Songwriters' Showcase at The Park Theater

Jimi W. is a singer-songwriter — he writes complex and masterfully arranged songs with a voice falling somewhere between James Taylor and David Bowie, and with a lyrical prowess and style all his own.He is a spirited frontman — for years he was the creative force behind bands such as Dark Honey, One Red Martian and The Blind Pilots.He is a lead guitarist — he stuns crowds with his impressive soloing, solid rhythmic work and gorgeous soundscapes.Jimi W. has the rare and special gift to take any song, any genre, any style, and make real music with it. He is a musical force to be reckoned with.Carolyn Shapiro is an old-time banjo player and songwriter from the Southern Adirondacks whose sound is rooted in the old songs of Appalachia...

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Jimi W. is a singer-songwriter — he writes complex and masterfully arranged songs with a voice falling somewhere between James Taylor and David Bowie, and with a lyrical prowess and style all his own.He is a spirited frontman — for years he was the creative force behind bands such as Dark Honey, One Red Martian and The Blind Pilots.He is a lead guitarist — he stuns crowds with his impressive soloing, solid rhythmic work and gorgeous soundscapes.Jimi W. has the rare and special gift to take any song, any genre, any style, and make real music with it. He is a musical force to be reckoned with.Carolyn Shapiro is an old-time banjo player and songwriter from the Southern Adirondacks whose sound is rooted in the old songs of Appalachia. Blending her sultry flavor with a traditional style, Carolyn's music feeds the soul like a good home-cooked meal. She writes songs inspired by the world around her with a unique voice that will stop you in your tracks.Carolyn's second album "Take It Easy" (2024) is a 6-song EP is about learning to take care of yourself and finding joy in a difficult world. Produced in collaboration with Jim Mastrianni, the album was recorded live with Connor Armbruster on fiddle, Oona Grady on bass, and James Gascoyne on guitar and captures the magic that can only be heard in a room of friends sharing music.Lily LothropThe best of both the singer/songwriter and the indie rock worlds. Based out of Troy NY, Lily Lothrop’s voice is a unique, fluttery, and warm standout in today’s vocal landscape. Her lyrics allow glimpses into the painful and lonely feelings of self doubt, anger, and longing. This juxtaposed with her noisy, and jangle-pop influenced sound induces catharsis for all who have struggled to be heard. Her debut studio EP is in progress, currently being recorded with producer Ryan Gallagher at Plaid Dog Studios in Waltham MA.

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