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Stella Rose

Stella Mrowicki is an American singer / songwriter and producer from the Pine Barrens, New Jersey. Stella’s music authentically unifies sounds of old and new folk music, taking inspiration from and drawing comparison to a wide variety of acts such as Bob Dylan, Townes Van Zandt, John Lennon, Suzanne Vega, Liz Phair, Mazzy Star, and Cowboy Junkies (Bob Makin, June 2019). Stella Mrowicki released her self-titled LP in March of 2019, before traveling to Austin, Texas to perform at SXSW. The LP was later listed under the “Top 10 Albums of the Year” and the “Top 10 Songs of the Year” (“War Song”) in New Jersey Stage magazine and The Aquarian magazine. The album also received the honors of “Album of the Week” in New Jersey Stage magazine, as well as Song of the Week for “War Song”. The album’s successful recognition earned Stella the honor of New Jersey Stage Magazine’s Songwriter of the Year at the age of 20 years old. Stella has been featured in numerous publications including "31 New Jersey bands you need to hear in 2020" (NJ.com) and "The 9 Jersey musicians you need to know in 2020" (Asbury Park Press).

by Daniel Baum

Strumberry Pie

by Daniel Baum

Tommy B & the Deep Blu Sea

by Jordan Modell

Jonathan Tea

Jonathan Tea is a soulful singer songwriter making genre-bending American roots rock music. Tea’s sound blends strong, earthy vocals with well-crafted songs to create a sound that is familiar, yet will especially appeal to those who are looking for something a little bit outside of the box. Drawing from the best parts of the blues, 70’s rock n roll, and classic country and combining them with a modern aesthetic, Tea delivers on stage with passion, tempered with moments of subtle restraint and sensitivity, inviting the crowd into his story and rewarding careful listeners with smart lyrics and a mature sense of phrasing and groove.

by Daniel Baum

Great Oblivion

by Daniel Baum

The Sam Houseal Band

The Sam Houseal Band, an emerging Americana/Rock/Folk group from Bath, PA. https://linktr.ee/samhousealmusic

Our immediate goal is to support the new EP by getting it into regular streaming rotation, expanding the gig schedule to focus on venues that welcome original music, and to build mutually beneficial partnerships to share in our success, which is why we have contacted you today. Please consider booking The Sam Houseal Band as soon as possible as we are still booking and looking to fill our calendar for 2025!

In March of 2023 the band released their debut EP Out Of The Rain, a four song gem recorded by award winning producer Brian J Anthony. Reception to the EP has been overwhelmingly positive and the band has enjoyed the glow of audiences who are hearing the songs for the first time.

Sam’s voice and guitar style are strong and recognizable. Songs like "One Day Soon", "Time Goes By" and "Out Of The Rain" radiate a timeless quality that linger with listeners. With dozens of songs to his credit, Sam has assembled some of the finest local musicians to bring his ideas to fruition and complete the future full length album. Many who hear Out Of The Rain share our enthusiasm and those who have seen them live compare the band to bigger more seasoned national acts.

Out Of The Rain is available on major streaming platforms

by Daniel Baum

Barbara Paskin

Barbara Paskin is a performing acoustic singer/songwriter who was born and bred at the Jersey Shore. She is no stranger to the local music scene. Her unique fingerpicking and vocals have led her to become a well known performer around the area. Her genre is a mixture of Americana, Folk, Country, and Blues.

As an accomplished musician, she also enjoys accompanying musician friends and performing with her trio “Easy As Pie”.

Barbara has a passion for giving back and has performed at many events that support a good cause including the recent Asbury Park,Belmar and Red Bank Porchfests and annual “Light of Day” events.She is a member of the board of directors of “Musicians on a Mission”, and is in charge of the scholarship program at Albert Music Hall in Waretown, New Jersey. Barbara was a guidance counselor at Asbury Park High School for many years, servicing students and their families in the community.

by Daniel Baum

REDBIRD

NJ native, REDBIRD (aka Danielle Marrone) is an acoustic act covering all genres of music throughout the decades. Playing an eclectic mix and wide variety of music. She’s a well established musician who plays guitar, keyboards and bass. Danielle has over 25 years of experience playing the circuit and has played many well known venues including the Stone Pony, The Wonderbar, The Fast Lane, Union County Performing Arts Center and Albert Music Hall as well as local clubs, bars and private parties. She also has performed at many festivals and events such as Light of Day, Asbury Park Porchfest, Red Bank Riverfest, , Central Jersey Charity Beerfest, , Wells Mills Jamborees, Martin on Main, and the Allaire Americana Festival.

by Jordan Modell

Renee Maskin

by Jordan Modell

Shotgun Bill

Shotgun Bill is......Bill Anania. Playing and living in Monmouth County NJ, you'll find me playing events and venues in this area. Working with with Frank Patrouch in "Frank and Bill" since 2012. We released 3 CD projects, Frank Patrouch "Whiskey and Revenge", Frank & Bill "One Good Line" and "Unplugged and Uncouth" In 2016, I also released my 1st solo CD "The B-Sides" and in the summer of 2017 I released my 2nd solo project "Train Cars, Prison Bars ...and a White Guitar" working with my friend Scott "Tango Kid" Yetka, My next album "Shotgun Bill with the Tango Kid- Lonesome Cowboys" released April 2019. During the pandemic we released the “Quarantined" EP. The summer of 2021 will see the release of our 5th project, "Shotgun Bill with the Tango Kid- Lack of Luxury". Also you can hear all my tunes on Spotify, Itunes, Amazon, Band Camp and CD Baby! . From time to time I venture out "hawking" my music..and making a good try at it. So keep your eye open for my show posting and my new releases.

by Jordan Modell