Lambertville Porchfest 2022

Schedule

Lambertville Porchfest 2022 will be held on Saturday, October 1st.

Noon - 6pm

Porch Concerts will happen around town, and the schedules will be posted here.

Noon

The EarthWorks Band

The EarthWorks band is led by "Chuck’s got a Guy” Schubert who has been playing solo for many years through out the Lehigh Valley.  The band joins him for a few gigs yearly but we didn’t want to miss the Lambertville Porchfest!  The group plays covers from the 70’s and 80’s and features a crew of five guitar players!

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Slow Noche

Chris Buccari’s original nylon string guitar instrumentals with hints of Latin, Island, Folk and Noir.

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Chris Chadwick

The music of Chris Chadwick has its roots in the Greenwich Village folk scene, with generous helpings of jazz, blues, country, and classic R&B. Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye, Dr. John, Fred Neil, Tim Hardin, and Joe Cocker have all left an indelible imprint on Chris’s vocal style. Chris delivers an acoustic blue-eyed soul sound that is original yet familiar and widely accessible.

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CLOVER

CLOVER is a singer-songwriter originally from Lambertville, New Jersey. Captivating and perplexing, with vocals way bigger than her body, CLOVER wisps you away into her own sonic world. Inspired by the likes of Lake Street Dive, Lianne La Havas, Amy Winehouse, Carole King, and Joni Mitchell, she warmly welcomes you with a blend of soul, rock, and pop that echoes timelessness. Living in Brooklyn from 2018-2020, CLOVER frequently played shows at beloved venues like Rockwood Music Hall, Pianos, and Pete's Candy Store. After releasing her debut single “This Love” in early 2020, she decided to leave the city and travel around the country while safely bringing music to the public during the pandemic through street performance. From trailheads to mountaintops and cities to beaches, CLOVER has performed in 22 states. To see if CLOVER is playing in a public space near you, check her Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cloveronthemic/! Also be on the lookout for her new song “I Don’t Use Your Name” arriving September 17th.

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Loose Panic:

NJ based music project of Jarret Crawford. He combines influences from Americana and roots rock, 90s alternative, and various other influences to create sounds he thinks sound good together. He came back to playing and writing music after a 15 year hiatus during which he started a family and a career as a psychology professor. Now he tries to create music that deals with the feelings of anxiety, loss, anger and occasional joy that come with living in 21st century America. He has released two singles (streaming everywhere) and is set to release his first EP, In Hindsight, in 2022

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Sam Ryan

Sammy toured as a backup vocalist with Earth, Wind, and Fire. 'Nuff said. See this show!

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River Riders

The River Riders combine soulful harmonies with a unique instrumental spin on country, bluegrass, blues, and swing music. Barry Sokol (guitar) and Allison Brown (guitar, mandolin, harmonica) are the dynamic duo you don’t want to miss!

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Pat Foran

Described as “Familiar but different”, from Lambertville, NJ, Pat knew from age 8 that he wanted to be a songwriter. A lead guitarist by trade, Pat’s passion for songwriting led him to the Berklee College of Music and studies at Trenton State College (now TCNJ, Trenton, NJ), with classical guitar and voice. Pat developed as a singer with bluesy grit to power pop with impressive ease. \ With Pat’s released full-length album “Foran Policy” in 2013, he became an influential member the regional musical scene. Through his weekly Pat Foran Showcase, Havana New Hope, regional songwriters added greater access to eastern Pennsylvania’s vibrant, growing music scene. In 2017, Pat worked on Artist Development with L.A.-based A&R Rep, Rob Figarola, who discovered more than 7 Grammy-winning artists over the last 10 years. Currently, Pat is working with SoulShyne Entertainment, an indie music promotion company, and readying three new song releases starting in June of 2022. Of note, ten of his songs were added to TV and film music libraries in 2021 .  You can find Pat performing throughout the NJ, PA, NY region; and most recently adding shows in Delaware and Maryland as well.

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1pm

The EarthWorks Band

The EarthWorks band is led by "Chuck’s got a Guy” Schubert who has been playing solo for many years through out the Lehigh Valley.  The band joins him for a few gigs yearly but we didn’t want to miss the Lambertville Porchfest!  The group plays covers from the 70’s and 80’s and features a crew of five guitar players!

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Daniella Fischetti & Tim Ryan

Power duo of local bluegrass. You definitely want to catch these young folks playing old-time fiddle tunes.

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JavaSway

JavaSway swings an eclectic genre of romantic American and French jazz-style music. Singer, Allison Brown joins jazz guitar virtuoso, Jeffrey Fadden, and the inimitable double bassist, David Paller, for a performance that is sure to please!

