2014 Art on the Prairie Music Line up
We are so excited to showcase such wonderful Iowa musicians at Art on the Prairie. All the music is acoustic and unplugged, located in the Hotel Pattee, White Spaces, Town Craft - 2nd Floor west, Carnegie Library – Main Level, and the Security Bank Building.
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Bryan Baker
Saturday Nov 8 - TownCraft Upper West 11:00-11:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Security Bank Building 1 :00-1:50
http://ka-klick.com/
Bryan Baker (Kaklick Martin) is a metaverse musician: A singer/songwriter performing in, and writing songs about, the virtual world known as Second Life®. Bryan’s avatar Kaklick took the stage in Second Life® for the first time back in late 2005, so he is among the longest running performers in Second Life® and was an early evangelist for the live music scene there.
Since that time he’s written several songs about or inspired by some aspect of his virtual existence with subjects ranging from virtual relationships to bugs that plague this tech dependent world. Two of these songs made it on to “Roadhouse Ranch and Saloon”; where honkey-tonk meets the metaverse. “Big Bad World” takes on more real life social commentary. Both albums were released in 2007. 2009 saw the release of Mr. Lincoln a more eclectic mix of rock idioms and themes. 2010 brought the zombiepocalypse or at least the new single "Zombie Love Song (If Anyone Eats My Brains)" a tender love song about brains. In 2012 he followed the single up with an album of his nerdiest material, including an album version of "Zombie Love Song" called "Yeah, I'm a Geek".
Bryan has been writing music since his childhood, but got serious in high school. Originally intending on a path that would have taken him to Berklee School of Music in the early 80s as a bassist, he was offered the chance to try out a musician's life straight out of high school and he hired on as a bass player in a lounge outfit of no consequence in the twin cities area. When this came to an end a few months later he returned to Iowa and joined a new-wave outfit called "The Keyz" based in Ames. They played some great shows to appreciative fans, but this didn't last either. By this time he'd started studying at Iowa State, initially in music, then migrating to theatre and eventually graduating in that field.
In 1987 he moved to California and started a full ride to the prestigious California Institute of the Arts as a composer/sound designer for theatre. He was the first MFA to graduate in that specialty in 1989. He did some freelancing in LA, at one time garnering a comparison to Brian Eno in the LA Times for his work on a play he did with the writer of the TV show "Life Goes On".
For several years he concentrated on other aspects of his life, and his career path led him to work on show control for many high profile entertainment venues, but he kept writing and playing music. In 2004 he started seriously recording and writing again and has been going full steam since.
Saturday Nov 8 - Security Bank Building 1 :00-1:50
http://ka-klick.com/
Bryan Baker (Kaklick Martin) is a metaverse musician: A singer/songwriter performing in, and writing songs about, the virtual world known as Second Life®. Bryan’s avatar Kaklick took the stage in Second Life® for the first time back in late 2005, so he is among the longest running performers in Second Life® and was an early evangelist for the live music scene there.
Since that time he’s written several songs about or inspired by some aspect of his virtual existence with subjects ranging from virtual relationships to bugs that plague this tech dependent world. Two of these songs made it on to “Roadhouse Ranch and Saloon”; where honkey-tonk meets the metaverse. “Big Bad World” takes on more real life social commentary. Both albums were released in 2007. 2009 saw the release of Mr. Lincoln a more eclectic mix of rock idioms and themes. 2010 brought the zombiepocalypse or at least the new single "Zombie Love Song (If Anyone Eats My Brains)" a tender love song about brains. In 2012 he followed the single up with an album of his nerdiest material, including an album version of "Zombie Love Song" called "Yeah, I'm a Geek".
Bryan has been writing music since his childhood, but got serious in high school. Originally intending on a path that would have taken him to Berklee School of Music in the early 80s as a bassist, he was offered the chance to try out a musician's life straight out of high school and he hired on as a bass player in a lounge outfit of no consequence in the twin cities area. When this came to an end a few months later he returned to Iowa and joined a new-wave outfit called "The Keyz" based in Ames. They played some great shows to appreciative fans, but this didn't last either. By this time he'd started studying at Iowa State, initially in music, then migrating to theatre and eventually graduating in that field.
In 1987 he moved to California and started a full ride to the prestigious California Institute of the Arts as a composer/sound designer for theatre. He was the first MFA to graduate in that specialty in 1989. He did some freelancing in LA, at one time garnering a comparison to Brian Eno in the LA Times for his work on a play he did with the writer of the TV show "Life Goes On".
For several years he concentrated on other aspects of his life, and his career path led him to work on show control for many high profile entertainment venues, but he kept writing and playing music. In 2004 he started seriously recording and writing again and has been going full steam since.
Bella Soul
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 10:00-10:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Hotel Pattee 12:00-12:50
http://bellasoulmusic.com/
From the fertile grounds of Des Moines, Iowa comes Bella Soul. This collective of amazing talent is turning heads with unforgettable performances. Bella Soul has created a "kaleidoscopic" approach of emotion and sound that fuses rock, funk and blues with jam, jazz, and gospel. Having already headlined such high-profile events as Winefest Grand Testing, Des Moines Arts Festival, World Food Fest, and opening for such renowned musical icons as Eddie Money, Robert Cray, Johnny Rivers, Renee Austin, and Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, this band and its leading lady are one of this region's top surefire choices for creative diversity and musicianship! In 2010, The band (as the bluesified offshoot--Bella Soul Blues Revolution) has become a Top 5 blues band of Iowa per the Iowa Blues Challenge, and has also topped such events as WineJam UnCorked, WineStock, Jazz In July, Iowa Shakespeare Fest, and so much more.
The Bella Soul story begins with TINA HAASE FINDLAY. In a city that has spawned talent as diverse as the Everly Brothers, Glenn Miller and Slipknot, Tina is an icon. In her 25 year career Tina has made her mark in the fields of jazz, blues, rock, soul, gospel, musical theatre, commercial jingles, composing, producing, and directing (see www.reverbnation.com/tinahaasefindlay for some of her solo highlights and rarities, and www.twiturm.com/profile/bellasoulmusic for more bonus bella soul material). Des Moines' popular Juice magazine recognizes Tina as a "legend"- you only need to experience Tina once to understand why.
Guitarist BRANDON FINDLAY began as a left-handed devotee of Hendrix who was forced to learn right-handed chops due to a debilitating case of tendonitis. Since blossoming as a player, arranger, and songwriter during the early days of Lady Blue, "The Deacon" has become a creative leadership force and an expressive artist known for his sensitive yet powerful stylings. Also a lauded journalist and Des Moines City Council Live Music Commission member, Brandon's offstage work has included interviewing Warren Haynes, Derek Trucks, and Marc Ford; and reviewing events for BluesWax, Guitar World Online, and The Des Moines Music Coalition.
