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The High Crest
Kenny Stratton
Ritual Cafe Music
Indie music has graced our stage for 7 years and we have been blessed by artists like Ellis, Coyote Grace, Martine Locke and Bitch, just to name a few. Local and touring musicians, beat poets and performance theatre artists are all welcome. 

Please "Contact Us" button to inquire about performing on the Ritual stage.
This talented singer songwriter has been on the road for almost a year promoting her album, Indigo. Click her picture above to hear her amazing voice. 

Friday, May 24th - 7 to 9 pm
Singer songwriter from Nebraska, singing songs from the heart. He says all of his music is inspired by one phrase, "Love is my reason". 
Friday, May 17th - 7 to 9pm
Lem Genovese
Distinctive, creative and unique, he melds generations and bends time with his lyrics and guitar playing. A must see for all guitar enthusiasts. 
Friday, June 7th -  7 to 9pm
Shantel Leitner
​Rand is back with his songs of life's challenges. Thoughtful and intuitive, this singer sounds like Billy Joel and The Boss with a touch of Stevie Nicks. 
Saturday, May 18th - 7 to 9 pm
Local favorites return to Ritual to promote their new debut album, The High Crest. Their melodies and haromonies are soulful, with a throwback feel. 
Saturday, May 25th 7 to 9pm
"Listening to music at the Ritual is like being in my living room...only better. "

~ anonymous customer
Ritual's Past Life Regressions...
So many artists have blessed our stage. Here are many of them. If you once graced the stage at Ritual and would like to be featured here, please use the "Contact Us" button above. 
Ellis
Coyote Grace
Martine Locke
Kelly Jo Phelps
Mary McAdams
Leslie Hall
Eric Himan
Rosie Burgess Trio
​Rae & the Honeybees
Tubabu
BeJae Flemming
LoJo Russo
James Biehn
Namoli Brennet
Bitch
Nervous But Exicited
Thankful Dirt
Magic Mama
Strange Byrds
Random Hubiak
Women Writers in the Round
Women songwriters meet up at Ritual to share original songs. 




Friday, June 21st 7 pm to 9 pm   
!!!!!!Save the Date!!!!!!! 

Special Show!!! 

Lovers

Wed., June 26th 7-9pm