2025 Performers

Shauliko Solo
Rock, Blues

Shauliko Solo is a one man band, looping rock riffs with shoe gazer leads. Kid friendly covers, lofi beats with classical guitar on top, and dirty blues with some slide. A little bit of a lot of things.

Louder Than Milk
Country, Blues

Louder Than Milk is a six-piece band that plays a mix of mostly original roots, country, rock and blues.

Carla Ryder
Folk, Country

Carla Ryder is an Acoustic Folk/Americana artist described as a rock n' roll flapper, garage serenader, front porch chanteuse, country crooner, and lover of language.

Double Star
Rock, Punk

Double Star is a 5-piece rock band from Boston that mixes fast punk riffs, high energy horns, and lush harmonies to create an eclectic ska-adjacent pop rock sound that is hard to define, but 100% rock ‘n’ roll.

Marked In Chalk
Alternative, Indie

Marked In Chalk is a Boston-based alternative rock band formed by MIT researchers Charles Epstein and Matthew McLaughlin. Fusing their technical expertise with creative flair, they draw from 90s/00s indie rock to explore themes like the nature of creativity, the impermanence of life, and the transcendence of love. Their debut single, “You’re Just An Airplane John,” released on February 8, 2025, tells a story of unrequited love through the unconventional lens of two very different aircraft.

Disposable Jazz
Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz

Disposable Jazz features live looping with instrumentation and improvised vocals, and has been compared to the Fat Boys and Jello Biafra meeting with Herb Alpert for Hookah, creating a hip hop/punk/jazz fusion.

Ice Lemonade ad The Apple Snaps
Indie, Punk

Ice Lemonade and The Apple Snaps are an Indie Rock/Punk band based in Boston. They primarily play original music, but also do covers from artists such as Green Day, The Beatles, NIN, Bloc Party, and many others.

East Street Quartet
Jazz

East Street Quartet performs jazz standards, originals, and more.

JP Jazz Collective
Jazz

JP Jazz Collective is a 6 piece jazz ensemble performing originals, hard bop, and standards.

Sharp. Nines
Jazz

Sharp. Nines are a 10 piece jazz band playing arrangements mostly from the hard bop era.

damian & the displayers
Indie, Alternative

damian & the displayers bring a high-energy performance blending heartfelt songwriting with a dynamic stage presence. Fresh off major gigs in LA, London, and NE Americana Fest, we’ve been growing our audience locally and abroad. Our sound fuses alt rock and indie pop—think the authenticity of Wilco meets the energy of The Killers. What sets us apart is our positive vibe and how we connect with our audience, inspiring a shared experience leaving people feeling uplifted.

The Steve Walther Orchestra
Soul , Indie

Steve Walther Orchestra tickle and scrape their way across the dark underbelly of popular song. They are at once exuberant and melancholic, a foghorn at Sunday service, a testament in a traffic jam. They are a spiraling dervish of strings and horns with a thorny backbone of a garage soul in a barrel of barking spirits. Their sunken ship is still ablaze beneath the waves and chains keep right on pulling.

Combo Combo
Jazz

Combo Combo, founded in 2021 while cooped up in their secret bunker, uncorks vintage songs from the Big Band era and sets the dance floor swinging. Featuring the song stylings of Stacy Springs.

Sid & Sonia
Rock, Folk

Sid & Sonia are an uncle-niece duo who have been performing together for more than 8 years. Blending Sonia’s powerful voice and Sid’s lifetime of musical prowess and versatility (on electric and acoustic guitar, harmonica, and piano), they play an eclectic selection of rock, folk, country, jazzy, gospel-tinged, and bluesy songs from then and now, arranged in often original and always distinctive ways.

Cara Lately
Indie, Alternative

Cara Lately is a singer and songwriter known for her strong vocals and dynamic performances. Her style is described as indie pop alt rock.

