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David Harland is a talented singer/songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist inspired by greats like Michael Hedges and Nick Drake. His musical journey began at age 5, evolving into a passion for acoustic guitar and songwriting. David aims to connect deeply through music, blending emotion and melody in his prolific compositions.

Don Merckle is a singer/songwriter from Charleston, South Carolina, known for his blend of roots music and rock and roll. His work features emotional lyrics and a range of vocal styles. Merckle has previously led bands like Loch Ness Johnny and American Gun, and has performed with notable acts.

Jared McCloud transitioned from hard rock to a solo career, adopting a more substantive musical style. He found success with his indie debut “Romance Of The Atlantic” and continued to rise with “Painful Words Of Loving Grace”. After a difficult divorce, he crowdfunded his album “To Live And Die In Your Arms”, which achieved significant acclaim.

Michael Reynolds, former lead vocalist/songwriter for Pinmonkey, stepped away from music a decade ago but continued to write songs. His surprise return with the album “Tarnished Nickel Sky” under Blue Élan Records showcases a poetic and evocative style. This album features 11 self-penned tracks, reflecting his journey, emotions, and growth.

Carolyn Shulman, a Denver-based folk singer-songwriter, started her musical journey in childhood and performed extensively throughout her education and adulthood. Balancing music with a legal career and parenthood, she returned to music full-time in 2014. Her acclaimed debut album “Grenadine & Kerosene” led to significant recognition. Carolyn is set to release her new album, “Heart on a Wire,” in September 2024, exploring deeper themes with rich production.

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with March to August! March to August (M2A) is a Folk-Americana, original music duo whose songs offer audiences snapshots into the human condition, while encompassing the myriad of emotions that coincide with it. Hailing from diverse musical backgrounds, Derrick and Jodi Mears bring a unique blend of […]

Veteran LA violinist and songwriter Chris Murphy’s diverse musical journey blends genres and centuries, inspired by his Irish-Italian heritage and iconic musicians. Educated in Turkish and Indian music, he’s performed across the US and Europe, releasing over 15 albums and 500 works. Murphy views music as a fluid, transformative art form.

Stephen Jacques, renowned for his heartfelt alt-rock love songs, has released ten albums with an eleventh on the way, produced by Steve Albini. Influenced by his diverse life experiences and musical heritage, Jacques’s work is popular, with “Send Them Love” playing on over 300 radio stations. “Groove Atlantic-O” debuts summer 2023.

Hans Halstead discovered his songwriting talent after a breakup, creating music by combining guitar riffs and phone-recorded vocals. Encouraged by a friend, he added lyrics, focusing on personal themes. At college, he met Jason Orris at The Terrarium Music Studios and began collaborating. His style blends modern Country with timeless storytelling influenced by his Northern Minnesota roots.

Chris Robeson, a Texas songwriter from Austin, will release his debut album “Euphoriphobia” in July 2024. Drawing from personal struggles and influences like Tom Waits and Townes Van Zandt, Robeson’s eclectic style mixes humor and poignancy. Collaborating with Gabriel Rhodes, the album offers introspective songs exploring happiness and loss.

Emily Hicks, a Utah-based folk-pop singer/songwriter, captivates audiences with her powerful vocals and nature-inspired lyrics. Originally a classical pianist and educator, she transitioned into music with the release of singles produced by Grammy-nominated Monty Powell. Her debut album “Weird Wild Wonderful” releases in fall 2024, marking her national tour.

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Brings you an Interview with Lou Black Lou Black is a Peruvian born, Washington DC based singer/songwriter/producer/video artist/statistician. His 2004 debut album (“City of No Winters”) has been described by the press as “sophisticated global pop” and “one of the best in the singer songwriter genre,” but Lou Black describes […]

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Jill Burkes of Morning Bird MorningBird is an acoustic trio featuring Rob Wheeler (guitar, mandolin, harmonica, stomp box), Jill Burkes (violin, guitar), and Josh Palmi (upright bass, guitar).  The trio offer haunting harmonies and eclectic mix of traditional tunes and original music along with powerful string […]

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Brings you an Interview with Nolen Sellwood Nolen is young artist with an old soul. His Beautifully crafted singing and songwriting skills are captured on his sophomore album, Cadence to the Flame. Considering that it’s my first time ever recording any kind of music or going to any kind of […]

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Brings you an interview with Joey Verskotzi VERSKOTZI is the award winning, LA based artist, producer/multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter Joey Verskotzi. Known for his diverse sound, VERSKOTZI has received praise from The Fader, Ear Milk, The Source, Notion, We Found New Music, All Things Go, Celeb Mix, Kings of A&R, and […]

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Presents Gerry Casey’s Interview with Trapper Schoepp “What’s most important to me is to be a link in the chain of folks singers before and after my time,” Trapper Schoepp says in light of his forthcoming album, Siren Songs. Recorded at Johnny Cash’s Cash Cabin in Hendersonville, TN, Trapper continues down the trail trod […]

HOME PAGE Making a Scene Brings you an Interview with Ryan David Green A graduate of Boston’s prestigious Berklee College of Music, Ryan David Green has performed on four continents, been profiled in Acoustic Guitar Magazine, and twice been named “Best Guitarist” in the Tucson Music Awards (where he currently resides). His original compositions have received numerous film and TV […]