnout and great weather for the concert.

“It rained in the morning and then cleared up in plenty of time for a beautiful day and night,” Miller told the Times Herald on Wednesday.

The lineup of live performances included the Nashville-based country music duo LOCASH, rising country star Greylan James from Knoxville, Tenn., and VØYAGR, a folk-country act from Buffalo.

https://www.oleantimesherald.com/2025/07/30/wounded-warrior-concert-plays-loud-proud-veterans-6th-year/

"The sixth annual Southern Tier Wounded Warrior Benefit will be held from 3-9 p.m., Sunday, July 27, at Good Times of Olean. Col. Patrick Miller, an Allegany native who was seriously wounded in a domestic terror attack at Fort Hood in 2014, is back at the helm of this year’s benefit — at a new venue.

The annual benefit began in 2014, but was sidelined for three years due to Covid 19. Last year’s benefit concert was held at Bradner Stadium after several years at Firemen’s Field in Allegany. This year’s performers include headliner LOCASH from Nashville, up-and-coming national recording artist singer-songwriter Greylan James, and Buffalo-based VOYAGR."

https://oleanstar.com/blog/2025/07/20/sixth-annual-southern-tier-wounded-warrior-benefit-set-july-27-at-good-times/?fbclid=IwY2xjawL4pRRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHpbZW2Wi6RbGo4KkXMNl-RLAhOzCyJwK1qyxZMzHI3xbgxbSyC8MHx7IP6gG_aem_HdjbiWouzEwe6QTGiXnQjQ

Taste of Country is back, and music fans will flock to Sahlen Field for a star-studded concert lineup.

Jason Aldean and Brantley Gilbert are among the performers listed for this year's festival. Sara Evans, Shane Profitt, and local band VOYAGR are also on the bill.

Gates open at 4 p.m. for the 24th Taste of County event. The national anthem will be performed before live performances get going sometime before 5:30 p.m., according to 106.5 WYRK.

https://buffalonews.com/multimedia/collection_19f6994a-48b6-44b7-9c91-d610ea00415e.html

Taste of Country is back, and music fans will flock to Sahlen Field for a star-studded concert lineup.

Jason Aldean and Brantley Gilbert are among the performers listed for this year's festival. Sara Evans, Shane Profitt, and local band VOYAGR are also on the bill.

Gates open at 4 p.m. for the 24th Taste of County event. The national anthem will be performed before live performances get going sometime before 5:30 p.m., according to 106.5 WYRK.

https://www.wgrz.com/article/entertainment/music/taste-country-jason-aldean-brantley-gilbert-wny-concerts/71-309edac5-fea9-4856-ad25-940f2ef2a823

VOYAGR’s win as 2024 All WNY Awards Best Country Artist / Band highlights their standout presence in the Western New York music scene, taking the top spot ahead of runner-up Zach Gerken and third-place PA Line. Known for blending folk and country influences from their Buffalo roots, the group’s victory reflects strong local support and recognition from the Buffalo and Western New York community. 

https://allwny.com/2025/04/01/2024-all-wny-awards-best-country-artist-band/

VOYAGR’s win as 2024 All WNY Awards Best folk /americana band highlights their standout presence in the Western New York music scene, taking the top spot ahead of runner-up Jerry Shea Band and third-place Fuzzy and the Rustbelts. Known for blending folk and country influences from their Buffalo roots, the group’s victory reflects strong local support and recognition from the Buffalo and Western New York community. 

https://allwny.com/2025/04/01/2024-all-wny-awards-best-americana-folk-band-voyagr/

https://ca.billboard.com/music/concerts/billboard-live-nxne-sankofa-square

https://www.milb.com/buffalo/events/taste-of-country

"Formed as a passion project by singer-songwriters AJ Jabaji, Rachel Ball, and drummer John Morano, VØYAGR is a Buffalo-based act blending folk and country sensibilities with heartfelt lyrics about faith, loss, and relationships. Inspired by artists like Wild Rivers, Donovan Woods, and The Lumineers, VØYAGR released their first single, "Lover's Lie," and debut EP, "Think Of You," in 2022. In 2023, they followed up with the EP "Canyon Winds" and the country-inspired "Something More." With their authentic sound and evocative storytelling, VØYAGR continues to captivate audiences and carve out their unique place in the Buffalo music scene."

https://www.wkbw.com/7life/recipes-for-7life/vøyagr-buffalos-rising-folk-country-band

"The 106.5 WYRK and Transitowne DODGE-RAM Stars with Guitars is now officially sold out.