Saturday Nov 8 - Hotel Pattee 12:00-12:50
http://bellasoulmusic.com/
From the fertile grounds of Des Moines, Iowa comes Bella Soul. This collective of amazing talent is turning heads with unforgettable performances. Bella Soul has created a "kaleidoscopic" approach of emotion and sound that fuses rock, funk and blues with jam, jazz, and gospel. Having already headlined such high-profile events as Winefest Grand Testing, Des Moines Arts Festival, World Food Fest, and opening for such renowned musical icons as Eddie Money, Robert Cray, Johnny Rivers, Renee Austin, and Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, this band and its leading lady are one of this region's top surefire choices for creative diversity and musicianship! In 2010, The band (as the bluesified offshoot--Bella Soul Blues Revolution) has become a Top 5 blues band of Iowa per the Iowa Blues Challenge, and has also topped such events as WineJam UnCorked, WineStock, Jazz In July, Iowa Shakespeare Fest, and so much more.
The Bella Soul story begins with TINA HAASE FINDLAY. In a city that has spawned talent as diverse as the Everly Brothers, Glenn Miller and Slipknot, Tina is an icon. In her 25 year career Tina has made her mark in the fields of jazz, blues, rock, soul, gospel, musical theatre, commercial jingles, composing, producing, and directing (see www.reverbnation.com/tinahaasefindlay for some of her solo highlights and rarities, and www.twiturm.com/profile/bellasoulmusic for more bonus bella soul material). Des Moines' popular Juice magazine recognizes Tina as a "legend"- you only need to experience Tina once to understand why.
Guitarist BRANDON FINDLAY began as a left-handed devotee of Hendrix who was forced to learn right-handed chops due to a debilitating case of tendonitis. Since blossoming as a player, arranger, and songwriter during the early days of Lady Blue, "The Deacon" has become a creative leadership force and an expressive artist known for his sensitive yet powerful stylings. Also a lauded journalist and Des Moines City Council Live Music Commission member, Brandon's offstage work has included interviewing Warren Haynes, Derek Trucks, and Marc Ford; and reviewing events for BluesWax, Guitar World Online, and The Des Moines Music Coalition.
John Burns
Sunday Nov 9 - Carnegie Upper 10:00-10:50
Sunday Nov 9 - TownCraft Upper West 12:00-12:50
http://www.bjohnburns.com
In 2011, singer/songwriter John Burns celebrates 35 years as a professional musician. Forty years ago in 2012, John wrote his first song. Since then, he has written between 3,000 and 5,000 songs, including "The Other Side of Your Heart," released in 1977 by Lisa Gossett on Network Records, "Five Small Towns," from the White Pole Road Self-Guided Tour CD, and "3000 Houses in 300 Days," performed at the opening ceremonies of the 2009 Linda Vista Multi-Cultural Fair in San Diego, California. In the mid-1970s, John toured the United States with Baby Lester and the Buggybumpers. Other bands in which he has been a member are Now and Then, Goodnight Dallas, and the Shirts. For the past five years, however, John has appeared solo, playing his original songs on piano and guitar in ten states from coast to coast.
Sunday Nov 9 - TownCraft Upper West 12:00-12:50
http://www.bjohnburns.com
In 2011, singer/songwriter John Burns celebrates 35 years as a professional musician. Forty years ago in 2012, John wrote his first song. Since then, he has written between 3,000 and 5,000 songs, including "The Other Side of Your Heart," released in 1977 by Lisa Gossett on Network Records, "Five Small Towns," from the White Pole Road Self-Guided Tour CD, and "3000 Houses in 300 Days," performed at the opening ceremonies of the 2009 Linda Vista Multi-Cultural Fair in San Diego, California. In the mid-1970s, John toured the United States with Baby Lester and the Buggybumpers. Other bands in which he has been a member are Now and Then, Goodnight Dallas, and the Shirts. For the past five years, however, John has appeared solo, playing his original songs on piano and guitar in ten states from coast to coast.
Deanna and Jenni
Saturday Nov 8 - TownCraft Upper West 1:00-1:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Hotel Pattee 3:00-3:50
Sunday Nov 9 - Security Bank Building 10:00-10:50
Deanna Mayer has played guitar most of her adult life, singing original lullabies to her children. She also performed at her church, and about 5 years ago she joined a few other friends (Jen was one of them) and they decided to form a band performing originals and folk rock and pop covers.
They perform regularly around the Algona, Iowa area. Deanna lives in Algona with her husband Bill and enjoys visiting her four children and 4 grandkids.
Jennifer Garman also lives in Algona, Iowa with husband Vic and her two children. She has always sung at weddings and church functions but didn't take up guitar until 'middle age' at the urging of her brother in law, who also introduced her to Deanna. The rest is history!
Saturday Nov 8 - Hotel Pattee 3:00-3:50
Sunday Nov 9 - Security Bank Building 10:00-10:50
Deanna Mayer has played guitar most of her adult life, singing original lullabies to her children. She also performed at her church, and about 5 years ago she joined a few other friends (Jen was one of them) and they decided to form a band performing originals and folk rock and pop covers.
They perform regularly around the Algona, Iowa area. Deanna lives in Algona with her husband Bill and enjoys visiting her four children and 4 grandkids.
Jennifer Garman also lives in Algona, Iowa with husband Vic and her two children. She has always sung at weddings and church functions but didn't take up guitar until 'middle age' at the urging of her brother in law, who also introduced her to Deanna. The rest is history!
Tim Earp
Saturday Nov 8 - Hotel Pattee 2:00-2:50
Sunday Nov 9 - TownCraft Upper West 11:00-11:50
Tim Earp has been playing and listening to music since he can remember. He is an avid music collector, married and lives in Des Moines. Tim loves music from the early 30's & 40's. This is his third year playing Art on the Prairie. He can be found playing at the Hotel on occasion and private parties. His favorite color is blue.
Sunday Nov 9 - TownCraft Upper West 11:00-11:50
Tim Earp has been playing and listening to music since he can remember. He is an avid music collector, married and lives in Des Moines. Tim loves music from the early 30's & 40's. This is his third year playing Art on the Prairie. He can be found playing at the Hotel on occasion and private parties. His favorite color is blue.
