Join us for an evening of folk, blues, and Americana featuring three of the area's respected practitioners. Tickets for tonight are $20 each (a $2 per ticket processing fee will be added to your purchase).

Featuring:

• GS Harper
• Kristine Jackson
• Bridgetown Junction (Amanda Walsh & Rick Szekelyi)

This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's Youtube Channel at showtime. Accessing the stream is free but donations are encouraged and directly support the band.

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GS Harper [gsharper.com]

G.S Harper, an independent singer-songwriter and guitarist, was born and raised in San Angelo, Texas where he taught himself to play guitar at the age of 12. He began playing live at the age of 14 and everything since then has been what he calls a long and crazy ride; one that’s not going to stop anytime soon. Harper has played all over the United States in small corner pubs and major arenas. He performs his original work and works as a freelance guitarist and bassist with bands and solo artists, from local independent musicians to national touring artists.

For most of the last 20 years Haper has called Cleveland, Ohio home. Its gritty, hardworking, rust belt attitude added depth to his songwriting and was a good match for his Texas roots. Harper released his fifth project, New Mexico Dirt, in 2016 following a successful tour supporting his forth release, Sixteen Winters. Harper’s previous albums were Waiting for April (2002), Live from Cleveland (G.S. Harper and the Lonesome Tomatoes, 2006) and The Belmont Sessions (G.S. Harper with Andrew Zeager, 2008).

Kristine Jackson [musicbykj.com]

Cleveland native, Kristine Jackson is marking nearly 20 years of bringing her distinctive blend of Sunshine and Blues to live audiences across the country. Known for her relaxed, inviting vibe, Kristine’s soulful acoustic guitar and ukulele performances create an atmosphere of warmth and authenticity that resonates deeply. Her unique style weaves a rich tapestry of sounds, from timeless classics and modern favorites to her heartfelt original compositions that explore a wide range of emotions. Her duo performances reach new heights when accompanied by a talented harmonica player, bringing an energetic, vibrant dynamic to her shows.

Kristine’s musical journey takes listeners through sunlit melodies and soulful blues, solidifying her as a beloved figure in the local music scene and beyond. From intimate house concerts to major festivals, she’s the original package — blending emotive guitar playing, captivating storytelling, and a powerful voice. Throughout her career, Kristine has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in music, including B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal, and Mavis Staples, among many others. Her talent has been recognized with awards for both musicianship and songwriting, including Cleveland Scene Magazine’s Singer-Songwriter of 2024. Her performances are crafted to entertain, inspire, and offer something for everyone.

Bridgetown Junction [bridgetownjunction.com]

Bridgetown Junction has been described as… “An Americana duo that plays original and popular music in the style Dylan and Neil Young to Ronstadt and Ray Charles”.

Songwriters, Amanda Walsh and Rick Szekelyi, have been writing and performing together since 2015. Their songs, written individually and together, examine topics such as conversations with whales and deer, love that falls far short of expectations, distant islands of palms and pearls, the cycle of life, the laments of an old house, the reality of magic, and advice on the right way to end a relationship.

Their first album, Troubadour, was released in 2017, followed by Right Side of the Bridge in 2020. In 2021 they released Look Into the Light and When We Were Kids, an album of original music written specifically for kids.