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Connor Garvey
Sunday, January 29 2012
Connor Garvey's initiation as a modern troubadour came in 2008 by way of train; a 45 day, self-booked tour by Amtrak across the US. Now, many tours later, Garvey is finding his place as a seasoned folk-rock singer-songwriter on the national circuit. Through his rhythmic guitar foundations and a unique, clear voice, Connor encourages us to hope, grow, laugh, and see beauty in all of life's metaphors. His recent release Where Ocean Meets Land (2011) is already garnering wide acclaim as it builds upon his 2009 release (Constancy of Stars) known widely due extensive Sirius XM satellite airplay-placing him in their top 6 new Singer Songwriters of 2010.
"The songs of Connor Garvey have that rare and balanced blend of refreshing lyric, inventive guitar work, and mesmerizing grooves, all powered by his clear and agile singing voice. Ranging from funky to sensitive, serious to playful, they convey the kind of inspiration found in a reverent pursuer of life's depths and joys. Wether it's hearing him live on stage or on one of his recordings I'm always uplifted and amazed."
Chris Cunningham - Storyhill & Basecamp Recording
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Grace Pettis
Sunday, October 16 2011
"Having recently witnessed Grace on stage and heard her perform material from her debut album as well as yet to be recorded compositions, I can attest that Grace weaves words and melodies into memorable songs with a regularity that you'd only expect from a seasoned troubadour."
-Arthur Wood, Maverick Magazine
Following in her father's (Pierce Pettis) footsteps, Grace has solidified her reputation as an accomplished songwriter with her recent win at the 2011 Kerrville New Folk Contest, as well as being asked to perform at the 2011 Falcon Ridge Emerging Artist Showcase.
In the fall of 2009 Grace released her self-titled debut album recorded at the renowned Blue Rock Studio in Wimberley, TX. After releasing her album she splashed on to the music scene winning NPRs 2009 Mountain Stage NewSong Contest, where her, "Nine to Five Girl" was selected for the "Best Song" award.
Grace carried this momentum when she performed as an "Official Showcase Artist,"at the 2010 International Folk Alliance conference, where she captured the attention of John Platt, Rich Warren and many others as one of the young standouts. Later that spring Grace won the Wildflower Performing Songwriter Contest Grand Prize, and the "People's Choice" award.
Grace went on to join the Storyville Coffee "Freedom Tour" with the likes of Willie Porter, David Wilcox, and Pierce Pettis. After touring with Storyville Coffee in the summer she continued to tour in various arrangements from solo, to duo performances with Pierce Pettis, to trio performances with Billy Crockett and Dirje Smith.
Grace is now gearing up to record her highly anticipated second album, which will be released early 2012. In the meantime Grace will be touring across the country building on her ever growing fan base.
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Beggar's Ride
Sunday, September 18 2011
Beggar's Ride is the Baltimore based duo of performing songwriters Claudia SanSoucie and Kate Maguire. They met in the fall of 2008 and began performing together soon after, officially forming Beggar's Ride in the winter of 2010. Their efforts have culminated in the recording of their first full length album to be released June 7,2011.
The album was recorded and mixed at the venerable Signature Sounds studio in Pomfret, CT. Working with producer David Goodrich (Chris Smither, Peter Mulvey, Jeffrey Foucault, Red Bird) and chief engineer Mark Thayer, they set out to record an intimate, moody album featuring the interplay between their tight harmonies and lush electric and acoustic guitar textures. The album features 10 songs, all originals by SanSoucie and Maguire with the exception of the brilliant David Olney tune "Women Across the River."
Kate Maguire has been busy performing regionally since she moved to Baltimore in 2008. She was a finalist for her song "5 Days of Rain" in 2010 and Silver prize winner in the 2009 Mid Atlantic Songwriting Competition for her song "Softer Shade of Blue" from her self released EP "Leaving". This track was also included on the 2009 GoGirls MusicFest Compilation CD.
Claudia SanSoucie has performed extensively in the Mid-Atlantic, including the Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage, and throughout Europe. Her song "The Enemy" was selected for inclusion on the Baltimore Songwriter's Association's juried CD "Songs from a Charmed City".
