With roots stemming from music school and bluegrass jams around the upstate New York capital region, founding members Brendan Donovan (mandolin), and Tim Roden (guitar) started the Narrow North adventure in the fall of 2018 and quickly realized there was a musical connection to be harvested. With Brendan's vast knowledge and almost effortless skill of vocal and harmonic sense, displaying so beautifully through his tenor voice and matching style and tone of his mandolin playing, and Tim's exquisite "in the pocket" guitar techniques, unique but smooth baritone voice, and a soul that transcends through writing, the two mashed almost seamlessly. Both being able to build off each other, to truly create something greater than the sum of the interior parts. 

Following 2019 brought a new addition on the upright bass, Mr. Mike Jenkins, a staple in the local swing, jazz, and roots scenes around the capitol region over the last several years. He truly has the music in his blood, swinging hard with solid rhythm, a class act and voice on and off the stage, and a writer in disguise. We have been truly blessed and excited with the growing potential we have heard, and look forward to experiencing and sharing its evolution.The acoustic trio brings together a diverse experience of Americana Roots, blues, folk, and jazz, encompassing soulful harmonies, exciting leads, and a deep soul that unites the band for a memorable and enjoyable experience.

Narrow North was honored to perform on the Grass Roots Stage for 2021, 2022 and 2023 Fresh Grass Music festivals at Mass MoCA!

Narrow North released their first EP, Abanakee, in the spring of 2022, and we cant wait to start working on the next one soon. We play music for the simple joy and escape of time, and all we can hope is to spread a little of that energy to you.

For the Upstate NY-based singer & songwriter Rob Fleming, RHOSEWAY is the given name of a creative solo project, a truth-telling reflection, and an artistic reaction to the choice to play music at all from years as a writer and performer in other projects. It's an act of free expression through melody, progression, sounds, and words that are based on feel.

The music finds its place as effectually layered dynamic and melodic droning, in the form of indie-alternative rock. Riding on three separate two track singles, the latest being the harmonious alt-folk leanings of 2024's SUMMER RUN, and up-tempo guitar flourishing of 2023's CLOAK & DAGGER.

Striver Drivers hail from upstate New York and plays a unique blend of hard-driving Americana "roots" music. The group features the lyrics of J. Peter Yakel (guitar/vocals), framed by instrumentalists Chris Schultz (banjo/vocals), Bruce Barker (guitar) and Pete Murphy (bass/vocals). The band enjoys performing original and classic compositions of bluegrass, rock, folk and country blues. Their performances are fast-paced, easy to listen to, and guaranteed to get your feet stompin!!

Joe Bodden and a revolving cast of upstate NYs best musicians playing a wide variety of classic rock tunes in a style all their own.

“Songwriter, Artist, & Album of the Year for the New York Capitol Region"

Angelina Valente is a singer-songwriter from Upstate New York who creates music that moves you. With songs that feel like a warm summer breeze, Angelina's uninhibited voice and sincere lyrics draw you in and leave you feeling restored and inspired. Her unique blend of indie folk features piano, ukulele, and genuine storytelling influenced by her small town roots and love of nature.

In the 5 years she has been performing, Angelina is now selling out shows around the Capital region. She has released one full length album, two EP's and three singles, and has recorded at the esteemed Village Studios in L.A., as well as the Atlantic Records Studio in New York City. After the release of her most recent album "Sing," in November 2023, Angelina has won the distinguished awards for Songwriter of the Year, Album of the Year, and Artist of the Year for the New York Capital Region.​

Local favorite Bobby Motyl joins us for Friday evening tunes!

Rusticator is an Americana band with an acoustic spirit that has been entertaining Capital Region audiences since 2013.  A wide range of influences inspires their heartfelt and well-hewn original songs, along with a set list that spans from Hank Williams to the Grateful Dead. Rusticator has performed at the FreshGrass Festival,  Saratoga's First Night and the Freedom Park Concert Series and was recently nominated for 'Americana Act of the Year' at the Capital Region Eddy Awards.