Events
Open Mic
Wednesday October 8th
Every Wednesday
đ€ Open Mic Night at Kokomo! đ¶
Talented Artists Hit the stage every Wednesday from 6-9PM! đđž
đ Spots fill up fastâsign up in advance! đ© DM @6stringsandme or email 6stringsandme@chiwapapublishing.com to secure your slot.
Great music, joyful company, and the best food in town will surely make it a night to rememberâsee you there! đ” #KokomoOpenMic #LiveMusic
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
David Brookings
Friday October 10th
David Brookings has been around. Originally from Richmond, VA., he has put out multiple albums of original material under both his own name and as frontman of David Brookings and the Average Lookings. At solo acoustic shows he plays covers from the â60-â90s and beyond, mixing song selections from the Rock, Country, and Pop genres. He has recently moved to Nashville from L.A., but before that lived in Memphis, TN. where he was a tour guide at Sun Studio (Elvis, Johnny Cash, etc.). So the recent move to Nashville is a homecoming of sorts, back to the great state of Tennessee.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Carson Hill
Saturday October 11th
Carson Hill, based out of Franklin, Tennessee, is creating a name for herself across the southeast as a singer, songwriter, and guitarist. She began writing and performing her original songs at an early age, winning over the hearts of many in her home state of North Carolina. She moved to the Nashville area at the age of eighteen to pursue her songwriting career. Hill has been featured on some very prominent stages from the legendary Bluebird Cafe in Nashville to the Double Door Inn in Charlotte. She has also opened for singer-songwriter Edwin McCain, the legendary John Ford Coley, Anthony Hamilton, and Johnny Rivers. She has performed in front of thousands for Feld Motor Sports Monster Jams at arenas in North Carolina. More recently, sheâs been traveling all over the US playing at Vintage Market Days. Her music is an invigorating mix of singer/songwriter, country, and folk elements.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Logan Bennett
Friday October 17th
Logan Bennett is a singer-songwriter based out of Nashville, TN. Logan practically grew up on the stage, and stood in front of a microphone for the first time at age 4. Since then, he has written many songs and has fallen in love with the way music and stories connect us all: To what is real, what is true, and what is human.Â
With inspiration from Ben Rector, Needtobreathe, and John Mayer, Logan spends time harnessing the singer-songwriter genre, and loves singing true lyrics - with some groove. He also enjoys spending plenty of time outdoors. Join him in his journey by following along on his instagram @loganbennettmusicÂ
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Claire Vandiver
Saturday October 18th
Claire Vandiver is an artist who lives between light and shadow. With a voice both haunting and singular, she delivers emotional truths wrapped in cinematic soundscapes and moody pop hooks. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Claire grew up surrounded by musicâbut it was her own lived experience, marked by love, loss, and resilience, that shaped her unmistakable sound. Her debut full-length album, produced by Jared Corder at Polychrome Ranch outside of Nashville, is a raw, vulnerable, and sometimes seductive journey through heartbreak, grief, healing, and rebirth. Set for release in 2025, the project captures the full emotional spectrumâfrom sorrow to strength, from sensuality to solitude. The albumâs first single, âShy on Believing,â is already out and offers a powerful introduction to the soul-baring world Claire creates with her music.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Mary Lou
Friday October 24th
Mary Lou is a Christian Singer/Songwriter who mixes pop and folk into her music.Â
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Pepper Brooks
Saturday October 25th
Pepper Brooks grew up in small town Alabama. While overseas serving his country in the U.S. Army Pepper purchased his very first guitar and started teaching himself how to play.Â
Since moving to Nashville he has worked with a list of talented artists and recently recorded his debut album at the world famous âDark Horse Studiosâ. He has also made recordings at âWe the People Productionsâ and at âHidden Creek Studiosâ. He has wrote songs with some well known song writers such as Jason Wyatt, Corey Lee Barker (aka Christmas Corey) and many many others.Â
2024 brought in new and exciting opportunities where he received his first award from ISSA for Single of the Year âAmerica I Miss You". Later in the year his song âOld Fashioned Therapyâ won best traditional country song from WSA.
Be sure to keep a close watch on this amazing talented Singer Songwriter as he is bound to be a superstar.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Anthony Michael
Friday October 31st
âAnthony is an amazing Singer/Songwriter and Musicianâ â G. Love, Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter and frontman of G.Love & Special SauceÂ
 âSounds Great!... my favorite is âFall Hardâ. Well Done!â â Zach Gill, Pianist/Vocalist for Multi-Platinum singer Jack Johnson & ALOÂ
 âAnthony sings his ass off!â â Erik Lutkins, Multi-Platinum & Grammy winning Recording Engineer for Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, & Sugarland
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Hannah McDonald
Saturday November 1st
Hannah McDonald plays an eclectic mix of originals and covers. She is a talented artist and writer and we always love having her on our Kokomo stage.Â
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Michael Young
Friday November 7th
Michael Young is an indie artist and songwriter whose work spans both Christian and secular genres. Known for his soulful vocals and introspective style, he crafts music with thoughtful, life-giving lyrics that invite listeners into deeper reflection and themes of hope.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Dan Reardon
Saturday November 8th
Dan is a singer-songwriter / Country Music artist from Long Island, NY.Â
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Anthony Michael
Friday November 14th
âAnthony is an amazing Singer/Songwriter and Musicianâ â G. Love, Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter and frontman of G.Love & Special SauceÂ
 âSounds Great!... my favorite is âFall Hardâ. Well Done!â â Zach Gill, Pianist/Vocalist for Multi-Platinum singer Jack Johnson & ALOÂ
 âAnthony sings his ass off!â â Erik Lutkins, Multi-Platinum & Grammy winning Recording Engineer for Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, & Sugarland
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Julielle
Saturday November 15th
Mixing funky Motown bass lines and drum beats with traditional country instruments, Julielle blends a unique cocktail of genres including country, pop, soul, and 60s/70s Rock.Â
Julielle draws performance inspiration from several years of musical theater throughout her childhood and singing for an Indie Rock band in Santa Barbara, CA. Since moving to Nashville in June of 2022, she has found a love for the "funky" sound from attending Motown Monday at the 5 Spot in East Nashville. She has recorded a 4 song EP and has enjoyed playing live shows around Nashville and sharing her music on the road! Her soulful, groovy sound combines infectious melodies with raw, highly personal lyrics and is a refreshing addition to the modern country music scene.
