Rachel Ellis (@curlycutieray) is new to singer-songwriting. For the past year, in her cozy apartment in Alexandria, she’s delved into the world of storytelling through music. Her current project, yet to be released, is one that expresses themes of love, loss, and self actualization during bouts of transition and change through ethereal, confessional lyricism. She’s excited to be playing all of her originals for a live audience for the first time at Temperance Alley Garden!

Mar Rose (@marbloomingrose) is a singer/songwriter born and raised in the DMV.  Mar began songwriting in their early years.  They were encouraged by their musical family to learn guitar in order to accompany their original vocal melodies.  Influenced by classic rock, folk rock, grunge, reggae, and punk, Mar established in their middle and high school years a diverse repertoire, and a sound of their own was beginning to emerge.  By the end of college, Mar had experience performing in multiple bands, duets, a cappella ensembles, and as a solo artist.  Mar continues to perform throughout the DC and Baltimore region.  

Mar has released music under "Mar Rose", their solo act, as well as with their former band, "The Feelz," and under, "Blooming Rose," an experimental self-produced project.  Mar released their first studio album in 2022, titled, "Humble Heart" and is currently working on a new record.

Join the Garden plants and critters for an evening of home-grown music! Somewhere between a house show and barnyard jam. While tipping is encouraged, the event is free and open to all. Bring a blanket to sit on and snacks to share :)

produced by Stephen