Rootless Kosmopolitans
Blues , Rock

Rootless Kosmopolitans bring electric and eclectic grooves, re-interpreting blues classics and deep cuts from the 50's to today for those seeking seriously fun blues and blues rock! Based in Newton, MA, this quartet boasts enough musical experience to span centuries (let's just say they've been around the block a few times). Join Rootless Kosmopolitans for great tunes, dancing, and fun. Bonus: Do you know the story behind their name? A shiny nickel could be yours!

FEEP
Alternative, Electronic/Dance

FEEP is a band from Boston. If Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison, and Robert Moog gave birth, FEEP would be their Rosemary’s Baby. Expect digital wizardry paired with grunge backings, and maybe even some guitar smashing.

emo_lee_dickinson
Indie, Alternative

emo_lee_dickinson is on a quest to record the complete works of Emily Dickinson as sad boi guitar songs. These songs are being played live for the first time EVER. Witness the agony and ecstasy of one of the greatest American poets as attempted by David Redick.

Imaginary Expedition
Folk, Classical

Imaginary Expedition is a classically-informed contemporary folk duo with precise counterpoint, snug harmonies, lap-style classical guitar, and cozy vibes. Sweethearts Glyph Greenleaf and Victoria Dobbs unflinchingly empty deep pockets of grief, lay bare the kind of suffering that softens when shared, and scatter offerings of warmth, wonder and whimsy. Edge-of-your-seat storytelling sends hushes over small halls and house concerts, as the music leads you along an Imaginary Expedition.

Marlo Pedroso
Folk, Indie

Marlo Pedroso plays a blend of Americana-tinged, soulful indie folk. His music explores themes of struggle, resilience, hope, and beauty.

Bob Cenci's Orange Guitar
Punk, Alternative

Bob Cenci's Orange Guitar is a two-piece act playing and singing all original, lyric-minded, clever, and sometimes funny songs like "I Miss the Crackle," "Pot Smoking Kids," and a recent release called "My Guitar Is So Cool." This solo act has evolved with guest musicians and usually includes Ramona (Crow Follow) on drums. Bob Cenci - Orange Guitar, past bands: Jerry's Kids, The Wynotts, and much more, has been playing live shows around Boston since 1982. Laurie R Herboldsheimer - Orange Cocktail Kit (Crow Follow).

Dj White Lightning
Electronic/Dance, EDM

Dj White Lightning curates upbeat disco and house music for a dancy vibe, keeping the energy and music positive and fun!

Brassterisk
Funk, Hip-Hop/Rap

Brassterisk has one foot in the NOLA second line tradition, another in funky hip-hop crossovers, and the other in pop music detritus of the last few decades; transcending categories in the pursuit of a good time. Coming out of many different traditions, the players blend up into a tasty gumbo—a bit different each time, but always tasty.

The Haymakers
Rock, Classic Rock

Haymakers are storming through the clubs and brewpubs of New England to champion good-time music. The Boston Globe says they “simply provide you with unalloyed rock ‘n roll.” According to York Calling, “They hint at 60s rock, garage rock and classic rock, yet it also has its own diverse flavor, ensuring Haymakers never sound like parodies of a previous style.” Another review said, “The songs have a polished but dirty sound, and feel like a dive bar trying to look a little classy.”

Katie And The Roses
Indie, Pop

Katie And The Roses are an indie-pop-rock band based in the Boston area, blending catchy hooks with indie-rock grit. Excited to hopefully play for an energetic, community-focused crowd at Porchfest, you can find more information about them at their website: https://katieandtheroses.netlify.app/

Rose Mooney
Folk

Rose Mooney is a singer/songwriter based in Greater Boston and an alum of Berklee College of Music. Her songs are folky with musical theatre influences, usually about love, heartbreak, and mental health. Rose is also a music director for children’s theater. Performance and music directing highlights include Breaking Sound at pinkFROG cafè, The Burren, How to Train Your Dragon, James and the Giant Peach, and Newsies. She hopes to inspire and uplift her audience and students through music.

Toadpatrol
Rock, Funk

Toadpatrol are a Boston band playing a blend of rock, funk, and pop! They perform original songs as well as creative takes on famous cover songs. Their music is high energy and upbeat :). Sample music is available on Spotify too!