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RUNA
Sunday, June 12 2011
RUNA burst onto the music scene during the summer of 2008 and has been taking audiences by storm ever since! Drawing on the diverse musical backgrounds of its band members, RUNA brings a contemporary and refreshing experience to traditional and more recently composed Celtic material. Through their repertoire of both highly energetic and graceful, acoustic melodies, along with their fusion of music from Ireland, Scotland, the Shetland Islands, Canada, and the United States, this vocal and instrumental ensemble gives its arrangements of traditional songs and tunes a fresh sound.
RUNA consists of vocalist, Shannon Lambert-Ryan of Philadelphia, Dublin-born guitarist, Fionán de Barra, and Cheryl Prashker of Canada on percussion. The band often performs with world-renowned, guest musicians, including Isaac Alderson on the uilleann pipes, flutes, and whistles, and Tomoko Omura on the fiddle.
Members of RUNA have played with Solas, Riverdance, Clannad, Fiddlers' Bid, Moya Brennan, Eileen Ivers, Hazel O'Conner, Full Frontal Folk, Keith & Kristyn Getty, and the Guy Mendilow Band.
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Seth Glier
Sunday, May 15 2011
"The greatest pop songwriting since Billy Joel" - Livingston Taylor
Seth Glier will grab you...if not with his powerful falsetto or his melodic prowess, then with what Performer Magazine calls his "intoxicating groove." The 22-year-old singer, pianist and guitarist - who abandoned studies at The Berklee College of Music after one year because he "decided I should be playing for people and not for grades" - aims straight for the gut & has quickly established himself on the national scene performing over 250 shows a year.
In 2010, Glier shared stages with such diverse artists as James Taylor, Mark Knopfler, The Verve Pipe, and Edwin McCain. He has appeared as a mainstage artist at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival (NY) and the Kerrville Folk Festival (TX). USA Today recently compared Seth to Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel and recommended his track "Lauralee" on their "Listen Up Playlist" (Feb 2011).
The only musical member of his family, Seth was raised on the music of Joni Mitchell, Martin Sexton and Randy Newman, but considers his brother to be his greatest influence. "My brother is autistic and non-verbal. I learned to communicate with words better once I realized how to communicate to someone without them." Maybe the term 'old soul' has meaning after all...
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Melissa Ferrick
Sunday, January 16 2011
Melissa Ferrick, an accomplished singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, has shared stages with artists as wide-ranging as Bob Dylan, Paul Westerberg, Weezer and Ani DiFranco and performs over 150 shows a year - often for audiences of 7500 or more. Her extraordinarily passionate, grassroots fan base began when she opened for Morrissey in 1991, and has grown into one of the most loyal followings in recent indie memory.
With songs that "cut to the bone thanks to their truthful, personal viewpoints" (CMJ), the native New Englander is a powerhouse vocalist/guitarist who has steadily released DIY projects since her prior stints on Atlantic and W.A.R.? Records. A six-time Boston Music Award and GLAMA Winner, her combination of raw intensity and consummate musicianship is what constantly keeps her fans and crowds begging for more.
Melissa's website
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James Lee Stanley
Sunday, November 21 2010
It is only a long lived singer-songwriter career that lets JAMES LEE STANLEY unite the unpredictable creative turns and the eclectic elements that make up his world. His remarkable ability as a vocalist and composer allow him to create truly great songs, each accompanied by his amazing guitar orchestrations. When you couple with his outrageously hilarious repartee, you get one of the most entertaining concerts on the circuit. He has been hailed as one of the few all time greats and undisputed geniuses among singer-songwriters. Fi Magazine listed his FREELANCE HUMAN BEING as one of the finest recordings of 1998 and one of the Top 200 Recordings of all time -- FI Magazine March 1999.
James Lee Stanley's website
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Karyn Oliver
Sunday, October 17 2010
Karyn Oliver has been turning heads on both sides of the Atlantic with her skillful songwriting and a passionate, soulful voice that could break your heart through a brick wall. Based in Baltimore, MD, she attracts fans of folk, blues, rock, and country with her memorable melodies, sophisticated arrangements, deeply personal lyrics, and vocal fireworks, all ably displayed on her brand new CD, Red Dress.
Karyn's website
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Acoustic Eidolon
Sunday, September 19 2010
Acoustic Eidolon, featuring Joe Scott on double neck guitjo and Hannah Alkire on cello are from Colorado and have graced stages throughout the US, Europe, Australia and Canada. With eight CDs and a DVD to their credit, these masterful artists continue to captivate audiences throughout the world with their signature “new acoustic” sound and boundless possibilities in blending Celtic, Folk, World & Latin music influences, something that Dirty Linen Magazine praises as “a sumptuous musical feast.” They are described by the Swallow Hill Music Association as “an evening of brilliant instrumentality,” and Georgia’s Good Life Magazine enthuses, “Acoustic Eidolon offers concert-goers a chance to absorb some of the most powerful and intriguing music on the scene today.”
Their original sound is created by the mixing of their diverse musical backgrounds and their unusual instrumentation including the one-of-a-kind double neck guitjo, an instrument of Joe’s own design praised by USA Today as a “beautiful harp-like sounding instrument … like nothing we’ve ever heard before.” The double-neck guitjo has 14 strings and Joe has developed his own style and technique, playing both necks simultaneously. Classically-trained cellist Hannah Alkire studied with G. Magyar of the Hungarian String Quartet and is recognized internationally for her stunning tone and emotional, impeccable playing and for taking the cello places it’s never been before.
The two joined their personal lives after forming their musical alliance and were married in 2001. The result is a coupling of intricate and passionate music with genuine and engaging stories.
Acoustic Eidolon's website
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Antje Duvekot
Sunday, June 13 2010
Antje Duvekot has solidified her reputation as one of America's top emerging singer songwriters with "Big Dream Boulevard" her debut studio release. She has won some of the top songwriting awards including the Grand Prize in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition, the prestigious, Kerrville (TX) "Best New Folk Award" and in one of the nation's top music markets, she won the Boston Music Award for "Outstanding Folk Act", three of the top prizes in the singer songwriter world.
"Duvekot has gotten hotter, faster than any local songwriter in recent memory. Her songs feel at once fresh faced and firmly rooted, driven by the whispery sensuality of her voice. She believes in the redemptive power of the shared secret; and is utterly unafraid to mine the darkest corners of her life for songs that turn fear into resilience and isolation into community". The Boston Globe
Antje's website
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John Flynn
Sunday, April 18 2010
John Flynn sings from the heart. His powerful songs of humanity and hope are deeply rooted in the traditions of Woody Guthrie and Phil Ochs. John paints vivid, lasting images with words and music, drawn from a palette of awareness, irony, humor, and compassion.
A socially driven singer/songwriter not afraid of writing about the shadows, John allows us the space to come to our own conclusions. His songs speak to our common shared humanity. Thank-you notes left on his websites come from both soldiers and anti-war advocates.
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Allison Downey with John Austin
Sunday, March 14 2010
Husband & wife duo, Allison Downey & John Austin take audiences on a musical journey that spans the gamut of human emotions often making you laugh in mid-cry. Allison’s award-winning “Midwestern Urban Folk” originals are complimented by the dynamic grooves of John’s electric bass, revealing his background in funk, jazz fusion and country. With an MFA in Theatre, (now a University Professor) Allison is a natural storyteller who creates scenes on stage inspired by years of world travel. She might even transform into one of her alter-egos, “Carmen” or “Melba” for a song or two. A “masterful performer with a commanding, yet genuine and open, stage presence,” and a voice reminiscent of Natalie Merchant, Allison connects with audiences in a way that makes a 500 seat theatre feel like a living room. And together, well, “Allison and John are the complete package…skilled musicians, engaging storytellers, and songs ranging from thoughtful to flat out hilarious…”
“Allison Downey is a true poet whose lyrics stand on their own as art. Add to that her polished performance skills and crystal clear vocals and you have one of the best singer-songwriters out there today.”
-Al Kniola, Host, The Back Porch, 88.1 WVPE Public Radio
Allison's website
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Buskin and Batteau
Sunday, January 24 2010
"...versatile, sophisticated...by turns acerbic, funny and plaintive. Buskin & Batteau are breathing new life into the genre of the folk-pop singer/songwriter." – The New York Times
With the release of their long-awaited new CD, Red Shoes and Golden Hearts, David Buskin and Robin Batteau demonstrate that despite their thirteen-year hiatus - to 1) "Raise kids," and 2) "Take a nap" - they have not lost the ability to mine their "irresistible amalgam of melodic, sensual pop, folkie grit and killer wit" [Washington Post] for fresh musical gems. The continuing development and maturation of two uniquely compatible singer-songwriter-soloists ( Buskin on keyboard, Batteau on violin ) has not only yielded a crop of stunning new songs, but infused new depth into the old ones.
