Discover the personal side of folk with Micah Foster at Port Austin Porch Fest. Combining guitar and vocals with honest reflections on sobriety and self-development, this Cleveland-born singer-songwriter brings his own journey into every song.
Catch Michigan singer-songwriter Molly Kober at Port Austin Porch Fest for heartfelt originals and fresh takes on familiar favorites. With piano, acoustic and electric guitar, and vibrant pop-rock energy, Molly brings her own personality to every song.Explore an eclectic mix of sounds with Diana Westin at Port Austin Porch Fest. This Rochester, Michigan, solo performer blends vocals, keyboards, and guitar with a repertoire spanning easy listening, pop, folk, tango, and European influences.
Explore an eclectic mix of sounds with Diana Westin at Port Austin Porch Fest. This Rochester, Michigan, solo performer blends vocals, keyboards, and guitar with a repertoire spanning easy listening, pop, folk, tango, and European influences.
Settle in for songs and stories with Saginaw singer-songwriter Bob Hausler at Port Austin Porch Fest. Blending original Americana and roots music with humor and heart, Bob invites listeners to laugh, reflect, and connect through music.
Join Brian T. McCosky and The BMcC Jamboree for folk, rock, and jam-band fun at Port Austin Porch Fest. With a colorful mix of strings, rhythm, and horns, this Michigan collective brings a spirit of musical adventure to the porch.
Two voices and two guitars come together with When Sarah Met Mike. This Austin, Texas, duo brings soulful harmonies, intricate guitar work, and an upbeat yet heartfelt indie-folk/rock sound to Port Austin Porch Fest.
Enjoy a lively acoustic set with the Wildrose Pickers at Port Austin Porch Fest. Blending bluegrass, originals, and unexpected covers, this guitar, upright bass, and banjo trio brings heartfelt songs and a joyful spirit to the porch.
Sing along, dance a little, and rediscover your favorites with Devoted Beacon Music. This North Branch group brings a genre-hopping mix of familiar covers from across the decades to Port Austin Porch Fest.
Settle in for familiar favorites with Northern Michigan musician Taylor Perry. Blending vocals, acoustic guitar, and a bass drum pedal, she brings easy-listening hits and upbeat classics from the ’70s through the early 2000s to Port Austin Porch Fest.
Singer-songwriter Lexi Long brings poetic storytelling and catchy melodies to Port Austin Porch Fest. With vocals and acoustic guitar, her indie-folk pop sound carries a touch of Joni Mitchell and a style all her own.
Making her Port Austin Porch Fest debut, Michigan musician Clair Sargent brings an acoustic indie mix of original songs and inspired covers, featuring guitar, vocals, and influences ranging from David Bowie to Boygenius.
From the Kennedy Center to stages across three continents, Barb Sorensen has carved her own independent musical path. Catch her at Port Austin Porch Fest for original songs blending pop rock, country, and folk, accompanied by acoustic guitar.
Get ready for a blast from the past as Ira Kyruh brings 70s, 80s, and 90s rock back to the porch. Youthful energy meets classic hits in a set that is pure fun from start to finish.
Rush Hour Jam brings nonstop energy with a wide mix of classic rock, modern hits, and party favorites. A crowd-focused band that keeps people singing, dancing, and coming back for more.
Highway Drifters are a husband and wife musical duo that travel the country, living full-time in their van. With a passion for the open road and a love of music, the Highway Drifters bring their soulful sound to audiences across the nation
Second Street Exiles is an eclectic group of local musicians blending country, rock, pop, and more to create a sound all their own. Based in the Port Austin area, each member brings their unique talent to the stage to provide a mix of musical genres for a thoroughly enjoyable listening (and dancing) experience.
Ryan Scott & The Creek Hounds, based in Smiths Creek, MI, blend country with a Southern rock twist. Drawing from outlaw/classic country and roots rock, their unique sound stands out. They pride themselves on taking audience requests while seamlessly mixing in original music.
Welcome, Kyle Mikolajczyk to Porch Fest! Kyle is a Detroit-born, multi-musician, songwriter, and entertainer recognized for his unique, old-school rock n roll demeanor/appearance, and delivers a well-rounded show capable of pulling off any genre.
From golden oldies to top 40 hits, The XoXo’s bring a high-energy mix of originals and crowd favorites that’ll keep you singing along all day. With California roots and a fresh Michigan-made sound, this dynamic group is ready to light up Porch Fest X!
Welcome back, Annabeth Taber to Porch Fest! Her songs have been written from her experiences and observations of the road. Annabeth uses her ukulele and unique voice to bring a one-of-a-kind sound that keeps you coming back for more.
Singer-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!
A 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.
Kenny Lang is a singer/songwriter from Port Austin. His songs brilliantly illustrate stories about life, love, happiness, and struggle.
Triple 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.
Single 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!
Frank & Jude are a husband and wife duo bringing decades of Michigan stage experience and timeless songs to life. From The Beatles to Elvis, the Monkees, and John Mellencamp, their feel-good mix of classic rock and pop truly offers something for everyone.
Schwanitz & Roggenbuck have evolved into a larger ensemble, bringing together a talented group of musicians for a dynamic sound. While Brian Schwanitz and Kevin Roggenbuck continue to lead with their folk-rock and pop covers, the group now includes a variety of skilled players, each adding their unique touch to create an even fuller and more vibrant performance. From sing-alongs to orchestral instruments, every year brings an exciting new dimension to their shows.
Formerly known as The Silverwood Bottom Boys, this beloved group brings heartfelt gospel harmonies and decades of musical tradition to Porch Fest. With deep roots in Michigan and a legacy that lives on, we’re honored to have them back on the porch!
Welcome back, Dr Harp & Sweet Melissa! Get in the groove with this talented four-person group featuring guitars, keyboards and blues harp. Plan on seeing a rousing set of jump blues, boogie and americana with tunes spanning about 100 years of history.
Mike is from Detroit and Jenna hails from the Chicago area. They have been playing music together for over ten years and are known for their timeless cover selections, unique arrangements, and thought provoking and entertaining original music.
Welcome back the Bill Denbrock Big Band! For more than 40 years, this authentic full-band has played arrangements of music of the swing / big band era.
Three siblings who have a great time singing together. Marty is from Muskegon and has over 40 years of experience playing guitar. Carole is from Grand Rapids. Peggy is from Port Austin. They have been singing practically from birth. If you enjoy singing along with the oldies from the 60’s, come join in for some easy harmonies and lots of fun memories in song.
