Skylands Songwriters Guild

NOTICE: In light of the forecasted inclement weather, Loretta's scheduled performance has been officially postponed until June 29th.

Loretta Hagen is a multi award winning singer songwriter based out of NJ. Her music is described as heart tugging, social conscious, fun, with poignant lyrics and catchy melodies sung with a soothing whiskey toned voice. Loretta has performed in many prestigious venues such as The Outpost In The Burbs, Music At The Mission, Turning Point Cafe, Town Crier, Sellersville Theater, as well as many music festivals, and shared the stage with well known artists such as Pete Seeger, John Gorka, Roger McGuinn, Johnny Winter, Kim Richie, to name a few. Her husband Gary is her music partner and described by fans as an extremely tasteful guitarist and producer. Both cut their teeth in Nashville for a number of years aswell as the east coast. Loretta has released four critically acclaimed CDs that have been widely received by college and Indie radio shows across the country and Europe.

Hagen plays live as a full band, trio or duo.

Loretta Hagen www.lorettahagen.com

Please register for event: https://roxburylibrary.libnet.info/event/16438400

Alex Radus is known as a “versatile crooner” (UMC Nashville) and “skillful fretman” (Morning Call), but his songwriting takes center stage. Known affectionately for his unique brand of “genre whiplash”, Radus pairs whimsical and poignant storytelling with an eclectic mix of Americana, swing, blues, folk and more. Radus hails from Pennsylvania’s artistically rich Lehigh and Delaware river valley region, where he has established himself as one of the area’s premiere original music artists. Most recently, he was selected as a 2024 Falcon Ridge Folk Fest Emerging Artist and voted a “Most Wanted” artist to return to the Main Stage in 2025.

Radus has toured extensively, recorded multiple albums, and earned awards, nominations and critical acclaim for his songwriting, recording and performing. His music has been featured on radio, TV and film, including Adolescence, directed by Ashley Avis (Black Beauty).

Artist Website: https://www.alexradus.com/

Please register for event: https://roxburylibrary.libnet.info/event/16438217

• Sign ups at 6:00pm * Music starts around 6:30pm
• Up to 2 songs per Solo, Duo or Band
• Approx. 10 min
• Original music please
• Featured artist performs 8-8:30pm

PLEASE NOTE: Signup sheet goes out at 6pm and the first slot will start promptly at 6:30.  First 10 people get two songs.  The length of the time slot for folks who come later will be determined by the number of players who sign up but may be limited to one song. Thanks.

Bring your appetite! Food and drinks available.

$5 suggested donation.

Always fun!!

Skylands Songwriters Guild is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, charitable organization.

Shanna in a Dress is your quirky best friend who refuses to wear pants. She says what everyone has felt but no one else will say and you'll get an uncensored journey of clever humor and heartbreak, extreme candor, and a hefty side of entertainment at her shows. This witty wordsmith is known for taking you on an emotional roller coaster, sometimes within the same song. Think John Prine mixed with Ingrid Michaelson with a twist of Phoebe Buffay from Friends all wrapped up in a sweet voice accented by guitar, piano, and ukulele. She's as real as it gets, as anyone who follows her on FB or Instagram knows.

Artist Website: https://www.shannainadress.com/

Please register for event: https://roxburylibrary.libnet.info/event/16438162

Frank Viele’s brand of New England blues rock tugs at the heartstrings, pulling the listener on a surprise journey that transcends genre.

Yet even as he’s racked up accolades over the past 7 years — including New England Music Awards for Album of the Year, Male Performer of the Year, Songwriter of The Year (X2), and Live Act of The Year for gutsy, gritty tracks like “Broken Love Song” and “‘Til The Bourbon’s All Gone” — he’s rarely paused to savor the moment before moving on to yet another tour, album, or collaboration.

• First 100 attendees who bring a donation to Social Services will receive free ice cream!

Artist Website: https://frankviele.com/

Please register for event: https://roxburylibrary.libnet.info/event/16438539