Andy Fleming
Sunday Nov 9 - Security Bank Building 11:00-11:50
Sunday Nov 9 - Hotel Pattee 1:00-1:50
brotrucker.com
Andy Fleming is the singer/songwriter for Des Moines, Iowa band Brother Trucker. They've released 4 CD's - 3 on Iowa City Trailer Records. Fleming grew up in Davenport, Iowa and relocated to Des Moines in 1994. Michael Swanger of Cityview Magazine wrote "...Brother Trucker’s singer-songwriter-guitarist Andy Fleming has always had a knack for writing songs that champion the downtrodden, the forgotten and the working class heroes of society so that they remind us of the commonality of our humanity." Fleming writes about what he knows best - the hard working people of the Midwest. Andy maintains an active solo schedule in addition to Brother Trucker's touring schedule.
Sunday Nov 9 - Hotel Pattee 1:00-1:50
brotrucker.com
Andy Fleming is the singer/songwriter for Des Moines, Iowa band Brother Trucker. They've released 4 CD's - 3 on Iowa City Trailer Records. Fleming grew up in Davenport, Iowa and relocated to Des Moines in 1994. Michael Swanger of Cityview Magazine wrote "...Brother Trucker’s singer-songwriter-guitarist Andy Fleming has always had a knack for writing songs that champion the downtrodden, the forgotten and the working class heroes of society so that they remind us of the commonality of our humanity." Fleming writes about what he knows best - the hard working people of the Midwest. Andy maintains an active solo schedule in addition to Brother Trucker's touring schedule.
Lincoln Grimes
Saturday Nov 8 - Security Bank Building 11:00-11:50
Saturday Nov 8 - White Spaces 1:00-1:50
I have been passionately pursuing the art of music for nearly 25 years. I came from a musical background. Gary Grimes (my dad) was a founding member of the Des Moines band The Cavaliers that began back in the late 50's early 60's. I began my musical pursuits in the 4th grade, trying my hand at the trumpet. My teacher happened to be the guy that taught my dad and told me to try something else. Good honest advice. Thankfully I took that advice and picked up the guitar soon after and the guitar has been a great friend of mine ever since. I've played many styles of music through the years both original compositions and interpretations of already written songs. I'm always in search of a sound that moves me and alters my perspective on life. In high school and shortly after, I played in the rock band Redwing. We wrote many songs and had a great time getting the most out of our youth. In 1996, I took a break from playing to concentrate on work and family growth, but began playing professionally again in 2004. I now play with Crooked Mile and I couldn't be happier as I continue to grow both musically and now vocally. Playing music for an audience is something that excites me and music will always be my true passion in life.
Saturday Nov 8 - White Spaces 1:00-1:50
I have been passionately pursuing the art of music for nearly 25 years. I came from a musical background. Gary Grimes (my dad) was a founding member of the Des Moines band The Cavaliers that began back in the late 50's early 60's. I began my musical pursuits in the 4th grade, trying my hand at the trumpet. My teacher happened to be the guy that taught my dad and told me to try something else. Good honest advice. Thankfully I took that advice and picked up the guitar soon after and the guitar has been a great friend of mine ever since. I've played many styles of music through the years both original compositions and interpretations of already written songs. I'm always in search of a sound that moves me and alters my perspective on life. In high school and shortly after, I played in the rock band Redwing. We wrote many songs and had a great time getting the most out of our youth. In 1996, I took a break from playing to concentrate on work and family growth, but began playing professionally again in 2004. I now play with Crooked Mile and I couldn't be happier as I continue to grow both musically and now vocally. Playing music for an audience is something that excites me and music will always be my true passion in life.
Curry Harter
Saturday Nov 8 - TownCraft Upper West 2:00-2:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Security Bank Building 3:00-3:50
http://www.heartlandentertainment.com/
Curry is a seasoned pro, playing blues and gospel across the continent for over 40 years. VENUES: Los Angeles Music Awards ~ B. B. King’s House of Blues, Universal City, CA ~ The Mint, LA, CA ~ Babe’s and Ricky’s ~ Angel’s Roadhouse ~ Green Fest ~ The Vault ~ The Boiler Room ~ Blue Guitar ~ The Ponderosa ~ Crossroads ~ British Bulldog ~ Stell’s ~ Gram’s ~ Pride Festival, L.A. ~ Orange Fest, Riverside ~ Walk For Life, San Bernardino ~ Apple Valley ~ The Open Door, Sonrise, Westminster House, Vancouver, BC ~ Save Me Concert, Davao City, Philippines ~ and many others…. PLAYED WITH OR OPENED FOR: Marcia Ball, Spider John Koerner, Finis Tasby, Kal David, Mobetta Loretta, Kent Burnside and The New Generation, Lightning Red, Spiro Nicolopoulos, The Greg Stein Group, Hobo Jazz, Mike Taylor, Bob Pace, Rob Lumbard, Matt Woods, Kelly McGuire, Brian Price, Stanly Butler, Oso Rey, Matt Coleman, Alain Emmanuel, Brian Holtz, Olga Tapia, King’s Men, Big Dave Little, Cliff Vermillion, Testimony, Reassigned, Mustard, Marianne Keith, Chad Patrick, Big Papa & the TCB, Mia Mercado, Jacob Calderon, Ben Rombouts, The Other Side, All Marbles, Phoenix, Bucksworth, Jacob Calderon, Taylor, Crystal Marie, and many others…. STUDIO RECORDINGS: Fender, Norco, CA ~ Green Door, Riverside, CA ~ Grapevine, Vancouver, BC ~ Topanga Canyon Analog, CA ~ Living Sound, Des Moines, IA ~ and others…. FILMS: Peace Love 2 Hours ~ Ecoheartland CD-ALBUMS: Peace for Life ~ Master’s Eyes ~ Natural Blue ~ The Spirit of Christmas ~ The Duke Michaels Project ~ Baby Rock Me, Ken Jones ~ Blue Bird, Mia Mercado ~ Heartwing, Gary Banta ~ Avery, Brian Holtz ~ and others….