Accompanied by virtuosic percussionist Marshal Rosenberg, Buskin and Batteau bring a taste of "acoustic heaven" [Boston Globe] everywhere they go. "
* Note: This show will be a minimum donation of $20
B & B's website
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Nathan Rogers
Sunday, November 22 2009
Some say he was born into it, some that he was born with it, while others claim he has earned it. With one foot planted firmly in folk music's traditional roots and the other reaching into its dynamic future, Nathan Rogers isn't entirely sure what 'it' is; singer, songwriter, guitarist, throat-chanter, percussionist, revivalist, or innovator. Whatever it may be,"Nathan has the ability to turn the folk world on its ears." Nathan's performance style leaves the audiences wondering where the rest of the band is hiding. Singing, chanting, playing the guitar and stomping, he fills any stage with "magnificent powerfully clear lyrics and arrangements."
Described as 'intelligent and witty', Nathan will 'move men and women to tears with his sound and conviction."
Nathan's website
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Justin Roth
Sunday, October 18 2009
Justin Roth is a nationally touring singer/songwriter/acoustic guitarist who combines an artful blend of pop hooks laid on a bed of brilliantly inventive guitar technique for a unique mix of new acoustic folk. He has released four independent CDs as well as being a core contributor to an instrumental solo guitar album produced for Target Stores, entitled "Lifescapes - Solo Guitar," which has sold over 70,000 copies nationwide. His path to acoustic music was solidified at 17, when he saw innovative guitarist Michael Hedges open for Crosby, Stills & Nash. Seeing that the acoustic guitar was capable of so much more than he had been exposed to before, from that moment on, he knew that it would be the root of his musical world. His use of alternate tunings, partial capos and his two-hand tapping technique leaves audiences mesmerized and displays his impeccable guitar playing that has been described as, “more than just an instrument, but an extension of himself.” A dynamic live performer, Justin has won fans over with his intricate solo guitar instrumentals, heartfelt songs and spontaneous delivery, often composing songs during his shows with the audience's help. When not touring the country, performing at clubs, theaters and festivals, Justin lives in Minneapolis, where he is currently at work on a new album.
Justin's website
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Greg Klyma
Sunday, September 20 2009
Greg Klyma is a Buffalo born troubadour who has been living on the road performing music
full-time since August 1998. Traveling from the rust belt to FEMA villages with guitar and mandolin in hand, capturing the stories of the people he's met and seen for over a decade, Greg has honed his songwriting and storytelling while developing a show that lands somewhere between the worlds of Steve Earle and Steve Martin - it's literate, witty, visual, sometimes comical and forever building on tradition while seeking its own voice.
Greg's website
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Catie Curtis
Sunday, June 14 2009
With her intoxicating brand of folk pop music, smart and enduring lyrics and engaging personality, Curtis has created a dedicated following that has grown steadily over the course of her 15-year career. With 9 albums and recognition that includes a 2006 International Songwriting Competition Grand Prize, Curtis has proven that she's the real deal: a musician with the kind of raw talent and artistic maturity that makes her a force to be reckoned with, albeit a sweet force.
Catie's website
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Joe Crookston
Sunday, May 17 2009
It's possible you've never heard the music and songwriting of Joe Crookston...
Trust us, you ll be glad you came to this concert.
Joe Crookston.Born and raised in rural Ohio into a family of Hungarians..,
polkas and Eastern European food, there's a little bit of Gypsy soul in this guy.
a stunning writer and performer.
In 2007, Joe received a songwriting grant from the Rockefeller Foundation to travel throughout New York, collect stories and write songs based on his experiences.
He was one of three "Most Wanted Artists" at the 2008 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival, and his latest CD, "Able Baker Charlie Dog" ended up #1 on the 2008 US Acoustic/folk music charts.
In February 2009, it was awarded "Album of the Year" by the International Folk Alliance in Memphis, TN. Stomping Loud in Minor Keys and Story Songs and Jamborees ,
Joe sings about life, death, drunk roosters, falcons, window washers, Polish Immigrants,
escaped slaves, rutabagas, Charlie Bucket and so much more&.
This is not just reviewer's hype... ....This guy is flat out good.
--Rodger Nichols of The Dalles Oregon Chronicle
Please join us for a great night of music and songwriting magic.
