Paul Henry's Acoustic Jam 128

Okay, if you are not familiar with Paul Henry's Art Gallery and the month of February, perhaps the title of the post will need some explaining. Every Thursday night Paul Henry's has an open mic night. A JAM with local musicians. An acoustical night, where the only think plugged in are the light bulbs and the coffee. (Okay, perhaps the crock pots of food too.)

For February a tradition has started. A Valentines Eve chocolate pie tradition. Bring a home made chocolate pie, you get in free. The pies are judged, awards given . . . along with the chocolate pies being devoured with next day tummy aches.

It has been just over a year since my first time at Paul Henry's. It is an experience, a joy, a family environment,  a place to meet new friends and to catch up with the ones you already made there. It is that simple . . . an experience. Restaurants, fancy bars, clothing stores, all want to sell you an experience. Here, at Paul Henry's, we make the experience. It is for us to participate, partake, pat ourselves on the back, and prove NW Indiana has talent.

Here are some photos of the evening. I hope you will enjoy them.

First . . . The Pie Contest

The girls just monkey'n around . . .

Camera wars . . .

Paul Henry's is a place for artists of all kind to meet the public on a weekly basis. On Thursday night open mic (acoustic - no electric) musicians are not expected to be perfect. On the contrary. Musicians, poets, you name it, come to try out their new material in front of an audience for the first time. It can be raw, and it can be very exciting. This is their training ground, and their showcase, depending upon their need.

Lots of art rotates through Paul Henry's. NW Indiana is dripping with talent, and Paul Henry's is there to showcase it. All are welcome.

Paul Henry's Art Gallery

416 Sibley Street

Hammond, IN

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Murphy & Milan

Oh ya, two great ladies playing acoustic and singing to us during dinner! Christine and Michelle are two totally talented (and beautiful) ladies who enjoy music. I know, because I was there and it shows.

I have missed their performances around the area the last couple months. This time I made it to their event at Casa Del Mar which is a Mexican Bar & Grill. The place was packed, with people waiting for seating. Food plates kept coming out, smelling and looking great. Everyone waiting for their food to be served were engaged with the musical performance. Even those eating stopped to look and listen.

The harmony, choice of song, the energy and connection these two have, make it a joy to be around them. Here are some photos of the evening . . .

Christine

Michelle

You can stay connected with Murphy & Milan by liking their facebook page.  You can also see Murphy & Milan at Casa Del Mar once again on March 16th.

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Ground Hog Day

I have always liked Groundhog day.  This year was pretty cool because I went to see Mark Mybeck and Joshua McCormack play at Finnegans Pub in Dyer.  Again, they were pretty cool, listening to them on acoustic guitars, with Joshua switching back and forth on his electric.

You want to see uniqueness in a band that draws you in.  These guys do just that.  They have a mix of written songs and covers.  They have their own rhythm  harmony when it requires, their own personal "voice" that is telling us a story.  You do feel like a child at times, sitting there, just listening with amazement.

Here are some photos of the evening . . .

When you get a chance, go check these guys out.

Click here to read my previous blog on Joshua and Mark.


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