Saturday Nov 8 - Security Bank Building 3:00-3:50
http://www.heartlandentertainment.com/
Curry is a seasoned pro, playing blues and gospel across the continent for over 40 years. VENUES: Los Angeles Music Awards ~ B. B. King’s House of Blues, Universal City, CA ~ The Mint, LA, CA ~ Babe’s and Ricky’s ~ Angel’s Roadhouse ~ Green Fest ~ The Vault ~ The Boiler Room ~ Blue Guitar ~ The Ponderosa ~ Crossroads ~ British Bulldog ~ Stell’s ~ Gram’s ~ Pride Festival, L.A. ~ Orange Fest, Riverside ~ Walk For Life, San Bernardino ~ Apple Valley ~ The Open Door, Sonrise, Westminster House, Vancouver, BC ~ Save Me Concert, Davao City, Philippines ~ and many others…. PLAYED WITH OR OPENED FOR: Marcia Ball, Spider John Koerner, Finis Tasby, Kal David, Mobetta Loretta, Kent Burnside and The New Generation, Lightning Red, Spiro Nicolopoulos, The Greg Stein Group, Hobo Jazz, Mike Taylor, Bob Pace, Rob Lumbard, Matt Woods, Kelly McGuire, Brian Price, Stanly Butler, Oso Rey, Matt Coleman, Alain Emmanuel, Brian Holtz, Olga Tapia, King’s Men, Big Dave Little, Cliff Vermillion, Testimony, Reassigned, Mustard, Marianne Keith, Chad Patrick, Big Papa & the TCB, Mia Mercado, Jacob Calderon, Ben Rombouts, The Other Side, All Marbles, Phoenix, Bucksworth, Jacob Calderon, Taylor, Crystal Marie, and many others…. STUDIO RECORDINGS: Fender, Norco, CA ~ Green Door, Riverside, CA ~ Grapevine, Vancouver, BC ~ Topanga Canyon Analog, CA ~ Living Sound, Des Moines, IA ~ and others…. FILMS: Peace Love 2 Hours ~ Ecoheartland CD-ALBUMS: Peace for Life ~ Master’s Eyes ~ Natural Blue ~ The Spirit of Christmas ~ The Duke Michaels Project ~ Baby Rock Me, Ken Jones ~ Blue Bird, Mia Mercado ~ Heartwing, Gary Banta ~ Avery, Brian Holtz ~ and others….
Patresa Hartman
Saturday Nov 8 - Hotel Pattee 10:00-10:50
Saturday Nov 8 - TownCraft Upper West 12:00-12:50
Age and experience have honed the mature and soulful voice of a woman who has something to say. As Hartman puts it, making music is really about making an important human connection. “I use songwriting as a way to understand my own human experiences--insecurity, triumph, longing, frustration--and then communicate them in the most honest way I know how.”
The result is a dynamic set of original songs in what Hartman calls “soul-folk” style. Taking turns behind both the guitar and the piano, Hartman’s compositions meld musical flavors of Janis Joplin, Miranda Lambert, Ingrid Michaelson, and Ani Difranco. Confessional lyrics and heart-opening melodies mingle with relatable storytelling to make every performance an intimate one and every audience a gathering of friends.
Hartman’s debut album, "the only way down," along with a companion book of essays about the songs, was released August 2014.
WEBSITE: http://www.patresahartman.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/patresahartmanmusic
REVERBNATION: https://www.reverbnation.com/patresahartman
(Photo Credit: Melissa Stukenholtz from Gorman House Photography)
Saturday Nov 8 - TownCraft Upper West 12:00-12:50
Age and experience have honed the mature and soulful voice of a woman who has something to say. As Hartman puts it, making music is really about making an important human connection. “I use songwriting as a way to understand my own human experiences--insecurity, triumph, longing, frustration--and then communicate them in the most honest way I know how.”
The result is a dynamic set of original songs in what Hartman calls “soul-folk” style. Taking turns behind both the guitar and the piano, Hartman’s compositions meld musical flavors of Janis Joplin, Miranda Lambert, Ingrid Michaelson, and Ani Difranco. Confessional lyrics and heart-opening melodies mingle with relatable storytelling to make every performance an intimate one and every audience a gathering of friends.
Hartman’s debut album, "the only way down," along with a companion book of essays about the songs, was released August 2014.
WEBSITE: http://www.patresahartman.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/patresahartmanmusic
REVERBNATION: https://www.reverbnation.com/patresahartman
(Photo Credit: Melissa Stukenholtz from Gorman House Photography)
Steffen Heins
Sunday Nov 9 - TownCraft Upper West 10:00-10:50
Sunday Nov 9 - Hotel Pattee 12:00-12:50
http://www.iowarecords.com
Steffen Heins plays and creates down home music from a country boy still longing for those carefree, easy days of living in great outdoor spaces. But don't expect the music to be all 'twang. Be ready for some popular folk, acoustic blues, hints of bluegrass, and an occasional gospel. This is American roots music.. Americana... and truly, acoustic music from the heartland. Steffen has been performing live since 1992 in coffeehouses, festivals, fairs and other public appearances throughout the state of Iowa; including a 6 month music adventure to Portland, Oregon in 1995. In 1994, Steffen released his first album, On & On, featuring the songs "Little Love of Mine", "Spiders Web", and "Lady November". In 1997, the Jenni Rain album was released featuring the hit title track "Jenni Rain", "Too Poor To Be Famous", and "Who was the King". Currently, Steffen continues to perform both solo and with an Iowa local-favorite band, the Home Grown Tomatoes.
Sunday Nov 9 - Hotel Pattee 12:00-12:50
http://www.iowarecords.com
Steffen Heins plays and creates down home music from a country boy still longing for those carefree, easy days of living in great outdoor spaces. But don't expect the music to be all 'twang. Be ready for some popular folk, acoustic blues, hints of bluegrass, and an occasional gospel. This is American roots music.. Americana... and truly, acoustic music from the heartland. Steffen has been performing live since 1992 in coffeehouses, festivals, fairs and other public appearances throughout the state of Iowa; including a 6 month music adventure to Portland, Oregon in 1995. In 1994, Steffen released his first album, On & On, featuring the songs "Little Love of Mine", "Spiders Web", and "Lady November". In 1997, the Jenni Rain album was released featuring the hit title track "Jenni Rain", "Too Poor To Be Famous", and "Who was the King". Currently, Steffen continues to perform both solo and with an Iowa local-favorite band, the Home Grown Tomatoes.
High Crest
Saturday Nov 8 - White Spaces 3:00-3:50
Saturday Nov 8 - La Poste/ Artist Reception 5:30-…
http://www.thehighcrest.com
Aaron Earl Short and Kat Darling formed the band The High Crest in 2006. The husband-wife duo blends the sounds of rich harmonies, whistling harmonica, and boogieing guitar to the heartbeat rhythms of the djembe, calling it “folk & roll”. The relatable writing brings attention to life’s absurdities and sincerity, all traveling at about 45mph in the fast lane. The two accompany each other with respect for their original songs, creating memorable music and shows. They perform weekly around Iowa and in the Des Moines area. The High Crest continues to develop independently, currently producing Aaron’s debut solo album, “Strange” to be followed by their family album “Simple Songs Simple Feelings” to be released this year.