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Chris Chadwick

The music of Chris Chadwick has its roots in the Greenwich Village folk scene, with generous helpings of jazz, blues, country, and classic R&B. Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye, Dr. John, Fred Neil, Tim Hardin, and Joe Cocker have all left an indelible imprint on Chris’s vocal style. Chris delivers an acoustic blue-eyed soul sound that is original yet familiar and widely accessible.

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Kevin Toft and the Alternators

Original & Rebuilt Genuine Jersey Dope Art Rock Blues & Soul

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The Swiss Guard

Loud music for quiet people.

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Rachel Rosemarie

rachel rosemarie crafts deeply poetic songs that work through the complexities of relationships, identity, living with a disability, and coming to terms with all the unknowns of modern life. rachel's guitar style is soothing and novel -- she plucks out arpeggios like a harpist among soft jazz chord voicings. Her melodies are simultaneously beautiful and unsettling, treading like a golden carp in a sea of existential dread.

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Tod the Mod

The man, the myth, the legend. Holding court daily at Kline's Court.

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2pm

Cidy

Singer-songwriter, Cidy makes music instead of dealing with their issues.

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The Local 12

The Local 12 is band with members hailing from South Jersey and Delco. Stylistically, the band covers multiple soundscapes and styles, best categorized generally as “rock.” During the lockdown, The Local 12 focused on writing and arranging original music, culminating in what will be a soon-to-be-released debut album. They’ll be playing original music with some fun covers being thrown in for good measure. Come join the sonic journey at the Corner of Chaos this year during Lambertville’s Porchfest!

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The Entertainment Corporation

80's New Wave acoustic shreddery! (Photo by Bruce Berlin)

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Drama Cycle

“Drama Cycle is a Lambertville, NJ based band that formed in 2020, experimenting with eclectic sounds and chasing the perfect blend between the unconventional and modestly accessible musical approaches, mixing uplifting and animated motifs with melancholy and grey space driven tones, and aggressiveness with subtleness, Drama Cycle has been a musical reflection of the aftermath of COVID, and will continue to evolve within musical explorations.

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Shyboyz

A band of boys who like to wear lots of wigs and diapers on stage - Shy Boyz are sure to make you laugh and freak you out all at the same time!

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Christina Ward

Christina Ward delivers her lyrical poetry like a humming bird plucking at your heart strings. She released a four-song EP on Mint 400 records earlier this year, and was subsequently featured on WXPN's The Key local music show. Christina Will be sharing the stage and playing bass with Our Bodies Themselves, the brainchild of Nawi Avila. Part performance art, part serious musicianship, and part comedy, OBT is one of the most unique and creative acts I have ever seen, so please do yourself a favor and see Themselves for yourselves.

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Slow Noche

Chris Buccari’s original nylon string guitar instrumentals with hints of Latin, Island, Folk and Noir.

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Those Looks

Slo jams from the wilds of New Jersey.

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Jeff & Karen

Acoustic duo-songs of 60s, 70s,and beyond + original tunes

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3pm

Kitty City

Kitty City creates lush psychedelic indie pop rock and sometimes you’ll wanna dance.

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The Entertainment Corporation

80's New Wave acoustic shreddery! (Photo by Bruce Berlin)

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Hot Dodge

"Oliver "Hot" Dodge, or simply "Hot Dodge" as many have taken to calling him, is an amusing and irreverent acoustic-synth-folk-singer songwriter who blends lush synthetic arrangements with plucky acoustic guitar lines, and lyrics that tell stories ranging from thought provoking to heartfelt to just plain old funny. Also he's got like a reggae thing going on these days?"

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RIPS

RIPS are an original rock trio from Bucks County. RIPS make bold yet melodic noises mixing elements of country, soul, punk. RIPS like chicks, whiskey and anything that moves fast

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Keith Kenny

If the audience at a Keith Kenny show were to close their eyes for the performance they would swear that there was a full band on stage. The audience, however, is too busy dancing to the one-man acts layered guitar riffs, foot stomping percussion, and emotionally charged lyrics to even think about looking away. In recent years he has shared the stage with the likes of Keller Williams, Leon Russell, John Hammond Jr., New Riders of the Purple Sage, The Zen Tricksters and John Kadlecik (Further & Dark Star Orchestra).

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Jeff & Karen

Acoustic duo-songs of 60s, 70s,and beyond + original tunes

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4pm

Lasso Kelly

This experimental country trio is going to chew you up n spit you out like molasses soaked tobacco.

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Calla Bere and The Attitude

New Hope-based and rock ‘n’ soul-raised, roots rock group Calla Bere & The Attitude takes the stage for Lambertville Porchfest 2022. CBA is a powerhouse experience you want. From alluring grooves to ground-shaking originals, Hibernia Fire Co. is the place to be this Porchfest.

