Ilana Katz Katz is a Blues and Appalachian fiddler, singer, songwriting musical chameleon whose busking passion began on Boston’s subway platforms in 2008. Known internationally for her signature solo performances, including scat-singing with her fiddle, she also lends her fiddling prowess to a who’s who of Blues musicians and beyond as a recording artist and special guest. She strives to do whatever she can to bring good vibes to our strange world by offering (FREE) home-baked cookies at her performances. Ilana is also a novelist, sews one-of-a-kind jackets and berets, makes organic body balm, and is a henna artist. Come see Ilana perform under the Umbrella Sky NPT @ Brick Market

Tony Silva brings the room to life with a wide range of traditional music from Spain and Latin America, and transcribed flute and harp music from the Andes for guitar. Styles include rumbas, waltzes, boleros, and huapangos with songs from Spain, Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Brazil, Venezuela, Argentina, Paraguay, Peru, Chile and lots of Gipsy Kings! Born in New York City, Tony Silva has been playing acoustic guitar for over 40 years. His father Pedro was from Chile, and passed on his love of the music of the Andes Mountains. Since 2010, Tony as devoted himself to learning the best songs from Spain and Latin America. He has established himself as the go-to musician in the area for people who love those styles of music. Come enjoy the exotic sounds of his playing and be swept away by the romantic melodies that flow from his hands.

Luca Simeone is a 23-year-old multi-instrumentalist, teacher, and composer. His acoustic performances converge the genres of jazz, folk, and soul and include popular covers as well as his own originals. Outside of his solo work, Luca is a part of various groups around RI including Guess Method, Smug Honey, DudeManBro, Quick Hits and where he plays trumpet, keys, guitar, and more.

Danny Draher, New York Blues & Jazz Society's Best Artist winning entry – is a guitarist, singer, musical director, consultant, and producer.

He has performed with Buster Poindexter, Bo Diddley, and the Uptown Horns at the Palladium for the Democratic Convention party in New York City with President Clinton on sax. Danny played many jazz and blues festivals including, “The Montreux Jazz Festival” and “The North Sea Jazz Festival”. Danny has performed with Paul Butterfield and Allen Toussaint. He was the musical director for the 1992 Rhythm and Blues Foundation Awards. The award recipients were Aretha Franklin, Bobby Bland, Sam Moore, The Staples Singers, Rufus, and Carla Thomas. The Danny Draher Band performed for the Radio America documentary, The Blues Story, An American Art Form, featuring B.B. King, Ruth Brown, and Buddy Guy at the Whitney Museum. He and his band were also in the 1994 first annual VH-1 Awards with Bonnie Raitt.

This journeyman of multi-faceted talent and passion has mesmerized audiences internationally including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Madison Square Garden. Danny also appeared on Delmark Records Fiftieth Anniversary Jazz and Blues Collection CD. He has a great reputation within the industry and is known for his style and finesse. He's due for a Grammy of his own.

Jimi Blacksheep will have you rockin. Jimi’s electric guitar performances will give you goose bumps. Performer and producer, Jimi performs alt rock, funk, hip-hop, R&B, neo-soul and jazz.

Danny Draher, New York Blues & Jazz Society's Best Artist winning entry – is a guitarist, singer, musical director, consultant, and producer.

He has performed with Buster Poindexter, Bo Diddley, and the Uptown Horns at the Palladium for the Democratic Convention party in New York City with President Clinton on sax. Danny played many jazz and blues festivals including, “The Montreux Jazz Festival” and “The North Sea Jazz Festival”. Danny has performed with Paul Butterfield and Allen Toussaint. He was the musical director for the 1992 Rhythm and Blues Foundation Awards. The award recipients were Aretha Franklin, Bobby Bland, Sam Moore, The Staples Singers, Rufus, and Carla Thomas. The Danny Draher Band performed for the Radio America documentary, The Blues Story, An American Art Form, featuring B.B. King, Ruth Brown, and Buddy Guy at the Whitney Museum. He and his band were also in the 1994 first annual VH-1 Awards with Bonnie Raitt.

This journeyman of multi-faceted talent and passion has mesmerized audiences internationally including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Madison Square Garden. Danny also appeared on Delmark Records Fiftieth Anniversary Jazz and Blues Collection CD. He has a great reputation within the industry and is known for his style and finesse. He's due for a Grammy of his own.

