What happens when you mix the passion for Alt. Roots/Americana and Gypsy music with Neo-Swing? You get a whole new genre called Gypsybilly. THE VIGNATIS (Fabrice Vignati & Tracy Vignati) have been rockin’ their Gypsybilly creation for eight albums. The aurally and visually colorful Los Angeles-based group’s dynamic creation charters audiences on a journey from nostalgic times to the unknown future. They innovatively fuse American/European traditions, musicianship, and a sense of humor cleverly expressed in their songs. “…The Vignatis deliver fabulous vocals on great tunes,” says Music Connection Magazine. Their unmistakable, neo-nostalgic sound is a natural musical union so diverse it avoids strict categorization.

 

In summer 2026, a ninth album of modern Roots/Americana will be released to showcase a timeless traditional and raw, contemporary storytelling side. This album breathes acoustic textures with lyrics of the human experience. It is a collection of songs that celebrates their songwriting craft where each chord and lyric serves as a testament to the power of honest, heartfelt songwriting. 

 

As prestigious voting members of The Recording Academy and Grammy® Awards, THE VIGNATIS have performed at many esteemed events and venues including The Grammy Museum, Emmy Awards Parties, Los Angeles County’s Parks After Dark program series, an opening support act for renowned bands as well as various stages in France and Japan. They recently performed shows in Phoenix, Austin, Dallas and Los Angeles with some spring 2026 dates in Europe. They will embark on their third tour in Japan in fall 2026 and are working on adding the Pacific Northwest, the UK and Scandinavia to the list. Music is their lifestyle. Their goal is to share Gypsybilly with the world by passing on to others the same joy they receive in creating and performing it. Whether paying homage to their great musical influences or exploring the future, THE VIGNATIS continue to blend the old continent, Europe with the new continent, America, from studio to stage.

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Awards
2024 World Entertainment Awards Nominee, Best Children’s Song
2023 ISC Finalist, Best Children's Music Song
2023 Funky Kids Radio Awards Finalist, Global Album of the Year 
2023 One Earth Awards Gold Winner, Best American Roots Song 
2022 W.A.M. Awards Bronze Award Winner, Best Cover Song 
2022 Fall Clouzine International Awards Best Americana Song