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Mimosa Watusi

Mimosa Watusi shifts, alters, and plays with the boundaries of contemporary pop music in an authentic and satirical sound signature. His arc graces punk, pop rock, and alternative dance in a manner that is both pleasurable and nostalgic. [Mimosa Watusi on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/76s66jXmhANsEIJ2ZWWiKY?si=LBI6WYWERvKMwcrbOKORCg)

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The Shackers

The legendary Shackers have been rocking the tow path for eons. Groovy originals and classic covers, these guys know how to have a good time!

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Tinsel Town Rebellion

Tinsel Town Rebellion formed in 2020 as an ad hoc group to bring the music from the silver screen LIVE to your eardrums.  Though meant to be temporary, TTR has remained in demand.

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Proboscis

Behold the brainchild of Mother Mantis and Cloud. All their songs are about insects. Heavy, heavy insects.

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Bill and Fred's Excellent Adventure

Bill & Fred's Excellent Adventure is two guys from a band called Spitune doing their version of a rock and roll acoustic duet. Bill Fowler - Acoustic Guitar/Vocals\ Fred Moore - Acoustic Guitar/Vocals\ \ They do both covers and originals. The covers range from Pink Floyd, Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, Doobie Brothers, Simon & Garfunkle, Jethro Tull, David Bowie, Willie Nelson, and Frank Zappa. Just to name a few. They have also been described as a comedy act. Technically not true but when these dudes get going the comedy just kind of happens. It usually involves audience members in some way. Plus you never know who will sit in or be playing with them.  Basically, anything can happen at a Bill & Fred show. Everyone always has an EXCELLENT time! Come check them out

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Little Flowers

Little Flowers delivers slow musings on love and life. The debut release, Glitter, serves up four tracks that melt with wistful questions and are seasoned with nostalgic reverie and wonder. Did we make the right choice? How did we end up here? Remember what it felt like to laugh? If Glitter is an acoustic start to a brilliant career, Little Flowers' forthcoming material seals the deal with bigger arrangements and production.

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5pm

Creeping Charlie

Block rockers with harmonies who play everything from Lizzo to Queen and everything in between.

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The Shackers

The legendary Shackers have been rocking the tow path for eons. Groovy originals and classic covers, these guys know how to have a good time!

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Rock Hall

For over 25 years, Rock Hall has been filling all your garage rock needs.  From classic rock and 90's alternative to hard rock originals, they've got you covered.

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Bill and Fred's Excellent Adventure

Bill & Fred's Excellent Adventure is two guys from a band called Spitune doing their version of a rock and roll acoustic duet. Bill Fowler - Acoustic Guitar/Vocals\ Fred Moore - Acoustic Guitar/Vocals\ \ They do both covers and originals. The covers range from Pink Floyd, Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, Doobie Brothers, Simon & Garfunkle, Jethro Tull, David Bowie, Willie Nelson, and Frank Zappa. Just to name a few. They have also been described as a comedy act. Technically not true but when these dudes get going the comedy just kind of happens. It usually involves audience members in some way. Plus you never know who will sit in or be playing with them.  Basically, anything can happen at a Bill & Fred show. Everyone always has an EXCELLENT time! Come check them out

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Pat Foran

Described as “Familiar but different”, from Lambertville, NJ, Pat knew from age 8 that he wanted to be a songwriter. A lead guitarist by trade, Pat’s passion for songwriting led him to the Berklee College of Music and studies at Trenton State College (now TCNJ, Trenton, NJ), with classical guitar and voice. Pat developed as a singer with bluesy grit to power pop with impressive ease. \ With Pat’s released full-length album “Foran Policy” in 2013, he became an influential member the regional musical scene. Through his weekly Pat Foran Showcase, Havana New Hope, regional songwriters added greater access to eastern Pennsylvania’s vibrant, growing music scene. In 2017, Pat worked on Artist Development with L.A.-based A&R Rep, Rob Figarola, who discovered more than 7 Grammy-winning artists over the last 10 years. Currently, Pat is working with SoulShyne Entertainment, an indie music promotion company, and readying three new song releases starting in June of 2022. Of note, ten of his songs were added to TV and film music libraries in 2021 .  You can find Pat performing throughout the NJ, PA, NY region; and most recently adding shows in Delaware and Maryland as well.

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5pm-8pm

Elks Lodge Open Mic @ 66 Wilson Street

The Elks will keep the party going with their monthly open mic (every first Saturday!)

City Wide Dance Party (at Hibernia Firehouse - 37 South Main Street)

Local DJs: