The! Warshanna Ensemble

“Based out of Baltimore, The! Warshanna Ensemble produces Egyptian hard bop that is boundary pushing and a hark to the past.

Ahmed is an Egyptian-American who combines the east and west with his original music. Introduced to Egyptian music at a young age by his parents who emigrated from Egypt in the late 80’s, Ahmed takes inspiration from Jazz stylings combined with the music of Umm Kulthum, Fairuz, and Abdel Halim Hafez. 

In his debut album, “Ishta”, Ahmed combines the music of his favorite Egyptian artists with the style of hard bop. The result is a refreshing, new sound that is unique to The! Warshanna Septet. “

Check out Ahmed’s website to learn more about him, his music, and the band!

Take It Easy - The! Warshanna Quintet - NPR Tiny Desk Contest 2022

“This year, for the tiny desk contest, The! Warshanna Quintet would like you to remember...Take It Easy (Please note: the keyboard is sitting atop the desk)“

- Ahmed Warshanna

Band: Ahmed Warshanna - Guitar | Dominic Ellis - Saxophones | Josh Miller - Piano / Keyboards | Thomas Owens - Upright / Electric Bass | Charlie Seda - Drum set / Percussion

Brunswick

Brunswick formed in Baltimore, MD in late 2021 after vocalist/guitarist Marc Cashin decided to record some songs he had written over the years. The goal was to record a small demo, just guitar, and vocals, and keep it as a historical record of what he had written. After hooking up with long-time friend and producer, Stephen Antonelli (Songbuilder Studios), it became clear that these songs could be much more than just a small demo… The band released their first single, Good Stuff, on August 19th, and have just released their first full length album, The Same Ground, in October of 2022.

Check out the band website to learn more about the band and to stay up to date on new music and shows near you!

Live Music - Brunswick (Baltimore, MD)

“Hey! We’re a band called Brunswick from Baltimore, MD. We play a mix of indie/alt/pop/funk... Why don't we just show you what people are saying...

‘Have you ever heard one of those bands that combines a bunch of genres to flawlessly make great songs? If you haven’t, meet Baltimore band Brunswick.’ …

-Video by @ljrcreative (Instagram) “

Band: Marc Cashin - Lead Vocals / Guitar | Jamaal Turner - Drum set | Tom O'Donnell - Lead Guitar | Andrew O’Donnell - Bass Guitar | Josh Miller - Piano / Keyboards | John McCahey - Trombone | Jay Fenner - Tenor Saxophone | Makai Guest - Trumpet |

The Economy

The Economy, comprised of brothers Josh and Jonathan Miller, is a multi-genre band combining influences from pop, hip-hop, electronic, funk, jazz, and more. Launched officially at the beginning of 2020, The Economy has released 2 EP’s and a single which are available on all streaming platforms. The brothers are also the co-owners of a recording and streaming studio, TheEconomy Studios, which is currently under construction. The duo has done extensive streaming on their Twitch page, and has several videos on their YouTube page, but have since taken a hiatus from content creation in order to complete their first album.

Know You Now (arr. The Economy)

This performance was taken from the live recording of The Economy’s EP Standards.

Composed by Amy Winehouse From the album "Frank" Copyright - Island Records 2003

Hall Williams Band

“The Hall Williams Band is the latest super group of musicians coming from the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area. Combining roots, rock, funk, jazz and jam, they have been characterized as sparkly, mind-blowing and up lifting… Their message is about inspiring people to be the best they can be. To inspire kindness and love and share with those around them. Love is Stronger Than Hate”

- Hall Williams

The band has a full length album out, In His Own Words, and several singles available on all streaming platforms.

Check out the band website to learn more about Hall, his music, and the band!

The Wailers ft. Jah People and Hall Williams Band @ The Hamilton Live, 07.07.22

The opening set to Hall Williams Band live at The Hamilton Live, July 7, 2022.

Band: Hall Williams - Lead Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin | Lorenzo Sands - Electric Bass / Background Vocals | Sean Sidley - Drum set | Josh Miller - Keyboards / Background Vocals

Yutzi

“YUTZI (pronounced: YUTE-zee) was formed by childhood friends Tom Starr (Vocals, Guitar) and Austin Lasky (Drums), and named after their elementary school music teacher, Mr. Yutzy. In one year as a band, going from playing backyard parties to some of the best rock music venues in the region, YUTZI’s explosive bluesy, funky, psychedelic rock sound has been compared to the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Cream, and The Black Keys.”

The band has a full length album out, Foundations, several singles and EPs available on all streaming platforms.

Check us out on Instagram to stay up to date on new music and shows near you!

YUTZI “Give Me The Blame” NPR Tiny Desk Contest Submission 2022

YUTZI NPR Tiny Desk Contest Submission 2022

“Give Me The Blame” by YUTZI

Shot/Edited by Andrew Hall of Gingy Productions

Band: Tom Starr – Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar | Austin Lasky – Drum set / Background Vocals| Gabe Ford – Bass | Nathan Shumaker – Saxophone | Frank Monaldi – Electric Guitar | Josh Miller – Keyboards / Background Vocals | Jillian Masters – Cello | Katrina Manabat – Background Vocals

Beya Likhari

Baltimore based singer/songwriter Beya Likhari has been a growing presence in the music scene, and with several vocal-led pieces, she has made a name for herself as Baltimore’s emerging gem.

Drawing influence from her South Asian roots of Bollywood and Punjabi music, Beya’s mesmerizing voice has an affinity towards hip-hop and R&B production that brings out her uniquely soulful melodies and delicate lyricism.

She has released a total of five EP’s: Amplifiers & Vampires, A Drop of Ether, Love Letters from Lola, The Inbetween, and Dead Inside, along with a handful of colorful singles that have gained her significant love from the likes of Saint Heron, BBC Radio 1Xtra, London’s Future Beats Radio, Elle UK and V Magazine.

Check out Beya’s website to learn more about her and her music!

Secrets-NPR Tiny Desk Entry 2022

Here, Josh arranged an stripped down acoustic rendition of Beya’s song Secrets, a song off of her release The Inbetween part II.