When I arrived, Mikey B. was sharing his poetry with another poet named Brad on stage beside him. His words were accompanied by some soft guitar music performed by Dee Smoov Allen. As Mikey B. concluded his reading, Brad shared his words with the gathering. When the last echoes of his words faded from the room, Brad was followed by Vinnie whose familiar kick ass renditions of well known songs was amplified by some musicians who was inspired to accompany him. They included Jason DeLima, Nick Desouza, and Tyler. As Vinnie concluded his set, a Young Man known as Brad took the stage to perform some songs a cappella.
Brad was followed by a duo known as Woodrow who featured Theresa Ratliff on vocals and Brian Bramkam on Guitar. They belted out some great songs reminiscent of the era of love that is associated with the late 1960s and early 1970s. One who is familiar with those times could close one’s eyes and easily feel the presence of Janis Joplin or another singer of her caliber from the period. Groovy. They were followed by Nick Desouza on Guitar and Tyler on Bongo Drums who presented a number of songs. Nick and Tyler were followed by Chicken Nuggex (aka Amy Swagg, Swag Amy, or Amy Burowski) who shared poetry that never fails to touch the essence of those who hear it. Chicken Nuggex was followed by J. R. (aka Jessie Roth) who shared a song while Tycho accompanied her on drums. She was followed by Jason DeLima and Tycho who performed on Guitars as they were accompanied by A. P. on vocals. At the conclusion of their set, Jason remained on stage to share additional songs he sung from his soul.
Due to the unusually small number of attendees for the event, a great deal of time was left which enabled many who performed earlier to do so again. Woodrow returned to the stage with some additional songs as did Brad whose songs were now accompanied by music. The evening came to a close with a performance by Vinnie who asked if there were any requests. I was pleased when he accepted mine which was to sing a song written by Cat Stevens (aka Yusuf Islam). The song Vinnie selected was titled, “Wild World” which Cat #wrote for Patti D'Arbanville with whom he had a relationship with. The song brought the evening to an end sending those who attended out into wild worlds of their own. However, living with the assurance there will be another Open Mic Nite the following week made it easier to get by just upon a smile. You’ll be able to find more photographs taken during the Sunday June 2nd Open Mic Nite in The Living Room 2013 Gallery Part 3 at www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151625325480421.1073741831.636000420&type=1.
The next installment of the Living Room Open Mic Nite series will take place on Sunday June 9th beginning at 7pm. Musicians, poets, writers, and anyone who would like to share something with an audience are welcomed to do so. The featured performer for the evening is yet to be announced. You can learn more about The Living Room Open Mic Nite Series by Exploring their Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/OpenMicAtTheLivingRoom.
In addition to the Open Mic Nites presented at The Living Room, the venue also holds a Gallery which is currently presenting their June exhibition featuring the work of Eric Bakke, Rob Hafner, Heidi Hooper, and Sepia Prince. The exhibition will be on display at The Living Room Gallery until June 30th. The Living Room is located on Main Street in Stroudsburg, PA next to The Sherman Theater who owns the building. Please Explore The Living Room Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/pages/The-Living-Room/123978921059378 for more information on The Living Room, all they have to offer, and how to be a part of it all.
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