Jimi Blacksheep will have you rockin. Jimi’s electric guitar performances will give you goose bumps. Performer and producer, Jimi performs alt rock, funk, hip-hop, R&B, neo-soul and jazz.

Gary Lait Cummings has been performing original music throughout the U.S. and Canada for the past thirty years,. Gary s is joined by Bill Jiacovelli, and John DeBossu to form The Low Key 3.  The band performs a combination of Jazz Standards and R&B, Soul with a simple task in mind to HAVE FUN. This quartet will have you grooving in the streets with their show-stopping performance. Put this act on your cant-miss list!

Come watch Benny perform on the piano hits from the 70’s. Benny can be found jamming on the drums or rocking out on the keys all around Rhode Island.

Ilana Katz Katz is a Blues and Appalachian fiddler, singer, songwriting musical chameleon whose busking passion began on Boston’s subway platforms in 2008. Known internationally for her signature solo performances, including scat-singing with her fiddle, she also lends her fiddling prowess to a who’s who of Blues musicians and beyond as a recording artist and special guest. She strives to do whatever she can to bring good vibes to our strange world by offering (FREE) home-baked cookies at her performances. Ilana is also a novelist, sews one-of-a-kind jackets and berets, makes organic body balm, and is a henna artist. Come see Ilana perform under the Umbrella Sky NPT @ Brick Market

Ron Valcourt’s music and career have touched many, from Margaritaville in Key West, to New England. Ron is a master of the American Songbook. He was a former lead singer with the fabulous First Impression band. He will be entertaining with songs by Jimmy Buffett, Eagles, Zac Brown, Noah Kahan, Kenny Chesney, Elton John, and many others. Kick back and enjoy Ron’s joyous interruptions of America’s favorite songs.

Tony Silva brings the room to life with a wide range of traditional music from Spain and Latin America, and transcribed flute and harp music from the Andes for guitar. Styles include rumbas, waltzes, boleros, and huapangos with songs from Spain, Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Brazil, Venezuela, Argentina, Paraguay, Peru, Chile and lots of Gipsy Kings! Born in New York City, Tony Silva has been playing acoustic guitar for over 40 years. His father Pedro was from Chile, and passed on his love of the music of the Andes Mountains. Since 2010, Tony as devoted himself to learning the best songs from Spain and Latin America. He has established himself as the go-to musician in the area for people who love those styles of music. Come enjoy the exotic sounds of his playing and be swept away by the romantic melodies that flow from his hands.

An East Bay Singer/Songwriter, Beth Barron, is a bluesy, sultry songstress who delivers her originals with passion and honesty. A folk musician who implements a blues and gospel twist to her music. Beth Barron has been active in the providence community creating positive spaces for others to share their music as well, which includes, several established and successful open mics across Rhode Island, Beth is a board member of the RI Folk Festival and is founder of RI event, “Ladies of Folk.”

“Beth’s voice is smooth as silk with just the right amount of edge as she presents her original material during her solo acoustic guitar performances. Beth’s original songs are easy on the ears and plentiful on the mind.”

Allysen Callery is a self-taught singer-songwriter from Bristol, Rhode Island, whose delicate, mesmerizing sound has been compared to classic British folk artists like Sandy Denny and Nick Drake.

Allysen tours internationally and was awarded RI 's favorite folk act.

The Berger Boys are the dynamic father-son duo of Jimmy and Louie Berger. Blending generations and genres, they bring lush harmonies, heartfelt performances, and an infectious energy to every stage they play. With a natural chemistry that only family can bring, The Berger Boys deliver great vibes and timeless tunes that resonate with audiences of all ages. Don’t miss this musical duo!

Come watch Benny perform on the piano hits from the 70’s. Benny can be found jamming on the drums or rocking out on the keys all around Rhode Island.

Jimi Blacksheep will have you rockin. Jimi’s electric guitar performances will give you goose bumps. Performer and producer, Jimi performs alt rock, funk, hip-hop, R&B, neo-soul and jazz.

