Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is popular local duo, A Former Friend!

A Former Friend was conceived in the desert of Arizona in 2012 and reborn in the hills of Kentucky as Americana Gothic in 2016. After performing across the globe, the band debuted it's self-titled release in 2020 followed by 2023's "This Television Will Not Be Revolutionized". That same year saw the release of both EP's on a full length 12 inch vinyl record. AFF's sound taps into a rich American songwriting tradition and the societal ills that have shaped it to speak truth to power. Their focus on the darker side of human nature and how it manifests in every day life details the modern zeitgeist against the backdrop of a modern take on classic sounds.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring Frank Viele!

Frank Viele’s brand of New England blues rock tugs at the heartstrings, pulling the listener on a surprise journey that transcends genre.

Yet even as he’s racked up accolades over the past 7 years — including New England Music Awards for Album of the Year, Male Performer of the Year, Songwriter of The Year (X2), and Live Act of The Year for gutsy, gritty tracks like “Broken Love Song” and “‘Til The Bourbon’s All Gone” — he’s rarely paused to savor the moment before moving on to yet another tour, album, or collaboration.

Viele’s music is characterized not only by his powerful vocals, soulful guitar playing, and poignant lyrics, but also its deep honesty. This is an artist who is not afraid of wearing his heart on his sleeve, and dig deep into the joys and struggles of life. He has been praised for his ability to blend elements of folk, blues, and rock into a unique sound that is both timeless and contemporary. Over the years, Viele has built a dedicated fanbase thanks to his dynamic live performances and his ability to connect with his audience on a deeply personal level.

With several albums under his belt and a growing reputation as one of the most exciting voices in Americana music, Frank Viele continues to push the boundaries of what it means to be a modern singer-songwriter. Whether he’s performing on stage or in the studio, he approaches his music with a passion and intensity that is infectious, making more and more folks take notice…one stage at a time.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring Travis Hyll!

Born and raised in North Carolina, now making New London County his home, Travis Hyll is a singer/songwriter who showcases his southern soul and diverse musical background in his powerful performances. He previously worked in a band with the brother and nephew of 25 time platinum country icon Randy Travis, as well as provided session work to several Nashville recording artists. 

By the year 2006, while still a teenager in high school, Travis Hyll had already performed on some of the same stages as Matchbox 20, Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, Jason Mraz, Michelle Branch, Train, Maroon 5, Sixpence None The Richer, Green Day, Everclear, Deftones, Goo Goo Dolls, Eve 6, 311, Blues Traveler, Flogging Molly, Our Lady Peace, American Hi-Fi, Buckcherry, Lifehouse, Ben Folds, Sum 41, Third Eye Blind, Evanescence, Seether, The Ataris, Hoobastank, Yellowcard, Switchfoot, My Chemical Romance, and many more.

Travis Hyll is an accomplished solo artist whose original compositions demonstrate an authentic, emotive, and timeless spirit inspired by his real-life values and experiences. His musical style often incorporates old time and folk elements pulled from his mother's deep Western North Carolina roots, country/western flair from his father's Texan roots, the soulful power of Southern rock and blues, and the evocative old world feel of Celtic traditions.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring Mythikel!

We’re excited to host the DEBUT GIG by this new young duo!

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring Southeastern CT’s very own Tara Gozay!

Tara Gozay is a jazz-focused yet versatile artist whose work spans rock, country, gospel, and pop. With 76 original songs, Tara blends authentic storytelling with heartfelt themes and creative twists. Her debut album, Speechless (2018), was followed by Spin Around (2020), Black Satin (2024) recorded in Austin, TX, and the upcoming Crossroads (2025), recorded in Las Vegas. Tara has released three singles, with a fourth coming soon. She has performed at festivals and venues across New England and worked with award-winning producers and mastering engineers Elliot James, Grant Malloy Smith, David O’Farrell, Thomas Juth, TJ Routon, and Simon Apex. A dedicated teacher and performer, she continues to travel and inspire audiences and students alike with her passion and creativity.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring singer/songwriter Becky Pryor!

Becky Pryor performs covers from across genres in a soulful and passionate style. Her music also has influences in indie and folk music. She also accepts requests for her original music.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring Southeastern CT’s very own Ethan Cash!

Ethan Cash is an acoustic cover musician from South Eastern Connecticut who covers all decades of music from timeless classics of the 60’s and 70’s all the way up to modern day hits. He plays an eclectic mix of many genres including rock, country, pop, R&B and reggae. He loves connecting with his audience and has a wide range of musical knowledge so he’s always happy to take special requests.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring Southeastern CT’s very own Spigs & Joe!

