Friday Night Open Mike - Goldfish Tea Room
Every Friday - 8:00-11:00pm - sign up 6:00pm (248) 541-5252
THE VENUE: Goldfish Tea Room hand picks the best teas, cultivated by skilled artisans in China, and served exclusively to you in a state of the art cafe. Free wi-fi, also serves coffee, sandwiches, and salads.
Kent Koller continues his award winning, weekly open mike. Kent employs a "Listening Room" atmosphere, which allows the truest form of respect for every level of artist. Come on out and feel respected! Artists: sign-up @ 6:00pm (248) 541-5252
DIRECTIONS
Kent Koller, Emilio Basa, Blair, and J
Saturday July 17th, 2010 - 8:00-11:00pm - $donation
THE VENUE: Goldfish Tea Room hand picks the best teas, cultivated by skilled artisans in China, and served exclusively to you in a state of the art, comfy cafe. Free wi-fi, also serves coffee, sandwiches, and salads.
One of the best collections of singer-songwriters assembled (except that Kent weirdo).
Get there early...seating will be extremely limited!!
DIRECTIONS
Songwriter Legends Tour
Saturday June 19th, 2010 - 8:30pm - $ donation
THE VENUE: Crazy Wisdom Bookstore and Tea House is one of the most highly regarded listening room venues in Michigan. Acoustic musicians from around the country have played at this cozy venue.
There is only one stop in this national tour, so don't miss it!
Kent Koller will be playing an all-acoustic set at this event. The setting is second to none, but be sure to be there early because space is limited. Same with Kent's brain...limited space.
Other acts include Steve Kovich, "The Fingerstyle Maestro" and legend within the metro-Detroit songwriter scene.
DIRECTIONS
"Voices" Album Premiere
Saturday, June 12th, 2010
THE VENUE: Goldfish Tea, home of Kent's weekly Friday Night Open Mike. A truly superior venue because of proper management/ownership and high quality teas, coffee, and assorted foods. The ambiance is truly "Royal Oak", with all the decor being of the highest quality and character. A family friendly environment.
THE WAIT IS OVER!!! After a few delays, Kent if finally premiering his new album, "Voices". Who knows how many albums Kent will create before he retires , so do you really want to miss this show?!
Come see why Kent Koller is often regarded as a cross between Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise, but much, much sexier. All-nude show. $10.00 suggested donation (cheap!) w/ free CD
DIRECTIONS
Vernors Room at the Crofoot
Friday May 14th, 2010 - 9:30pm - $5.00
THE VENUE: The Vernors Room is a side bar to the bigger complex called The Crofoot. The Crofoot is a multitude of rooms/venues, so this is definitely a cool place to hang out. It's one of the few bright spots in downtown Pontiac, Michigan. The atmosphere is second to none for city-vibe feel.
DIRECTIONSKent Koller will be playing with his electric trio.
Also playing: Jahi (acoustic blues), and Michele Whitlow (singer-songwriter acoustic)
Club Bart - Ferndale, Michigan
Sunday March 28, 2010 -- 9:30pm -- $5.00
THE VENUE: Club Bart sits along Woodward, just South of 9 Mile. Great food and drinks at great prices, and a very cool stage which sits behind the bar. Nice mood...not over classy, but I get the feeling I'm at a club.
Kent Koller is un-officially debuting his new electric trio. Drums, Bass, and Electric Guitar. Clothing is optional.
Also playing: The Mourning Voices (
myspace.com/themourningvoices)
DIRECTIONS
The New Way Bar -- Ferndale, Michigan
Saturday April 10th, 2010 -- 9:30pm -- $5.00
THE VENUE: The New Way Bar is always rocking it out with great local bands. Great drink prices and a pool table. New Way Bar will show you a New Way in life.
Kent Koller is officially debuting his new full-band trio. It consists of Eric Van Buren on bass, and John McComb on percussion. More bluesy and dynamic than ever before. And Kent now stuffs his pants in honor of the 80's.
Also Performing: Widetrack, Calling Marvin
DIRECTIONS
The Yoga Shelter - 5th Anniversary
Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 -- 9:00pm
THE VENUE: The celebration for the 5th anniversary of the Yoga Shelter! If you're into yoga and good music...this is the event for you.
Performers include Jeff Tessler, Jamie McCarthy, Kent Koller, and others TBA.
DIRECTIONS
Memphis Smoke - John D. Lamb's Acoustic Showcase
Sunday, October 25th, 2009 - 8:30pm - $free
THE VENUE: Memphis Smoke (in downtown Royal Oak) is one of Detroit's hottest venues for quality musicians. They have a great ion of beer, soul food, and a generally classy aura.
Kent will be playing acoustically in a round-robin, open-mike style performance with at least 4 other singer/songwriters.
John D. Lamb hosts his Acoustic Showcase every last Sunday of each month. He hand picks only the best singer/songwriters for each showcase.
DIRECTIONS
Trixies Coffee House
Saturday, September 19th, 2009 -- 8:30pm -- $donation
THE VENUE: Trixies Coffee House in Roseville, Michigan. This place is one of the best venue- coffee houses in Metro-Detroit.
