The Loft
A unique performance space for music of all genres

Incredible music can be found at the Mill in two beautiful, intimate spaces, outside in the Loft and inside on the second floor of the Mill. Small audiences mean musicians can perform and discuss their work. Manor Mill has shared music of all genres, including world-class talent from the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, blues, jazz, bluegrass, rock and more.

 

Concerts and Conversations

 

Upcoming Live Performances

 
 

April

Thursday, April 24, 7:30-9:30PM
Jamie McLean Band

May

Thursday, May 1, 7:30-9:30PM
Summer Dean

Friday, May 2, 7:30-9:30PM
Grace Pettis

Saturday, May 3, 7:30-9:30PM
Roy Book Binder

Thursday, May 8, 7:30-9:30PM
Walter Salas-Humara of the Silos
and Freedy Johnston

Friday, May 9, 7-9PM
Pat Byrne

Sunday, May 11, 3-5PM
Beatles Tribute: Saving Sergeant Pepper

Tuesday, May 13, 7:30-9:30PM
Ben Sollee

Thursday, May 15, 7:30-9:30PM
Mark Hummel & The Blues Survivors

Friday, May 16, 7:30-9:30PM
Enslow

Saturday, May 17, 7-9PM
Blank Page

Friday, May 23, 8-10PM
Rachel Ana Dobken and Lauren Calve

Saturday, May 24, 8-10PM
Seán Heely

Thursday, May 29, 7-10PM - SOLD OUT
Friday, May 30, 7-10PM -
SOLD OUT
Cris Jacobs and Ed Hough

Saturday, May 31, 7:30-10PM
Sock Hop with DJ ERIK

 
 
 

April

Jamie McLean Band

Thursday, April 24, 7:30-9:30PM

Jamie McLean Band creates a musical gumbo that incorporates New Orleans soul, middle Americana roots, Delta blues and New York City swagger. Jamie McLean Band is a triple threat. The group’s energetic and captivating live show is undeniable. McLean’s fiery guitar has joined the ranks of Derek Trucks, Gregg Allman, Aaron Neville, Dr. John and more on stages from from Madison Square Garden to Japan’s Fuji Rock. His blue eyed southern soul vocals ooze real emotion.
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MAY

Summer Dean

Thursday, May 1, 7:30-9:30PM

Summer Dean is a rising star in the Texas music scene. With a captivating stage presence and raw, honest songwriting, she's quickly making a name for herself. Her live shows are a blend of confidence and vulnerability, showcasing her talent as both a performer and storyteller.

Dean's recently released album, "The Biggest Life," captures her most powerful work yet. Produced by Texas legend Bruce Robison, the album features tracks like "Big Ol Truck" and the poignant "Lonely Girl's Lament," showcasing her ability to connect with listeners through relatable experiences.
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Grace Pettis

Friday, May 2, 7:30-9:30PM

“Grace has a melodic way of writing that not only stays in your head but reads what’s sitting in your soul. She writes what I’ve always wanted to say.” - Ruthie Foster (Grammy-nominated blues artist

Grace Pettis’ much-anticipated sophomore MPress Records release, Down To The Letter, captures the Nashville-based (formerly Austin-based) singer-songwriter at the peak of her song writing powers. Chronicling the end of a marriage and the reclamation of self after betrayal, codependency, and loss with heartbreaking detail, the lyrics deftly toe the line between personal pain and universal catharsis. 
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Roy Book Binder

Saturday, May 3, 7:30-9:30PM

Who can say they were friends with Rev. Gary Davis, Pink Anderson, and Robert Lockwood? And toured with Bonnie Raitt, JJ Cale, and Hot Tuna? Roy can. He has the stories, the licks, and the timeless music in his fingers. Featured on PBS, "Fresh Air" with Terry Gross, Roy Book Binder is keeping the tradition of American blues alive and growing. We are privileged to have Roy at Manor Mill for the third time! Please join us in welcoming this legendary musician and storyteller.
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Walter Salas-Humara of the Silos
and Freedy Johnston

