For two decades, Michael Sanford Day has been a staple of the New England music scene. Performing in various award winning bands (Among The Acres, Little Ugly) Michael has commanded audiences with his passionate songwriting all over the country. With powerful vocals accompanied by melodic guitar and banjo arrangements, his sound has been described as everything from americana, chamber-folk, indie, alt-country, to roots rock. Michael's latest project, Michael Sanford Day & The Hard Feelings, is the first time the singer/songwriter has performed under his own name. By doing so, Michael has found his truth. These songs are the most honest and heartfelt portrayal of personal trials and tribulations he has ever displayed. Accompanied by some of New England's finest musicians, Michael is honored and excited to bring The Hard Feelings to stages all over New England and to release their first music in 2025. 

Awards: New England Music Award: Best In State CT, Hartford Magazine's Best Musician/Band, CT Music Awards Best Indie Rock Band, Hartford Advocate's Best Rock Band, Best Americana Band

Lainey Dionne is a GRAMMY® Considered indie pop artist from Smithfield, Rhode Island. She has a total of 41 nominations & awards for her songwriting including the New England Music Awards 2023 Songwriter of the Year. While under a label in Nashville, she wrote with professional industry writers such as Gabe Simon (Dua Lipa), and Jess Cates (Jonas Brothers) on her full length album 'Self Titled'. A single from the album was optioned by Selena Gomez and although her team ended up passing on the track, Lainey has successfully written for other signed artists as well as for television shows on various networks such as MTV, Amazon Prime Video, TLC, Bravo, Peacock, and E!. The Berklee College of Music graduate has opened for international acts including The Head and The Heart and Nickelodeon's Drake Bell, while performing in over 100 venues in Rhode Island. You can find her music on Spotify, Apple, iTunes, Pandora and other streaming services.

Honest, reclusive, poignant and hopeful, Haunt the House is the ongoing creative project for New England based singer-songwriter, Will Houlihan. Haunt the House has been performing simce 2010 and is a Newport Folk alumni.

"...This is the kind of music that the genre tag of Americana was custom-made for."--Robert Ham, Paste Magazine

"Spooky, powerful, and affecting." --Brian Carroll, Redline Roots

Kyle Rathbun is a New England-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose style blends indie and alternative rock with the romanticism of indie pop and the wistful musings of emo. His songs usually center around a guitar and vocals, with vivid lyrics that may find a welcome home with fans of Phoebe Bridgers or Death Cab for Cutie.  Moody textures and twinkling guitars create a sense of sonic impressionism that carries resonance.

Sam Slick is a singer and songwriter recently relocated to Westerly, RI. He made the move East after spending eight years in Los Angeles, where he and his band released two albums and a handful of singles, while playing throughout the Southwest from California to Oklahoma. Sam walks a tightrope between classic folk rock and modern alt-country, all the while writing songs with a fervent commitment to original lyrics and unforgettable melodies. His third record, After the Dream, Before the Memories, will be released on March 13th, featuring production by the great Adam Lasus, fantastic playing from his Los Angeles band and numerous guests, and the finest collection of songs he has yet assembled. 

Award-winning New Hampshire singer-songwriter Katie Dobbins creates honest, soul-stirring music that brings light to the darkness. A gifted storyteller with the heart of a poet, her songs explore life, faith, and relationships with warmth, depth, and quiet strength—inviting listeners to both reflect and feel. Her album There Is Light earned Album of the Year at The Limelight Music Awards, and her music has been featured on prominent radio stations including The River and Boston’s Hottest Country. Host Carolyn Kruse praises her sound as “sweet but bold,” noting that Katie’s voice is “reminiscent of one of her heroes, Jewel—but only deeper… a fearless spirit with a gentle touch.”

Katie has been recognized as Best Solo Act at the Best of Lakes Region Awards for three consecutive years and has received six New England Music Award nominations, most recently for Performer of the Year (2025). Deeply committed to celebrating original music and fostering community, she is an active presence in the New England music scene both on and off the stage.

Learn more at katiedobbinsmusic.com.

Brian McKenzie is a versatile singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer whose music has been described as heartfelt truths, intertwined with emotional musicality and memorable melodies. He most recently had his song “Disguised” featured in the film The Roaring Game and  is continuing work on his new EP slated for a 2026 release.