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Adam Calvert

Anna Ferris

Brett Stafford Smith

Brett Stafford Smith was born in the “Peanut Capital of the World” Dothan, Alabama. His love of music began when he found an old Fender acoustic guitar in his step father‘s closet. “He worked a lot and I never once saw him play that guitar so I felt like it needed some love.” It was this discovery that led to his love of songwriting. He began to spend all waking moments engulfed in the idea of life filled with music. “In class I would create setlist for gigs I didn’t have."

Silas Reed

Silas Reed, IV was born in Knoxville, TN and raised in North Mississippi. His music is a wonderful blend of soothing soulful vocals, calm flowing piano, and his percussive acoustic guitar. Silas proudly embraces the genre of “Acoustic R&B”, with a diverse set list composed of covers and originals. While he indulges his influences such as Prince and Funkadelic, his most recent songwriting has reflected more personal topics. His latest single is “Just your ghost”.

Rhonda Funk

Recently signed to Pure Music, Rhonda is a singer/songwriter with soul and spirit of a warrior, Rhonda Funk combines the grittiness of Janis Joplin with the softness of Stevie Nicks. Describe by many as a young Melissa Etheridge with a rhaspy country tone and a rock edge, Funk delivers a unique vibe on the stage. Writing her first song at the age of 15, she has recorded three Christian albums, one country album and one on the way.

Jorge Valenzuela

A classically trained lyric tenor, I had the privilege to study voice under Jazz great Dee Knapp for many years.My sets reflect my varied tastes and and will take you on a journey that include all Genres. Rock/Pop/Country/Soul. I can take it down to an intimate vibe, or get everybody up when the time is right.

Sean Ryan

Sean Ryan's sincere & soulful vocals are complimented by the passion he puts into performing on the guitar. His songs are built upon his struggles and triumphs in life and reflects the humor & emotions found in all of us.

Derek Andrew

Country singer/songwriter Derek Andrew grew up just outside of Nashville, Tennessee, and began singing as a child. Inheriting a love of music from his father, Derek picked up his first instrument, an acoustic guitar, at age 12 and almost immediately began writing his own songs. Although Derek's roots are anchored deep in traditional country music, he grew up with alternative rock dominating the airwaves. Now, with his rock-influenced country style, Derek Andrew hits close to home.

Jess McNear

26-year-old Nashville recording artist, Jessica McNear is proof that hard work can make it possible for somebody living in Smalltown, USA to find success in today’s competitive music industry. The native of tiny Freedom, Pennsylvania has grown from her early days singing in her church choir into a professional singer and music collaborator in Music City. She has performed at some of Nashville’s most well-known venues such as Legend’s Corner, Tin Roof, and Hard Rock Café.