Upcoming Live Performances

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

June

Sunday, June 1, 3-5PM
The Flying Vees

Friday, June 6, 8-10PM
Selwyn Birchwood

Sunday, June 8, 3-5PM
Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen

Friday, June 13, 8-10PM
Anthony Frijia and Skribe

Thursday, June 19, 8-10PM
Popa Chubby

Friday, June 20, 8-10PM
The Morel Trio

Saturday, June 21, 8-10PM
The Lowest Pair

Thursday, June 26, 8-10pm
Buffalo Nichols

Friday, June 27, 8-10PM
Mike Compton and Joe Newberry

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.
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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!

June

The Flying Vees

Sunday, June 1, 3-5PM

The Flying Vees is a bonafide supergroup composed of four seasoned musicians of varied backgrounds. Brechyn Chace (vocals), Shannon Vasile (vocals), Caitlin Ramsey (keys), and Hannah Taylor (guitar/vocals) joined forces in 2020 to create their unique brand of wry, gothic, harmony-heavy Americana. Lovers of punk, country, folk, and maudlin, sad-girl caterwauling will be equally at home at a The Flying Vees show. In short, they are just four mighty Vees attempting the daring and death-defying feat of trying to sing and swear their way through life and into your heart.
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Selwyn Birchwood

Friday, June 6, 8-10PM

Although award-winning Florida musician Selwyn Birchwood is firmly rooted in the tradition, the young guitarist, lap steel player, songwriter and vocalist sets a course for the future of the blues with his visionary, original music. Birchwood, whose band features the pulsating interplay of his blistering guitar with Regi Oliver’s driving baritone sax, deploys a singular sound and style all his own. He calls it “Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues,” an intoxicating mix of deep blues, blistering, psychedelic-tinged rock, booty-shaking funk and sweet Southern soul, played and sung with the fire-and-brimstone fervor of a revival tent preacher with a hellhound on his trail. Tastemaker Americana music magazine No Depression says, “Selwyn Birchwood reaches back in the blues tradition to launch something out of this world.”
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Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen

Sunday, June 8, 3-5PM

Multi-Grammy nominated Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen is a torrent of mind-blowing bluegrass. Known for their meaty pile-driving rhythms and Frank’s dynamic and bold vocals, the band’s last two albums have both received a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album. They have twice been named IBMA Instrumental Group of the Year and earned numerous other IBMA noms including Male Vocalist of the Year, Mandolin Player of the Year, and in 2013, received Banjo Player of the Year. heir massive sound and show stealing performances command the most prestigious stages in the country and abroad; from The Grand Ole Opry to the biggest international festivals across Europe, South America and Australia. The band has performed at the most renowned bluegrass festivals including Telluride, MerleFest, Grey Fox, RockyGrass, Delfest, Strawberry Music Festival, Pickin’ in the Pines, ROMP, and countless more. Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen is among the most respected and sought-after bands in the business.
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Anthony Frijia and Skribe

Friday, June 13, 8-10PM

Anthony Frija:
Anthony Frijia has mastered the art of creating live shows that feel more like intimate conversations than performances. Recently voted “Baltimore’s Best Local Artist” in the Baltimore Reader’s Poll, he knows it’s these intimate conversations to which he owes all of his success as an artist.

Fusing folk, blues, and country influences, Frijia’s lyrically-driven songwriting has captivated audiences in the Mid-Atlantic, and across the country as a touring artist, drawing comparisons to Bob Dylan, Tyler Childers, and John Mayer. His knack for storytelling and a great lyric have never been more evident than on his most-recent studio release, “The Artifacts of Letting Go”, an 11-track Nomadic Americana record streaming everywhere and now available on vinyl.
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Skribe:
Annapolis based songwriter Skribe is back at the Mill! “Skribe plays an oil can called a canjo-zookie. It’s an eight-string guitar with a biting, blues-y rasp. Skribe’s got the voice (and the old-school Cadillac) to match. Accompanying himself on the suitcase-kick and hi-hat, Skribe’s “M.I.Y.” is a barn-burning roots number. ”
– Ben Naddaff-Hafrey NPR

Popa Chubby

Thursday, June 19, 8-10PM

Blues legend comes back to The Loft! Popa Chubby, born Ted Horowitz, has been hard rocking the blues in his fierce and soulful way for more than 30 years. Over the course of a career that dates back to 1994, he has been a force to be reckoned with on the guitar, and his tempestuous, soulful playing has never been more powerful. An imposing figure with a shaven head, tattooed arms, a goatee and a performance style he describes as “the Stooges meets Buddy Guy, Motörhead meets Muddy Waters, and Jimi Hendrix meets Robert Johnson," Popa Chubby is an endearing character who is one of the genre’s most popular figures.
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The Morel Trio

Friday, June 20, 8-10PM

The Morel Trio makes groove-based instrumental music with intention, avoiding clichés while staying true to the deep traditions of jazz, funk, and Americana. Thriving within tight constraints, they prove that structure can inspire creativity rather than limit it. Built on a nearly 20-year musical partnership, their sound is focused and dynamic.

Featuring Grant Fisher (guitar), Ian Trusheim (bass), and Mike Gambone (drums), The Morel Trio is rooted in strong musical chemistry, delivering performances that are as adventurous as they are immersive.

Join them on the journey—experience The Morel Trio live and stay tuned for their upcoming debut album.
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The Lowest Pair

Saturday, June 21, 8-10PM

During the spring and summer of 2020, The Lowest Pair (Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee) found themselves camping and sharing songs around the fire with two dear friends and incredible musicians Adam Roszkiewicz and Leif Karlstrom of the instrumental duo Small Town Therapy. Founding members of the progressive string band Front Country, multi-instrumentalists Adam and Leif bring a new dynamic palette of colors to Kendl and Palmer’s own instrumental prowess and expressive lyricism.

The new record “Horse Camp” leans towards each member’s string band roots and showcases brand new Lowest Pair songs Kendl and Palmer wrote during the strange times of the pandemic. The album also includes an instrumental by each musician involved. It’s an awesome display of how a simple collaboration of friends can result in music that is as organic as it is undeniable.
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Buffalo Nichols

Thursday, June 26, 8-10pm

Nichols' debut, released in October 2021 via Fat Possum Records, has ascended him to the national stage, earning praise and support from NPR Music ('Tiny Desk (Home) Concert; All Songs Considered 'Best of October') to Rolling Stone ('The Fight to Reclaim the Blues' feature; 'Song You Need To Know'), Bandcamp Daily ('October Shortlist') to Guitar World, Texas Monthly to Uncut (UK), among many others. 

His live show and energy is amazing, bringing a wonderful message and culturally relevant experience to every performance.
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Watch Buffalo’s performance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert!

Mike Compton and Joe Newberry

Friday, June 27, 8-10PM

Mike Compton and Joe Newberry collaborate with a vision that is both modern and ageless, digging deep into early country music, blues, and other heartbeat sounds of traditional music. Their performances at home and abroad, from venues large and small, showcase soul-stirring instrumentals, numbers from the great American song bag, as well as newly composed songs and tunes that are already taking their rightful place in the new tradition.
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