UPCOMING EVENTS
Soupcon Fundraiser Show
Help support local arts non-profit Soupcon Salon and enjoy an evening of live music!
Live Music: Cathy C.
Cathie C sings and plays songs that tell stories, drawing on traditional folk and blues, country, Americana and, occasionally, some classic rock and roll. She covers artists including Bonnie Raitt, Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welsh, Gram Parsons, Bob Dylan, John Prine, Lyle Lovett, The Band, Warren Zevon and others.
A longtime Bucks County resident, Cathie C has played venues on both sides of the Delaware. She connects with audiences through her easygoing stage presence, soulful voice and song choices that emphasize beautiful melodies as well as meaningful lyrics. Listeners are invited to join her on this musical journey.
Live Music: Sean Hopkins
Singer-songwriter Sean Hopkins, rooted in the arts community of New Hope, Pa – situated between New York City and Philadelphia – is known for his evocative folk and indie guitar work. Before launching his solo career, Hopkins was a key member of several indie bands, gaining traction along the East Coast with notable commercial and college radio success. In 2022, Hopkins released his critically acclaimed album, Chasing Ghosts in the Dark. Now, he returns with his latest offering, Pictures of Nothing, continuing to build on his rich musical legacy. Pictures of Nothing is about interpersonal relationships and the need to nurture those relationships. Both albums are available on all major streaming services and select videos are on Youtube @seanhopkins3758.
Live Music: Curt Lippe
Curt Lippe has been playing concerts, clubs and coffeehouses since the 1980s. Known for his intricate fingerpicking style, Curt pays homage to guitarists such as Chet Atkins, Leo Kottke, Jerry Reed, and Davy Graham, covering the American Songbook, ragtime, swing, blues, pop and classical. Curt is currently working on a project with the great guitarist Duck Baker, recording an album of Baker’s previously unreleased original music.
Live Music: Pete McDonough
Pete McDonough has been studying, performing and writing about American roots music for 50 years. His performances present a journey through all forms of Americana.
Pete’s recent projects include contributing to the production of Harlem Street Singer, the award winning documentary film by Woody Mann and Trevor Laurence, about the life and music of Rev. Gary Davis, writing biographies of two-dozen acoustic blues artists for the Complete Acoustic Blues Guitar Method, the 2024 release of An Autumn Afternoon, a 9-track CD on Huckleberry Music, and the release of Fat in Paris and Other People’s Blues, a 12-track CD on Huckleberry Music.
He regularly appears in venues and at festivals in the tri-state area and has opened for such musical legends as John Hartford, Vassar Clements, Honeyboy Edwards, Happy Traum, Odetta, Chris Smither and others. Pete lives in the Hopewell Valley in New Jersey.
SHADFEST Saturday: Live Music with Clover & Sundream
CLOVER & SUNDREAM are partners in love and music. They weave sounds of soul, folk, vocal percussion and sweet harmonies reminiscent of classics from the 70s with a modern pop of color.
SHADFEST! Sunday: Erica and The Noble Brothers Band
Vocalist Erica Chayes Wida joins The Noble Brothers to play a range of rock, blues and folk favorites spanning the decades. Helmed by brothers Bob and Harry Noble with Trevor Newcomb on drums and Amir Mortezai on keys, the band accompanies Erica in renditions of Fleetwood Mac, Etta James, Amy Winehouse, Bill Withers, Johnny Cash, Lou Reed and more. Whether playing a festival, wedding or dive bar, these friends and bandmates relish a fun time immersed in music and inspire audiences to do the same.
Live Music: CJ Coward
New Jersey-based singer/songwriter CJ Coward blends introspection and sentimentality to create songs that provide a gentle glimpse into his inner world.
Pulling inspiration from artists such as Pedro The Lion, Andy Shauf, and Nilüfer Yanya, his love of storytelling and comforting sense of optimism allow you to lean in and feel at home.
His debut EP titled “In The Garden” is set to be released in Spring 2025.
Instagram: @cjcoward
Sunday Music Series: Lauren Dayle
"Lauren Dayle is a 24 year old vocalist & singer/songwriter from Ambler, Pa. She began writing songs and performing for audiences around the age of 12, and has continued to play music for herself and others since then. In addition to her solo acoustic ventures, Lauren is a part of Sarah Gross's band as a back-up vocalist, and a multi-genre trio called "At The Zoo” as lead vocalist and keyboard player. When not performing she is a music teacher for Meridee Winters in Ardmore, Pa, and when not working she is reading, walking or frequenting coffee shops to drink chai and people watch. Her musical influences include Searows, Brandi Carlile, Carter Faith, Joni Mitchell, Olivia Dean & Leith Ross.“
Live Music: Gianna Marini
Gianna Marini, a 21-year-old singer-songwriter and actress from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, has been singing and performing since she was in church choir at five years old. She finds joy in crafting poetic, genuine, and witty lyrics and aims to express vulnerabilities reminiscent of her favorite pop artists like Laufey, Lizzy McAlpine, and Chappell Roan. In her debut EP, “Better Left Unsaid,” released last fall, Gianna places her diary in your hands, sharing honest and relatable anecdotes from her love life. Currently residing in New York City, Gianna is pursuing a double major in musical theater and technical theater, and dabbles in opera and radio station management at Wagner College. Her music is best enjoyed with an open mind, heart, and a warm cup of chai.
Gianna’s music is available on all streaming platforms, and you can find her on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram at @giannatm.
