This event features all original music performed by some of the area's best songwriters.
I’ll start out at 6:00 with a set of my songs.
Then we will hear from our featured songwriters:
Don Srebro
Don writes inventive songs of relationships, love and stories about life. Don uses his fine tenor voice and lively guitar style to tell his engaging stories. He also has some great new songs to add to his songbook which he will be sharing with us at this event. Don’s new songs are taking some departures from his earlier work and makes for quite a variety of styles and subject matter within his sets.
LeAnn Stutler
LeAnn Stutler is a country singer-songwriter originally from Crown Point, Indiana. In May 2019, LeAnn Stutler graduated from Columbia College Chicago with her Bachelor of Music Degree, concentrating in Contemporary, Urban, and Popular Music. During her stay at Columbia Leann worked with Darryl Jones, Rolling Stones bassist, who co-produced one of her songs in the studio there.
Leann started gigging when she was 16 years old. July 2025 will be 12 years of doing this, and she’s loving it just as much (if not more!) than the first time she played a real gig.
LeAnn has played in church bands, rock bands, country bands, impromptu string bands, and now she’s on the solo acoustic circuit.
LeAnn released her first full-length album in November 2019, titled Keeps Getting Better. Her follow-up EP, Welcome to the Circle, was released in January 2022. Both projects are centered on songs of personal growth, overcoming life’s obstacles, and looking for the people and places that offer acceptance in life.
Her music can be found online at Spotify, Apple Music, and all of the usual streaming platforms. Leann has CD copies of her work for sale at live shows – including here tonight. You can see more about her music and follow her performance schedule by visiting leannstutlermusic on Facebook and Instagram.
Rocky McCoy
Rocky hails from Midlothian, Illinois originally. He has spent most of his time on the south side of Chicagoland and suburbs. After spending a number of years living out east in Vermont, Rocky has returned to the area as is performing regularly with the band Third Wheel.
Rocky is a fine guitarist and vocalist. You may remember him from some years ago with the country rock band Porter County Line, The Bob Snare Band, Gary Lee Whitewater or Whoa Nellie when these bands toured extensively around Chicago and regionally.
Rocky has a flare for writing songs from an historical, yet personal point of view. He writes heart-felt ballads as well as county rock style songs with some poignant social commentary in his lyrics.
Bob Snare
Bob is a singer/songwriters who has played in the Chicagoland area for a number of years. Originally from Crete Illinois he has played with a number of bands such as, The Bob Snare Band, MVP, Lost Canyon Band, Southside Tom, The Critters and is currently playing with 3RD WHEEL from Chicagoland and Tonight Only from the South Bend area.
Bob loves Country, Folk , Rock and The Blues. You might say Bob's music is Americana.
Dominic D’Andrea
Dominic writes poignant songs of life on the road, love and lost love and well as clever songs about everyday life. Like all good writers, his writing and performance style have developed and expanded since I have known him for the past several years.
Dominic plays the guitar in his unique finger-strum style and delivers his songs with conviction and good humor.
Mario Samaniego
Mario is a gifted singer-songwriter who collaborates closely with his older brother, Lou Samaniego, to craft a remarkable collection of songs. Their music is deeply rooted in inspiration and motivation, touching the very essence of the human spirt.
With the ability to play multiple instruments, Samaniego showcases his versatility in crafting diverse musical experiences. His heartfelt compositions resonate with listeners, leaving an indelible mark on their souls.
Through his artistry, Mario Samaniego aims to uplift and connect with audiences on a profound level.
Mario has been part of contemporary Sunday church music for over 15 years. And Excited about the new Christian acoustic songs for the next EP!
You can explore his music by visiting mariosamaniego.com or his Mario Samaniego Music page on FaceBook. You can also find many examples of his recordings and live versions of his songs on his LinkIn page.
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