“Rosenthal can draw you into his lyrics much the same way that James Taylor and Don Henley can”. “Take Jackson Browne’s personal confessions and wrap them in Kris Kristofferson’s world weary tales of broken relationships and you have an idea of what to expect from Tokyo Rosenthal.” “This is Americana with real teeth in the lyrics”. This and more is what the critics are saying about Tokyo Rosenthal. Tokyo has opened for America, Stephen Still and other recording stars plus toured the US, Canada, Europe, Japan, Scotland, Netherlands , etc. To save room listing his accomplishments, please go totokyorosenthal.comand see for yourself. This should be an interesting night of music you don’t want to miss.
August 29, 2026 – Dear Daughter
Dear Daughter is the duo of Ron (keyboard, Juno base, vocals) and Courtney Richardson (vocals), joined by friend and bandmate Alan Lydiard (drums). Courtney is Ron’s youngest daughter; they only discovered playing music together in 2024. They have a distinctive love for sharing powerful ballads, harmonies, and songs with a great story. They will play a selection of covers, from Sarah McLachlan, to Elton John, to 10,000 Maniacs, and The Cranberries. They are so excited to share their love of music with Sacred Grounds.
September 5, 2026 – Danny Smith
Danny has been a favorite at Sacred Grounds since his first appearance with Trilogy – he has had music ministry experience in the local church areas of choir, soloist, and praise and worship leader. He was in a solo ministry before forming Trilogy, a contemporary Christian vocal trio, and is now returning to solo ministry. His talent as a songwriter won him a finalist position in the nation Kentucky Fried Chicken Songwriting Contest in 1983. God began giving Danny lyrics for Christian songs in 1999. Five of those songs are on the Trilogy CD “Hungry World” and another all-original music project, “I Surrender”, was released in September 2005. Danny has performed with national Christian singer, Alan Asbury and wrote the lyrics for 2 songs with music director Ivan Hampton Jr. who was the drummer for Luther Vandross for 17 years. Danny desires his gifts to be used to bless the body of Christ and reach the lost. Danny’s first set is primarily oldies such as My Girl, Only You, Lady and a bunch of other favorites. The 2nd set is primarily Contemporary Christian, both from his previous CDs and other cover songs.
September 12, 2026 – Robert Buxton
Robert Buxton will play his 14th appearance at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse as solo piano recital. He will play Classical music, Jazz arrangements, and Southern Gospel music. Robert has his doctorate in music from North Texas State and is a gifted pianist. After 4 years as St. Paul UMC’s pianist, he taught piano at UNC and East Carolina and currently plays multiple concerts per week throughout North Carolina. He is an awesome pianist….
September 19, 2026 – Bett Padgett
“Bett Padgett is an award-winning songwriter and a true “edutainer,” fusing history and music to tell stories with wit, heart, and unapologetic honesty. Renowned for her distinctive guitar techniques, unconventional tunings and use of capos, she defies categorization, transitioning between instruments such as the claw-hammer banjo, guitars, mandolin, piano, and harp. Her musical style draws inspiration from Celtic, Old-time, New Age, Folk, and rock genres, resulting in a unique sound. Her last three albums garnered spots #4, 6 and 11 on the Folk Alliance International’s Folk Music DJ charts. Bett has taught music in Raleigh since 1978, most notedly at NCSU and hosted the former Little Lake Hill House Concert Series for 18 years. She enjoys engaging with the audience, so be prepared to sing along.” bettpadgett.com.
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