Events
Faith Groves
Saturday June 21st
Faith Groves, originally from Odessa, Texas, comes from a very musical family where country music wasn’t just a genre, but a way of life. She received her first real guitar when she was nine years old, and started writing songs in secret at the age of thirteen. Faith now lives in Nashville. She released her first single “Get the Hell Outta My Way” on November 3, 2023, with her first EP following on December 1, 2023. More releases to come.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Open Mic
Wednesday June 25th
Every Wednesday
🎤 Open Mic Night at Kokomo! 🎶
Hit the stage every Wednesday from 6-9PM! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is your chance to shine. 🌟🎸
📅 Spots fill up fast—sign up in advance! 📩 DM @6stringsandme or email 6stringsandme@chiwapapublishing.com to secure your slot.
Great music, good company, and a night to remember—see you there! 🎵 #KokomoOpenMic #LiveMusic
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Anthony Michael
Friday June 27th
“Anthony is an amazing Singer/Songwriter and Musician” — G. Love, Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter and frontman of G.Love & Special Sauce
“Sounds Great!... my favorite is “Fall Hard”. Well Done!” — Zach Gill, Pianist/Vocalist for Multi-Platinum singer Jack Johnson & ALO
“Anthony sings his ass off!” — Erik Lutkins, Multi-Platinum & Grammy winning Recording Engineer for Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, & Sugarland
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Donny Van Slee
Saturday June 28th
Team Reba on Season 25 of The Voice, Donny Van Slee AKA Dr. Don realized at a young age that music was more than just a passion – it was his life’s art.In 2018, Donny left his hometown to study at Palmer College of Chiropractic, located in Daytona Beach, Florida where he continued to perform live every weekend. Donny finally discovered Nashville, TN while road-tripping from Florida to Colorado to start a chiropractic internship.
After a few sent out emails, the “World-Famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge” decided to grant him an audition. So, while Donny was driving back from Colorado to Florida to graduate Chiropractor school, he auditioned and they hired him. That’s when Donny decided to pursue his music career, moving to Nashville where he continues to write and release songs, perform at local venues, and practice chiropractic.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Rachel Summers
Friday July 4th
Spend your July 4th celebrating in Westhaven! Lakeside dining with fantastic music by our own Rachel Summers! 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
Julielle
Saturday July 5th
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.
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, Julielle’s sound is constantly evolving and pushing boundaries.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Nick Bentley
Friday July 11th
Nick Bentley is a singer/songwriter from Duck River, Tennessee. Nick started playing in front of audiences in 2022 and now plays at various venues across Tennessee and the Southeast. Nick loves to play a variety of music, both old and new but country is definitely his favorite. Nick also writes his own music and has released 5 original songs which can be found on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and most music streaming services. When he’s not playing music Nick can be found teaching at a local elementary school in his hometown.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Wilson & Boozer
Saturday July 12th
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
Drew Pulliam
Friday July 18th
Drew Pulliam is a folk/rock singer-songwriter from Jonesboro, Arkansas. Growing up in the local theatre there, he’s been surrounded by the arts and performing on stage his entire life. Drew met Mississippi hit songwriter Steve Azar when he was 16 and has been working under Steve’s tutelage ever since. Drew has released two EP’s, 16 Going On 60 and Like a Dream, and is currently working on his first full length Album to be released in early 2025
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Ben Cannon
Saturday July 19th
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 performance—whether it’s 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
Jonny and Clyde
Friday July 25th
Meet the talented father-son songwriting duo, Chad and Glen Huey of Jonny and Clyde. With a shared passion for music and storytelling, this dynamic duo creates heartfelt and catchy songs that resonate with audiences of all ages. Their harmonious blend of lyrics and melodies reflects their strong family bond, faith, and musical chemistry, making them a unique and inspiring team in the music industry.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Oliver Pigott
Saturday July 26th
Oliver Pigott is a Canadian born singer/ songwriter currently writing and recording in Nashville. He's written hundreds of songs, toured and recorded worldwide and acted on both stage and screen. He's fronted projects of varying genres, with each artistic reincarnation a testament to an ever-unfolding journey. Oliver's debut US single "Eyes My Daddy Gave Me", was his first US single, produced by Billboard record producer and Grammy accredited songwriter Clarence Jey and mixed by 2x Grammy award-winning Brandon Bell. Oliver's follow-up single, "Freedom To Me (written for his wife) will drop soon, a track from his American debut live album recorded at Dark Horse Recording in Franklin, TN. The live album recording was curated by Ben Calhoun (Citizen Way) and sound engineered by Dave Hagen.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Hannah McDonald
Friday August 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.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
South Margin
Saturday August 2nd
South Margin is a Franklin, TN Father/Daughter duo, who plays acoustic sets of all your favorite classic/southern rock tunes. We love them here at Kokomo! Reservations recommended, as they have quickly become a local favorite.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Pepper Brooks
Friday August 8th
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.
