Originally from New Jersey and new to the music scene, Emily “Tea” Shaw and her mandolin command attention and has the ability to silence a crowd.  She finds inspiration for her music somewhere between the simple things and life, and Scary Spice.  It is on that continuum that you will find Emily’s soft voice, big dreams and “Sugar Honey Iced Tea”

Ana is the multi-talented urban legend birth child of the Avett Brothers and Regina Spektor, and also happens to be 1st cousins with Mumford & all his Sons.  Ana is inspired the the smell of freshly baked bread, finely tuned strings, the the sounds of slow dripped coffee in the morning, and almonds.  Ana is also part of the “Sugar Honey Iced Tea”.

You think you know but you have no idea, S.H.I.Ts about to get real

Laila is rarely seen without her ukulele and is a member of the power quadrant “Sugar Honey Iced Tea”.  She is a transplant to Rhode Island from Michigan, and is often found saving the world one invention at a time.  In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, spreading her religious views of cupcakes, and internally wondering why it takes so long for boys to ask girls to slow dance with them.

Steve was born during a waning gibbous moon while fog rolled into the Boston Harbor.  He has lived in the northeast, southeast, midwest, southwest, and Canada.  Also, Steve has worked with horses and wolves, just not at the same time. Present day, he will write songs and perform them for anyone who is willing to listen.

“I work. I play. I sing. I cook. I read. I collect. No sleep. I listen. I act.”

Ubiquitous Josh is a native Rhode Island musician.  He sings, writes, and lives the dream that is life.  He is integrated in the nightlife fabric, and is inspired by existence and observation.  

While watching Nate Mott on stage, you might catch yourself unexpectedly dancing, or staring at his ability to play guitar with the best.  But then, you feel something funny inside.... and you suddenly realize something is pulling on your heart strings.

Oh wait, it is the lyrics and beautiful melody of Nate Mott. 

Deirdre spent her formative years singing along to her parents’ Emmylou Harris and Beatles records. She considers her family her biggest musical influence.  The musical talents of her mother, brother, sister, cousins, uncles and grandmother have been a huge inspiration.  In addition to music, Deirdre enjoys random animals, red wine, and aggressively plotting to FINALLY beat her boyfriend in a game of Stratego.

...well, Rich Kuhn is a singer songwriter from a humble little town in rhode island called "warren.." Influenced by blues, pop, zydeco, soul, country and rock music his musical style is eclectic and different from most other stuff you've likely heard on the radio. Anyways - take a listen

These past few years Dennis has been trying to hone his skills as a folk singer. Steve Toli was kind enough to hire him as an opener for one of his 2005 Dessert Club coffee house shows in Taunton, MA. Since then Dennis has been perfoming on the same bill with some outstanding musicians including Bernice Lewis, Don White and The Low Anthem.  After, Dennis began exploring the vibrant open mic and open jam scene in the Providence, RI area; meeting and playing with some amazing folks.

Morgan is new to the Providence scene, but has quickly become a key contributor.  Her voice.. You will always come back for more.  Just listen, you will understand.

Corey hails from New Hampshire, and lives in Providence; but after spending a few years in Ithaca, New York, he still occasionally refers to it as "home." His themes of focus are as violent and boozy as his unreliable narration is prodigiously frustrating. Still, fleeting glimpses of decency have convinced him that the world ain't so bad sometimes. 

Nick was born in Chicago, but grew up in Rhode Island. He left R.I. to peregrinate around Ithaca NY, where he played in a bunch of fun bands.  Five years later, he is very happy to be back in the Ocean State living the dream. His primary influences are whiskey, prescription speed, and a tenacious, misplaced, frantic belief that love exists.

Jake’s solo sets have the ability to start spontaneous dance parties, or at the very least, uniform foot tapping amongst the audience.  Jake is also the mastermind behind audio recording and engineering, and helps support Local Mixed Tape at many of the shows. 

Nick Travis combines topic and satire like dry toast -- sometimes butter, but no promises.

“Now, music to me is about telling stories, bringing people together, and feeling something more with the help of a few chords. My appreciation for creative expression runs deep, and I thank my lucky stars that music plays the role it does in my life.”

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Graduating from the school of Hard Knocks, Kris Hansen is a song writer, a music maker, and an optimist with a pessimist's devotion to optimism.  His alias, “Viking Jesus”, is well known throughout town,  and described by some as Alternative / electronic old rock trippy dance / where murder meets god. 

