Modeled after Nashville's Blue Bird Café, Writers in the Round is an intimate listening event featuring 4 local singer songwriters that provide a rare opportunity to hear original songs along with stories from the writers offering an understanding of the writer’s creative process.
Doors open at 6:00 music starts at 6:30
Billy Burger (http://www.billypennburger.com/
DAVE HARTL says: "He's taken the Joni Mitchell "tune the guitar anyway you want and figure out what works with it" approach and found his own methods and approaches. His voice has become confident and expressive. And his songwriting reflects an understanding of life and maturity that ranks with the best of them. I hear him singing and recognize the voice from the Seventies, but it's strong and confident now. A musician's music always shows what they are more than their conversation and I like hearing his music; I like the guy he's become."
Johnny B (http://johnbunts.com/)
Raised on an eclectic mix of country, classical, Motown, bluegrass and rock, he took a couple years of piano lessons as a child and would eventually teach himself to play the guitar. It wasn’t until high school that he began to take music more seriously, and began performing in public. After high school he continued to play various gigs at local bars and parties, working a number of basic jobs to support himself.
He’s played guitar, keyboards, and done lead vocals for a number of bands, but he always seems to find his way back to his singer/songwriter roots as a solo acoustic performer.
He has a large number of original tunes, and his unique, entertaining versions of cover songs will bring a smile to your face.
Paul Donovan (http://paul-donovan.com)
Starting young listening to his parents' "Meet The Beatles" record Paul went full speed ahead into Pop Radio land. Side trips along the way through virtuoso guitar and jazz music helped shape an eclectic take on music that's at once both comforting and familiar yet edgy enough to keep you on your toes.
Years of gigs from one side of the country to the other from solo, duo, trio, heavy and acoustic rock, large and small jazz ensembles have instilled a sense of confidence in his playing and singing. Both leading his own groups and supporting established artists.
Currently performing a handful of acoustic dates showcasing his original songs along with a wide-ranging selection of cover songs not usually heard by the regular club crowd.
Jacob White (http://www.JacobWhite.BandCamp.com)
I play originals and covers in genres such as indie, alternative, blues, and rock. I have band experience, but I always fall back on solo work. It's what I love. I'll do dinner/background music, as well as things more center-stage. Writing and playing tunes are what I enjoy doing, and it's even more fun when I get to share what I love with others. I hope you enjoy!