Ilana Katz is a Blues and Appalachian fiddler, singer, and songwriter whose musical versatility has her performing solo, leading bands, and lending her fiddling prowess to a who’s who of Blues musicians from the Delta on up. Her latest record, In My Mind, (October 8, 2021) debuted at #3 on the iTunes National Blues Chart. It’s been a mainstay on the national Blues/Contemporary Blues Roots Music charts. It was in the top picks for the entire year 2021 by Blues Music Magazine. Come see Ilana perform under the Umbrella Sky NPT @ Brick Market

Jimmy Berger and Lou Berger are in perfect sync. The father and son team are known for their tight harmonies. They are aptly named the Berger Boys. They play a mix of original tunes and obscure covers that the audiences love. The hard-working Berger Boys have been playing together for two years and pride themselves on their craft. Jimmy Berger is the dad of the musical duo and the bass player for the legendary RI band the Schemers., his son Louie loves singing and performing. Don’t miss this musical duo!

Peter’s music performances reflect his eclectic lifelong passion for Classic Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, and Americana with some occasional Jazz and popular music thrown in for good measure. In the RI music scene, Peter is perhaps best known as the founder of the popular RI band Tanya McIntyre & The Professors, nominated by Motif Magazine as one of Rhode Island’s best cover bands for four consecutive years (2016-2019). Peter works in collaboration with The Same Thing Project (STP) a “community songwriting” workshop for people from all walks of life. Most recently Peter has created Rhode Tunes which brings together many of the best RI area musicians performing original tunes and covers with other artists and friends.

https://www.facebook.com/rhodetunes

Miles is a proud native of Atlanta, Georgia, where he studied under iconic Atlanta jazz artists Joseph Jennings and Danny Harper. He went on to study jazz formally at Bard College in Upstate New York. It was there he blossomed as a player, composer, and educator. He found his composing voice while studying under the award-winning saxophonist and composer Erica Lindsay, leading him to compose numerous arrangements and conducting for Bard’s Contemporary Jazz Ensemble. Miles took an amazing opportunity to travel the world and became a saxophonist and woodwind doubler on the Celebrity Equinox cruise ship. This job has taken him to over 20 islands, with Martinique and Curacao being his favorites (so far)! He was also featured as a soloist for notable headliners such as Grammy-nominated saxophonist Tommy Proulx and Nashville country music star Ashlie-Amber Harris. Miles has crafted his own headlining show and currently travels the world on all major cruise lines as a headliner performing his two shows: Rock with You: A Tribute to the King of Pop and Funk Your Soul: A Tribute Celebrating Funk and Soul Artists.

Ilana Katz is a Blues and Appalachian fiddler, singer, and songwriter whose musical versatility has her performing solo, leading bands, and lending her fiddling prowess to a who’s who of Blues musicians from the Delta on up. Her latest record, In My Mind, (October 8, 2021) debuted at #3 on the iTunes National Blues Chart. It’s been a mainstay on the national Blues/Contemporary Blues Roots Music charts. It was in the top picks for the entire year 2021 by Blues Music Magazine. Come see Ilana perform under the Umbrella Sky NPT @ Brick Market

La Méchante et le Connard are a Franco-American duo of ukulele, double bass, and voice… did you say ukulele? Yes, ukulele. Casey Jayne and Cyril spend the year in Sancerre, France, touring the country for concerts, festivals, and events, everything from the Cannes Film Festival to local concerts.  Each summer, they travel to Newport, Rhode Island, Casey’s hometown, playing more festivals and concerts. The acoustic duo plays warm and fun music, all with an elegant French touch.  The repertoire is a mix of jazz-age standards and popular hits, arranged specifically for the instrumentation.  Unique arrangements and fresh takes on all the songs you already love will have your toes tapping, your face smiling, and singing along. For those who are not francophone, please do google the name, but don’t worry… on est gentils!

https://lamechanteetleconnard.bandcamp.com/album/songs-from-the-stars

An East Bay Singer/Songwriter, Beth Barron, is a bluesy, sultry songstress who delivers her originals with passion and honesty. A folk musician who implements a blues and gospel twist to her music. Beth Barron has been active in the providence community creating positive spaces for others to share their music as well, which includes, several established and successful open mics across Rhode Island, Beth is a board member of the RI Folk Festival and is founder of RI event, “Ladies of Folk.”

