Performances

Named after Ukrainian nomads, Scythian (sith-ee-yin) plays roots music from Celtic, Eastern European and Appalachian traditions with thunderous energy, technical prowess, and storytelling songwriting, beckoning crowds into a barn-dance, rock concert experience. Nashville’s Music City Roots says Scythian is ‘what happens when rock star charisma meets Celtic dervish fiddling’, and the Washington Post claims “Scythian’s enthusiasm is contagious, and shows seem to end with everyone dancing, jumping around or hoisting glasses.”

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.

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.

Summer and Eric have been involved in music their whole lives. Theater productions, marching band, children’s’ performer, national touring shows, local solo gigs….they had already had a full life of music before meeting. By chance, Summer transferred to Eric’s school and he taught her daughter the first year they came. A few years later they taught on the same team next door to each other, perfect for singing in the hallway in between classes. They would stay after school singing Jason Mraz and Ingrid Michaelson and Dave Matthews tunes, led a few holiday sing-a-longs and eventually Summer convinced Eric to go to an impromptu open mic. That led to their first gig and years later, they sing almost 100 shows a year all over Virginia, Maryland and DC. Like so many others they started out singing cover songs but have started writing and recording their own originals.

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.

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.

The Helltown Riffraff began in Linden VA in late 2017 as the backing band for Jeremy Rodgers’ solo material. They are quickly gaining a following in the Shenandoah Valley and beyond for their gothic blues and rock with a country twang. Led by Jeremy’s growling baritone and sinister songwriting, supported by Lani’s warm harmonies and solid backbeat, driven forward by Charlie’s funky and melodic bass grooves, and rounded out by Marie Andrews on glowing vocals, colorful ukes, soulful flutes, and other odd instruments, the Helltown Riffraff will have you nodding your head and smirking along all night.

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.

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.

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.