Tara Ozalp

• Singer/Songwriter

Tara Ozalp is a young and talented singer and songwriter who began writing songs at the age of 7. Her passion for music and storytelling has led her to create captivating melodies and heartfelt lyrics that resonate with audiences. Through her music, she shares her unique perspective on life and love, captivating listeners with her soulful voice and emotional depth.

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The Lion Sisters

The Lion Sisters are a sibling duo from New Hampshire whose music is defined by the natural synchronicity that comes from growing up and creating together. With Josi on fiddle and vocals, and Lily on guitar and vocals, their tight harmonies and effortless onstage connection form the core of their sound and set them apart in the modern acoustic landscape.

Their music blends folk and bluegrass with Irish fiddle, vintage country, and subtle pop and rock influences, creating a style that feels both rooted and refreshingly original. Rather than fitting into a single genre, The Lion Sisters have shaped a musical identity that is distinctly their own—warm, melodic, and contemporary while honoring traditional acoustic foundations. Their debut EP, released in January 2025, consists of six original songs recorded by Nashville music producer Jim Prendergast.

Raised on a small family farm surrounded by animals and open fields, the sisters draw inspiration from the natural world and their rural upbringing. The farm remains an authentic backdrop to their creative life, adding depth to their songwriting and visual storytelling.

This past year, they performed throughout New England, at festivals such as Ossipee Valley Music Festival and Joe Val Bluegrass Festival as well as numerous concert series and coffeehouses. Supported by a close-knit family team, they bring professionalism, authenticity, and a clear artistic vision to every stage.

With their signature sister harmonies and genre-blending sound, The Lion Sisters continue to emerge as a notable new voice in today’s folk and acoustic music scene.

Melanie MacLaren

• Americana
• Folk
• Singer/Songwriter

Melanie MacLaren has quickly established herself in the folk and Americana scene with her unique ability to blend poetic lyricism and a tongue-in-cheek sensibility with timeless folk style. Melanie’s “haunting yet humorous” songs, distinctive finger-style guitar and soul-string vocals have won over live audiences nationally and internationally since 2022. Her ability to effortlessly weave past and present threads of the folk tradition without sacrificing any sense of individuality and contemporary relevance make her an undeniable artist to watch.

Abigail Rose

• Folk Rock

Abigail Rose is a Nashville indie folk-rock artist known for vivid storytelling and a voice The New York Times called “a slightly folk-y Stevie Nicks.” Blending folk roots with indie and modern-pop instincts, she writes songs that feel intimate but built to fill a room. Her debut album, Paisley, arrives September 24, 2026.

Nine Athens Music

Since 2012, Nine Athens Music has provided resources to the musicians, venues and events which make up the New England music scene. We work alongside artists, providing free services aimed at helping them develop their careers and facilitate the creative process through better branding, networking, and financial support for their projects. Through our partnership with Club Passim, Nine Athens Music strives to bring undiscovered Folk music directly to the fans who want to hear it most.

Chuck Honnet is the founder of Nine Athens Music, dedicated to the discovery, encouragement and support of local musicians, venues and events – all focused on his love of Folk, Americana/Roots, bluegrass, and celtic music.