Drum beats, smooth strings, and mixed voices combine to make up The Raspberry Jams. Comprising three musicians with diverse influences and a shared vision. The Raspberry Jams are not chasing perfection, they’re chasing feeling through powerful, genre-blending music rooted in authenticity, collaboration, and pure fun. 

The Raspberry Jams are a three-piece band. Adeline Harris commands lead vocals and guitar, with the talented Kenzie Hauppa and Zola Bieganski switching between drums and bass. Hauppa and Bieganski also take on the backing vocals, adding to the band’s layered sound and dynamic presence. 

Their music draws on multiple influences rather than a single defined genre.

“Things with our music are that it’s not really its own genre. We all come from different musical backgrounds… There’s overlap, but there are also things that I don’t think even each other will listen to. There’s just a lot happening,”said Hauppa ‘26.

The different influences blend naturally during rehearsals and jam sessions, shaping a style that feels energetic rather than forced.

“So that all comes into our sound, we kind of have a very mixed-genre sound. I remember Adeline’s dad called us just rock and roll because it’s just that energy, ”said Hauppa.

Harris describes the band’s music as loud, emotional, and increasingly intentional as they grow.

“We have lots of riot girl energy and some punk energy. As we keep moving forward, our music is getting more complex, more defined. You can really start to hear the different sounds,” said Harris ‘26.

That evolution is especially noticeable when the band performs live.

“I would describe it as powerful,” “The vocals are super powerful, and all the instruments mesh together in a way that brings each one out, especially when you see it live,” said Harris.

Despite their growing confidence and sharpening sound, The Raspberry Jams are intentional about staying true to themselves.

“We try to be really true to ourselves…We don’t try to fit into a persona. When we go on stage or write music, we’re just being ourselves. Authenticity is a big thing for us,”said Hauppa. 

That authenticity also shapes how the band works together behind the scenes. The most important aspect of decision-making in a group is the ability to communicate.  

“If somebody says they don’t like something, we talk about why. We have an all-or-nothing rule for big decisions. If we don’t all agree, we don’t do it, but we always try to understand each other first,” said Harris.

At the center of that collaboration is enjoyment, a reminder of why the band exists.

“Having fun is the most important thing…Why do it if it’s not fun?”  said Bieganski ‘26.

This mindset has helped The Raspberry Jams grow from a self-taught project into a tightly bonded group. Even as their skills and opportunities have expanded, their connection has remained steady.

“We get called sisters a lot…Even though we’ve matured and changed, there’s still this really tight bond. It’s more than just the music, it’s the friendship,”said Hauppa.

The band recently reached their biggest milestone yet: working with Force Group Music and recording their first EP.

“We’re working on putting together an EP of about five songs…So far, we’ve recorded the rhythm section for three of them,” said Harris.

Recording in a professional studio has pushed the band in new directions.

“Working with a sound engineer and producer is totally new for us…But it’s helped us add things we never would’ve thought of. It doesn’t water us down, it just makes us more us,” said Harris.

For the band, the EP represents not just progress but proof of their dedication and how hard they continue to work.

“This isn’t just a garage band…We have stuff to practice, songs to write, and real goals,” said Harris. 

Still, success hasn’t changed what matters most to them. For Harris, the proudest achievement isn’t the recordings or recognition, it’s the people.

“I’m most proud of the community we’ve created…We’ve brought people together with our music, and that feels like living my dream,” said Harris.

Looking ahead, the band’s vision for the future remains refreshingly grounded.

“My big goal is just to keep playing music with the people that make me happy. Whether that’s basement shows forever or something bigger, as long as it’s real and fun, that’s what matters,” said Harris.

For The Raspberry Jams, the music isn’t about fitting into a genre or chasing fame, it’s about expression, connection, and turning honest energy into sound.