Vudu Sister is the efforts of Providence-based singer/songwriter, Keith McCurdy. Starting out in various rock bands and country outfits, Keith McCurdy has committed himself to performing as an anadulterated act with songs of sin, salvation and the soul. The Vudu Sister continues to evolve and preach the Good News of The Kingdom.

Vudu Sister shall be releasing her debut album this coming fall...

Fabien is french, thats all you really need to know.

Pete Avitable, the mastermind behind the concept of his website www.whatshouldpetedo.com  is literally letting the internet, and spontaneous input from strangers help him make important life decisions.

However, his music speaks for itself.  Being new to the Providence music circle (the internet told him to move there), his voice and talented guitar solos, are becoming a staple within the singer / songwriter scene.

"I try to ignore genre and dig into whatever voices move me. I hope that when I write, they blend into something new, some version of me. This song owes moments to St. Vincent, Puccini, Phife Dawg, and most of all, my friends.. However, words won’t help you hear it, so please click and listen!"

check out www.purevolume.com/spearce to listen to more tunes

This is where you can view individual profiles of all the active musicians affiliated with Local Mixed Tape and the Providence music scene.  You may recognize some of the artists from a larger band.

Local Mixed Tape provides the opportunity for these musicians to showcase their individual talents as a singer / songwriter.  Click on the artist’s name to link to their personal pages or listen to one of their songs.

Artists are listed alphabetically by first name.

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Kate Jones has the ability to play a variety of tiny instruments and when paired with a jaw-dropping voice, has been known to make grown men cry.  Kate is inspired by a child’s focus to color outside the lines, impromptu musical collaboration, and her other band mates in “Sugar Honey Iced Tea”.  You will most likely find kate jones in the company of a genuine smile.

Love The Giant is a musical project by Daniel Chase that is based on the fact that

14 billion years ago something happened and now we are here its amazing

After a childhood of guitar playing and a youth of fame seeking, this young man put down his guitar in search of a deeper connection to life, humanity, the earth and himself.  Three years of contemplation went by. Finding strength in the option to love all for the sake of respect and forgiveness, Wesley re-approached the guitar.

 This time with spiritual cause hoping to uplift, to enlighten and to relate.

His full name is Gordon Wesley Forsyth.  He goes by Wes.  His developing band is "The Mantis," with the album in works titled "Praying".  This conscious/acoustic/rock artist is definitely adding to the diversity of Rhode Island's already known and talented.

The multi-talented Dan Overlock, also known as Two-A-Days on the Dan Patrick Show, has a style and a voice that is best enhanced by the minimalistic sounds of the acoustic guitar.

Because of his work with the Dan Patrick Show, Dan Overlock has been exposed to the world of mass media.  A new confidence has emerged that inspired him to take his music to the next level.  Likewise, his ability to collaborate with other local artists to create dynamic tracks, is yet another reason that Dan Overlock stands out in a crowd.

Sophie and her band are looking for a name.  In the meantime, sophie and her band are getting educated on college hill,

Profile Under Construction

How do you put Sir Big Jon Tierney into words?  You can’t....  But his music is a mash up of Rock / Folk / Soul / Blues / HipHop / Sarcasm / Ethnic Roots / Whiskey / The crowd at The Apartment / The crowd at The Spot Underground / Smurfs / & the Karate Kid...

“I say, you do, no questions” - Mr. Miyagi

As a performance poet...

Having toured internationally in over 200 cities throughout the united states, canada, and europe, Jared is widely recognized as one of the premiere performance poets in the world.  His work has been featured on the Canadian Broadcast Company program, "Zed TV", as well as in CMJ Magazine and The Providence Journal.  On top of that, he is a two time individual World Poetry Slam finalist. 

As an activist...

With over a decade of anti-war / animal rights / environmental protection organizing, Jared Paul has become somewhat of a modern fold hero within the underground American counter-culture.  Check out www.ConspiracyToRiot.com for more information about Jared's motives.

As an Educator...

Jared is an artist in residence at AS220.  He is the founder and coach of the Providence National Youth Poetry Slam Team, assisting and encouraging Rhode Island youth to seize the reins of performance art. 

"Jared Paul is the watchdog of poetry, a force not unlike a hurricane - a very skinny, loud, sweaty hurricane that wants you to know your life is worth everything and that this planet belongs to us all" - Mike McGee 2003, 2006 Individual World Poetry Slam champion