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Subject: HSNOI Report

17 shows taped in 2019 (including 2 planned for Wed. Dec 11).:

685) Tues Jan 22 Between Hope and the Highway - the collaboration of singer-songwriters Regina Goldy and Tim Coyle. The northwest New Jersey-based duo has been performing together since 2016. Their repertoire incorporates each writer’s original music, and adaptations of favorite songs from their childhood roots to modern pop. The original music they are creating together combines melodies that sneak inside your brain, with richly textured instrumental and vocal harmonies that carry you from the front porch to the beach to the symphony hall.

686) Tues Jan 22 Idyllwood - includes Kris Lamb and Roma Blanchet on wooden flutes, recorders and Irish whistles and Anthony Campanella on guitar.performing intimate, acoustic music that spans from the 17th century to today. Anthony studied Classical guitar in New York and Maryland with performances at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, The Mint Museum and numerous Historical Societies, Churchs, and Cafes. He has been building guitars since 1997 and is performing today on one of his latest http://classitar.com/Classitar.com/Idyllwood.html

687) Mon Feb 4, 6:45 PM Mike Oregano - truly a unique act, both the aesthetic and sonic details of the "One Man Band" concept, performing in a Reggae/Hip Hop/Jazz style, he uses his feet to hit the drums as well as an array of fully intuitive pedal boards complete with: loopers, bass splits, synthesizer sounds, etc. He records the rhythm section (guitar and bass) on the spot, and layers over it with drums, solos, fills, etc. all while singing, rapping, or talk boxing, and soloing on his guitar simultaneously..http://mikeoregano.com/

688) Aug. 27, 2019; Susan Horowitz - singer-songwriter from the rocky coast of Maine. Sue has traveled all over North America to share her music and teach at congregations, homes, concert venues and conferences. Her music has been included in numerous publications and is used in worship in many communities. Sue's 3 Jewish CDs have their roots in liturgy, values, and Torah; Her recent folk CD draws influence from the singer-songwriter and American folk traditions. partnership with EJ Cohen, considered the premier ASL interpreter of Jewish music http://www.suehorowitz.com

689) Sat March 9 The Last Whippoorwill Bluegrass Band - 20 years ago, 5 guys got together to form a Thursday night club, for something close to their hearts The idea was to play the old tunes, the classic and traditional bluegrass music of Monroe, Flatt and Scruggs, and the Stanley Brothers...tunes that many "bluegrass musicians" seem to have forgotten, the name spun out from the title of Bill Monroe's "The First Whippoorwill". The band has discovered that many folks truly appreciate the old tunes, and for many young listeners, the classic sound is a whole new http://www.highlonesomebluegrass.com/

691 & 692) Thurs April 18, 6:30 PM Del Rey - started playing guitar when she was four years old. At thirteen, she was immersed in the world of folk music, via the San Diego Folk Festival. She has tried to get a whole band onto her solo instrument from the beginning. This gives her music an interesting complexity, especially when applied to the ukulele.Rags, blues and tunes of the early 20th century are her specialty, even as she writes new music to add to the tradition; also has fashion sense that would make Minnie Pearl smile. https://delreyplays.com/

693) June 8, 2019 Andrew Dunn - A favorite on the NJ folk scene, Andrew has been repeatedly featured on the legendary stages of The Folk Project and Godfrey Daniels. He has opened for folk icon, Judy Collins. In 2018, Andrew was a finalist in the prestigious Kerrville Grassy Hill Songwriter's Competition and also a finalist in the Great American Song Contest. His songs have been called “rare...with a gravity akin to James Taylor.” http://andrewdunnsongwriter.weebly.com/

694) June 8, 2019 Andrew Roblin - As a teenager in Canada, Andrew Roblin supported himself by playing "Dueling Banjos" while standing on his head. Andrew moved to Nashville in 1979 to improve his technique. But he got the bum's rush out of Music City in 1988 after publishing a magazine article titled "Who Called Country Music?" Andrew then moved to Pennsylvania, where he played thousands of shows. He sings and plays banjo, mandolin, ukulele, guitar, jaw harp, hammered dulcimer and other instruments, is now a semi-retired bohemian... www.AndrewRoblin.com