The intimate night of country music at the UB Center for the Arts is on Wednesday, November 6 at the U.B. Center for the Arts. Starring Scotty McCreery, Chris Lane, Matt Stell, Tigirlily Gold, Drew Baldridge, and Voyagr!

Thank you for supporting the show!"

https://wyrk.com/stars-with-guitars-is-officially-sold-out/ 

https://www.ubcfa.org/events-exhibitions/music/wyrk-2024.html

"UB will celebrate Western New York when the Bulls host Lafayette in the season opener. Local sports team mascots will be in attendance and there will be pregame concert by local band VOYAGR in the Murchie Family Fieldhouse. Buffalo-themed concessions will include beef on weck, turkey burnt end sliders with loganberry BBQ sauce and jalapeno slaw as well as chicken wings."

https://ubbulls.com/news/2024/6/6/football-ub-announces-game-themes-for-the-2024-season

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQTItgfogVc

Congratulations to Voyagr -  they have won our Taste of Country Buffalo Riser competition and will open #toc24 !!! Huge congrats as well to to runner up Christian Kramer & The Backwoods Revival, who will open our TOC Acoustic show this fall!

https://www.facebook.com/WYRKBuffalo/posts/congratulations-to-voyagr-they-have-won-our-taste-of-country-buffalo-riser-compe/1034886167972098/

Fans of the early 21st century folk revival are going to find a lot like in this song from VOYAGR. There’s an energetic folk style to the song that invites listeners to sing along. The harmonies are absolutely magical on this one. The composition style brings together layers of goodness from the vocals to the quality guitar work. The repeated lyric “I choose you. I choose us,” is a perfect explanation of the devotion it takes to make a long term relationship work. The choice to love is endearing; this song captures the joy of devotion with beauty and grace.

https://www.eartothegroundmusic.co/2023/11/09/featured-single-voyagr-canyon-winds-energetic-folk-pop-tune/

"We do not know enough about Billie Eilish to lie and say that we’re fans– our extent of Eilish trivia only goes so far as knowing that she wore a Taylor Hawkins t-shirt as a means of paying tribute to him after he’d left this world. So when we heard VOYAGR’s cover of “Lovely,” we were A) unaware that it was a cover and B) blown away by their phenomenal performance. If you have yet to hear of them, this folky pop trio comes from New York and though they had initially submitted an original tune of theirs called “Oh Brother,” which is also completely worth your time, we opted to feature their most recent release on the blog. "

https://www.uptohearmusic.com/blog/voyagr-tobias

"Just in time for the holidays, VOYAGR has released a Christmas song, which dropped in November, in addition to the band’s new EP. 

Comprised of vocalist Rachel Ball, guitarist A.J. Jabaji, and drummer John Morano, the band came together when Jabaji shared a project called “VOYAGR” with the others. Shortly after venues began opening after the pandemic lockdown, the trio began playing together.

“After so many times, I’m just like, ‘Guys, we should be a band,'” Ball recalled. “I feel like I just wanted to pursue something and I wanted to see what they thought of it.”

https://www.wivb.com/news/web-extras/music-monthly/music-monday-voyagr/

“There’s nothing worse than having heartbreak” starts the song and sets the direction. It’s a song about unrequited love and if you’ve ever felt that pain, this song will definitely connect. The genre is a bit of a pop folk style with some shades of modern country. The lyrics turn a little bitter in places, feeling the disgust and frustration when things just don’t work out. I appreciate the honesty and sincerity delivered here, with heartfelt folk vocal harmonies that really bring it together. The chorus encourages listeners to sing along and feel the pain as well."

https://www.eartothegroundmusic.co/2022/11/02/three-folk-singer-songwriters-with-a-peaceful-energy/