ACOUSTIC OPEN STAGE

This is an acoustic open stage, sound system set up in advance, just stand up and play. Share your songs (or stories- storytellers welcome) in a two song (think 7-9 minutes) rotation with whoever else is there to play, being respectful of others. Please support our business by buying drink and/or food.

RUPERT WATES

"Terrific hooks, deep lyrics, awesome voice and nearly astonishing fingerpicking chops – the real deal” (Monterey County Weekly CA) "Lyrically, these songs combine the economy of a Woody Guthrie ballad with the intricacies of contemporary singer-songwriter Richard Thompson" (Jim Abbott,Orlando Sentinel, May 21, 2013) "I was overwhelmed by how good he was, both lyrically and […]

THE WILDWOODS

They were enthusiastically received on their first visit last September- glad to have them back. Bio follows ticket link. THE WILDWOODS are an enchanting Folk/Americana trio based in Lincoln, Nebraska, whose flowing songwriting tandem has been praised by Paste Magazine as “focused and charmingly human”. The Wildwoods’ delicate melodies and descriptive lyrics come from nature, love, experiences […]

MUSTARD’S RETREAT

Bio follows ticket link: MUSTARD'S RETREAT has always sung the songs they enjoyed and cared about, regardless of the trends of the music industry and pop culture. They are committed to simply being themselves, not chasing fame or brass rings, while delighting in and connecting with their audiences as if they were family. The honesty […]

TIM GRIMM

TIM GRIMM is a bit of a Renaissance man in the performing arts world, forging a rich and varied career that blends his love of songwriting, travel, and acting in theatre, film and television. For most of his 25-year career as a storytelling balladeer in the tradition of John Prine, Woody Guthrie, and Bob Dylan, […]