John Smith, Ollella @ BALLARD HOMESTEAD

ABBEY ARTS, SEATTLE:Live music, arts & community around Seattle & beyondFremont Abbey | Ballard Homestead | South Park Hall |  St Mark's Capitol Hill |Washington Hall Central District | Woodlawn Hall Greenlake |The Auditorium UDistrict | White Lotus Farm  & moreIndependent nonprofit, non-religious, all ages/incomes.About Abbey Arts Events﻿Our Mission (Nonprofit 501c3, Since 2005)Respect & Equity PolicyInfo:Refunds may be available per individual event settings via Eventbrite. No refunds due to support act changes.The views and opinions expressed at events are those of the artists and performers and do not necessarily reflect Abbey Arts.Entry requirements are subject to change. By purchasing tickets to this event you agree to abide by entry requirements in effect at the time of the event. Check the venue website leading up to your event for the latest protocols.

Abbey Arts Presents

Ballard Homestead

<h2>John Smith</h2><h3>Ollella</h3>--------------------------------------------------See Updated Public Health Safety Info at the bottom of this page under Abbey Arts Presents. All Abbey Arts venues adhere to WA State &amp; King County health guidelines. Thanks for helping keep our community safe!--------------------------------------------------JOHN SMITH:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/thejohnsmith" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> FACEBOOK</a> | <a href="https://www.johnsmithjohnsmith.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">WEBSITE</a>‘There’s a comforting sway to the album’s melodic folk-pop, built on Smith’s subtle guitar work…12 tunes of resilience, devotion and hope, with determination in the lyrics and buoyancy in the music.’ – ASSOCIATED PRESS‘An album of searing honesty and lithe beauty whose songs amplify the emotions and experiences of so many of us this year—the reassessed relationships, the self-reflection, and the ultimate search for hope.’ – THE BLUEGRASS SITUATION‘Aching, doggedly optimistic and gently spangled with hooks’ – MOJOThe Fray is Smith’s sixth studio album, written and recorded in a universally difficult 2020, and his vulnerability throughout is offered to his listeners, unadorned. “It’s been a hell of a year, but I feel I’ve created my most honest work as a result, and as a necessity. A lot of these songs are about accepting that life is hard, but just holding on and trying to enjoy it anyway.” Smith’s stubborn optimism in tough circumstances shines through on the title track, in which he sings “Holding onto hope / I don’t need a decent reason / Yes and though it disappears sometimes / It returns with every season”.Smith co-produced The Fray with long-time friend and producer Sam Lakeman. They recorded at Peter Gabriel’s Real World Studio, with pianist Jason Rebello (Sting, John Mayer), bass player Ben Nicholls (Seth Lakeman, Nadine Shah), Drummer Jay Sikora (Paolo Nutini) and Jessica Staveley-Taylor of The Staves. The album is a true reflection of the times, with American collaborators Sarah Jarosz, Courtney Hartman, The Milk Carton Kids and Bill Frisell recording remotely and sending contributions over international borders. John’s frequent touring partner Lisa Hannigan contributed via a virtual studio session in Dublin.OLLELLA : <a href="https://ollellamusic.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="https://ollellamusic.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">WEBSITE</a><a href="https://www.beasleydotcom.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="https://jessrenecreative.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a>Ollella’s career as a musician started early, when she sang before she could talk. Trained as a classical cellist since the age of nine, she blends her technical background with authoritative vocals, live-looping, and improvisation. Pulling on inspiration from female powerhouses such as Florence + the Machine, Fiona Apple, and Lorde, she works to blend the acoustic with the contemporary, folk with pop, tenacity with softness. Her playing has been featured in films screened at Film Festivals such as Sundance and Aspen Film Fest; on recordings with others, including Grammy-winning artist Peter Kater; and has shared stages with popular Americana acts such as the Shook Twins and Rising Appalachia.<h2>@ Ballard Homestead</h2><h2>7:30p show, 7p doors</h2>All ages, seatedMORE EVENT INFO:- Seating is not reserved unless noted in ticket price options.  - We have a mix of padded chairs and benches available.- We are an all ages venue. - Attendees are welcome to bring quiet, not too smelly food unless noted.- Please refrain from talking or texting during the show.- Please enter quietly if the show has already begun. - Please leave quietly, it&#x27;s a very quiet neighborhood.- Kids 10 &amp; under are free at Abbey Arts concerts &amp; arts events unless noted.- For ADA information at Ballard Homestead, please see www.ballardhomestead.org/rent or email arts(at)fremontabbey.org  There is a ramp around back on the south side of the Homestead for wheelchair access. Fremont Abbey is ADA accessible on both levels.ABBEY ARTS, SEATTLE | NONPROFIT 501C3, NON-RELIGIOUS, EST. 2005Presenting welcoming music, arts &amp; cultural experiences for people of all ages &amp; incomes.We support low income families, veterans, and humanitarian nonprofit workers with free event tickets. http://www.fremontabbey.org/artsconnect  Venue rental info &amp; more: http://www.fremontabbey.org/rent Concert &amp; events calendar: http://www.abbeyarts.me Home Venue: Fremont Abbey, 4272 Fremont Ave North, Seattle, WA 98103 / 206-414-8325 Ballard Homestead: 6541 Jones Ave NW, SeattleAll ticket sales are final unless noted per refund policies on each show.

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