Sharon Porchfest 2022 Map by Jon Mael https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f en-us 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC 2025-11-17 18:21:17 UTC hello@padlet.com Devil’s Rock (2:00 p.m.)-- 16 High Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701833 Performing at the Sharon Historical Society!

Spawned by Facebook but united by a shared love of pop music and 80’s ballads, Devil’s Rock is Sharon’s all-female rock band. Double-knot your laces because we might just knock your socks off.]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701833 Maya Kaiser and Soul Band (2:00 p.m.) -- 9 Dunbar Street (Temple Kol Tikvah) jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701834 Maya Kaiser writes: "I would describe it as a fun, jamming soul band. Over the last year we have learned a lot of funky soul music. It's a joy to play it with the amazing musicians in this band. I hope everybody enjoys listening to us!"]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701834 Kinder & Valhalla/ West of Vine (1:00) -- 182 Morse Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701835 Kinder & Valhalla create an eclectic mix of smooth harmonies, electric violin and acoustic guitar. Enjoy indie-pop covers and soulful originals. (1:00-2:00 p.m.)


West of Vine is an indie folk rock trio that weaves together harmonies and alt-country influences through Americana covers and originals. (2:00-3:00 p.m.)]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701835 Mark Leibowitz (2:00-3:00 p.m.) -- 39 Ames Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701836 An acoustic guitar set of various songs (folk, country, classic rock). I like to play songs by Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, John Denver and other folk or classic rock artists. I might even perform an original song I came up with.]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701836 The Mighty Silverbacks (1:00 p.m.) -- 126 Pond Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701837 The Mighty Silverbacks are a five piece band with deep Boston and New York roots. In addition to our rock and pop originals, we cover everything from the Beatles to Bob Marley to the Band to the Byrds to Soft Cell to Gnarls Barkley, from the 60’s the 10’s.

NOTE: There is a big lawn at the corner of Pond and Woodland, You can bring a chair and relax in the shade. ]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701837 Ukulele Sing-Along for Kids (3:00 p.m.) -- 38 Ames Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701838 I will play simple songs on my ukulele for kids. Performance is meant to be interactive with the kids singing along. Best for children age 0-3. Will also be doing glitter tattoos for the children (and maybe bubbles).]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701838 None of the Above (1:00 p.m.)-- 3 Arboro Drive jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701840 Celebrating 10+ years of music-making, None of the Above (NOTA) is a mixed a cappella octet that performs a broad mix of pop tunes, jazz standards, folk, spirituals, and non-traditional music. A finalist on the inaugural season of WGBH's Sing That Thing! and the Boston Harmony Sweepstakes, NOTA has performed all across New England. NOTA is also the ensemble in residence at the Unitarian Universalists of Wellesley.]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701840 Hybrid Blinds/ BRAT (3:00 p.m.) -- 32 Maple Ave jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701841 Acoustic and electric sets from the punk-pop, alt-rock collective Hybrid Blinds. Hear new originals from the upcoming album “Hybrid Blinds and the Great Looming Terror” (recorded here in Sharon, MA!), plus old live favorites and a few exciting covers. Stick around for the final third set from BRAT, a tribute to classic pop-punk featuring your Porchfest organizer, Jon Mael.]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701841 Busking Betty & Bak-ta-Bak (2:00-3:00 p.m.)-- 101 Hampton Road jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701842 Bak-ta-Bak is a family friendly music band with a variety of country and contemporary songs from artists as the Everly Brothers, Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline , Johnny Cash, Keith Urban, Ed Sheeran, George Ezra, Elle King, etc.]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701842 Populace (1:00 p.m.)-- 26 High Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701843 Populace brings great energy and a mix of musical styles to their performance. Stop by ready to dance to a mix of funk/rock/R&B from this unique and engaging group!]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701843 George Aronson (2-3 p.m.)/ Jim Waters (3-4 p.m.)/ Faisal & Emily (4-5 p.m.)-- 84 Cottage Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701844 George Aronson (2 – 3 p.m.)  is a singer-songwriter and storyteller, acoustic guitarist, and long-time Sharon resident. He plays original songs, and performs covers selected from a lifetime performing well-known and obscure folk songs, ragtime guitar, ballads of personal history and music from a wide range of acoustic traditions.  He will also play a few songs and one performance piece on the ukulele he built at home during the pandemic. And he will bring back his Ode to Sharon from Porchfests 2019 and 2020. 


Jim Waters (3-4 p.m.) is a singer-songwriter who performs original songs on a wide variety of subjects. His lyrics are intricate and often thought-provoking. He accompanies himself on a fingerstyle acoustic guitar. He has been creating songs for most of his life. He has over 125 copyrighted songs to his credit. His music can be streamed on most music services. 


