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Hillbilly Haiku House Concerts grew out of a wish to open our home to friends who enjoy live music as much as we do. We don't profit financially, its actually a fairly expensive hobby, worth every penny. We extend online invitations to our upcoming concerts to everyone on our mailing list. Please email hillbillyhaiku(at)gmail.com to be added to our list.

We've Been Honored to Host So Far:
*Gove Scrivenor
*Doug Lang, Steve and Jubal Lee Young
*Bob Sima with Rob Thorworth
*Joey Allcorn
*Cindy Finkle and Tanya Savory
*James Talley
*Krista Detor with David Weber
*Kim Beggs with Mark Robinson, Linda McRae, Barbara Lamb
*Malcolm Holcombe, Richard Stooksbury
*David Celia
*Ben & Kari Bedford
*Gurf Morlix, Nathan Bell
*Doug Lang with Jonmark Stone, Krista Detor
*Nathan Bell, Angaleena Presley
*Otis Gibbs
*Linda McRae with Cole and Adam Bruce
*Jay Clark with Cruz Contreras
*Diana Jones, Peter Cooper
*Grayson Capps, Chelle Rose w/Tim Carroll
*Keith Sykes
*Ed Snodderly
*Blake Thomas with Josh Harty
*Eric Taylor
*Larry Jon Wilson
*Blue Mother Tupelo
*Three Penny Acre
*Hayward Williams with Louise Mosrie
*Jon Byrd
*Buddy Tabor
*Verlon Thompson
*Jonathan Byrd with Corin Raymond 

This is the way we want to hear the music we love. This is how we want to give back to the artists who give us so much joy with their music. This is how we want to spend an evening with friends and fellow music lovers at least once a month.

Hillbilly Haiku is our own personal statement to music 'for the sake of the song' and not as background noise for socializing. Listening is our weapon of choice and you are all invited to join the revolution!
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HILLBILLY HAIKU HOUSE RULZ:
1. Reservations required. Just shoot us an email at hillbillyhaiku(at)gmail.com Once your reservation is accepted, we need you to show up. No-shows without giving notice will quickly get you taken off our invite list. The artist's livelihood is the matter at hand here, and we take that seriously.
2. If yer talkin' (during the performance) yer walkin' (out the door). We reserve the right to toss you if you are disruptive.
3. Smoking of any ilk beyond guitar strings is outdoors only.
4. Don't drink and drive. It ain't cool and we need you fit and free to return next month. The nearby highway is a favorite spot for DWI checkpoints, you have been warned.
5. Talking to the musicians is not only allowed, it's encouraged. However, don't feed the dogs. :-)
6. Dress casual. We share our home with 2 dogs and a cat who in turn share freely of their beautiful coats.
7. Those with pet allergies, see 6, act accordingly.

Please note: "Hillbilly Haiku House Concerts" is simply the name we choose to describe our private parties, in our private home. These parties are NOT a business nor are they a business related activity. They are strictly a hobby for us, and are simply gatherings of our friends and guests to enjoy live acoustic music, fellowship, food (a potluck dessert buffet) and fun. Our concert parties are officially free (or else it might be considered a business), although voluntary contributions are expected and accepted at the party on behalf of the artists. 100% of all contributions go directly to the performers. By invitation only.
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INFORMATION FOR MUSICIANS

* We book Roots/Americana artists. That's pretty vague, huh? We love Folk, Blues, Soul, Bluegrass - preferably some concoction of all the above. Singer Songwriters with something to say - artists of conscience.

* We host about once a month, skipping December. We are still building our audience base so we favor artists can help fill the house with their local contacts.

* We have a professional soundman, Ramcey Rodriguez, and excellent sound equipment. We pride ourselves in supplying whatever the artist needs to sound their best. Ramcey has worked with artists such as Tom Russell, Fred Eaglesmith, Mary Gauthier, Nanci Griffith and many others. He will put his all into providing superior sound, and gratefully accepts CDs in way of thanks. *IF* the artist agrees, we record our shows from the sound board. The resulting recording is for our memories only, not to be distributed. The artist will have free use of the show recording.

* We have a long wishlist of favorite artists we hope to book. And without exaggeration, about 3 years worth of potential bookings already, musicians who have expressed interest. But we love to discover new artists that blow us away. I will review your EPK and website. If you are playing in the Nashville area, by all means let us know. A live listen can be a deal maker in a hurry. With these facts in mind, we are always open to hearing from musicians. If we are booked up or I don't think your music is a good fit for Hillbilly Haiku, I'll be up front and wish you all the best. If we enjoy your music, and you are willing to be patient and flexible, chances are we will see you in our living room at some point.

* We strongly encourage merch sales for our artists, providing attractive displays and personal testimony to your music. Please bring your CDs and be willing to sign them for our guests.

* We only host on Saturday evening or Sunday afternoon. Our day jobs do not allow for weekday bookings.

* We have a guestroom and bath for the use of our artists if they wish to stay overnight. You must be cat and dog tolerant because we share our home with three furkids. We are happy to accommodate food and beverage requests/restrictions so your visit to Hillbilly Haiku is as enjoyable as possible. We find it highly rewarding to give back to the artists whose music so enriches our lives.

* Unfortunately, we are not in the position to be able to offer guarantees. What we do guarantee is our best effort to fill the house, and an evening of great hospitality from music lovers who LISTEN and revere what you do.

* We don't sign contracts. We are not a business. While we understand the need for contracts when working with performance venues, we respectfully submit that we are not those. We do this strictly for the love of good music, and if my word by email is not sufficient, chances are Hillbilly Haiku is not a good fit for you. We welcome you to refer to our past performer list and elicit a personal reference from any of them.