Mixtape: Songwriter Showcase with Dechen Hawk & Mike Lamitola

Mixtape: Dechen Hawk & Mike Lamitola

Mixtape is an intimate live show in downtown Longmont, Colorado presented by The Soundpost Sessions at The Times Collaborative featuring songwriters and host Monica Marie LaBonte all on stage swapping songs and stories in-the-round. Music is from 7-9:15, doors at 6:30. Join us for this very special ongoing musical series once a month!

$18 Advance (reserved seating)

$20 Day of Show

This event is sponsored by:

Longmont Creates

https://www.downtownlongmont.com/creative-district/longmont-creates

Longmont Creates is the non-profit arm of the Longmont Creative District. They support activities in the Longmont Creative District and the creatives throughout Longmont. Mixtape was the first recipient of their new Pop-Up Grant and we are so thankful!

ABOUT THE ARTISTS:

Dechen Hawk https://dechenhawk.com/home

Like Stevie Wonder and Jeff Buckley thrown in a blender, Indie Soul Balladeer Dechen Hawk creates music that ranges from beautiful ballads to gritty throwback funk and soul. He believes conscious music has the power to heal and transform humanity for the better. Hawk's call pierces the state of unawareness and asks you to speak the truth.

Mike Lamitola mikelamitola.com

Songs from a soul’s journey through life. Mike is an introspective artist dedicated to the craft of songwriting and storytelling. Influenced by a diverse range of artists Mike’s music blends elements of folk, americana and indie rock, resulting in a unique and captivating musical landscape. Themes of spirit, love, grief, nature, healing and transformation shine through in his live performances where he can connect with the hearts of the audience. Mike was a featured songwriter in the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriter Showcase 2024!

Hosted by: Monica Marie LaBonte monicamariemusic.com

From a wide-eyed tike delicately pressing the keys of her mother’s upright piano to a seasoned artist taking various stages across the country, Monica Marie LaBonte has always been guided by song. In her over 10-year career, the Colorado native has played hundreds of venues, including the historic Gold Hill Inn and Planet Bluegrass. For five years, she carried the torch of Women in Song at the Laughing Goat and enjoyed booking, playing alongside and meeting artists from all over the country. Monica is thrilled to be the Creative Director and host of Mixtape. She believes in the power of community and music and cannot wait to see what magic happens when musicians share stories and songs on stage together at the Times Collaborative.

Host or Publisher Soundpost Acoustics