The Cover-Up
Rock, Alternative

Cover-Up, the guys who brought you the 30th Anniversary Roslindale Porchfest performance of Nirvana’s Nevermind in 2021, are back to perform the Foo Fighters 1995 self-titled debut in its entirety.

Cookie face
Folk, Indie

Cookie Face are three longtime friends, taking to the porch after 15 years of harmonizing at family brunches. With guitar, piano, and layered vocals, their music is all about joy, connection, and the community around a crowded table big enough for everyone.

Jorge Chacon
Rock, Pop

Jorge Chacon is a singer and guitarist who puts an acoustic spin on rock and pop classics. His solo performances bring familiar songs to life in a laid-back, heartfelt way.

Hellbender
Rock, Jazz

Hellbender is a rock/jazz fusion group featuring Jared Sims (saxophone with guitar pedals), Andrew Stern (guitar), James Rohr (keys), Marc Friedman (bass), and Randy Wooten (drums).

The TrueVines
Rock, Soul

TrueVines is a Boston-based band blending '60s British influences with raw American energy. Fronted by legendary songwriter Dennis Brennan, the powerhouse lineup includes Andrew Stern (guitar), Jim Haggerty (bass), and Chris Anzalone (drums). Born as a pandemic side project, TrueVines now thrives on high-energy, garage-infused rock and soul—raunchy, swaggering, and unapologetically fun.

JAGA
Pop, Rock

JAGA play a little of this, a little of that. Our rule is that we don't ever play a cover (which is all we play) that all 4 of us don't like. Our musical tastes individually are varied, therefore I would call our general vibe eclectic.

Wild Pitches
Alternative, Rock

Wild Pitches are a family band playing (mostly) covers of alt-rock from the 1900s.

Larry Chafe
Classic Rock, Rock

Larry Chafe performs solo electric guitar, specializing in classic and vintage rock.

Deuce Club
Rock, Punk

Deuce Club delivers a two-piece garage rock outfit that keeps it simple, with notes of punk and trad, following a solo set. You can dance if you want to.

Osowiecki Brothers
Folk, Indie

Osowiecki Brothers are singer-songwriters who take turns sharing their songs on acoustic guitars.

Three at Home
Rock, Soul

Three at Home deliver a cocktail of harmony-driven rock infused with soulful energy and emotion. Take the honest lyrics of Brandi Carlile, the tight harmonies of Fleetwood Mac, the passion and energy of Frank Turner, shake it vigorously inside a bottle of Lake Street Dive throwback vibes, and you get Three at Home!

NO SIR E
Electronic/Dance, EDM

NO SIR E is a multi-genre DIY beat-based electronic performing artist utilizing over 300 buttons to create musical journeys on the fly.

Gloucester Hornpipe and Clog Society
Folk, Indie

Gloucester Hornpipe & Clog Society has been delighting audiences with Celtic, Maritime, French Canadian, and New England dance music and songs since 1971. Toe-tapping jigs, reels, hornpipes, & waltzes; singalong sea chanteys and ballads; and more. We encourage dancing, clapping, singing and tapping! Quartet includes Ben Bruno (fiddle, pennywhistle, guitar and vocals); Dave Doucett (guitar); Nancy Koch (accordion, vocals); and David Rosen (bodhran, pogo-cello, bones, and other percussion).

J P Jazz
Jazz

J P Jazz is a jazz ensemble playing classic jazz material and originals.

The Newtalians
Jazz , Funk

Newtalians reimagine your favorite Italian songs (and more) with modern, fresh arrangements ranging from ska to jazz, from rock to funk. Be ready to dance and sing along. Boston-based, spaghetti-raised.

Summer Street Stompers
Jazz , Blues

Summer Street Stompers play traditional jazz, blues and swing. Pop in if you wanna listen to some New Orleans classics!

The Beagles
Folk, Country

Beagles began at the Medford Porchfest three years ago and are taking the act to new porches this fall! We play cover and original songs about dogs with a folky Americana vibe, including guitar, drums, bass, recorder, fiddle, keys, and of course voices.