Saturday Nov 8 - La Poste/ Artist Reception 5:30-…
http://www.thehighcrest.com
Aaron Earl Short and Kat Darling formed the band The High Crest in 2006. The husband-wife duo blends the sounds of rich harmonies, whistling harmonica, and boogieing guitar to the heartbeat rhythms of the djembe, calling it “folk & roll”. The relatable writing brings attention to life’s absurdities and sincerity, all traveling at about 45mph in the fast lane. The two accompany each other with respect for their original songs, creating memorable music and shows. They perform weekly around Iowa and in the Des Moines area. The High Crest continues to develop independently, currently producing Aaron’s debut solo album, “Strange” to be followed by their family album “Simple Songs Simple Feelings” to be released this year.
The Honeybees, Rae Fehring and Jenny Kohls
Saturday Nov 8 - Town Craft Upper West 10:00-10:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 12:00-12:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Security Bank Building 2:00-2:50
"Rae and the Honeybees are, in a word, delightful...(Rae is a) nakedly honest storyteller and has a silky-smooth voice that’s more than capable of handling the emotional swings in their songs."- Cityview
Rae found a great backing vocalist and lead guitar to support her individual brand of acoustic rock back in october 2007. Rae and Jenny formed the Honeybees and have been rocking acoustic sounds since. They recorded their first ep (Faders Up) before the end of that winter, and it was released in the fall of 2008. For most of 2008, they added a full drum kit and bass to fill out the sound as they started to play larger venues including: The Elbo Room, Detroit Pride Mainstage, Capitol City Pride Mainstage, The Englert Theatre, and many more. Rae and Jenny have expanded the instrumentation beyond acoustic guitars. Over the last year, they've included bass and keys to re-imagine many of their songs. Currently, they are writing new material and will be playing gigs at a venue near you...
"tHb can rip through the rockers...or throttle back on tunes like the rootsy, harmony-laced 'Impotent Heart,' or 'Hallelujah'," lead singer Rae's voice "floats like honey over the sometimes stinging guitars,"— Sharpe Smith, The Des Moines Register
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 12:00-12:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Security Bank Building 2:00-2:50
"Rae and the Honeybees are, in a word, delightful...(Rae is a) nakedly honest storyteller and has a silky-smooth voice that’s more than capable of handling the emotional swings in their songs."- Cityview
Rae found a great backing vocalist and lead guitar to support her individual brand of acoustic rock back in october 2007. Rae and Jenny formed the Honeybees and have been rocking acoustic sounds since. They recorded their first ep (Faders Up) before the end of that winter, and it was released in the fall of 2008. For most of 2008, they added a full drum kit and bass to fill out the sound as they started to play larger venues including: The Elbo Room, Detroit Pride Mainstage, Capitol City Pride Mainstage, The Englert Theatre, and many more. Rae and Jenny have expanded the instrumentation beyond acoustic guitars. Over the last year, they've included bass and keys to re-imagine many of their songs. Currently, they are writing new material and will be playing gigs at a venue near you...
"tHb can rip through the rockers...or throttle back on tunes like the rootsy, harmony-laced 'Impotent Heart,' or 'Hallelujah'," lead singer Rae's voice "floats like honey over the sometimes stinging guitars,"— Sharpe Smith, The Des Moines Register
Marilyn Jerome
Sunday Nov 9 - Hotel Pattee 10:00-10:50
Sunday Nov 9 - White Spaces 12:00-12:50
Marilyn enjoys singing an eclectic mix of tunes and gets a kick out of “flipping” an old tune into a more contemporary version. Her style is a fusion of blues, folk, country, and old rock and roll. She covers Tom Petty, Nora Jones, The Who, Neil Young, Bonnie Raitt, the Marshall Tucker Band, and many others. She enjoys playing at Farmer’s Markets around the Des Moines metro area, coffee houses, small house parties, wineries, and a few larger venues, as well. She has been in a trio that performed for the Christmas Tree Lighting at the DM Science Center, the Corn Dog Kick-off at the Fairgrounds, and this year had the privilege of entertaining thousand of bikers as they passed through Minburn, IA for RAGBRAI. She solos at Palmer's Deli and played for the Tallgrass Theatre this year in her first-ever play. Her favorite “gig” is a weekly show at area nursing homes. She lives in Urbandale with her husband, four children, and several pets.
Sunday Nov 9 - White Spaces 12:00-12:50
Marilyn enjoys singing an eclectic mix of tunes and gets a kick out of “flipping” an old tune into a more contemporary version. Her style is a fusion of blues, folk, country, and old rock and roll. She covers Tom Petty, Nora Jones, The Who, Neil Young, Bonnie Raitt, the Marshall Tucker Band, and many others. She enjoys playing at Farmer’s Markets around the Des Moines metro area, coffee houses, small house parties, wineries, and a few larger venues, as well. She has been in a trio that performed for the Christmas Tree Lighting at the DM Science Center, the Corn Dog Kick-off at the Fairgrounds, and this year had the privilege of entertaining thousand of bikers as they passed through Minburn, IA for RAGBRAI. She solos at Palmer's Deli and played for the Tallgrass Theatre this year in her first-ever play. Her favorite “gig” is a weekly show at area nursing homes. She lives in Urbandale with her husband, four children, and several pets.
Brian Joens
Sunday Nov 9 - White Spaces 10:00-10:50
Sunday Nov 9 - Carnegie Upper 12:00-12:00
http://www.brianjoens.com
Brian Joens, the mop-topped guitarist with The Rolling Stones, drowned under mysterious circumstances in 1969. The coroner's report stated it was "death by misadventure." Brian Joens was born and raised in small town Manning, Iowa and is alive and well, living in Des Moines. He is a much better swimmer. Over the last 18 years, he's toured the midwest and released 8 cds. His latest, “ The Black and White Years,” was released in July 2011. In addition to working numerous day jobs, Joens hosts Dirt Road Radio every Monday evening on KFMG in Des Moines and operates his own small business writing personal wedding songs, in addition to tending his garden and puttering around the yard.
Sunday Nov 9 - Carnegie Upper 12:00-12:00
http://www.brianjoens.com
Brian Joens, the mop-topped guitarist with The Rolling Stones, drowned under mysterious circumstances in 1969. The coroner's report stated it was "death by misadventure." Brian Joens was born and raised in small town Manning, Iowa and is alive and well, living in Des Moines. He is a much better swimmer. Over the last 18 years, he's toured the midwest and released 8 cds. His latest, “ The Black and White Years,” was released in July 2011. In addition to working numerous day jobs, Joens hosts Dirt Road Radio every Monday evening on KFMG in Des Moines and operates his own small business writing personal wedding songs, in addition to tending his garden and puttering around the yard.
