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Hank Lemon, Paula Fong, Jon Andrew Franklin, Emily Laliotis

Conor Byrne Pub

DESCRIPTION Hank Lemon is the country/folk solo project of Naked Giants’ founding member, Henry LaVallee. A lifetime songwriter and lyricist, he decided to migrate from the drum kit to downstage-center, hanging up the drum sticks for an acoustic guitar, and switching out his cut off jorts for some boot cut Wranglers. In Seattle, he has been making noise in the Ballard country/folk scene playing at legendary venues like Tractor Tavern and Conor Byrne Pub. He has shared bills with Dean Johnson, Leon Majcen, and Town Mountain, and is frequently found busking at Seattle’s historic Pike Place Market. The songs of Hank Lemon explore themes of love from the road, long-term commitment, and looking at American life from the lens of a working class musician. Los Angeles-based Americana singer-songwriter Paula Fong commands attention the moment she takes the stage. Despite her small stature, audiences are consistently surprised by the power, soulfulness, and grit she delivers—her voice can shift from warm intimacy to raw intensity within a single song. Fong brings an engaging presence marked by gentle banter and compelling connection, then captivates with performances that reveal surprising depth and fire. Her sound traverses the full landscape of Americana – from the stark, grounded beauty of Gillian Welch-style roots music to traditional country swing in the vein of Patty Griffin, from Joni Mitchell-inspired fingerstyle guitar work to old-time traditions. She's been compared to Karla Bonoff and Linda Ronstadt for her ability to move fluidly between genres while maintaining a distinctive voice. This range isn't merely stylistic – it's rooted in a genuine love for the breadth of American roots music and the folk traditions that influenced it. The single "Ophelia" from her debut EP Chestnut Mare earned International Acoustic Music Award recognition, with 2026 bringing a bold two-part 10 song album produced by Justin James Sinclair (ROSIE, Jenny Owen Youngs, Weezer, Kate Micucci, Train). Aside from her solo project, Paula directs an Americana music service at Rolling Hills United Methodist and tours as vocalist with (sometimes opening for) Abby Posner's band, Abby Posner and the Big Fall. Jon Andrew Franklin is a singer-songwriter, violinist, and street musician with a knack for blending raw emotion with folk-pop melodies. Known for his unique style and heartfelt lyrics, Jon's music dives deep into themes of resilience, connection, and beauty. Armed with three first names, a live looper, and a wall of sound, this is Jon Andrew Franklin Emily Laliotis is a Los Angeles–based Folk Pop/Alt-Americana artist. Her songwriting draws on the narrative traditions of folk music, approaching real life experiences with levity and frankness. She pairs intimate acoustic foundations with contemporary sounds, delivering an emotional clarity rarely seen in her genre. In 2026, she will tour with artists like Paula Fong and Rocko Wheeler and release her upcoming EP, Back to Dirt. Made primarily with producer/writer Jordan Ruiz (Lucy Clearwater, Hannah Connolly), the two worked together in the sandbox of the studio to infuse joy into every part of the creative process.