“Beth’s voice is smooth as silk with just the right amount of edge as she presents her original material during her solo acoustic guitar performances. Beth’s original songs are easy on the ears and plentiful on the mind.”

Danielle Miraglia comes armed with a strong steady thumb on an old Gibson and an infectious stomp-box rhythm with tunes ranging from heart-felt to socially conscious that will move both your heart and hips. Her latest “Bright Shining Stars” debuted at #15 on the Billboard Blues Charts. Cascade Blues Association calls it "... tough as rawhide, but smooth as blended whiskey." "Straddling the line where folk/roots meets rock/blues, Miraglia has a voice that can go from a raspy come-hither purr to an Etta James-esque powerhouse belt, although she may be best known for her lead thumb — a heavy, thumping strike on her Gibson that’s backdrop percussion in itself." - Lauren Daley - The Boston Globe. Don’t miss this rising star.

Come watch Benny perform on the piano hits from the 70’s. Benny can be found jamming on the drums or rocking out on the keys all around Rhode Island.

Luca Simeone is a 22-year-old multi-instrumentalist, teacher, and composer. His acoustic performances converge the genres of jazz, folk, and soul and include popular covers as well as his own originals. Outside of his solo work, Luca is a part of various groups around RI including Guess Method, Smug Honey, DudeManBro, Quick Hits and where he plays trumpet, keys, guitar, and more.

Ron Valcourt is a master of the American Songbook performing covers from legendary American artists such as Eagles, Jimmy Buffet, Billy Joel and Tom Rush. Kick back and enjoy Rons joyous interruptions of America’s favorite songs.

Taking to the stage with his keyboard rig and DIY drums, Greg "Greggy Good" Ferreira is a multi-instrumentalist Lo-Fi Reggae Funk and Folk artist with a true passion for music. He mixes a vibrant and diverse palette of inspirations into his lively sound, so whether you’re looking to dance or just relax and enjoy, it’s feel good music you can groove to.

Jimmy Berger and Lou Berger are in perfect sync. The father and son team are known for their tight harmonies. They are aptly named the Berger Boys. They play a mix of original tunes and obscure covers that the audiences love. The hard-working Berger Boys have been playing together for two years and pride themselves on their craft. Jimmy Berger is the dad of the musical duo and the bass player for the legendary RI band the Schemers., his son Louie loves singing and performing. Don’t miss this musical duo!

Johnny Juxo and Friends will get things kicking playing Americana to New Orleans Blues. His 2017 release Long Distance Driver won the Motif Award for Americana Album of the Year. In 2020 John recorded his next album, Get Off of My Lawn, a collection of songs written by local songwriters he’s worked with over the years. Johnny’s latest release is Rocket Wine, with Lisa Marie, A collection of Lisa's original songs that mix New Orleans-inspired blues and R&B.

Peter’s music performances reflect his eclectic lifelong passion for Classic Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, and Americana with some occasional Jazz and popular music thrown in for good measure. In the RI music scene, Peter is perhaps best known as the founder of the popular RI band Tanya McIntyre & The Professors, nominated by Motif Magazine as one of Rhode Island’s best cover bands for four consecutive years (2016-2019). Peter works in collaboration with The Same Thing Project (STP) a “community songwriting” workshop for people from all walks of life. Most recently Peter has created Rhode Tunes which brings together many of the best RI area musicians performing original tunes and covers with other artists and friends.

https://www.facebook.com/rhodetunes