Since moving to Nashville he has worked with a list of talented artists and recently recorded his debut album at the world famous “Dark Horse Studios”. He has also made recordings at “We the People Productions” and at “Hidden Creek Studios”. He has wrote songs with some well known song writers such as Jason Wyatt, Corey Lee Barker (aka Christmas Corey) and many many others.
2024 brought in new and exciting opportunities where he received his first award from ISSA for Single of the Year “America I Miss You". Later in the year his song “Old Fashioned Therapy” 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
Ben Cannon
Saturday August 9th
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 performance—whether it’s 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
Julielle
Friday August 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.
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, Julielle’s sound is constantly evolving and pushing boundaries.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Carson Hill
Saturday August 16th
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, she’s 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
Butter & Grit
Friday August 22nd
Butter & Grit is a Nashville-based country soul duo on a mission to revive the heart of country music—with a soulful twist. Blending Luke-Michael’s smooth, R&B-inflected vocals (“butter”) and Laurel Taylor’s raw, powerhouse grit (“grit”), the duo brings together two distinct voices to create a sound that’s both timeless and fresh. Longtime friends and collaborators, Luke-Michael and Laurel Taylor have sung together on stages and in studios for years, but it was during a prison ministry tour—performing for inmates across the country—that something deeper took root. The response to their harmonies was overwhelming, with audience after audience urging them to make it official. In that sacred space, surrounded by stories of struggle and redemption, Butter & Grit was born. Their debut single “Off My Sleeve” (Fall 2024) set the tone for a project rooted in honest songwriting, rich harmonies, and emotional resonance. Whether singing in prisons, recovery centers, or on stages nationwide, Butter & Grit is bringing back the kind of country music that heals, moves, and reminds us we’re not alone.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Sam Marsh
Saturday August 23rd
Sam Marsh is known for writing and playing songs from all different genres, leaving some to wonder what to label her! She loves jazz, rock, punk, folk, and soulful music and has been known to sing some Spice Girls, then 9 to 5 by Dolly Parton, and finish up with some Paramore. She has been compared to the likes of The Cranberries, Lauren Daigle, and Ella Fitzgerald. Sam has recorded 3 EPs, "GreenTree Sessions" (2016), “Home Anywhere” (2021), “Basecamp” (2024), and a Christmas Single, “He Chose Emmanuel” (2024). And there is a new full-band EP on the way in 2025 so stay tuned!
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Connor Myers
Friday August 29th
Connor Myers is a talented country singer and songwriter hailing from Garwood, New Jersey. He discovered his deep passion for music while serving in the Marine Corps, a journey that began when a fellow soldier generously lent him a guitar. After completing his military service, he returned to New Jersey, took up a job at a local chemical plant, and devoted his spare time to writing songs that resonated with his experiences.
His wife, Sarah, played a significant role in his artistic journey by encouraging him to pursue greater opportunities in Nashville after she heard his moving song “Overseas,” which poignantly highlights the unique challenges faced by military families. While balancing his duties as a police officer in Franklin, TN, Connor achieved a major milestone by signing his first artist deal, allowing him to fully embrace his music career. In 2022, he experienced a spiritual transformation, embracing his faith and transitioning into a Christian country artist, focusing on creating music that authentically shares his beliefs and inspires others.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Faith Groves
Saturday August 30th
Faith Groves, originally from Odessa, Texas, comes from a very musical family where country music wasn’t just a genre, but a way of life. She received her first real guitar when she was nine years old, and started writing songs in secret at the age of thirteen. Faith now lives in Nashville. She released her first single “Get the Hell Outta My Way” on November 3, 2023, with her first EP following on December 1, 2023. More releases to come.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Julielle
Friday September 5th
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.
