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Sam C. Jones at Nova Live
2025-07-31 16:00 UTC | Nova Live, 9901 Discovery Blvd., Manassas, VA, 20109
Sam C. Jones is an actor, singer, musician and bandleader based in Washington, D.C. Virginia-born and raised on a steady diet of hard rock and show-tunes, Sam graduated from Christopher Newport University with a degree in Musical Theatre & Dance and immediately moved to California to pursue his dream of performing for a living. Since then, Sam has performed in regional theatres across the country. Some of his favorites include: Sacramento Theatre Company, Bucks County Playhouse, Ogunquit Playhouse, Hippodrome State Theatre and Opera House Arts. He is best known for his work in the hit show Million Dollar Quartet, playing the iconic roles of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins multiple times over. He is a a proud member of Actor’s Equity Association.

Outside of his life in theatre, Sam is an acclaimed singer-songwriter and bandleader. He has jumped head-first into the classic and alt-country genres, releasing songs such as “Pour Me Another”, a reflective and sorrowful homage to Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash, and “I Don’t Want to Be An American Anymore,” a Woody Guthrie style protest song in reaction to the January 6th, 2021 insurrection in Washington DC. The song went viral online and Sam has become an unlikely troubadour, drawing comparisons to Woody Guthrie, Arlo Guthrie, Yusuf / Cat Stevens and Phil Ochs, with fans begging for more protest songs reminiscent of these great songwriters.
As a performer in the DC music scene, Sam has earned a reputation for his energetic live performances, singing and guitar chops and ease with which he commands the stage. Sam’s debut LP, Overdue Confession II, is a deep dive into Sam’s love for Rock N’ Roll and Americana, and earned over 15k streams on Spotify during the first weekend since releasing on December 3, 2021. It showcases his versatility as a band leader, songwriter, and vocalist. For fans of Johnny Cash, The Black Keys and Jason Isbell, Sam is DC’s latest Americana artist who’s rise you don’t want to miss.

Troy Breslow at Smoke
2025-07-31 18:00, 2025-08-10 12:00 | Smoke BBQ, 10900 Warwick Blvd, Newport News, VA, 23601
Troy Breslow is a Country Music Artist from Hampton Roads, Virginia. Breslow’s music depicts a young man forging a name for himself in Country Music while maintaining his Jewish Identity. In 2018, he was recognized Country Artist of The Year by the Veer Music Awards.

Dave Goodrich at DuCard Vineyards
2025-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln, Etlan, VA, 22719
Virginia based singer, songwriter, producer, and educator Dave Goodrich performs extensively and has more than 15 commercial releases as a solo artist. A handful of the intelligently-crafted songs penned by Goodrich have woven their waves across six continents into more than 100 television shows—including shows hosted by Oprah Winfrey and Martha Stewart—and have been licensed by companies such as Red Bull Media House. His recordings have received radio airplay on commercial, college, and internet stations.

Troy Breslow at General's Ridge Vineyard
2025-08-01 17:30 | General’s Ridge Vineyard, 1618 Weldons Dr, Hague, VA, 22469

Meisha Herron at Afterlife 360
2025-08-01 20:00 - 23:00 | Afterlife 360, 8090 Sudley Rd, Manassas, VA, 20109
Meisha Herron Is a seasoned musician (Guitar, bass, vocals) from Chicago. She started performing in jazz, soul and blues bands in Chicago in her teens and opened up for Buddy Guy as a solo acoustic artist at his South loop nightclub, “Legends” where he does a residency every January. Upon visiting the Shenandoah Valley eight years ago, she fell in love with the scene and found the music scene inviting and vibrant, so decided to remain and has been performing throughout the region for the past seven years. Meisha is known for curtailing her set list for different audiences and has one of the widest repertoires around. spanning songs from the 1920’s to the present. Look for Meisha at a venue near you and you won’t be disappointed!

Shae Parker at Reitano Vineyards
2025-08-02 01:00 - 16:00 | Reitano Vineyards, Burke Rd, Front Royal, VA, 22630
Whether he’s writing songs along the banks of the Shenandoah River at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, recording next to the Mississippi River in Memphis, Tennessee or performing somewhere in between Shae’s music invokes roots, rock, folk, country and blues and is pure Americana from a genuine source.

Joshua Luongo at Lubber Run Farmers Market
2025-08-02 08:00 | Lubber Run Farmer’s Market, 4401 Henderson Rd, Arlington, VA, 22203
Joshua Luongo is a Virginia Based Folk/Americana songwriter and performer. Joshua’s music combines hopeful, upbeat melodies with contemplative and thoughtful lyrics. Joshua and his band have been building momentum throughout central Virginia with intimate live performances and a growing repertoire of original songs.

Ron Hamrick at Molon Lave Vineyards
2025-08-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Molon Lave Vineyards & Winery, 10075 Lees Mill Rd, Warrenton, VA, 20186
Ron Hamrick is an internationally acclaimed Virginia-based songwriter and performer. He has delighted thousands of audiences over the years across the U.S. and Europe playing a mix of well-known rock, pop, folk, and country songs as well as some of his own Billboard hits. These days, Ron most often performs at venues across Northern Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley. Planet Singer Magazine stated, “When you listen to Ron, you understand there is still quality music around.” His songs are available on major streaming services around the world, and he recently received an award for surpassing 1 million streams.

