PERFORMERS (A - Z)
Angela Perry
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Angela Perry is a singer-songwriter, recording artist, and multi-instrumentalist whose music blends Americana, country, and roots influences with heartfelt storytelling. Whether at the piano or with an acoustic guitar, Angela writes songs that are honest, deeply personal, and full of quiet strength. Inspired by artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Ashley McBryde, Stevie Nicks, and Larkin Poe, her music reflects resilience, growth, and the beauty found in life's imperfect moments.
Music has been central to Angela's life from an early age. After studying piano as a child, she continued performing while raising a family before earning a Bachelor of Arts in Music and pursuing songwriting and touring full time. She also teaches piano, voice, guitar, and ukulele.
Over the past several years, Angela has performed on more than 240 stages across 20 states, appearing at festivals including SXSW, the Rocky Mountain Songwriters Festival, Big Turn Music Fest, the Cape May Songwriters Festival, and the Ozone Songwriters Festival. Her videos have received more than one million views across social media, and her latest single, "Boots," has earned radio airplay. Her forthcoming album, Butterfly Blue, continues to showcase her gift for writing songs that are both deeply personal and universally relatable.
Angela believes live music should be shared with everyone, performing not only in festivals and listening rooms but also in libraries, veterans' centers, assisted living communities, and rehabilitation facilities throughout the country.
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Giulia Millanta
Florence-born and Austin-based, singer-songwriter Giulia Millanta brings a worldly voice and fearless creativity to Under the Oaks.
A prolific artist with nine solo albums, Giulia is an accomplished guitarist and multi-instrumentalist who sings in four languages. Her music blends folk, Americana, blues, and artful pop with what critics have called “psychedelic grooveability” and a soul-baring lyrical depth. Whether on acoustic or electric guitar, ukulele, or with unexpected textures woven into her arrangements, Giulia creates music that feels both intimate and expansive.
Since moving to Austin in 2012, she has become a respected presence in the city’s songwriter community, collaborating with and recording alongside renowned musicians including Charlie Sexton, Marc Ribot, Gabriel Rhodes, and Glenn Fukunaga. She has performed in premier venues across the U.S. and Europe, from Club Passim in Cambridge to Rockwood Music Hall in New York and the Teatro Romano in Florence.
Thoughtful, poetic, and musically adventurous, Giulia Millanta delivers performances that are immersive, emotionally rich, and uniquely her own.
Listen:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73aYraPkHK4
Hot Pickin' 57s
Get ready for an evening of high-energy picking and pure musical joy with the Hot Pickin’ 57s — one of Austin’s favorite bluegrass and classic country bands.
With deep roots in the Austin music scene, the Hot Pickin’ 57s deliver a fun, energetic mix of bluegrass, classic country, and Americana. Their sets blend well-loved standards with strong original songs, drawing from legends like Bill Monroe, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Flatt & Scruggs, John Hartford, Doc Watson, Bob Wills, and more.
Praised for their professionalism and dynamic stage presence, the band brings both serious musicianship and easygoing charm to every performance. As one booking agent shared, “During the performance they crush it with fun originals, spot-on classics, incredible talent, energized presence, and some jokes between songs to catch your breath.”
Whether on festival stages or in intimate listening settings, the Hot Pickin’ 57s are known for connecting warmly with their audience and leaving everyone smiling.
Come ready to tap your foot — and maybe sing along.
Kathy & the Kilowatts
Kathy & the Kilowatts
Kathy & the Kilowatts bring powerhouse Texas blues to Under the Oaks.
Fronted by Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Kathy Murray, the band has been a driving force in the Austin music scene for decades. Murray came of age during Austin’s legendary blues era, sharing stages with icons such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, W.C. Clark, Albert King, Koko Taylor, and Bobby “Blue” Bland. Her songwriting and commanding vocals have earned national recognition, including a Grammy nomination and multiple international songwriting honors.
Rooted in blues but enriched by soul, swamp pop, rockabilly, and classic Texas roots music, Kathy’s sound is both timeless and forward-looking. Backed by the Kilowatts, she delivers big-voiced originals and deep-groove blues with unmistakable Texas grit, warmth, and swagger.
Expect an evening of soulful, low-down, smooth-and-sexy blues — straight from the heart of Austin.
Rich Stolp
Kathy & the Kilowatts
Rich Stolp
Austin-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Rich Stolp delivers an engaging blend of pop, rock, folk, and country that feels both familiar and refreshingly authentic. With more than 25 years of performing experience, Rich has built a reputation for connecting with audiences through strong songwriting, memorable melodies, and an easygoing stage presence.
Raised in New Jersey and musically seasoned in San Francisco’s vibrant music scene, Rich has spent decades honing his craft as both a performer and songwriter. His music combines heartfelt originals with carefully chosen covers, creating shows that are approachable, entertaining, and full of moments audiences can sing along with.
Over the years, Rich has performed in a wide variety of venues, including festivals, street fairs, coffeehouses, breweries, wineries, bookstores, hotels, corporate events, and listening rooms. Wherever he plays, his goal remains the same: create a welcoming atmosphere where great songs bring people together.
At Under the Oaks, Rich’s acoustic style and audience-friendly approach make for an evening of music that is relaxed, engaging, and sure to leave listeners wanting just one more song.
Listen:
"Life in the Background" (original song)
"In Your Eyes" by Peter Gabriel
"Dancing on the Deck of the Titanic" (original song)
Timeless
Kathy & the Kilowatts
Rich Stolp
Timeless is the husband and wife duo of Joey and Cyndi Alba. Cyndi and Joey first met in a songwriter competition and, from there, decided to share vocal and songwriting talents.
They also share a penchant for artists with great songwriting and harmonies, covering everything from jazz standards to modern pop. Cyndi leans towards 70's and 80's Pop and Country while Joey leans into 90s and Texas Country.
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