Gatewood
Funk

Gatewood comes to town and lays down the funk as we break in our brand new porch!

Cool McCool
Funk, Electronic/Dance

Cool McCool is a multi-genre groove-oriented writing group with a Hi-Lee danceable mix.

The Comfortablists
Jazz , Funk

Comfortablists deliver Jazz, Funk, and Latin grooves featuring originals and standards.

Jukka Westhues
Indie, Folk

Jukka Westhues is a Milton-based singer-songwriter whose music blends the introspective spirit of American folk-rock and the textured edge of 1990s indie rock. A multi-instrumentalist and producer with roots in Finland and the American Midwest, he crafts lyrically rich songs that evoke both personal reflection and sonic depth. His solo performances highlight his expressive vocals and guitar-driven arrangements, offering listeners a stripped-down yet resonant experience. Expect to hear some Radiohead.

Royer's One Man Band
Folk, Blues

Royer’s One Man Band has been the performance project of Eric Royer since 1993. After building his unique, self-made mechanical contraption—the Guitar Machine—in Tucson, AZ, Royer has recorded and toured extensively. The device enables him to play acoustic guitar, bass, and drums with his feet while picking banjo with his hands, singing, and playing harmonica, all without looping or digital effects. Royer also won a Boston Music Award for Best Roots Act as the banjo player in his band The Resophonics.

Soular Eclipse
Indie, Folk

Soular Eclipse are a collective of Berklee alumni (with many satellite members, depending on who's in town and available to partake) that performs indie folk music.

Galaxy Cake
Indie, Punk

Galaxy Cake is a psychedelic, indie, punk rock quartet serving cosmic jams topped with flute solos, deep bass grooves, spacey guitar, and drums that might actually open a portal into another dimension. Come grab a slice of Galaxy Cake, and let the cosmos dance and shake on Kittredge St.

Full Moon Somewhere
Pop, Rock

Full Moon Somewhere is a rocking top 40 cover band playing Oliver of Boston, Cape Cod, and surrounding areas!

Music at the Blissful
Pop, Indie

Music at Blissful is a 6x Boston Parent Paper Family Favorite and National Touring Musician, playing a high energy, fun filled, interactive, movement packed music experience for the whole family. Come join the fun as we sing, jump, shake, laugh and go slow and fast with Music at Blissful. Featuring songs off his new album, "This," it is sure to be an action packed good time for all.

The S & D Duo
Jazz

S & D Duo are an acoustic, eclectic (mostly jazz) duo. Scott (S) plays fingerstyle nylon-string guitar, and Dave (D) plays upright bass and trombone.

The Misfit Toys
Rock, Alternative

Misfit Toys are a rock cover band performing alternative popular hits from the 90's and more.

Jim Infantino
Folk, Indie

Jim Infantino grew up in Manhattan where he met Dave Van Ronk at the Speakeasy Open Mic. After playing the local coffeehouses and touring with Ellis Paul, Jon Svetkey, & Brian Doser under the name End Construction Productions, as well as two separate tours with Chris Chander and Dar Williams, Jim Infantino formed a band called Jim’s Big Ego. He has 7 albums with his band and 3 solo recordings. His songs have been featured repeatedly on the Doctor Demento Show, and All Things Considered on NPR.

Ethan Franklin + Ben Hutkin
Alternative, Indie

Ethan Franklin + Ben Hutkin, Berklee's newest alumni (Ethan on drums and Ben on guitar, keys, percussion, and vocals), joined by special guest Gabe Rico on vocals, are bringing Part 2 of their "Post Capstone Chronicles" to Roslindale Porchfest 2025! They will be covering hits from Twenty One Pilots, Muse, Blue October, and IDKHOW But They Found Me alongside one or more of Gabe's originals!

mynameisblueskye
Indie, Pop

mynameisblueskye is a solo Boston singer-songwriter and poet whose music is described as a mix of synthpop, neo-psychedelia, and dream pop. Songs usually surround the life of being a black autistic person in America, but contain a bit more magic and positivity than the description may suggest.