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, Julielle’s sound is constantly evolving and pushing boundaries.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
South Margin
Saturday September 6th
South Margin is a Franklin, TN Father/Daughter duo, who plays acoustic sets of all your favorite classic/southern rock tunes. We love them here at Kokomo! Reservations recommended, as they have quickly become a local favorite.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Dan Reardon
Friday September 12th
Dan is a singer-songwriter / Country Music artist from Long Island, NY.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Frank Carson
Saturday September 13th
Frank Carson is a country artist and songwriter from the Florida panhandle. At 22 years old, his deep resonant voice blends well with his emotional and energetic songs. Before moving to Nashville, he was a regular performer in his local Florida music scenes, having been a finalist in six singing competitions. One such competition was the 2023 Gator Idol competition judged by Season 16 American Idol winner Maddie Poppe. In that competition, Frank won the fan favorite award. Just prior to moving to Nashville, Frank opened for Chris Lane on his Find Another Bar tour in Gainesville, FL. Now, Frank writes and plays in the Nashville music scene, expanding upon the fanbase he built in Florida.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Carson Hill
Friday September 19th
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, she’s 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
Jolie Hope
Saturday September 20th
Joli Hope is a 21 year-old singer/songwriter. She has performed in festivals such as CMA Fest, the Wildflower festival, and the Texas Music Revolution festival as well as performed live shows at venues such as House of Blues, Gilley’s South Side Music Hall, The Listening Room, Live Oak, the Dive Motel, Gas Monkey, Fox & Locke, The Pitch Meeting, NashHouse Southern Spoon & Saloon, Teddy's Tavern, The True Room Music & Bar, Green Light, and the Operation Kindness Gala. She was recognized by ASCAP and performed in the Belmont Fall Songwriter’s Showcase. Having studied at the Interlochen Center for the Arts along with the School of the Creative and Performing Arts in New York and Los Angeles College of Music, she is continuing her studies in the songwriting program at Belmont University in Nashville. In 2023, she was the recipient of the Dallas Songwriters Association’s Young Songwriter of the Year Award.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Hannah McDonald
Friday September 26th
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.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Dan Reardon
Friday October 3rd
Dan is a singer-songwriter / Country Music artist from Long Island, NY.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Take Two
Saturday October 4th
Gary Talley and Sally Slayden-Berry form the amazing duo known as Take Two. This duo brings their wide-ranging repertoire from Patsy Cline to Stevie Wonder.
Gary Talley, singer and guitarist is a member of the Memphis Music Hall of Fame. His legendary blue-eyed soul group, The Box Tops recorded the classic #1 hit, "The Letter." They followed with top ten hits "Cry Like A Baby" and "Soul Deep." Gary has also played with over 100 major label recording artist including Billy Preston, Sam & Dave and Willie Nelson just to name a few.
Sally Slayden-Berry has been one of Nashville's best vocalist for over 20 years. She was a featured vocalist for Maynard Ferguson and has sung with Nashville's #1 oldies band, Bommerang, for 17 years.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Frank Carson
Friday October 10th
Frank Carson is a country artist and songwriter from the Florida panhandle. At 22 years old, his deep resonant voice blends well with his emotional and energetic songs. Before moving to Nashville, he was a regular performer in his local Florida music scenes, having been a finalist in six singing competitions. One such competition was the 2023 Gator Idol competition judged by Season 16 American Idol winner Maddie Poppe. In that competition, Frank won the fan favorite award. Just prior to moving to Nashville, Frank opened for Chris Lane on his Find Another Bar tour in Gainesville, FL. Now, Frank writes and plays in the Nashville music scene, expanding upon the fanbase he built in Florida.
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.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Dan Reardon
Saturday November 8th
Dan is a singer-songwriter / Country Music artist from Long Island, NY.