Much like the space for women in modern country music, Julielleâs sound is constantly evolving and pushing boundaries.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Ben Cannon
Friday November 21st
Ben Cannon is a singer-songwriter from Franklin, TN. Born into a family of musicians, music runs deep in his blood. Ben is known for his energetic live shows that captivate audiences. Blending country, folk, and pop with a signature country twist, Ben delivers a dynamic performanceâwhether itâs an upbeat set or a more intimate, mellow vibe. His soulful, rich voice brings life to both crowd-favorite covers and his hauntingly melodic originals, each telling a unique story.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Estella Kirk
Saturday November 22nd
Estella Kirk is a Christian pop artist and songwriter raised in a small Oklahoma town. Now based in Franklin, TN, Estella blends storytelling with cinematic pop sounds, creating songs that feel like journal entries. Her latest EP, Growing Pains, captures the stretch of young adulthood: the quiet ache of leaving home, the bittersweet shift of outgrowing old rhythms, and the sacred comfort of knowing God doesnât change even when everything else does.Â
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Patrick McCormic
Friday November 28th
Patrick McCormic is a songwriter based in Franklin, TN. Born in Louisiana and raised in both California and Alabama, Patrick developed his passion for music through a love of Americana, fun country, and the long-lost genre of adult contemporary. He describes his unique style as âSouthern Alternative,â aiming to bring together the sounds that shaped him.His influences are wide-ranging and deeply rooted in the tapes and CDs that filled his home while growing up. These early inspirations not only defined his creative style but also had a profound impact on who he is as a person, both musically and personally.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Rachel Summers
Saturday November 29th
Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, Rachel Summers is a singer/songwriter now based in Nashville. She is quickly making her mark on this town. Be sure to reserve your table to be among the first to hear this exceptional talent.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Rachel Summers
Friday December 5th
Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, Rachel Summers is a singer/songwriter now based in Nashville. She is quickly making her mark on this town. Be sure to reserve your table to be among the first to hear this exceptional talent.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Wilson & Boozer
Saturday December 6th
Friends since the early 90s, Scott Wilson and Brandon Boozer form an acoustic duo covering songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s. Many you'll know and some will seem new, but all are great songs that deserve to be heard.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Sarah Kristine
Saturday December 13th
Sarah Kristine is a Nashville based artist and songwriter who grew up in Peachtree City, Georgia. Her musical journey began both at home and in the church. Being from a musical family, she began writing songs at an early age and singing with her family. While she grew up saturated in music, it wasn't until her late college years when she began pursing a career in songwriting and artistry.
Since moving to Nashville, the independent artist has had a variety of opportunities to put out both cover songs and original music. Her songs can be described as deeply heartfelt and meaningful, tackling matters of love, life, and heartbreak. The covers that have been released offer only a small glimpse into the stylings of more original music to come.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Anthony Michael
Friday December 19th
âAnthony is an amazing Singer/Songwriter and Musicianâ â G. Love, Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter and frontman of G.Love & Special SauceÂ
 âSounds Great!... my favorite is âFall Hardâ. Well Done!â â Zach Gill, Pianist/Vocalist for Multi-Platinum singer Jack Johnson & ALOÂ
 âAnthony sings his ass off!â â Erik Lutkins, Multi-Platinum & Grammy winning Recording Engineer for Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, & Sugarland
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Joey Sykes
Saturday December 20th
Songwriter, Engineer, Musician. Joey Sykes started out in New York and got his big break as the lead guitarist in the band Coward signed to Elektra Records and Warner-Chapel Publishing, touring with Third Eye Blind. Â When Joey plays at Kokomo, he plays all styles of popular music, mostly leaning towards Beatles, Tom Petty, Jackson Browne, Coldplay, Eagles, Rolling Stones, etc. He is also a touring guitar player for the legendary classic rock group THE BABYS.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Anthony Michael
Friday January 2nd
âAnthony is an amazing Singer/Songwriter and Musicianâ â G. Love, Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter and frontman of G.Love & Special SauceÂ
 âSounds Great!... my favorite is âFall Hardâ. Well Done!â â Zach Gill, Pianist/Vocalist for Multi-Platinum singer Jack Johnson & ALOÂ
 âAnthony sings his ass off!â â Erik Lutkins, Multi-Platinum & Grammy winning Recording Engineer for Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, & Sugarland