Wayward Vine
Indie, Folk

Wayward Vine is an established indie folk-rock band playing all original music. Their music explores themes of human relationships, connection, and social justice.

Terry Kitchen & Frenemies
Folk

Terry Kitchen & Frenemies have been called "one of New England's best songwriters" by The Boston Globe. Terry Kitchen has performed on folk and Americana stages across the country since the 1990s, releasing a dozen albums filled with literate musical storytelling, supple guitar playing, and distinctive, intimate vocals. The new album We All Dream (with its title song reaching the top ten of the Folk-DJ chart) offers a hard-won glimmer of hope just when we need it most. He'll be joined by members of his '80s band Loose Ties.

The Thems and Brian
Punk, Pop

Thems and Brian are 4 buds playing punk pop covers!

The Wiggly Tendrils
Pop, Indie

Wiggly Tendrils are a chamber pop band. We play string instruments, synthesizers, and sing songs about science, love, trees, parenting, and everyday life.

The Heather Mumford Project
Country, Folk

Heather Mumford Project plays a beautiful Americana harmony of Country, Bluegrass, Folk and Blues. Come for some pickin’, grinnin’, and heartfelt roots music.

The Rote
Rock, Alternative

Rote is a hard rock band based out of New Jersey, blending post-punk energy with grunge grit. With haunting lyrics, driving rhythms, and chaotic live shows, they channel the urgency of bands like IDLES and Nirvana while carving their own defiant path. Their second album Mary Underwater is streaming everywhere.

Confidential Teatime
Folk, Indie

Confidential Teatime blends a little folk, a little twang, and a little indie soul, combining y’allternative, folk-rock, and Americana with heartfelt originals and reimagined favorites.

Sam Bergquist
Country, Blues

Sam Bergquist has been part of the Boston music scene for over thirty years. As a member of country/blues band Loose Change, Bergquist performed at iconic clubs around Boston, including Johnny D's and House of Blues. In February, 2025 he released a solo full length album, "Racing Down the Valley." “Absolutely brilliant. Insights into human behavior through one man’s honest outpourings. But with rhythm and soul.” - Samantha Simmonds-Ronceros — NohoArtsDistrict.com

The Hip! Replacements
Jazz

Hip! Replacements are a jazz ensemble of 8 people featuring two saxes, one flute, keyboard, guitar, bass, drums, and a vocalist.

The Royal Me
Indie, Alternative

Royal Me is a Boston-based indie rock band that blends guitar-heavy grit with melodic pop instincts, drawing comparisons to Superchunk, Pavement, the Pixies, and early Weezer. Their sound leans into texture and tone—fuzzed-out, hook-laden, and lyrically sharp. Live, they’re tight, sweaty, and loud: a wall-of-sound punch delivered with unexpected wit and a distinctive Texan vocal presence. In 2025, Royal Me is releasing their next 15-song LP, The End of Wishing for Numbered Days.

Dr Hoose
Folk, Rock

Dr Hoose is a singer and guitarist performing acoustic covers of singer-songwriters such as Amos Lee, Colin Hay, Cat Stevens, Dylan, Springsteen, and Van Morrison, along with a few eclectic covers including Counting Crows, Cure, David Bowie, Elvis Costello, Elton John, and more.

Michael Boezi & The Stipulations
Indie, Alternative

Michael Boezi & The Stipulations bring the energy and ethos of the post-punk era to the modern era with thought-provoking original songs that invite progressive, collectivist, and non-confrontational reflection as an antidote to the years of programming and propaganda we all endure. Comparisons: Billy Bragg, Andrew Bird, Kurt Vile, Dire Straits, Mountain Goats, Lord Huron, R.E.M, Johnny Marr, and Richard Thompson. Connect: @mboezi everywhere.

Clark & Page
Pop, Rock

Clark & Page deliver a full band sound using their own prerecorded tracks, performing great songs of the 90’s with amazing harmonies.

The Manglers
Classic Rock, Rock

Manglers are maximum rock ‘n’ roll artifact curators stuck in the golden Age circa 1965 to 1980.

The ARMANDO Experience
Funk, Latin