Harmony Hill's Event List

The acoustic duo known as “Linus Tate Unplugged" began in 2013 after the two had been involved in some common musical projects. Poteet, 22 at the time, had been playing acoustic blues, 90's pop and everything in between when he joined bassist/vocalist Noah Cope, freshly retired from his career as an upright bassist for Phantom Of The Opera.


Finding common ground in a love of great songwriters both past and present (Ray Lamontange, Chris Stapleton, Jackson Browne, etc) the acoustic duo Linus Tate Unplugged was born. Covering great songs by timeless artists makes for an engaging, unique live show that leave audiences wanting more.

Another Colour is an acoustic rock music duo that consists of husband and wife team Grace and Paul Dell Aquila. The two have been making music together since the 1980s. Originally from Long Island, New York, the duo relocated to Louisville, Kentucky in 1994. They currently live in the Cincinnati, Ohio area where Grace is a vocal instructor and Paul is working on a Ph.D degree in music theory at the College-Conservatory of Music. Please visit the duo's website for more information about Another Colour. www.anothercolour.com

These two seasoned musicians bring a diverse range of musical influences to the stage. Heavily influenced in their formative years by such iconic artists as the Beatles, Van Morrison, George Michael and Todd Rundgren, this duo’s calling cards are rich vocal harmony and guitar styles reminiscent of the Blues, Folk and Rock-n-Roll music of the sixties and seventies. Andy Sorentino’s background includes performing in popular bands throughout the Columbus, Ohio marketplace as a lead vocalist and guitar player. Andy also teaches guitar out of “Sidekick Studios” in West Chester, Oh. Robert’s Sunderman’s musical resume’ includes his participation in the Greater Cincinnati music scene as a guitar player and co-producer of the “Eastwind Acoustic Rock-n-Roll Ensemble “.

Singer/songwriter, Mark Gibson, has been a professional musician for 15 years. Originally from Tulsa, OK, he now resides in Cincinnati, OH. His music is soul-tinged and bluesy, and it seeks the right balance between rawness and refinement. He’s released numerous albums throughout his career, with his latest offering, “Live From Soul City,” (2018). The album accurately captures Gibson’s live shows; a dynamic performer with a wonderful band that can glide between being smooth and unassuming, to creating attention grabbing, emotional crescendos. When he performs solo, he records and loops acoustic and electric guitar in real-time, and then sings over the top. It makes for a more exciting and complex performance than the typical acoustic performance. We are excited about Mark's debut. https://www.facebook.com/MarkGibsonMusic/

Harmony Hill is pleased to welcome back Singer-Songwriter, John Ford for his seventh season performing on the Hill. John performs a unique mix of American Roots, Traditional Blues and Soulful Classic Rock. Ford is a veteran of the Cincinnati music scene, playing classic rock, punk and alt country in various bands, influenced by everything from classic & college rock to country blues. currently playing a repertoire of self-composed American roots music. “I’ve been writing songs since my early teens” John explains, “Whether it be songs I’ve written or an old song from the 1930’s, I play what I fall in love with. Many times people ask if I’m doing all original music; sometimes I do, depending on the venue, but sometimes it’s just an old Son House song or a new Chris Smither song that people have never heard, that I consider to be great.

The Finneytown Music Workshop plays a lively mix of jazz, blues and original novelties, which are sure to please all of the people some of the time. Members of the band are Howard Page (sax/vocals), Summers Hagerman (guitar/vocals), Mark Becker (bass) and Dave McKinney (drums).

KJ Summerville is a professional musician through and through. He is the winner of multiple Cammy awards including best instrumentalist. After 23 years of life in a band, KJ decided to go solo in January 2016.  He wanted to spend more time with his beloved Martin D35 and as they say “the rest is history.”  His style is extremely diverse, but as a solo artist he comes from the James Taylor school of smooth. A typical show from KJ might include The Beatles, Sam Cooke, Chris Stapleton, Fleetwood Mac and maybe even Led Zeppelin if you ask. His easy rapport with the audience will have you feeling like you have made a new friend and might include a personal anecdote or two, some of which may even be true. We are truly excited about featuring KJ on The Hill. 

MamaBear's Mac has been four years in the making. Lots of flavor tests and feeding our friends and family! (They don’t complain.) We are a small food trailer and the summer of 2018 is our first year in operation. PapaBear (Dave) and I are having fun and working hard, discovering all the fantastic breweries and wineries in the Cincinnati area.

