Voted "Best Band" by Newport Mercury in 2012 and 2011, The Skinny Millionaires expect 2012 to be another big year. The Skinnies take garage punk and seamlessly mix it with lush, hauntingly beautiful Americana sound. The dark, brooding folk-noir lyrics penned by Mike O'Donnell mixed with Diane O'Connor's gypsy violin create an undeniably pure sound. Other band members include Billy Moretti on bass, John Marlowe on banjo, James Kirby on pedal steel and RJ Wicks on drums. The band has performed with The Supersuckers, Deer Tick and Lady Starlight (of Lady Gaga;s band). The Skinny Millionaires released their latest EP, "Easy Tiger", on May 8, and are already receiving rave reviews.The concert will be held in the nature preserve's quarry meadow. Seating is on the grass. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and arrive 15 minutes prior to the performance to ensure a place to park and time to make your way down to the quarry meadow. Parking is available in the Rogers High School parking lot. FREEMusic Month is one of a series of events held at Ballard Park this summer. The series is supported by sponsors that include:Presenting Sponsor:Jenkins ConstructionLead Singer Sponsors:Kiki Finn and Nina PoanessaBack Up Singer Sponsors:Newport Grand, Salve Regina University, Stagecraft Sound & Lighting and T.J. Brown, Inc.
