Ames Street Listening Room at Carolina Beer Temple

A monthly songwriter & storytelling series showcasing the region’s finest songwriters, hosted by , and presented by .

This month will feature local songwriters and .

Nathan Harris is a guitarist/singer-songwriter from Harmony, NC, and he currently resides in Charlotte, NC. Harris’ songwriting started in middle school shortly after he started learning the guitar. His songs cover a myriad of styles and genres, while still keeping that soulful southern Americana core.

Joe May is a songwriter and producer equally inspired and inhibited by humor, heart, and self-awareness, dissecting his journey through life with laughter and quiet vulnerability. His forthcoming studio project, is a testament to this craft—a playful wink from someone who doesn’t take himself too seriously. Rooted in the smooth, sunlit sounds of ‘70s west coast pop and filtered through May’s sharp wit, it’s an album that revels in its detail and intention while never losing sight of the impermanence of it all.

For May, a Brazilian-born, North Carolina-based artist, music is not merely an escape or a statement; it’s a way of processing the messy contradictions of life itself. Inspired by the sonic worlds of smooth rock legends like Wings and Steely Dan, May's music blends warm brass counterpoint, tight arrangements, and a sense of grandeur with his sly humor. “You can be silly AND methodical,” May says. “This project was about letting others in, working everything out as we went, and finding joy even in the goofiest corners of music.”Through it all, Joe May exudes an effortless charm, even in the face of life’s mild adversities and shallow heartbreaks. Therein lies his magic. His music doesn't ask you to leave your troubles behind—it invites you to laugh with them, sit awhile, and find hope within. “I believe our best days are still ahead of us,” he says, a sentiment that not only threads through the album but also defines Joe’s own artistic arc.- Greg Knight

Taylor Winchester is a singer-songwriter based in Charlotte, NC with a musical style featuring a free-spirited energy and a lyrical sense of mysticism. Weaving a tapestry of sounds that resonate with both heart and soul, his songs are a soundtrack for self-discovery and a mantra for those who seek to live life with purpose and passion.

Taylor embraces the rich soundscapes of folk, Americana, and jamband influences, honing his craft and finding his own voice within these genres. Having shared billing with acts such as Susto, Mipso, Gone Gone Beyond and Lake Street Dive, he’s a seasoned and professional performer.

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