695) Tues Aug, 27, 8:30 PM; Randie O’Neil -With every word this NJ-based singer-songwriter's passion shines through. With her roots-inspired sound, she has independently released multiple albums, EPs, and singles over the years, and is soon to release her new set of songs. The I’m Not That Girl EP. O'Neil's storytelling comes from a sincere place, working as an adolescent intervention specialist brings a real-world perspective to her lyrics. Smooth and charming, Americana/Folk-Pop O'Neil puts her whole self into her writing and performances. https://www.randieoneil.com

696) Saturday Oct. 5, 2019 Tom Paxton with The DonJuans (Don Henry and Jon Vezner) - is the voice of his generation, addressing issues of injustice and inhumanity, laying bare the absurdities of modern culture and celebrating the tenderest bonds of family, friends and community. He has performed thousands of concerts around the world in countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Hong Kong, Scandinavia, France, Italy, Belgium, Holland, England, Scotland, Ireland and Canada. Tom received a 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Recording Academy during the 51st Annual GRAMMY® Awards. https://www.tompaxton.com/

697) Thursday Oct 24, 2019, 7:00 PM Butter Queen Sister - trio formed in 2014 with a folk-rich, Americana sound. Lead singer/songwriter, Rebecca Lang Fiorentino delivers original and memorable songs that feature simple, heartfelt lyrics on life and love, which at times capture a classic folk sensibility. When not anchoring songs with her guitar, Rebecca picks up her violin and provides another emotional voice to the arrangement. Joining Rebecca are Mike McLane on upright bass and Harry Gambrill on dobro, banjo, mandolin and harmony. www.butterqueensister.com

698) Thursday Oct 24, 2019, 8:30 PM Kristina Vaughan - Singer-songwriter born in France to a Czech mother and an Italian father. While training as a classical pianist she discovered Anglophone singer-songwriters such as Sinead O'Connor, Tori Amos, Fiona Apple, Damien Rice and Ani Difranco. She went on to study Anglo-Saxon literature in France and England and is now an active member of the Parisian Anglophone spoken word scene. She is also keyboard player in rock-funk sextet Jadallys, as well as a piano teacher and a professional translator.

699) Mon Nov 4; Billy Hector Acoustic Armada - recipient of The Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation’s Lifetime Achievement Award 2003 as well as two 2002 Asbury Park Music Awards for "Best Guitarist" and "Best Blues Band" (The Billy Hector Band trio) has been twice featured at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Hector’s five piece Acoustic Armada this award-winning singer/songwriter/guitarist’s array of talents. performs a wide range of American Roots music from Hector’s originals to blues and bluegrass with stops at all points in between from sea to shining sea. With the Acoustic Armada skeleton crew, Billy will be performing acoustic guitar and vocals. Joining Hector are: Suzan Lastovica on vocals; Wilbo Wright on standup bass.

www.BillyHector.com

700) Mon Nov 4; Bernie Drury - in 1976 spent nearly a year busking through France and Italy playing at outdoor cafes, the Paris metro, night clubs and colleges but the best thing that came from that trip was that I met my wife. began on CSN&amp;Y, Eagles, Creedence, James Taylor and so many more but I have always been a lyrics guy. My song writing spans most genres from the blues, to country, rock and some jazz influenced tunes but regardless of the style, the story is the most important piece. https://www.facebook.com/berniedrurysongwriter

701) Wed, Dec. 11, 2019, 7:00 PM; Joshua Mark - "Over the years as Program Director of 90.5 the Night, I've had countless musicians play live in the studio during my show. No one has ever impressed me as much as Joshua Mark. The combination of his songwriting, voice, and overall vibe is rare. Joshua has what it takes to make it." Rich Robinson, Program Director WBJB 90.5; officially began his career as a singer/songwriter in 2014 in Asbury Park, NJ. While under the apprenticeship of blues guitar legend Billy Hector, Mark honed his chops playing as both a rhythm guitar player and a solo artist at a host of venues around NJ and NY. Since 2014, Mark has performed at many nationally recognized and local venues and developed a local following around the Jersey Shore.

https://joshuamarkmusic.wixsite.com/mysite

702) Wed, Dec. 11,2019 8:00; Still Kickin’ – singer-songwriter-guitarist Brian McArtle and his heavenly harmonist wife, Nannette, return this time with their friend, Ray Sikora (dobro, bass)

brianmcardle.net/music.html