Just Cause, Scott Buchanan and Mia Hegarty
Saturday Nov 8 - White Spaces 11:00-11:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Hotel Pattee 1:00-1:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 3:00-3:50
JUST CAUSE is the casual collaboration of Mia Hegarty-Roach (vocals) and Scott Buchanan,(guitar, harmonica, vocals), who perform traditional to contemporary song styles that feature acoustic guitar and vocal harmony. JUST CAUSE performs songs by John Prine, Bob Dylan, Steve Goodman, Richard Thompson, Doc Watson, Merle Travis, The Carter Family, The Band, The Indigo Girls, Eva Cassidy, Allison Krauss and many others.
Mia hails from the Loess Hills and can't remember when singing wasn't a part of living. Grade school operettas and church programs led to leads in high school chorus and swing choir. Did the usual rounds at weddings, eschewing "The Wedding Song" (but then caving to pressure and singing "Wind Beneath My Wings”). Was privileged to front for her dad's rock band, "The Myddleclasse." Married, two daughters. Day Job She’s Keeping: Ph.D, Clinical Psychology.
Scott’s musical footings go back to church choir and the first rock band he and his pals formed in eighth grade: The Griefs. From dorm rooms and street corners, he picked up songs and styles from friends and folks just passing through. Would not care to live in a world without music. Married, two daughters. Day Job He’s Keeping: Attorney at Law.
Saturday Nov 8 - Hotel Pattee 1:00-1:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 3:00-3:50
JUST CAUSE is the casual collaboration of Mia Hegarty-Roach (vocals) and Scott Buchanan,(guitar, harmonica, vocals), who perform traditional to contemporary song styles that feature acoustic guitar and vocal harmony. JUST CAUSE performs songs by John Prine, Bob Dylan, Steve Goodman, Richard Thompson, Doc Watson, Merle Travis, The Carter Family, The Band, The Indigo Girls, Eva Cassidy, Allison Krauss and many others.
Mia hails from the Loess Hills and can't remember when singing wasn't a part of living. Grade school operettas and church programs led to leads in high school chorus and swing choir. Did the usual rounds at weddings, eschewing "The Wedding Song" (but then caving to pressure and singing "Wind Beneath My Wings”). Was privileged to front for her dad's rock band, "The Myddleclasse." Married, two daughters. Day Job She’s Keeping: Ph.D, Clinical Psychology.
Scott’s musical footings go back to church choir and the first rock band he and his pals formed in eighth grade: The Griefs. From dorm rooms and street corners, he picked up songs and styles from friends and folks just passing through. Would not care to live in a world without music. Married, two daughters. Day Job He’s Keeping: Attorney at Law.
Dennis Kain
Saturday Nov 8 - Security Bank Building 12:00-12:50
Saturday Nov 8 - White Spaces 2:00-2:50
Dennis Kain, singer/songwriter based in central Iowa, a 2012 Mountain stage new song contestant with 40 years professional music experience.
Release of CD professionally produced by Jerry Yester (Lovin' Spoonful) who has produced Tom Waits, Tim Buckley, Association etc. coming out this fall. Recently finished Rocky Mountain Song school in Lyons Colorado. All original material is very diverse and covers a wide spectrum and very provocative.
Saturday Nov 8 - White Spaces 2:00-2:50
Dennis Kain, singer/songwriter based in central Iowa, a 2012 Mountain stage new song contestant with 40 years professional music experience.
Release of CD professionally produced by Jerry Yester (Lovin' Spoonful) who has produced Tom Waits, Tim Buckley, Association etc. coming out this fall. Recently finished Rocky Mountain Song school in Lyons Colorado. All original material is very diverse and covers a wide spectrum and very provocative.
Big Joe Kinser
Saturday Nov 8 - Security Bank Building 10:00-10:50
Saturday Nov 8 - White Spaces 12:00-12:50
http://www.reverbnation.com/bigjoekinser
Big Joe Kinser plays acoustic guitar-driven American roots music. Occupying that space between country, rock, folk and blues, he writes and sing songs that are by turns humorous and heartbreaking. Big Joe's voice has a rich and emotional quality that can conjure Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Roy Orbison, Ray Charles or Burl Ives. Add to this his onstage "arid" sense of humor and you have an evening of great fun and great music.
Saturday Nov 8 - White Spaces 12:00-12:50
http://www.reverbnation.com/bigjoekinser
Big Joe Kinser plays acoustic guitar-driven American roots music. Occupying that space between country, rock, folk and blues, he writes and sing songs that are by turns humorous and heartbreaking. Big Joe's voice has a rich and emotional quality that can conjure Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Roy Orbison, Ray Charles or Burl Ives. Add to this his onstage "arid" sense of humor and you have an evening of great fun and great music.
Rob Lumbard
Sunday Nov 9 - Hotel Pattee 11:00-11:50
Sunday Nov 9 - Carnegie Upper 1:00-1:50
http://roblumbard.com
I got my early musical education sitting in with musicians in the bars up on Forest Avenue and Harding Road here in Des Moines. Rose Marie Webster, Luther Allison, Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee were some of the people I bugged till they let me play harp or a little guitar with them. I gigged around as a solo act until I joined The Wapsie River Band in 1980. I barn stormed the Midwest with them for ten years. Quite a few of the songs I’ve written were inspired by those times of playing biker bars and dives. In 1990 I went back to playing solo, opening up for Lyle Lovett, The Band, The Austin Lounge Lizards, Dan Hicks, Jerry Jeff Walker, Norman Blake, Steve Forbert, Leon Redbone, and countless Blues acts that came through Iowa. This coupled with a weekly gig at Flanagan’s, enabled me to record a couple of cds on the Hot Fudge label. I was also a part of the trio Two Bobs and a Babe which included Hot Fudge label-mates Bob Dorr and Molly Nova. My music is Blues/Folk based but depending where I’m playing, you might find me covering a Jazz standard, Robert Johnson, Lyle Lovett or doing a set of my own tunes. My finger-picking guitar style can be traced back to my high school years of listening to Hot Tuna, Doc Watson and all the Blues, and Bluegrass albums I could get my hands on. Myslide playing was influenced by Johnny Winter, Lowell George and Ry Cooder. For slide I use a ’29 National and for most of my regular guitar work I use a ’35 Epiphone archtop. Mysongwriting has been heavily influenced by the Texas songwriters and tends towards self-deprecating humor. This year I’ll be playing festivals, bar rooms, restaurants, churches, private parties from here to Rabbit Hash, Kentucky. Mostly I’m still a solo act but I also play guitar for The CJC Big Band, and The Party Gras Classic Jazz Band. My songs can be heard on KUNI and KFMG radio. My music has appeared in several Public Television projects, which have received EMMY, and other awards. I’ve been a member of the Central Iowa Blues Society and have participated in their Blues in the Schools program. I also take on a limited number of guitar students.