Thursday, May 8, 7:30-9:30PM

Walter Salas-Humara
Walter’s musical career started with The Silos, the still-kicking band Salas-Humara co-founded in New York’s post-punk ‘80s scene. Playing alt-country before anyone called it that, they were named Best New Artist in the 1987 Rolling Stone Critics Poll. Throughout Salas-Humara’s career his voice has remained textured like a walnut; meanwhile, his narratives focus not on interior, abstract weaves of doubts and anxieties but on storytelling. He renders small incidents in granular detail that take on the weight of attentive, convincing poetry and wry wordplay. Each tune is marked by such humanity, which offers much refuge in a convulsive time.
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Freedy Johnston
Freedy Johnston, critically acclaimed singer-songwriter, returns with his ninth album, "Back on the Road to You," a melodic journey filled with wit, humor, and poignant storytelling. His songwriting prowess, once hailed by Rolling Stone in 1994 when they named him ‘Songwriter of the Year’, shines through on this new release. They described him as "a master storyteller, (who) sketches out full-blown tragedies in a few taut poetic lines," adding that "he joins that elite cadre of songwriters—Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Elvis Costello—whose brilliant pop compositions turn magical with the addition of a defiantly idiosyncratic singing voice."
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Pat Byrne

Friday, May 9, 7-9PM

Following his 2021 Into The Light album, Byrne delivered strong new works in 2022. His unmistakable voice and cinematic lyrics continue to touch our universal humanity. Supported by legendary musicians from Emmylou Harris’s band he presents another gem with “Only a Man”. Recorded at The Next Waltz with Bruce Robison and band, “Until it Isn’t” is a gorgeous rendition wistfully recalling lost love. Byrne’s December 2022 release, “Feels Like Living”, makes palpable the working musician’s struggle and uncertainty, underpinned by a nostalgic arrangement of strings and harmonium.

“The results — Irish Americana, by turns rollicking and resonating, that’s driven by his gruff growl of a voice — suggest that he’s one to keep an eye on.” - Stuart Munro, The Boston Globe
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Beatles Tribute: Saving Sergeant Pepper

Sunday, May 11, 3-5PM

Saving Sgt. Pepper is a Beatle cover band from the Maryland area. The band is made up of individuals that grew up with the Fab-4 as the musical soundtrack of their youth. Buzzy, Earl Joe and Keith enjoy performing this music that all ages know and love. While the band does not wear the iconic clothes, speak in a Scouse accent or model their equipment after the lads, they perform the music as true to the recordings as possible.
A wonderful time is guaranteed for all!
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BEN SOLLEE

Tuesday, May 13, 7:30-9:30PM

Kentucky musician and composer Ben Sollee, has been blurring boundaries with his musical style and career for nearly two decades – his latest album, Long Haul (2024) is no exception. Drawing on tonal influences from the American and global south, Sollee’s vocals and unique cello style thread through each track binding seemingly disparate chapters of his journey – the Long Haul.
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Mark Hummel & The Blues Survivors

Thursday, May 15, 7:30-9:30PM

Grammy nominated singer and harmonica master Mark Hummel and guitarist Anson Funderburgh have a century of seasoning between them and it shows. They combine for one of the best electric Blues shows touring today. Mark Hummel s known for recruiting notable ensembles and this version with the unquestionably influential Texas guitarist Anson Funderburgh is not to be missed. This is a rare opportunity to hear and see them in such an intimate setting.
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Enslow

Friday, May 16, 7:30-9:30PM

Hailing from Baltimore’s vibrant music scene, Enslow is a dynamic singer-songwriter whose commanding vocals and captivating performances have established her as a standout in modern pop music. Seamlessly blending elements of electronic pop with hints of the 1970s and an indie sensibility, Enslow's music offers a refreshing take on the contemporary pop scene. Her debut album, Hello, released in 2024, is a testament to her authentic artistry.
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BLANK PAGE

Saturday, May 17, 7-9PM

Blank Page are a rising force in the country music world from right here in Maryland. Releasing their debut single and EP as just high schoolers and performing at the Country Music Hall of Fame are just some of the accomplishments this young duo has accomplished. With heartfelt harmonies, storytelling songwriting, and instrumental/vocal proficiency, these new stars are sure to blow you away. Find their debut EP and single as well as more information about the duo here.

Rachel Ana Dobken and Lauren Calve

Friday, May 23, 8-10PM

Rachel Ana Dobken
Rachel Ana Dobken is a powerhouse musician (drums, guitar, piano, vocals, producer) with a knack for blending heavy, indie-rock & soul. Described as “My Morning Jacket meets Amy Winehouse,” she’s been featured by Relix Magazine, Guitar Girl Magazine, the New York Times, & more. She worked closely with famed music photographer Danny Clinch as Music Director of his Transparent Gallery in Asbury Park, NJ and has sat in with Mike McCready, G. Love, Robert Randolph, Rayland Baxter, Brian Fallon (Gaslight Anthem), Grahame Lesh, Nicole Atkins, Blind Melon, Tash Neal & more.