Sunday Music Series: Declan Cashman
Declan Cashman is a young Philadelphia-based vocalist. His dynamic voice carries the smooth rich tone of a jazzy soul. His major influences range from jazz greats including Sarah Vaughan and Chet Baker to more modern soul artists like Erykah Badu and D'Angelo. Declan draws his repertoire from the early jazz standards and is passionate about keeping these classics alive for contemporary listeners. Also, he also writes and produces his own lyrics and music with a focus on R&B and soul
Live Music: The Accidental Brothers
"The Accidental Brothers" are an acoustic group that can play as either a duo or a trio. We play an upbeat & fun combination of Country, Acoustic Rock, Standards & Americana covering some of the greatest singer-songwriters ever. A night with the Accidental Brothers will include songs by Bob Dylan, Lyle Lovett, The Band, The Grateful Dead, Keb’ Mo’, Jim Croce, Patty Griffin, Tom Waites and many more. We have a great time with our audience and keep the evening fun and relaxed. The Accidental Brothers are a different type of acoustic group than you would normally see in that we all play multiple instruments that add spice and variety to our arrangements.
Alan Tofig (Vocals, Guitar & Mandolin): Alan Tofig has been playing in the PA and NJ area since the late 90's. He has played as a side man with numerous musicians in the area as well as being a founding member and lead guitarist for the classic rock cover band "Well Strung." Recently, Alan was a guitarist & mandolin player for the "Eastern Hellbenders". Alan brings a unique blend of influences to the band from traditional rock & blues to fingerstyle acoustic guitar.
Gerard Bernard: Vocals, Guitar, Harmonica & Flute: Gerard Bernard, aka "The Lonesome Coyote", has been playing music since the age of 5 and has been in bands ever since. Moving to Houston he helped create one of the most creative bands to come out of the 80's underground scene there, The Reign, which toured the southern circuits and had a CMJ-charting song "Armageddon". Gerard now performs regularly in the New Hope/Lambertville area and is known for his great voice and interpretation of songs.
Live Music: Frank Pinto
Frank Pinto has been performing in The Tri State area professionally for the last 55 years. Doing a mix of original & cover tunes. Has 2 cds on Hug-A-Tree Recordings 2019's "Moonlit Visions" & 2022's "Chasin' The Wind". Currently working on 3rd cd called "Keep The Flame Alive" which should be completed by fall of 2025. For booking (609)531-1050 or thomsonkelly851@gmail.com . Frank has videos on you tube under his name & website is: Frankpintomusic.com
Tarot Meet-Up with Kristine Gorman
First Friday Tarot Meet-Up!
$10 to Register: Venmo @KristineGormanTarot
Bring a Tarot Deck, expand your Tarot muscles, Read and get Read and engage in FUN Tarot activities! All Level’s Welcome!!
Questions? DM on Instagram @visionarywomantarot
Live Music: Sarai
Sarai Miśič is a performer currently based out of the Lehigh Valley, and a lover of the arts. She mostly performs jazz and indie music, and occasionally some originals. She has blended her actor side and musical side together because she loves to tell stories through songs, and is excited to share her art.
Sunday Music Series: folklaur
hi - i’m laura feigin - a singer, songwriter, and storyteller based in philadelphia. i make music under the name folklaur, but everything i write comes from the same place: a love of stories and the moments that make us feel the most human.
i’ve been singing for as long as i can remember, but i didn’t start writing my own songs until the pandemic, when i finally had the time and space to learn guitar. as i got more confident with it, melodies started showing up alongside the words - and for the first time, i could hear the songs i’d always been trying to write.
my music blends indie, pop, folk, and singer-songwriter styles - and if you like taylor swift, noah kahan, maggie rogers, or gracie abrams, you might find something you connect with here too. i’m drawn to lyrics that feel honest, even (or especially) when they’re messy. most of my songs live in the in-between places - the pause between what you said and what you meant, the ache of being known too well or not at all, the slow shift of who you are when no one’s watching.
Sunday Music Series: DJ Dan Cass
DJ DanCass, born and bred in Hunterdon County, has been a vinyl DJ for nearly 20 years. Spinning Funk, Jazz, HipHop, R&B, Soul, Rock, Reggae, Blues, Outlaw Country and Disco records ‘til the cows come home. With an appreciation for good music, DJ DanCass strives to curate groovy, melodic, head-bobbing and multi-genre mixes to cool-out to. You never know what DJ DanCass will spin next, not even he knows! A musical collage, gumbo and mixing pot under the different colours of the musical rainbow. Like Billy Preston says, “Everybody Likes Some Kind of Music
Stitch & Sip w/ Jaimie Orland
Join the Bashful Quilter for a fun evening sipping coffee or tea and stitching your own embroidery hoop! $15 to participate! email bashfulquilter@gmail.com to register. space is limited!
FACTORY GIRL Valentine's Pop-Up
Special Valentine’s Pop-Up with Factory Girl! Get in early to snag a box of goodies for all your loved ones - they move fast!
Tarot Meet-Up with Kristine Gorman
First Friday Tarot Meet-Up!
$10 to Register: Venmo @KristineGormanTarot
Bring a Tarot Deck, expand your Tarot muscles, Read and get Read and engage in FUN Tarot activities! All Level’s Welcome!!
Questions? DM on Instagram @visionarywomantarot
Show us your work!
If you are an artist or musician and have an interest in performing or showcasing your work at Union Coffee, we’d love to discover you!
Please fill out the form to connect with us to be considered for future shows.