Songwriter Showcase Series: Paul Willis & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

I am hosting a residency at The Square Root in Roslindale, and we kick it off the first show with Paul Willis, a hip-hop artist, educator, and community organizer who brings a positive vibe and energy pointed at social justice and building community. 

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Songwriter Showcase Series: Peter Fernandez & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

Peter Fernandez is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter – and my long-time bandmate and co-writer in The Rockmores. Peter hosts a monthly live radio show on uncertain.fm, but we get him live in-person for the evening on 3/11.

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Songwriter Showcase Series: Genie Santiago & Ava Sophia

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

Genie Santiago is a musician, poet, visual artist, community collaborator, and healer who uses her art and platform to amplify the needs of BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and marginalized voices of her community. She is an amazing performer with powerful songs that are spiritual and sensual.

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Songwriter Showcase Series: Jessye DeSilva & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

Jessye DeSilva weaves tapestries of witch pop and 70s folk rock with their empathetic moral fiber, strengthened by the radical honesty that grounds their buoyant melodies. Rich with resilience and compassion, DeSilva centers their craft around community, reaching out from behind the piano to share their uplifting spirit with listeners.

Songwriter Showcase Series: Ava Sophia & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

In the June show of my residency at The Square Root in Roslindale, my guest performer is Ava Sophia, an acoustic R&B singer/songwriter and a 2020 Boston Music Award Nominee. She has an amazing voice that powers smart, soulful songs. 

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Songwriter Showcase Series: Isabella & Isaac (High Tea) & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

Isabella DeHerdt and Isaac Eliot are High Tea: An indie-folk duo with soulful harmonies over guitar riffs and percussion, serving up a refreshing blend of old blues and new pop. Their songs are ripe with Americana heartbreak and tell tales of growing up, going wild, and always coming back to the ones you love.

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Songwriter Showcase Series: JU$T JILL & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

JU$T JILL is a hip-hop artist who stands out in the Boston rap scene with her originality and creativity in her music, from nostalgic 90s hip-hop to parody rap songs. Her positive and uplifting style of music promotes self-love, empowerment, family, and friendship.

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Songwriter Showcase Series: Evan Greer & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

Evan Greer is a trans/genderqueer activist singer/songwriter, parent, and organizer based in Boston who writes and performs high-energy acoustic songs that inspire hope, build community, and incite resistance! She is also currently the campaign director for Fight for the Future, the viral digital rights not-for-profit.

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Songwriter Showcase Series: Devin Ferreira & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

Devin Ferreira is a connector, facilitator, and booster of independent artists of all types. He's a great writer, performer, and educator who meets cold realism with positivity and perseverance. His latest musical work is a community collaboration called The Garden Project.

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Songwriter Showcase Series: Grace Givertz & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

With a large voice packed into a tiny frame, Grace Givertz pairs her witty and honest lyrics with various instruments to bring a refreshing and modern sound to this traditional format.

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Songwriter Showcase Series: Chris Walton & Michael Boezi

The Square Root | Roslindale, MA 2 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, United States

This month my invited guest is Chris Walton, a great writer, guitarist, and performer. His music ranges from introspective love songs to upbeat retro pop tracks – a blend of classic soul, jazz, and funk imbued with a modern aesthetic.

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