The Wallens have brought their close-knit harmony vocals and storytelling to Australia, Europe, and across the US at events like the Telluride Blues Fest. Originally hailing from Kentucky, Molly is a classically-trained vocalist and percussionist with experience in opera and bluegrass alike. Hoosier guitarist/vocalist Brian Keith Wallen won 2nd place in the 2015 International Blues Challenge and was also named "Artist of the Year" by the Starr-Gennett Foundation.
Incorporating elements of bluegrass, blues, and folk, their sound is best described as foot-stomping hippie music! Shared influences include John Prine, Nickel Creek, Jason Isbell, and Amanda Shires. From Facebook Live streams to outdoor venues all over the Midwest, Brian and Molly's feel good sound is the perfect pick-me-up during these challenging times. https://thewallensmusic.com
- Laura Joy is
a nationally touring artist who impresses audiences with her warmth,
ability to connect emotionally, and songs that touch the soul. She has
developed a unique playing and singing style that defies comparison. She
has written songs that have won wide acclaim including first place at
the Great River Folk Festival, best original song from NPR’s Chicagoland
affiliate and repeat accolades at the Acorn Theater Songwriting
Contest. She has opened for and shared stages with many nationally
known touring artists including Restless Heart, Greg Brown, Robbie
Fulks, Miles Nielsen and The Rusted Hearts.  https://laurajoymusic.com/
- Part blues and part old school country, seasoned with a pinch of gospel,
Kentucky-born guitarist Dean Phelps combines the rhythmic beat of
thumbpick guitar with a soulful vocal style. He stirs his guitar and
voice into a repertoire of songs from the late 19th and early 20th
centuries, creating a style that is reminiscent of performers like Merle
Travis and Doc Watson with just a hint of Leon Redbone. https://www.deanphelpsmusic.com/
- In The Round. This means each act performs one song at a time, one after another
- Showtime is 8:00 - 9:30 pm (EST): Show will run approximately 1 hour, amounting to 3 or 4 "rounds"Â
- "Doors open" at 7:45pm (EST): That's right, we can chat before the show begins! Audience will be muted during the show for sound clarity issues, but we can all talk before and after the performance.
- This show will not be recorded. That's what makes this special, sharing the moment with you in real time.
- Your generous $donation goes entirely to the artists. Your donation* reserves your place in the "Zoom Room," and guarantees the private link is emailed to you prior to the show. We look forward to sharing music and community with you!
*Refunds will not be available, but you may give your seat to someone else if you're unable to attend.