4:00 – 4:30
Wrob, the poet laureate of Antarctica, is a comedy blues ukulele singer-songwriter. He plays acoustic, electric, banjolele, and death metal kazoo, swinging from silly to searing, to sweet. Find him on YouTube at "wrob's naked meadow", and IG at "nakedwrob". His next gig is at your party! For fun, try this: wrob's naked meadow
4:30 - 5:00
The Slow Poisoner (alias Andrew Goldfarb) is an artist and musician based in San Francisco. Since 1996 he has performed six hundred shows all across America, in nightclubs, libraries, science fiction conventions, beauty parlors, donut shops, bowling alleys, park bandshells and quite a few laundromats. Like a late-night horror movie host or a creepy camp counselor, The Slow Poisoner invites the audience into a weird world of his own design.
5:00 – 5:30
Terry Gayhart says: Having recently made the Bay Area my home, I’m thrilled to explore the vibrant music scene here. I specialize in improvisation, often collaborating with singer-songwriters and full bands, and I also perform solo guitar improvisations at wineries and intimate events. I love the energy of open mics, where I can connect with fellow musicians and create spontaneous music together.
SONGWRITERS SHOWCASE
CHIT-CHAT CAFE 5 W. MANOR DR. 10/20/24 4 - 6
5:30 – 6:00
Benjamin Barnes, known professionally as Bencasso, is a multifaceted artist whose career as a singer, songwriter, and recording artist spans several decades and a variety of genres. His artistic journey is one of remarkable resilience, creativity, and a deep commitment to self-expression through music. A former rock star, classical violinist, and accomplished guitarist, Bencasso has navigated the complexities of mental illness, catastrophic injuries, and personal hardships to become a successful musician, artist, educator, and entrepreneur. His songwriting, recording, and performance career showcases a rare ability to blend diverse musical styles with poignant, often introspective lyrics that resonate with a wide audience.