Dobken’s recent release“Acceptance” was produced by Dobken in conjunction with Erik Romero (The Front Bottoms) and Paul Ritchie (The Parlor Mob).The record features Dobken on drums, guitar, keys and vocals, along with a whole slew of special guests (members of Blind Melon, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, The Parlor Mob & more).
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Lauren Calve
Lauren Calve has been undergoing a metamorphosis in her life, a massive shift. You can hear it seeping through every song, oozing out of every lyric, and feel the shedding of her skin with every note on her first full-length album Shift. The subtle and understated yearning in her voice, the intonation in her haunting vocals and delivery, Calve is longing for something more. Through the ten-track collection of songs, she invites the listener to come along on her journey of self-discovery and change, demonstrating a musical masterclass in the art of emotional storytelling.
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Seán Heely

Saturday, May 24, 8-10PM

An evening of Scottish Gaelic song with Seán Heely, champion fiddler, and a musical and cultural ambassador of Scottish Gaelic culture.

Seán has shared the stage with traditional music icons such as Liz Carroll, Bonnie Rideout, Natalie Haas, Cathy Jordan, Eamon O’Leary, Zan McLeod, Maeve Gilchrist, and Paddy Keenan.

Along with many other accolades in Traditional Music, in 2018 Seán was featured on the cover of the Fiddler Magazine Winter Issue as well as an interview article on Seán's journey to one of the foremost young performers of his generation. In April 2023, Seán won the Dan R. MacDonald Memorial Prize from the Clan Donald Trust from the Gaelic Performing Arts.
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Cris Jacobs and Ed Hough

Thursday, May 29, 7-10PM - SOLD OUT
Friday, May 30, 7-10PM - SOLD OUT

Cris Jacobs and Ed Hough, two Baltimore area musical icons and two best friends, celebrate 30 years of music together in this one time special duo performance. The pair have played together in various formations over the last few decades, such as Cris Jacobs Band, Smooth Kentucky, and much more, and will be playing this one time special performance to celebrate their history together through an evening of songs and stories.
CRIS JACOBS WEBSITE

Sock Hop with DJ ERIK

Saturday, May 31, 7:30-10PM

Hey there, cool cats! Get ready to cut a rug and do the stroll at our rockin’ Sock Hop with DJ Erik!

Grease up your hair, grab your best gal or guy, and head on up to the Loft on April 18th from 7:30 to 10:00 PM. We’ll be spinning doo-wop and all the hottest hits from Elvis, Chuck Berry, and Buddy Holly – guaranteed to get you boppin’ and jivin’ all night long!

Don’t be a square! Come show off your coolest dance moves, sip on some soda pop, and have a blast from the past. See you there, hep cats!


 
 

 
 
The Loft

Interested in performing at Manor Mill? Please use this form or email theloft@manor-mill.com

 

Brad Selko

National Music Curator

Brad Selko grew up loving music and sharing this passion with others. Among many musical endeavors, Brad was founder, owner and director of the Hot August Music Festival, formally known as the “Hot August Blues Festival", which started on his farm here in Monkton. Brad ran the festival for 28 years, overseeing its transition to Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville where thousands of music fans still attend annually.


Emerson Probst

Regional Music Curator

Emerson has been playing bluegrass and folk music around Baltimore since an early age. After a career as an author recruiter in educational publishing, he works with his family real estate business to sponsor charity music events, pulling together local musicians for jams and open mics. His monthly blog "Hereford Music News" features these efforts and can be found at https://herefordmusicnews.com/

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

  • Nope! We will have enough chairs to seat everyone. Seating is first come, first serve.

  • We have candy for sale but no food service. We recommend bringing food from home or a local restaurant and finding a spot to sit and enjoy it before the show.

  • No. We do not sell any alcoholic beverages onsite, but you are welcome to BYOB. (If you can avoid the red wine, we would greatly appreciate that as we have very old and very beautiful hardwood floors)

  • Doors are typically open at least 1 hour prior to the show. The Gallery and Gift Shop are open Wed-Sun 12-6pm so make sure to leave time for shopping before the show!

  • We recommend showing up at least 30 minutes before the show starts to get a good parking spot and to get seated for the show.

  • Yes! We strongly encourage carpooling, but we monitor ticket sales so that we may accommodate everyone attending concerts.

  • No, your name will be on the list at the front desk- please check in upon arrival before heading up to The Loft.

Watch The Honey Dewdrops Play in the loft!

See The Honey Dewdrops play in The Loft! Films and products by Wallflower Wanderer.

Honey Dewdrops playing a new release in The Loft, filmed and produced by Wallflower Wanderer https://www.wallflowerwandererfilms.com/

 
 

The Loft - Photo by Bo Willse