Faisal and Emily (4-5 p.m.) are a husband and wife duo performing covers of a wide range of musical genres. Faisal and Emily live in Sharon and perform at festivals and private events around New England. 

]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701844 ShimoKita Bam Bam/ Tokyo Tramps/ "Ayakano" -- 11 Webb Rd (2:00 p.m.) Sharon Meets Japan Stage! jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701845 2:00 pm “Ayakano” Cathleen Read & Students
“Ayakano” Cathleen Read, a master of the Yamada School, will lead her students as they play a selection of classical Japanese pieces for the koto – a 6-foot long, traditional Japanese musical instrument, with 13 strings.

3:00 pm Tokyo Tramps
Hailing from the Land of the Rising Sun (Japan), and formed in 1999, Tokyo Tramps is a group of American roots music fanatics. Their music is Roots, Blues, Rock'n'Roll and more!! As Bruce Springsteen said, "Tramps like us, baby, we were born to run."

4:00 p.m.: ShimoKita Bam Bam is a band influenced by American blues, Japanese pop, and EDM. We'll play a mixture of originals and covers.




]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701845 ALATAA (2:00 p.m.) -- 36 Glendale Rd jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701846 Consisting of a group of friends who have played together for years, ALATAA performs an eclectic mix of songs from the past several decades and covering a broad mix of musical genres. Their set list includes songs you know, songs you don't know, and songs you knew, forgot about, and will suddenly remember fondly! Tunes includes songs by Indigo Girls, POTUSA, Lady Gaga, Pink, and The Violent Femmes, among others. ALATAA has played local venues and is looking forward to Sharon Porchfest!]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701846 The RetroRockets (3:00 p.m.) -- 29 North Main Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701847 The RetroRockets play Retro Rock. These are popular hits that you will probably recognize -- but are not overdone: from the Beatles to the Left Banke; from Joe Jeffries to the Stones.

4 piece band. 3 Vocalists with harmony. Horns and Strings supplied by the Keyboardist.]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701847 Mel Fine (2:00 p.m.) -- 51 Summit Avenue jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701848 Lifelong Sharonite Mel Fine is an award-winning singer-songwriter and producer who fuses soulful vibes with folky acoustic pop to create honest storytelling and captivatingly lush musical delivery. Mel will be playing acoustic originals and re-imagined covers of your favorite songs.]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701848 Trash Robot (1:00-2:00 p.m.)-- 16 Pine Rd jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701850 Trash Robot is a 3 piece post-punk rock band that hails from in and around Boston (and practices in their guitarist/lead singer’s garage in Sharon)! Their music, which they affectionately call trashwave, has been compared to the pixies, modest mouse, shellac, the buzzcocks (on half an ambien), wire, mission of Burma, amongst others - although their sound is quite unique. Listen here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/trashrobot/horribly-charming ]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701850 The Broccoli Brothers (2:00 p.m.) -- 14 Walnut Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701855 The Broccoli Brothers perform mainly rock and pop favorites from the '70s, '60s and '80s -- some faithful to the original, others more freeform.  For Porchfest we'll tone things down in spots, debut some new tunes and render our classics in a more electric-acoustic mix with amplified vocals. ]]> 2022-08-17 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2263701855 Souvenirs - Memories of John Prine (3:00 p.m.) -- 30 Ames Court jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2266201385 This Sharon based acoustic quartet delivers arrangements of  the music of John Prine and other great (late) American songwriters with strong harmonies and musicianship.  We hope you can join us.]]> 2022-08-20 16:29:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2266201385 Three of Clubs (3:00 p.m.) -- 203 North Main Street jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2273557124 Three of Clubs are a trio that plays cover music ranging a wide base of genres and styles from many eras of music.  The Trio's sound combines rich three part harmonies, tasteful guitar playing, and a diverse music selection.  Each performance encompasses an assortment of songs from artists such as Eagles, James Taylor, Sting, Stone Temple Pilots, Eric Clapton, Collective Soul, John Mayer, MercyMe, and many others.  ]]> 2022-08-27 23:12:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2273557124 The Newtalians (3:00 p.m.) -- 16 Massapoag Avenue jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2273789258 Your beloved Italian songs, revisited and reimagined. Ska meets jazz, rock meets funk. Get ready to dance and sing!]]> 2022-08-28 13:40:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2273789258 Klezmer with Sol Brenner and Matt Wulf -- 41 Ames Street (3:00-4:00) jmael2014 https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2282243762 Traditional Jewish folk music performed by an accomplished clarinet and accordion duo! ]]> 2022-09-04 23:21:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jmael2014/ypjk8femlfjt6x4f/wish/2282243762