Troy Breslow at Coastal Fermentory
2025-08-08 17:00 | Coastal Fermentory, 206 23rd St B, Newport News, VA, 23607

Dave Nemetz at Full Distance Brewing
2025-08-08 17:30 - 20:30 | Full Distance Brewing, 650 Corporate Dr #101, Stafford, VA, 22554
Dave Nemetz is a seasoned solo acoustic guitarist renowned for his soulful renditions of roots rock classics spanning from the 1960s to contemporary hits. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, and Tom Petty, Dave infuses his performances with a timeless charm that resonates with listeners of all ages.

Meisha Herron at Front Porch Friday
2025-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Strasburg Pavilion, 216 E King St, Strasburg, VA, 22657

Dave Nemetz at Leesburg Farmer's Market
2025-08-09 08:00 - 12:00 | Leesburg Farmers Market, 30 Catoctin Cir SE, Leesburg, VA, 20175

Joshua Luongo at Culpepper Downtown Farmer's Market
2025-08-09 09:00 | Culpepper Downtown Farmer’s Market, 318 S West St, Culpeper, VA, 22701

Meisha Herron at Chilly Hollow Brewing
2025-08-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Chilly Hollow Brewing, 669 Chilly Hollow Rd, Berryville, VA, 22611

Stella Haile at Hank's Filling Station
2025-08-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Hank’s Filling Station, 4301 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA, 23508
Stella Haile is a singer-songwriter based in Newport News, VA. Known for her deeply relatable lyrics and soul-stirring performances, Stella’s music draws listeners into her world, with a voice that’s impossible to forget.

Melanie Pearl at Bear Chase Brewery
2025-08-15 18:00 | Bear Chase Brewery, 33665 Bear Chase Lane, Bluemont, VA, 20135
Melanie Pearl is a solo act who has performed across the Shenandoah Valley for the past 10 years with her keyboard, ukulele, and mic in tow. With a deep passion for music and a penchant for connecting with others, Melanie has curated a large repertoire of music curtailing each set to different audiences and their requests.
Most describe her style as “popular hits throughout the decades” as she performs many of the great hit songs from artists like Janis Joplin, Dolly Parton, Amy Winehouse, Adele, and several others.
You can find Melanie playing at venues like Valerie Hill Vineyard & Winery, The Half Note Lounge, Bear Chase Brewing Co., Briede Family Vineyards, and other establishments across the northern Virginia area.

Troy Breslow at Sly Clyde Ciderworks
2025-08-15 19:00 | Sly Clyde Ciderworks, 207 E Mellen St, Hampton, VA, 23663

Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute at SVMF
2025-08-15 20:00 | SVMF
Come see Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute perform live at the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival!
The Shenandoah Valley Music Festival is a not‐for‐profit performing arts presenter that has been bringing great music to the Valley since 1963. We receive funding through Shenandoah County Tourism, The Town of Mount Jackson, sponsorships, private foundation grants, contributions from businesses and individuals, and grants from the Virginia Tourism Corporation, Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

August 2025 Matundan in the Morning: Solar Return
2025-08-16 09:30 | VA
Jillian Matundan is an award-winning, multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter who returned to music in 2018 after a fifteen year break and has been winning awards and audiences with her unique guitar style and warm vocals. in 2020, she released her debut EP, “Hangin’ On” and is releasing her first full-length, fully-crowdfunded album in 2024.

Hot Strings & Cool Breezes, Americana Minifest at SVMF
2025-08-16 18:00 | SVMF
Come see the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival’s Hot Strings & Cool Breezes, Americana Minifest, featuring The Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band, The Gina Furtado Project, and Brennan Edwards!
The Shenandoah Valley Music Festival is a not‐for‐profit performing arts presenter that has been bringing great music to the Valley since 1963. We receive funding through Shenandoah County Tourism, The Town of Mount Jackson, sponsorships, private foundation grants, contributions from businesses and individuals, and grants from the Virginia Tourism Corporation, Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Stella Haile at Creekside Landing
2025-08-16 18:00 | Creekside Landing, 600 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Smithfield, VA, 23430

Meisha Herron at Paladin
2025-08-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Paladin Bar & Grill, 181-A Warrior Dr, Stephens City, VA, 22655

Melanie Pearl at The Half Note Lounge
2025-08-16 20:00 | The Half Note Lounge, 103 E Piccadilly St, Winchester, VA, 22601

Dave Nemetz at Red's Table
2025-08-16 20:00 - 23:00 | Red’s Table, 11150 South Lakes Dr, Reston, VA, 20191

Dave Nemetz at EatLoco Farmers Market
2025-08-17 09:00 - 13:00 | EatLoco Farmer’s Market, 42395 Ryan Rd, Brambleton, VA, 20148

Meisha Herron at Effingham Manor Winery
2025-08-17 14:00 - 17:00 | Effingham Manor Winery, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl, Nokesville, VA, 20181

Troy Breslow at DuCard Vineyards
2025-08-22 14:00 | DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln, Etlan, VA, 22719

Dave Nemetz at Reston Farmers Market
2025-08-23 08:00 - 12:00 | Reston Farmer’s Market, 1609 Washington Plaza N, Reston, VA, 20190

Meisha Herron at Shenandoah Sips Festival
2025-08-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Belle Grove Plantation, 336 Belle Grove Rd, Middletown, VA, 22645