Sunday Nov 9 - Carnegie Upper 1:00-1:50
http://roblumbard.com
I got my early musical education sitting in with musicians in the bars up on Forest Avenue and Harding Road here in Des Moines. Rose Marie Webster, Luther Allison, Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee were some of the people I bugged till they let me play harp or a little guitar with them. I gigged around as a solo act until I joined The Wapsie River Band in 1980. I barn stormed the Midwest with them for ten years. Quite a few of the songs I’ve written were inspired by those times of playing biker bars and dives. In 1990 I went back to playing solo, opening up for Lyle Lovett, The Band, The Austin Lounge Lizards, Dan Hicks, Jerry Jeff Walker, Norman Blake, Steve Forbert, Leon Redbone, and countless Blues acts that came through Iowa. This coupled with a weekly gig at Flanagan’s, enabled me to record a couple of cds on the Hot Fudge label. I was also a part of the trio Two Bobs and a Babe which included Hot Fudge label-mates Bob Dorr and Molly Nova. My music is Blues/Folk based but depending where I’m playing, you might find me covering a Jazz standard, Robert Johnson, Lyle Lovett or doing a set of my own tunes. My finger-picking guitar style can be traced back to my high school years of listening to Hot Tuna, Doc Watson and all the Blues, and Bluegrass albums I could get my hands on. Myslide playing was influenced by Johnny Winter, Lowell George and Ry Cooder. For slide I use a ’29 National and for most of my regular guitar work I use a ’35 Epiphone archtop. Mysongwriting has been heavily influenced by the Texas songwriters and tends towards self-deprecating humor. This year I’ll be playing festivals, bar rooms, restaurants, churches, private parties from here to Rabbit Hash, Kentucky. Mostly I’m still a solo act but I also play guitar for The CJC Big Band, and The Party Gras Classic Jazz Band. My songs can be heard on KUNI and KFMG radio. My music has appeared in several Public Television projects, which have received EMMY, and other awards. I’ve been a member of the Central Iowa Blues Society and have participated in their Blues in the Schools program. I also take on a limited number of guitar students.
Mary McAdams
Saturday Nov 8 - White Spaces 10:00-10:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 11:00-11:50
http://www.marymcadams.com
Mary was a Regional Finalist in the Mountain Stage “NewSong” songwriting contest in August 2010 and won 2nd place in the 14th Annual Susanne Millsaps Songwriter Showcase at the Snowbird Mountain Music Festival in July 2010. Mary was a Regional finalist in the Lilith Fair Local Talent Search in July 2010 and was a Finalist in the Big Top Chautauqua Songwriting Contest in Bayfield, WI in August 2010. Mary is a Des Moines-based singer, songwriter and educator. Her music is a mix of folk and Americana blended with the blues. She performs at Music Festivals, Art Festivals, coffeehouses, community groups and schools. Mary performed at an Official Showcase for the 2010 Sundance Film Festival with the 2010 Access Film-Music Showcase in Park City, UT. In late 2009 she showcased at the Crossroads Entertainment Conference in Des Moines, IA. She was a finalist in the Minnesota Folk Festival “New Folk Songwriting Contest” in 2002 and 2005. Mary runs Ritual Café’s evening Open mic, which provides space for new songwriters and performers to develop their skills. Mary has been on the IAC Performing Artist Roster since 2005 and is an active teaching artist with Metro Arts Alliance. Mary is a member of Nashville Songwriters Association International and has received commissions to write songs for a local organization. She is a teaching artist and teaches songwriting in the schools to grades K-8 with an emphasis on working in schools with under served populations and schools that have lost their arts programming. Mary annually attends the Planet Bluegrass Song School in Colorado to study with the nations top songwriters. Mary performs solo, duo and with her band. Mary’s artistic mission includes building a strong and acclaimed songwriting community in Des Moines, IA. Mary received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin. Go Badgers. Press Quote: “Mary McAdams brings a mother’s love and a lover’s passion to the 10 original compositions on this Iowa-based release. Mary can serve up slow and saucy roadhouse blues, earnest Americana roots rockin’ or a lullabye ballad with equal authenticity. From the funky piano fills of “Greed” to the simple guitar picking of “Fourth of July” – you’ll fall in love with the subjects in Mary’s songs.”
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 11:00-11:50
http://www.marymcadams.com
Mary was a Regional Finalist in the Mountain Stage “NewSong” songwriting contest in August 2010 and won 2nd place in the 14th Annual Susanne Millsaps Songwriter Showcase at the Snowbird Mountain Music Festival in July 2010. Mary was a Regional finalist in the Lilith Fair Local Talent Search in July 2010 and was a Finalist in the Big Top Chautauqua Songwriting Contest in Bayfield, WI in August 2010. Mary is a Des Moines-based singer, songwriter and educator. Her music is a mix of folk and Americana blended with the blues. She performs at Music Festivals, Art Festivals, coffeehouses, community groups and schools. Mary performed at an Official Showcase for the 2010 Sundance Film Festival with the 2010 Access Film-Music Showcase in Park City, UT. In late 2009 she showcased at the Crossroads Entertainment Conference in Des Moines, IA. She was a finalist in the Minnesota Folk Festival “New Folk Songwriting Contest” in 2002 and 2005. Mary runs Ritual Café’s evening Open mic, which provides space for new songwriters and performers to develop their skills. Mary has been on the IAC Performing Artist Roster since 2005 and is an active teaching artist with Metro Arts Alliance. Mary is a member of Nashville Songwriters Association International and has received commissions to write songs for a local organization. She is a teaching artist and teaches songwriting in the schools to grades K-8 with an emphasis on working in schools with under served populations and schools that have lost their arts programming. Mary annually attends the Planet Bluegrass Song School in Colorado to study with the nations top songwriters. Mary performs solo, duo and with her band. Mary’s artistic mission includes building a strong and acclaimed songwriting community in Des Moines, IA. Mary received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin. Go Badgers. Press Quote: “Mary McAdams brings a mother’s love and a lover’s passion to the 10 original compositions on this Iowa-based release. Mary can serve up slow and saucy roadhouse blues, earnest Americana roots rockin’ or a lullabye ballad with equal authenticity. From the funky piano fills of “Greed” to the simple guitar picking of “Fourth of July” – you’ll fall in love with the subjects in Mary’s songs.”
