Mara Simpson + Ivan Polanco + Digisaurus + Robin Irene Moss @ The Way Station

8pm- Mara Simpson
Genre: Alt Folk Soul
For fans of: Carol King, First Aid Kit, Laura Marling, Feist

British songwriter and independent artist Mara Simpson has captivated audiences around the world with her soulful melodies, rich lyricism, unassuming charm and wicked laugh. Recently quoted by New Zealand Musician Magazine as "Soulful, sincere, warm, rich and intimate. The songwriting is stunning." Mara now prepares for the release of her debut album, "Our Good Sides," on home shores. London born to a Kenyan family, Mara has spent periods of time in Wellington, New Zealand and Berlin. Her songs reflect her eclectic background and draw the listener closer into these worlds. "Our Good Sides" was recorded and produced by Tim Bidwell (producer of Kate Walsh and Fink) and features guest vocals from Olly Knights of Turin Brakes, Ben Ottewell of Gomez, and cousin, Courtney Simpson.

"You'll be intrigued by her background story and awed by stunning vocals and guitar melodies." - Indie Shuffle

"Soulful, sincere, warm, rich and intimate. The songwriting is stunning." - New Zealand Musician Magazine

https://www.facebook.com/marasimpsonmusic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdqXWvj87Xw&feature=youtu.be

9pm- Ivan Polanco
Genre: Pop/R&B
For fans of: Ed Sheeran and Bruno Mars

Ivan Polanco is an independent artist hailing from New York City. With his unique soulful vocals backed by a fiery blend of acoustic guitar rhythms and a full band behind him, he has been catching the attention of audiences within the northeast college & festival scene. Having recently released his third album "Introspection" on iTunes in April 2015, he is excited to share his new music with audiences. Playing within the styles of Ed Sheeran and Bruno Mars, there is a pop sensibility coated with a distinct honesty in songwriting and musicality that Ivan brings to the table with his performances.

"Ivan's dedication, drive, and versatility as an artist show through his work. Not only are his songs extremely catchy, they also seem to strike a chord with us listeners" - Punchland (http://www.punchland.com/music/get-introspective-view-coming-local-artis...)

www.ivanpolanco.com

New Album "Introspection":
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/introspection/id1017403273

"I Just Want To Love You" Official Music Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHmyrldnLGE

"Hard Not to Fall" Official Music Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wokc3khOfD8

10pm- Digisaurus
Genre: Future Pop/Rock
For fans of: Big Data, Mark Ronson, Chromeo, Scissor Sisters

Digisaurus is dedicated to the evolution of music and art through technology and collaboration. Their sound mixes classic disco and funk with more modern sounds to offer a contemporary take on classic pop.

“Paleolithic rock ethics here get hurdled into the digital post-millennial common era, where an exercise in self-effacing activities dish out everything from self doubt, to embracing the hesitant honesty of uncertainty. Concepts of togetherness, and untogetherness bend and break to the parade of synths, and well styled noise makers that allow the audience to ponder the high drama of the with and without conundrums.” - Impose Magazine

“Featuring wicked falsetto singing reminiscent of Jimmy Somerville and a fun take on disco and funk similar to the Scissor Sisters, the Columbus, Ohio project Digisaurus combine elements both new and old to create a sound that’s both classic and contemporary. Helmed by musician James Allison, the band has just released their energetic and very catchy debut EP No More Room For Love, which we’re more than happy to present here at PopMatters.” - Pop Matters

http://www.digisaurusmusic.com
http://www.youtube.com/digisaurusmusic
http://www.soundcloud.com/digisaurus

11pm- Robin Irene Moss
Genre: Singer Songwriter, Indie folk
For fans of: Ingrid Michaelson, Florence and the Machine, Regina Spektor, Ella Fitzgerald

Robin Irene Moss writes and sings honest, lyric-driven music that anyone can relate to. She has a jazzy voice, intelligent (sometimes sassy) songs, and a killer band. Her EP “I Like You” came out last summer and is available on iTunes, Spotify, and at her website, Robinirenemoss.com .

“To say her talent as a songwriter is otherworldly is an understatement.” - Play Too Much

http://playtoomuch.com/2014/08/25/robin-irene-moss-i-like-you/
Robinirenemoss.com
Soundcloud.com/robin-irene-moss
Youtube.com/robinirenemossmusic
Facebook.com/robinirenemoss