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Front Porch Presents is a four-times-a-year public performance series in collaboration with Lafayette's historic Town Hall Theatre. The April 5th show featured seven Front Porch Open Mic musical acts with a total of 20 performers. Lonesome Eddie & Saddle Sores was the featured band. Lobby entertainment by the bar by Thick As Thieves before the show.
Bekah Barnett stands out as a singer-songwriter whose jazz, folk, pop, and spiritual music blend offers a therapeutic journey through her lyrics. Albums like "Find Shelter Here" and "RISE" showcase her ability to connect deeply with her audience, further highlighted by her "Beautiful Girls" music video.
Marty Brinckerhoff's musical narrative unfolds in Lafayette, where a childhood intrigue with a guitar evolved into a passion for folk music and beyond. Known for performances at local venues and his ukulele teaching, Marty's love for music spans from the 1960s to the present.
Maureen Blumenthal and Richard Mason, known as Mo B. and Dick, create a harmonious blend, stemming from a chance meeting at a California Bluegrass camp a decade ago. Grafting compelling vocals and tight harmonies to old musical rootstock, this duo adds fresh flavor to a bumper crop of original and traditional songs.
Norm Bowen has been blending political, satirical, and personal themes into his music since the 1960s. His latest CD, "The Lupines and the Poppies," delves into California's racial history and his family's past, showcasing his storytelling prowess. A respected member of various music networks, Bowen's work offers a heartfelt exploration of love, loss, and resistance.
Michael Ching, a Lafayette actor and musician, brings depth to the stage with his performances in plays and musicals. Once a professional guitarist, he now finds joy in playing music inspired by his parents, former entertainers at the Forbidden City nightclub in San Francisco during the mid-20th century.
Lorna Kollmeyer, fronting Malibü Buckeroo and collaborating with various artists, captivates Bay Area audiences with her vibrant musical style. Lorna Kollmeyer’s performances, known for their liveliness and sincerity, have made her a beloved figure in regional music venues. This show featured her group Triage, with masterful harmonistas Amy Kessler and Sarah Gronquist.
Joe Peters, with 18 CDs under his belt, weaves a rich tapestry of songwriting influenced by his diverse background, including academia and global travels. His music, enriched with nature, philosophy, and science, firmly establishes him in the Bay Area scene and beyond.
In the Lobby to entertain .... Thick As Thieves featuring Jeff McMoyler, Jim Wiant, and Rocky Muir, who inject a refreshing mix of country, folk, pop, and classics into the Bay Area music landscape. Their engaging performances, enriched with originality and familiar themes, resonate widely with their audience.
Lonesome Eddie and the Saddle Sores is a Lafayette-based country band celebrating its 10th anniversary. Featuring pedal steel player, Lonesome Eddie, along with seven other talented musicians, they keep the harmonious sounds of country legends alive such as Patsy Cline, The Eagles, and Hank Williams, while delving into new material from artists like Lukas Nelson and Miranda Lambert. The band has performed at the Lafayette Art & Wine Festival (2023 & soon in 2024), Taste of Lafayette, and at favorite wineries, breweries, pubs, and street festivals in and around the region. www.lonesomeeddieandthesaddlesores.com
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