“I don’t usually shill for bands, but have you seen the way these guys throw themselves into their instruments? You HAVE to see them live.” - John Whalen, WESU Radio, 88.1 FM

When Spigs and Joe perform as a duo, they don’t hold back. The energy is simply contagious. A stripped down version of the full band, these two have the ability to turn jams on a dime, delivering heartfelt performances that feature original music, deep cuts, and creative takes on their favorite songs.

This is JSB like you’ve never heard it before.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring Southeastern CT’s very own Tony Marshall!

Tony Marshall is known for his exceptional vocals and versatile performances across solo, duo, and full band setups. He effortlessly blends Hip Hop, Reggae, Pop, and R&B, using a loop station to create a full-band sound. Highly regarded in Connecticut and Rhode Island, Tony delivers dynamic and unforgettable music for any event.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring Southeastern CT’s very own Noah Feldman!

Noah Feldman is a Southeastern Connecticut based musician with an eclectic solo catalogue tied together by soulful vocals and tight acoustic guitar arrangements. Styles shift from country and folk to rock and soul, with old favorites and deep cuts sharing space to ensure that no two sets are the same. He has over a decade of history playing as a solo act all throughout southern New England, and has played in great Southeastern CT bands including No Mind, Fleet, and Bank Street Groove, always bringing a signature sense of soul with him.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring New Haven singer-songwriter, Seth Adam!

Singer/songwriter Seth Adam writes compelling, genuine songs with honest lyrics. Taking musical cues from artists like Counting Crows, Tom Petty, and Jason Isbell, he creates his own brand of edgy, Americana-informed rock & roll with a socially-conscious message. His latest release, “Fits and Starts and Stops,” is "...a 10-track collection of evocative songs" (Randall Radic, Tattoo.com). Ryan Martin from Jammerzine says, “Seth Adam builds a stage for his voice and lyrics in a true and masterful form. Taking nods from vintage radio and Americana, Seth douses that with the fuel of rock and the penchant for classic alternative. This is a lesson for songwriters.”

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring the lead singer of the red hot band ERAS: A Taylor Swift Tribute, Rickie Louise Miller!

Rickie Louise Miller is a singer and multi-instrumentalist from Eastern CT who has been singing professionally in the tri-state area for over 15 years with various groups, including Sugar and Fever, and is currently fronting ERAS: A Taylor Swift Tribute. She also performs in acoustic duo and trio groups regularly and does booking and managing for multiple acts. Her set includes a versatile mix, covering many different styles and genres.

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring local artist Brian Gore!

Songwriter Brian Gore, with his rotating cast of players, the Tender Fritters, blend Country, Folk, Rock, and Jazz to create a dynamic Tex-Mex sound that carries his stories of travel, love, and conflict.

Check out Brian’s new single: https://open.spotify.com/track/1Xyg9ZBL76zFN7MWMjTpMT?si=63455155f0d04464

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring Ron Lynch!

Ron Lynch III - Eastern Connecticut based singer songwriter and lead singer of the band Hopeville General Store. With roots deep in the classics of country, blues, soul, and rock & roll, Ron brings a taste of Americana for everyone. Familiar favorites, originals and mashups, even willing to take a few requests!

Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring David Schena!

Dave Schena has been playing music throughout Southern New England for 25 years. After primarily playing in a duo with his father (Phil) he has combined with several other acoustic arrangements and tributes. Currently,  Dave's focus is on his solo shows and the trio Big "Dawg" Isaac. His show boasts a wide range of styles and genres ranging from older classics to stripped down versions of newer hits.  Restyled interpretations keep his sets fresh and interesting for all audiences.

Hailing from Mystic, CT, Brad Bensko is a multi instrumentalist singer/songwriter.  Throughout his life, he was greatly influenced by 50s/60s rock and pop music, and later came to love classic jazz, country, blues, and American roots music.  All of these influences work their way into his writing style and produce songs that are new yet reminiscent of an older time.  

Brad performs solo, with his band, and with his duo Kat & Brad.  His musical adventures have taken him to many places, including sharing the stage and opening for acts such as John Sebastian of the Lovin’ Spoonful and most recently Gordon Lightfoot.

Quinn is a singer/songwriter from Connecticut. She has been performing locally across the state since the age of 13. Blending a mix of pop, indie, and rock from classics like Elton John to hits from Taylor Swift, she appeals to a wide range of listeners. They also front Connecticut band, Cinema Stare.

Gray Hallberg has been playing the guitar since the age of seven.  In addition to over ten years of private instruction, he also studied jazz composition and music theory at the University of Vermont.  Gray performs throughout New England as a solo act, performing a mix of original songs and popular covers.  He is also the bandleader for Wooly Mammoth, which has shared the stage with members of the Blues Brothers and the Allman Brothers Band, among others.  He currently teaches guitar and piano at The Music Studio in Mystic, and also plays the ukulele and the banjo.

Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is popular local duo, A Former Friend!

A Former Friend was conceived in the desert of Arizona in 2012 and reborn in the hills of Kentucky as Americana Gothic in 2016. After performing across the globe, the band debuted it's self-titled release in 2020 followed by 2023's "This Television Will Not Be Revolutionized". That same year saw the release of both EP's on a full length 12 inch vinyl record. AFF's sound taps into a rich American songwriting tradition and the societal ills that have shaped it to speak truth to power. Their focus on the darker side of human nature and how it manifests in every day life details the modern zeitgeist against the backdrop of a modern take on classic sounds.

Ladies & Gentlemen!

Let’s talk about it!!!

Our 5th and final Salsa on Parade Plaza event is scheduled for this Friday, Sept. 27th, will be moving indoors to The Social Bar.

New London, CT
Friday, September 27, 2024!!!
You are welcome to arrive early.
The event hours are 8pm-10:30pm.

~ Free Salsa Lessons by Jason Pepin, 8pm
~ The Bad Boy Richie Rich, 8pm and 9:15pm
~ Live Salsa Band, Orquesta Sensacional, 8:30pm and 9:45pm

We would like to thank the New London Cultural District Committee and the City of New London for making these events possible.

Absolutely free events for all to enjoy!

Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is Lincoln Foley!

Lincoln Foley Schofield is an award winning songwriter and touring musician who has been based in Key West, New York and Nashville. Since moving to the ocean in New England recently he founded Lincoln’s Stoner Beach Band blending New Orleans and Calypso rhythms with Americana storytelling. He also performs solo doing his spin on popular rock ‘n roll, reggae, country, and rhythm and blues songs.

Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is local artist Danny Fleet!

Danny Fleet is a multi-instrumentalist who has been writing and performing across New England for the last 15 years. He combines a tongue-in-cheek lyrical style with uplifting messages and melodies, supported by his playful guitar and percussion. He is the lead singer and guitarist of Fleet, drummer for A Former Friend and drummer for Victim Or Victor.

Join us for dinner & drinks and enjoy some great music courtesy of our FM Series!

Frank Lo is a New London institution. By day, Frank is part of the collective that founded and operate The Annex. He also established the popular Famous New London clothing brand. By night, he spins a variety of genres including hip hop, post-disco, house, soul and more.

Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is new local duo Wylie Slim!

Wylie Slim is an up-and-coming acoustic folk rock band from southeastern CT consisting of brothers Aaron & Ben Kane.

Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is Los Angeles’ Shane Patrick!

Born into the performing arts Shane Patrick was raised by a dancer and a rodeo cowboy. He was raised in Connecticut where at the age of thirteen his father taught him how to play the guitar and handed him down a Beatles song book. Inspired by the music Shane formed a Beatles cover band in high school, The WannaBeatles, with his now life-long musical co-conspirators John Coretto and Thomas Thorndike aka The Tones.

After high school Shane moved to Manhattan and concentrated his energies on studying acting and performing original music at landmark venues throughout the city often backed by The Tones.

After finishing his studies at the William Esper Studios in 2002 Shane made his TV Debut alongside one of his musical heroes James Taylor in a National Commercial for  James Taylor’s album October Road.

In 2012 Shane went into the studio with The Tones and recorded his Debut album Go Places at the legendary Sear Sound (John Lennon/Double Fantasy) in Manhattan. Go Places was produced by Loren Toolajian, Engineered by Chris Allen and featured session drummer Brian Wolfe (David Byrne/St. Vincent) and session Violinist Johnathan Dinklage (Hamilton on Broadway/Eagles/Rush).

Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is Nashville’s Fimone!

Born inside a lightning bolt, Fimone traveled to earth through an electric charge, striking the black soil of rural Minnesota. Born with a natural gift for writing songs, she began crafting her own original music at just 16-years-old. Fimone’s first Fender helped her weather the storm of emotions that came from growing up different in a small rural town. Emerging from her family double-wide like a hatchling pecking toward light, Fimone followed her dreams. In Nashville, TN, she developed a unique sound that blends elements of country, blues and rock in a fresh and unexpected manner. 

She quickly found herself in a battle for her future with demons both in bourbon and human form; the three unable to be disentangled. Fimone manifested an intangible steel resilience and freed herself from her foes’ clutches. From there, her music has taken her across the United States and Europe, where she has toured and shared stages with some of the most respected names in the industry. Her live performances are powerful and emotive, showcasing her dynamic voice and thoughtful songwriting.  

In addition to her work as a musician, Fimone is also a passionate advocate for social justice and equality. Her songs speak to the heart and soul of listeners, offering a unique perspective on the world around us. Fimone’s music often touches on important issues for underrepresented communities, and her passions for music and humanity are divinely inspired.