Artist Type: Music

Hailing from Charlotte, the BMI represented artist has released a collection of over 20 original songs. Growing up, Mary English began singing, dancing, and acting at five years old and had written and released her first single by the age of 14. She has co-written with songwriters in Nashville including Jeff Cohen (The Band Perry),…

The Mike Strauss Band, a versatile Charlotte-based group, blends folk, blues, jazz, and rock into a unique sound rooted in classic American music. Fronted by songwriter Mike Strauss, the band features a tight-knit core of drummer David “DK” Kim, trombonist Molly J. Brown, bassist Jon Schigoda, guitarists Randolph Lewis and Troy Conn, along with Donovan…

Meet Kris Hitchcock, the heartland troubadour, journeying from the rugged landscapes of Michigan before settling in North Carolina. With his band, the SouthEnd Mistakes, Kris weaves tales of love, loss, and life’s winding roads through raw, untamed melodies. Kris and the band vividly portray the rust belt’s highs and lows, searching for love and purpose…

falllift is the musical exploration of Micah Cottingham and William Steven Hall, combining the spectrum of Folk, Jazz, Rock, and genreless energy found in global experiences. They write about finding balance, navigating relationships, holding space for hardness, and the collective experience of what it means to be human in today’s world. The dynamic duo performs…

Krystal King is your “next door redneck,” bringing you relatable country songwriting with vivid and humorous imagery. Like her alter ego, Loretta Lynn, she’s not afraid to say what she is thinking- whether that’s diving into heartfelt emotions or picking on her husband in songs like “You’re the Reason That I Drink.” Originally from Hickory,…

Time Sawyer’s name reflects the pull between the past and the future. The character Tom Sawyer evokes the rural background and love of home that the band shares. Time is a muse for songwriting; it’s the thread that runs through life, bringing new experiences and giving us a sense of urgency, while still connecting us…

The Lisa De Novo Band is an alternative pop/rock band based in Charlotte, NC. The band is fronted by award-winning singer/songwriter Lisa De Novo. Their songs range from laid-back blues jams to high-energy rock songs. They have played two independent coast-to-coast tours, playing in 17 states. Their songs have been played on 106.5 the End…

Since 1990, Doubting Thomas has made a lasting mark on the festival and college circuits, captivating audiences with soaring vocals and unforgettable melodies. Their sound is unmistakable—distinctive, immersive, and uniquely Doubting Thomas.

Tom Eure & Amelia Osborne are an NC folk duo, offering up a heartfelt fusion of Celtic, Appalachian, and spiritual influences. In concert, Eure & Osborne seamlessly change from one instrument to the next, swirling together fiddles, banjos, bodhrán, mandolins, guitars, and rousing vocal harmonies. Their “folk process” of absorbing musical traditions and allowing them…

Born in the Queen City, Epiphony serenades audiences up and down the East coast with their musical flavor that spans the decades. Whether crooning a Motown tune, or passionately relaying a message of hope with more progressive arrangements, this sextet is sure to wow any crowd. Epiphony has shared the stage with acappella sensations Rockapella…