Tracy Walker is an award winning singer songwriter who has been at the forefront of Cincinnati's vibrant music scene for over a decade. Her soulful musical style sits at the crossroads of Folk, Rock, Latin, Jazz, Blues and even country. Tracy has shared the stage with Joe Cocker, Sally Taylor, Blessid Union of Souls, and many others and was a 2011 Taft Museum of Art Duncanson Artist-in-Residency Awardee. Tracy Walker will entertain your mind and move your soul. Come join her for an intimate night of acoustic music accompanied by her sultry voice that refreshes your palate. We are pleased to have Tracy back for her 5th year on The Hill. https://tracywalker.com/

Jeff Hager and David Stautberg are more than just an acoustic duo. We use multiple instruments depending on the needs of the song. We play an eclectic mix of rock, blues, and country covers along with originals. Collectively we have been playing music in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana for close to 40 years. Please visit our Facebook page for videos, pictures and scheduled events. https://www.facebook.com/BlindFaithDuo

Mick and Jill love making music. Their goal is to convey that same passion to others. be it at a wine tasting, restaurant, or private venue or occasion. They enjoy bringing back memories with classics from the 70's and 80's, to current contemporary songs. There's something for everyone whether it's Folk, Americana, Country, or Rock 'n Roll. And, there's always a handful of originals. You'll here music from Lyle Lovett to John Mayer Beatles to Steely Dan, as well as Patty Griffin, Joni Mitchell, and Allison Krauss. You can "friend" them on facebook (mickandjill@facebook.com), or be part of their email list at mickandjill@gmail.com.

BackTracks is a 4-piece band of local musicians from the Greater Cincinnati area playing music from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s with the unmistakable rock sound of those decades. The band plays well-known tunes from that period, as well as not-so-often-heard-on-the-radio songs that everyone knows, but forgot they knew. All members have played in local and regional bands for a number of years and bring their instrumental and vocal talents together for a rockin’ good time!

Tim is from a musical family and has been playing guitar since the age of 4. His grassroots revert back to Bluegrass Music as a kid. His entire family still plays music to this day. He grew up singing everything from Bill Monroe and the Osborne Brothers to George Jones and Merle Haggard. His versatile vocals range from the easy listening tunes of James Taylor and Jimmy Buffett to the classic rock hits of Bob Seger and the Eagles.

KJ Summerville is a professional musician through and through. He is the winner of multiple Cammy awards including best instrumentalist. After 23 years of life in a band, KJ decided to go solo in January 2016.  He wanted to spend more time with his beloved Martin D35 and as they say “the rest is history.”  His style is extremely diverse, but as a solo artist he comes from the James Taylor school of smooth. A typical show from KJ might include The Beatles, Sam Cooke, Chris Stapleton, Fleetwood Mac and maybe even Led Zeppelin if you ask. His easy rapport with the audience will have you feeling like you have made a new friend and might include a personal anecdote or two, some of which may even be true. We are truly excited about featuring KJ on The Hill. 

Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Ma Crow & Co. consists of Ma Crow, Margie Drees and Vicki Abbott. The trio first came together in March, 2011, to help form Ma Crow and the Lady Slippers. Each brought years of experience to the all-female group, performing locally and regionally, and produced three albums, Wayward Daughter, Memory of a Mountain, and Black Wings.

Ma Crow (vocals and guitar)
Margie Drees (vocals and fiddle)
Vicki Abbott (vocals and bass)

From ballads to bluegrass, old-time to contemporary music, her roots come from East Tennessee to the Ohio River Valley. When Ma Crow sings, even the most melodious of song birds would be hard pressed to send forth such a sweet strand of sounds. http://www.macrowmusic.net

Empty Pockets is an acoustic vocal soft rock group from Cincinnati that plays mostly 70s classic artists like: Loggins & Messina, James Taylor, Jimmy Buffett, The Beatles, Carly Simon, CSN &Y, grateful Dead, Pink Floyd, ect... With really good vocals! all the songs that are great for drinking the best wine. Members; Michael Janson and Jen Gray, with special guest Mark James and others.

Energy. Honesty. Originality. Frontier is a harmony-driven rock band from Kentucky whose unique sound defies the trends of today’s music. With meaningful lyrics, signature blood-harmonies, and inventive pop-rock music, Frontier makes no attempt to blend in. Influences such as John Mayer, The Police, and Eric Clapton bleed together into the band’s sound and style. Multi-platinum producer Jef Powell said of the band, “The guys in Frontier have a spirit that’s been missing in modern music for a while: the desire to play music with substance.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHkHJMncnGY

No need to bring your own food to The Hill this time. The crew at P&P makes gourmet pizzas that will knock your socks off. If you haven't tried them yet this summer, believe me, you can leave the picnic basket home today. PNPwoodfiredpizza.com

Tracy Walker is an award winning singer songwriter who has been at the forefront of Cincinnati's vibrant music scene for over a decade. Her soulful musical style sits at the crossroads of Folk, Rock, Latin, Jazz, Blues and even country. Tracy has shared the stage with Joe Cocker, Sally Taylor, Blessid Union of Souls, and many others and was a 2011 Taft Museum of Art Duncanson Artist-in-Residency Awardee. Tracy Walker will entertain your mind and move your soul. Come join her for an intimate night of acoustic music accompanied by her sultry voice that refreshes your palate. We are pleased to have Tracy back for her 5th year on The Hill. https://tracywalker.com/