Doors 6pm // Show 7pm
Presale $5 // Door $10
Join us in celebrating four Rising Stars gracing the Zony Mash stage in a fantastic capstone showcase --- Introducing our stars!
Zoe Freeman is a songwriter from Seattle, Washington. She has been writing since she was a child, always holding a passion for lyricism. The music she has released consists of an album of songs she wrote in her early high school years, and an EP recorded during her first year spent in New Orleans. Accompanying herself on the guitar, she draws on raw memories and dives into imagined worlds in her songs. With influences like Mazzy Star and Brandi Carlile, she loves to storytell through intimate and atmospheric music that reaches the melancholic part of us all.
Matilda Knight, a singer and music enthusiast hailing from the soulful streets of New Orleans, Louisiana, is a dynamic force in the industry. Surrounded by a diverse musical landscape from an early age, Matilda honed her craft at Loyola University of New Orleans, specializing in Popular and Commercial Music Industry Studies. Beyond perfecting her vocal skills, she delved into the intricacies of the music business, learning the collaborative art of working with musicians, booking venues, and managing artist revenue. With a profound passion for K-Pop, Matilda aims to enhance the relationship between the Korean and American music industries, particularly in the realms of touring and international artist marketing. Matilda Knight's performances seamlessly weave the soulful essence of New Orleans with global influences, offering audiences a unique and captivating musical experience that transcends boundaries.
A Multi-Talented Free Spirit. Thea Aksland is a singer, songwriter, pianist, and producer whose music has captured the hearts of fans around the world. With a relentless drive to create, Thea Aksland has been continuously writing and recording new singles, showcasing her creativity and passion for music. Since her emergence on the scene in 2020, she has been earning the admiration and affection of fans worldwide, who look up to her as both an inspiration and a role model.
Beyond her success as a musician, Thea is also committed to breaking down barriers and inspiring future generations of artists. As a pianist and producer, Thea brings a unique perspective to her music, creating rich, layered soundscapes that are both captivating and emotional. With each new release, she continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in music, cementing her place as one of the most exciting and innovative artists of her generation.
Mervin Redmond Jr is a drummer, keyboardist and music director from San Francisco, California. He started playing the drums at the age of 5 years old. His musical journey would allow him to see many opportunities in his early musical career. In 2018, he earned his first selection into the San Francisco All City High School Band. In 2019, he would help lead his high school band to a second place award at the World Strides OnStage Competition in San Diego.
In 2020, he would end his high school journey and continue his musical journey in New Orleans at Loyola University. Since the beginning of his time in New Orleans, he has worked with many artists; one being Grammy nominated artist, Tarriona Tank Bell, from Tank and the Bangas. At the moment, he is a semester away from graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Popular and Commercial Music.
Passionate would be an understatement to describe Redmond. He aspires to do great things in the music industry. With his work ethic and his passion, the sky is the limit.