From Waterford, Ireland Anita formed the Celtic Rock band ANITA AND THE YANKS and played laying a slew of iconic venues, and sessions including The Big Irish Fair LA, The Seaside Highland Games, The Roxy, The Brixton, The Queen Mary, and Casey’s in LA. Inspired by the strength of Dolores O’Riordan, The Cranberries, Alanis Morissette, and Heart, Anita chose to focus on her original music. and create a new project, THE MANSFIELD BAND in 2013 featuring original songs driven by Anita’s vocals, melody, and lyrics. Anita joined up with percussionist Brendan McCarthy to build on the current leg of her musical journey. A simple and authentic expression of her original folk rock and she is excited to continue bringing this music to her fans. Anita sings from the heart and with her haunting Celtic lilt and wide vocal range she touches the souls with her rich sound. She is currently playing, writing, and recording for an album to be released soon. Come join her live stream to her fans in the UK.

Otis Read has been carving a unique musical path since 1971, creating an unforgettable audio legacy. Encouraged by the legendary Dave Van Ronk, Otis released the indie album Big Lost Rainbow in 1973 - a collaborative masterpiece with his first band that marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey. Over the decades, his boundless passion has led him to explore and blend the rich landscapes of rock, blues, folk, American traditional, jazz, and classical music, making Otis a true musical chameleon and a timeless artist. Don’t miss out on him playing timeless music!

Johnny Juxo and Anne Marie will get things kicking playing Americana to New Orleans Blues. His 2017 release Long Distance Driver won the Motif Award for Americana Album of the Year. In 2020, John recorded his next album, Get Off of My Lawn, a collection of songs written by local songwriters he’s worked with over the years. Johnny’s latest release is Rocket Wine, with Lisa Marie, A collection of Lisa's original songs that mix New Orleans-inspired blues and R&B.

A singer-songwriter and actor hailing from Connecticut, Charlotte infuses her music with a unique blend of soulful melodies and honest storytelling. With a sound described as a dash of Joni Mitchell, a hint of Carole King, a pinch of Sara Barielles, a sprinkle of Taylor Swift—and a healthy serving of zippity pow for spice—her debut album, I Guess I F*cking Care,’ and ‘Sad Girl EP’ showcases her raw and emotive compositions. Just back from her first bicoastal tour this summer, Charlotte is ready to continue to share her captivating sound with audiences far and wide. Stay tuned for her upcoming projects and collaborations, as she continues to make her mark in the indie music scene.

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Peter’s music performances reflect his eclectic lifelong passion for Classic Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, and Americana with some occasional Jazz and popular music thrown in for good measure. In the RI music scene, Peter is perhaps best known as the founder of the popular RI band Tanya McIntyre & The Professors, nominated by Motif Magazine as one of Rhode Island’s best cover bands for four consecutive years (2016-2019). Peter works in collaboration with The Same Thing Project (STP) a “community songwriting” workshop for people from all walks of life. Most recently Peter has created Rhode Tunes which brings together many of the best RI area musicians performing original tunes and covers with other artists and friends.

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New England Witches Guild is a group of like-minded people who join together to spread joy through dance. The Dancing Witches come from all walks of life and spiritual paths. We are NOT a religious or political group. Our goal is to spread joy, to young and old alike. We hold multiple events each year to promote friendships and fun, to teach our dance, and to support local charities. Members dance in parades all over New England, at Senior Centers, Community Festivals, and many other events, all in an effort to support the community a large, and share a sense of joy and belonging. The New England Witches Guild also holds a Parade of our own ,and Festival, in our adopted home of East Providence RI. You can get more information about our events on our website NewEnglandWitchesGuild.com or on Facebook. We have several Chapters in different areas, all with Facebook presence, and are always growing and expanding. They are so excited to be dancing at the Umbrella Sky Newport Event once again !!!

New England Witches Guild is a group of like-minded people who join together to spread joy through dance. The Dancing Witches come from all walks of life and spiritual paths. We are NOT a religious or political group. Our goal is to spread joy, to young and old alike. We hold multiple events each year to promote friendships and fun, to teach our dance, and to support local charities. Members dance in parades all over New England, at Senior Centers, Community Festivals, and many other events, all in an effort to support the community a large, and share a sense of joy and belonging. The New England Witches Guild also holds a Parade of our own ,and Festival, in our adopted home of East Providence RI. You can get more information about our events on our website NewEnglandWitchesGuild.com or on Facebook. We have several Chapters in different areas, all with Facebook presence, and are always growing and expanding. They are so excited to be dancing at the Umbrella Sky Newport Event once again !!!