Will Mueller
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 2:00-2:50
Saturday Nov 8 - TownCraft Upper West 3:00-3:50
http://www.willmuellermusic.com
Will Mueller is a singer songwriter who is continuing on a musical tradition that has been in his family for over five generations. Will is a multi-instrumentalist who has literally performed from the muddy banks of the Mississippi to the peaks of the Colorado Rockies. He has performed twice at the Iowa Governor’s mansion, as well as the Iowa State Fair, various county fairs and festivals, live radio shows, house concerts, and numerous clubs and private functions. Using humor and “good ol’ Iowa common sense” Will mixes his writing and performance skills to meet the needs of each event. Bill has performed solo, as part of the Homegrown Tomatoes duo (with Steffen Heins) and as a “hired gun” with various acts in need of someone on fiddle, mandolin, or banjo. For almost two decades he has been on the roster of the Iowa Arts Council. Will’s instruments include: Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle, Harmonica, Banjo CD Credits: All I Can Say -solo Picked and Preserved -Homegrown Tomatoes Ripe for the Pickin’ -Homegrown Tomatoes.
Saturday Nov 8 - TownCraft Upper West 3:00-3:50
http://www.willmuellermusic.com
Will Mueller is a singer songwriter who is continuing on a musical tradition that has been in his family for over five generations. Will is a multi-instrumentalist who has literally performed from the muddy banks of the Mississippi to the peaks of the Colorado Rockies. He has performed twice at the Iowa Governor’s mansion, as well as the Iowa State Fair, various county fairs and festivals, live radio shows, house concerts, and numerous clubs and private functions. Using humor and “good ol’ Iowa common sense” Will mixes his writing and performance skills to meet the needs of each event. Bill has performed solo, as part of the Homegrown Tomatoes duo (with Steffen Heins) and as a “hired gun” with various acts in need of someone on fiddle, mandolin, or banjo. For almost two decades he has been on the roster of the Iowa Arts Council. Will’s instruments include: Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle, Harmonica, Banjo CD Credits: All I Can Say -solo Picked and Preserved -Homegrown Tomatoes Ripe for the Pickin’ -Homegrown Tomatoes.
Nichols and Kiefer
Sunday Nov 9 - Carnegie Upper 11:00-11:50
Sunday Nov 9 - White Space 1:00-1:50
Chris Nichols, Doug Nichols and Brad Kiefer- Brad's musical journey began as a child, listening to Wilbur and Nancy Renfrow's bluegrass band play at the Fall Festival in Dallas Center. Too young to stay up late and listen to them jam in the park across the street, he listened through his bedroom window, falling asleep before they were done. Later in life when Brad ran into Wilbur at a bluegrass festival in Newton, Wilbur invited him over for their long-standing tradition of Friday night picking. Doug's love of music carried over to his sons, Chris and Ben. With a trap set in their kitchen, and guitars and banjos at the ready, the three jammed together throughout the years and eventually formed the band, Pocketful of Nickels. Now they get together with friends to play music. Doug joins Brad for Renfrow's Friday night picking.
Sunday Nov 9 - White Space 1:00-1:50
Chris Nichols, Doug Nichols and Brad Kiefer- Brad's musical journey began as a child, listening to Wilbur and Nancy Renfrow's bluegrass band play at the Fall Festival in Dallas Center. Too young to stay up late and listen to them jam in the park across the street, he listened through his bedroom window, falling asleep before they were done. Later in life when Brad ran into Wilbur at a bluegrass festival in Newton, Wilbur invited him over for their long-standing tradition of Friday night picking. Doug's love of music carried over to his sons, Chris and Ben. With a trap set in their kitchen, and guitars and banjos at the ready, the three jammed together throughout the years and eventually formed the band, Pocketful of Nickels. Now they get together with friends to play music. Doug joins Brad for Renfrow's Friday night picking.
Steve Parnell
Sunday Nov 9 - Security Bank Building 12:00-12:50
Sunday Nov 9 - TownCraft Upper West 1:00-1:50
In addition to owning BRG Music, Steve teaches guitar and is also the Compliance Officer at Abilities Unlimited. Steve has been playing guitar since 1968 and writing music that entire time. He also helps to lead the worship team at Crossroads Church in Perry. Steve and his wife Liz are foster / adoptive parents and are currently working on kid #37. They are down to five kids in the home this week .... T.R.O.G.'s music this weekend is all original, family friendly and inspirational in nature.
Sunday Nov 9 - TownCraft Upper West 1:00-1:50
In addition to owning BRG Music, Steve teaches guitar and is also the Compliance Officer at Abilities Unlimited. Steve has been playing guitar since 1968 and writing music that entire time. He also helps to lead the worship team at Crossroads Church in Perry. Steve and his wife Liz are foster / adoptive parents and are currently working on kid #37. They are down to five kids in the home this week .... T.R.O.G.'s music this weekend is all original, family friendly and inspirational in nature.
Jean-Marie Salem
Sunday Nov 9 - White Spaces 11:00-11:50
Sunday Nov 9 - Security Bank Building 1:00-1:50
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jean-Marie-Salem-Project/458068250949187?sk=timeline
Playing the guitar and writing songs since she was five years old, Jean-Marie Salem’s music is a collection of exotic lyrics and sounds that move you and will stick with you all day. Born in Eastern Iowa and raised in Des Moines, Iowa, Jean-Marie’s first instrument was a Ukulele given to her by family friends. Jean-Marie describes her music as follows: “It allows listeners to focus on what they want out of life by opening up their soul to achieve their life dream. I want people to succeed and be happy.”
Sunday Nov 9 - Security Bank Building 1:00-1:50
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jean-Marie-Salem-Project/458068250949187?sk=timeline
Playing the guitar and writing songs since she was five years old, Jean-Marie Salem’s music is a collection of exotic lyrics and sounds that move you and will stick with you all day. Born in Eastern Iowa and raised in Des Moines, Iowa, Jean-Marie’s first instrument was a Ukulele given to her by family friends. Jean-Marie describes her music as follows: “It allows listeners to focus on what they want out of life by opening up their soul to achieve their life dream. I want people to succeed and be happy.”
Nick Vasquez
Saturday Nov 8 - Hotel Pattee 11:00-11:50
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 1:00-1:50
Nick Vasquez is a musician, songwriter/composer from Moline, Il. The Des Moines native performs acoustic folk/blues on guitar, as well as other various styles on piano with multiple groups around the Quad Cities. He studied music at St. Ambrose University, where he received a B.A. in Music with a focus in composition and theory. While working primarily with winners of the Iowa Blues Challenge, The Candymakers, he can be found in multiple venues around the Quad Cities.
Saturday Nov 8 - Carnegie Upper 1:00-1:50
Nick Vasquez is a musician, songwriter/composer from Moline, Il. The Des Moines native performs acoustic folk/blues on guitar, as well as other various styles on piano with multiple groups around the Quad Cities. He studied music at St. Ambrose University, where he received a B.A. in Music with a focus in composition and theory. While working primarily with winners of the Iowa Blues Challenge, The Candymakers, he can be found in multiple venues around the Quad Cities.