Downtown Farmington
Music at the Market

The Hummingbirds

This duo has become a fixture at the market.  Hear the twangy mix of memorable melodies and sweet harmonies from this unique electro-coustic pair.  Stephen Grant Wood and Rachel Lynn Hercula have that special sound that pulls you in.

Outstanding Country Recording
- Depot Town

2007 Award Winner

Outstanding Country Artist/Group

Outstanding Country Instrumentalist - Wood

Outstanding Country Vocalist - Hercula

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Billy Brandt

Having spent decades in the music business supporting other bands and artists, Billy Brandt stands on his own.  Influenced by the likes of Gram Parsons to the Grateful Dead, Billy Brandt has molded his sound by creating his own unique guitar picking that creates a haunting melody which stays with the listener long after the song is over.

Outstanding Acoustic/Folk Instrumentalist
- Billy Brandt

2007 Three-Time Nominee

Jill Jack and Billy Brandt

Jill played at the 2007 Downtown Hoedown in May.  You can see her in the intimate setting of our Market pavilion.  Jill, with her soulful voice, has won 18 Detroit Music Awards (Acoustic/Folk, Country, Pop/Rock) for vocalist, songwriter, album and artist.

Her genre-jumping sound doesn't fit easily into any one format and keeps her free to write and sing what she wants, "I am a folk artist and I'm proud of that".  Jill can do more than just a good folk song. She can sing a sweet ballad and rock the place out too.

Jill Jack

Outstanding Acoustic Artist/Group

Outstanding Acoustic/Folk Recording

Outstanding Acoustic/Folk Songwriter

Outstanding Acoustic/Folk Vocalist

Outstanding Pop Artist/Group

2007 Award Winner

Outstanding Acoustic Artist/Group

Outstanding Acoustic/Folk Songwriter

Outstanding Acoustic/Folk Vocalist

John D. Lamb

Singer-songwriter John D. Lamb has spent most of his life in Michigan, but he writes songs as if he's spent his whole life on the road - which  isn't surprising considering his busy touring schedule. A tireless performer, Lamb spends quite a bit of time trekking around the state and nearby areas, continuously winning new fans with his brand of Midwestern roots rock.

2007 Award Winner

Outstanding Acoustic/Folk Recording

Mark Reitenga

Mark has been playing his unique brand of folk rock in metro Detroit since 1988.  He has an uncanny ability to create multiple layers of sound with just an acoustic guitar, microphone and his Boomerang Loop Recorder, creating a sonic canvas.

Mixing strong singing and guitar playing, Mark delivers an intimate acoustic live performance. Fans appreciate his welcome-to-my-living-room atmosphere and musical storytelling ability.

Click here for Mark Reitanga's Web site

Bob Monteleone

Catch Bob & his trusty Seagull or Taylor acoustic guitar. As much as he loves the give & take of other musicians, playing solo gives Bob the freedom to take off in any direction, any time. He's more likely to play more Neil Young, Radiohead and other personal favorites as well as original songs.

Dan Goree

Dan is a gifted player. He is accomplished in many styles, including funk, smooth jazz, classic soul, rock&roll and he's a great vocalist.

Chris McCall Trio

"Chris McCall is one blessed singer.  She has the voice to end all voices." - The Jam Rag

Chris, along with band mates Jason Kuehn and Don Didonato, fill the market with a strong, sensitive sound guaranteed to engage you.

Click here for Chris McCall's Web site

Annette Knowles, Executive Director

Downtown Farmington
33316 Grand River Avenue
Farmington, Michigan  48336
248-473-7276

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