Myriad Artists Conference Schedule
Please check this page for updates as the conference registration process is still underway. We’ll update each conference below with booth numbers and showcase details as we get them.
Folk Alliance International
February 1-5, 2023
Kansas City, MO
Conference Website: Folk.org
To schedule a meeting with us at Folk Alliance, contact: Lauren Stovall
Myriad Artists Showcases at Folk Alliance
The Barefoot Movement
When and Where
Date: Saturday, February 4, 2023
Time: 10:00-10:30pm
Location: Washington Park Place 1
“They perform barefoot, yes, but what you’ll remember is how the music moved you. Lead singer Noah Wall’s voice can blast you backward as well as pull you in, and the rest of the band has the harmonies and instrumental chops to support that ride.” — News & Observer
Damn Tall Buildings
When and Where
Date: Saturday, February 4, 2023
Time: 6:15 – 6:45pm
Location: Shawnee Mission
“If you like your bluegrass served with a little punch, attitude, grit and gravy … Damn Tall Buildings will slide in nice as a welcome edition to your listening rotation. Bluegrass at heart, but pulling from a wide range of influences including swing, ragtime, jazz, and even a hint of contemporary perspective in the songwriting, they offer virtually unmatched energy and enthusiasm, underpinned by intelligent songs that don’t skimp on the infectiousness…” – Savingcountrymusic.com
Emma Langford
When and Where
Date: Friday, February 3, 2023
Time: 7:00-7:30pm
Location: Century A
An award-winning songwriter and performer, Emma Langford’s work pivots on an axis of myth, history, identity and femininity. Her music is inspired by her upbringing in a country where storytelling is king – imbued with humour, vibrant imagery and all the drama of the rugged West coast of Ireland. “Emma Langford is a treasure in Ireland’s music scene” – Louise Bruton, The Irish Times
OkCello
When and Where
Date: Saturday, February 4, 2023
Time: 6:45 – 7:15pm
Location: Washington Park Place 3
Okorie Johnson is an American cellist-songwriter who performs under the moniker OkCello. His artistry integrates cello performance, live-sound-looping, improvisation, and storytelling – all culminating in original compositions that collide classical with jazz, EDM, reggae, and funk.
OkCello is inspired by the exploration of African Diasporic melodies and narratives and their intersection with people’s perceptions and assumptions about the classical and European nature of the cello. As well, his work with improvisation attempts to embody the phenomenon of wordless prayer.
Rakish
When and Where
Date: Friday, February 3rd, 2023
Time: 9:15 – 9:45pm
Location: Washington Park Place 1