Welcome, Greater Alexander to Porch Fest VIII! Alexander Vlachos is an independent singer-songwriter born in New York, raised in Greece, and currently residing in Detroit, Michigan. Alexander nurtures his music from paper to the recording stage where he tracks his own vocal melodies to create a full-fledged, lush sound.
Read MoreBrawny Lad is a trio from Ypsilanti consisting of upright bass and vocals from Tom McCartan, banjo from Davey Jones, and pedal steel from Tom Green. They play mostly originals with a few covers thrown in for good measure. Their music is a mix of folk, country, and midwestern loud singing. They are looking forward to their third stint at Porch Fest.
Read MoreHuron Out is a musical duo that travels the thumb area playing songs we grew up with and brilliant originals including a mix of folk, blues, rock, and country.
Read MoreLyric-driven, simple folk songs are what BMI singer-songwriter Mike Ward produces. Welcome back to Porch Fest!
Read MoreMike Tremblay & Friends create original acoustic music for the 21st Century. They will play their own songs as well as cover songs, the common thread is that they will all be songs with meaning. Welcome back to Porch Fest VII!
Read MoreWelcome back, Ean Elliot! Ean is a solo singer-songwriter performing covers from the '50s, ‘60s, ‘70s, and folk, rock'n'roll, blues, and country genres.
Read MoreWelcome back nationally known, Denny Svehla to Porch Fest VIII! Denny creates an intimate, engaging, dynamic experience full of music and stories while covering classic crowd favorites from Neil Diamond to Elvis, Jim Croce, and beyond!
Read MoreAfter being behind the scenes in a variety of bands in the Metro Detroit area Patrick Foogazi decided to come out in front of the world and show his true colors.
Read MoreEnjoy a mix of folk-blues, classic, and folk-rock covers by Jeff & Harvey. These local natives hail from the Ruth/Ubly area and have played multiple bars throughout the county.
Read MoreThe Prisbes are joining us for Porch Fest VII! Enjoy listening and singing along to oldies from the Rolling Stones, the Doors, the Hollies, Louis Armstrong, and more!
Read MoreWelcome back, Suzi Marsh to Porch Fest! Suzi Marsh is an internationally acclaimed artist who has toured the world playing music. She has co-produced eight of her own albums and has sung on a myriad of other artists’ records. “Lessons of Love “ went to number 19 on the adult contemporary charts…
Read MoreJoin in the fun as Bobby, Trevor, and Jimmy play covers and originals, including 70’s hits from Jim Croce and Fleetwood Mac, to 90’s alternative like Smashing Pumpkins to current pop radio tunes and more.
Read MoreSinger-songwriter, Nicholas James Thomasma combines stories and songs with humor and wit for a show that can be enjoyed by all ages. Nicholas also helps put on HuCo Songs, a songwriting retreat weekend in Port Austin in September. Welcome back, Nicholas!
Read MoreMichigan-born native, Lee N. Sage, is a returning artist from Porch Fest. Lee is an acoustic singer-songwriter with a hint of blues and folk.
Read MoreA sound that has been likened to Harry Chapin, John Denver, James Taylor, and other Americana with a love of the great 60s/70s era music. Tim is a songwriter with a love for solo performance.
Read MoreKenny Lang is a singer/songwriter from Port Austin. His songs brilliantly illustrate stories about life, love, happiness, and struggle.
Read MoreTriple Play is a Tri-City-based rock band from Sanford. The group covers favorites from the 50s through the 00s and likes to get a crowd moving to familiar songs with strong harmonies and flashy guitar licks.
Read MoreSingle acoustic guitar and vocalist from Capac, Michigan. Originally from Indian River, Michigan, he’s spent the last 40 years playing and performing at campfires, coffee houses, church sanctuaries, and small gatherings of every kind. You may have seen him playing right here in Port Austin!
Read MoreThe Kate Hinote Trio is a contemporary folk ensemble based out of the Detroit area, featuring Kate Hinote on vocals, Matthew Parmenter on violin, and David Johnson on acoustic guitar. The Trio performs predominantly original material while weaving in select retro and modern covers that showcase their unique sound and sensibilities.
Read MoreWelcome back FranknJude, a husband and wife acoustic duo with guitar and keys playing popular classic rock tunes from the 60s and 70s.
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