8:00pm. - $10-$20 Suggested donation for the artists.
Every first Wednesday of the month, Annette Wasilik curates and hosts this showcase of the area's finest singer/songwriters at Hank Dietle's Tavern in Rockville, which has literally risen from the ashes and it looks, sounds and feels fabulous! $10-$20 Suggested donation for the artists.
Jeff Smith is a musical raconteur who writes poetic lyrics and plays guitar in the relaxed style of a country bluesman.
Jeff's songs have been featured in "Young Sheldon", "The Young and the Restless", "Army Wives" as well as in independent films and ad campaigns.
Krista O’Connell is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter from Virginia Beach, VA, who now calls Arlington home. Described as "soulfully sweet," she has roots in folk, country, rock, and blues. Her EP, “Fight or Flight,” is now available on streaming platforms.
Mike P. Ryan writes heartfelt songs about the struggles and triumphs of everyday life. Winner of a host of national and international songwriting awards and a gifted live performer Mike engages and entertains audiences from coast to coast. Mike has released 3 critically acclaimed albums: 2016’s American Tales, 2019’s At Home in the Darkness, and 2022’s Ghosts and Memories.
Annette Wasilik is a multi-award winning songwriter whose 2020 release Love & Fire landed at #1 and #6 on the NACC and FolkDJ charts. Her first recording project, Songs from the Talking House, was voted Contemporary Folk Recording of the Year. Her lyric driven songs and compelling alto carry the listener along into worlds of wind and sea, and of characters who are all at once wandering, wounded and healing.