Joe's website
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The Kennedys
Friday, April 10 2009
The story of Pete and Maura Kennedy's personal and professional relationship, now in its second decade, is somewhere between fate and a fairytale. How else can you explain a chance meeting in Austin between two East Coast-born musicians that immediately sparked a songwriting collaboration, a first date at Buddy Holly's grave, an enduring romance, and a creative partnership that radiates warmth, positive energy, and captivating music?
The Kennedy's website
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K.C. Clifford
Sunday, March 8 2009
Possessing a notable knack for writing songs that are all-at-once universal and yet deeply personal, K.C. is a meticulous lyricist. Each song is a story all its own, a conversation with her heart, with the life around her. In a world looking for substance, her songs answer back with a resounding hope and assurance that if you break it down, we as people are all very much the same.
K.C.'s website
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Pat Wictor
Friday, February 13 2009
In a remarkably short period of time, Pat Wictor has become the name that is being chatted about on the acoustic, blues, folk and Americana circuits. Steeped in American "roots" music, Pat is a contemporary songwriter and interpreter drawing on the rural country, gospel, and blues traditions of our nation.
An American by birth, Pat was raised outside of the United States until his teenage years, living in Venezuela, Holland, Norway, and England. This time abroad gave him an unusually deep awareness of being a resident of a country while also a world citizen. Through these early experiences, he gained an appreciation for taking diffferent paths to arrave at the same destination.
Pat's website
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Edie Carey
Sunday, January 11 2009
Boston-based singer-songwriter Edie Carey is known for her unmistakable honeyed voice, her intelligent, heart-grabbing songs, but perhaps most especially for her warm, engaging presence on - and off - stage. As much a part of her show as the music itself, Edie's wry and often self-mocking humor makes audiences feel as though they have just spent an evening with a very close friend.
Edie's website
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Joe Jencks
Sunday, December 14 2008
Joe Jencks is an international touring performer and award-winning songwriter. His career is based as much in ministering to the human spirit as it is in the performance of music. A Joe Jencks concert is definitely not a visit to the inner world of some guy with a guitar who would like us all to sit still and listen politely. It's an occasion for singing, a contagious rising up of voices, an act of joy and defiance! &Tapping into the latent, nearly mystical beauty that a roomful of people can unleash by singing together. Seattle Folklore Society
Joe's website
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Greg Greenway
Friday, November 21 2008
Beneath the radar of the corporate music world there are gems to be found. Greg Greenway is a multi-faceted one. A rare combination of instrumental expertise, a soulful and moving singer, powerful poet, and sparkling entertainer, Greenway is one of those difficult-to-categorize performers who have found a home in the modern acoustic genre. Originally from Richmond, VA, he moved to Boston for its rich Folk Music tradition and has become one of its most unique and superlative emissaries. Put simply, he is one of the finest entertainers you'll ever see. Musically, he draws inspiration from all over the map--gospel, rock, blues, Jazz, and world music. But his center is in the singer/songwriter tradition that traces it roots all the way back to the social awareness of Woody Guthrie. His central appeal is that it all comes through the singular lens of Greenway's humanity and his easy affinity for the audience.
Greg's website
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Dave Potts with special guest Jenny Goodspeed
Friday, October 17 2008
Dave: A singer/songwriter with a gift for melody and a poet's eye for detail, Dave Potts crafts contemporary folk songs with shades of country and Americana, infused with Southern charm.
Raised in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains, he spent several years living out of the back of his dusty red pickup, typically logging over 50,000 miles a year honing his skills as musician and performer in coffee houses and college bars from coast-to-coast. In 1996, Dave stumbled across the picturesque town of Auburn, Alabama and quickly realized he had found his home. Since settling in Auburn, Dave's songs have shed light on the endearing characters and small towns of the South; a sincere style that has earned him countless awards and accolades...
Jenny: Jenny Goodspeed bloomed as a singer-songwriter in the rich Boulder/Denver music scene of the mid-90s where she played local venues and festivals, including the renowned Swallow Hill Music Association. In 1997, she recorded a demo with respected producer/engineer Patrick Brickel (Greg Brown). After moving to Western Massachusetts to begin a new life in the landscape that felt most like home, she unexpectedly rediscovered her love for theater, and spent the next decade acting with numerous theater companies in the region. All the while, she continued to write songs and quietly hone her craft.
Dave's website
Jenny's Website
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