Kent will be playing solo-acoustic. Also playing is Lisa Hurt, and Rob Hayes.
DIRECTIONS
Gala Bistro
Sunday September 13th, 2009 -- 6:30pm -- $5
THE VENUE: The Gala Bistro is a sensual and cultural experience, with fine cuisine, and relaxed atmosphere. Kent Koller will be playing acoustically. Also playing Sean Z, and D.L.the Harmonica Man.
DIRECTIONS
Bean & Leaf Cafe
Saturday August 8th, 2009 -- 8:00pm -- donations accepted (cheap!)
THE VENUE: Bean & Leaf Cafe is in metro-Detroits hottest downtown, Royal Oak.
The people watching alone is worth the trip. And sometimes Kent's music is good too.
Playing with Steve Kovich and TBA guest.
DIRECTIONS
Trixies--suprise show!
Friday April 17th, 2009--9pm--donations accepted
THE VENUE: Trixies Coffee House in Roseville, Michigan. This place is one of the best venue- coffee houses in Metro-Detroit. They also feature a long running, high calibur open mike every Tuesday, which Kent often attends.
Only 2 days warning on this one!
Kent will be playing acoustically, with another performer TBA.
DIRECTIONS
Trixies Coffee House
Saturday June 20th, 2009--9pm--$donations accepted
THE VENUE: One of metro-Detroit’s finest coffee houses. Perhaps an endangered
animal among atmospheric, privately-owned caffeine and nicotine havens.
They also host an excellent open mike every Tuesday from 10pm-1am.
Kent is playing acoustically. Also playing are Julie Nager and one other performer TBA.
DIRECTIONS
The Factory
Saturday July 11th, 2009--9pm--$5
THE VENUE: It's possibly the smallest venue in Metro-Detroit. Think of "punk" and then think of a small venue...kinda like that. So intimacy won't be a problem.
Kent Koller will be with his 3-piece band! Also playing are Manolete and Lightning Love.
DIRECTIONS
Bean & Leaf Cafe
Friday May 22nd, 2009--7:30pm--$donations accepted
THE VENUE: Since the closing of Starbucks in downtown Rochester Hills, Bean & Leaf Cafe have taken up residence in the same awesome location. This is the cafe's first musical performance...so let's make it a good one. Come on down and show them how many people care about good, original, local music.
Kent will be playing acoustically. Also playing is Sean Z, and Jenny Cummings.
DIRECTIONS
Trixies Coffee House
Saturday March 28th, 2009 -- 9:30pm -- $donation
THE VENUE: Trixies Coffee House in Roseville, Michigan. This place is one of the best venue- coffee houses in Metro-Detroit. They also feature a long running, high calibur open mike every Tuesday, which Kent often attends.
Kent will be playing acoustically. Also playing is Rob Hayes and special guest TBA. Rob Hayes is as good as it gets when it comes to melodic, heartfelt songwriting.
DIRECTIONS
New Way Bar
Friday, March 6th, 2009 -- doors 8:30pm -- $5.00 (which the band collects)
THE VENUE: New Way Bar is on the north side of downtown Ferndale. They have reasonably priced drinks, a good sound system, a pool table, and there will also be lots of nudity.
Kent will be having his second show in a row with The Hunchies, Jason Waggener, and Widetrack. If you missed the Hayloft show, then you won't want to miss this one! Limited seating available!
DIRECTIONS
A.J.'s Cafe
Friday, February 7th, 2009--8:30pm
THE VENUE: A.J.'s Cafe in downtown Ferndale, Michigan. One of the finest venue coffee houses in Michigan. Great food and superb atmosphere.
Kent will be playing with his full 3-piece band. Also playing is Bobby Pennock and his 4-piece band. DON'T MISS THIS SHOW! T-shirts and CD's will be available. Kent will be on hand after the show to sign autographs and breasts.
DIRECTIONS
The Hayloft
Friday, January 30th, 2009 -- 9:00pm
THE VENUE: The Hayloft in downtown Mt. Clemens, Michigan. A nice big stage, and two cool bars, pool tables, the works.
Kent will be opening acoustically for The Hunchies, Jason Waggener, and Widetrack. So from acoustic to singer-songwriter electric, to rock all in one fantastic night. Bring your own ladies.
DIRECTIONS
Bassakward at Karen Joy Theatre
December 13th, 2008 -- 7pm
THE VENUE: The Karen Joy Theatre
COST: $5
DIRECTIONSOther performers include Emily Rose, and Raven Cowboy
Memphis Smoke -- Full Band
September 13th, 2008 --- 10pm
THE VENUE: At Memphis Smoke in downtown Royal Oak, Michigan
COST: Free
DIRECTIONS
Kent is playing a short set with his full band. The Blues Society is hosting and headlining the rest of the night.
The Moon
January, 1 2010 at THE MOON (yes, Earth’s moon)
1 Moon St., Artemis Crater
Cost : don’t know yet
Full Band, playing on the moon. Playing with ABSINTHE AVA (see top friends) B.Y.O.O (bring your own oxygen)
"Kent Koller" and "Sean Z" CD Release!!
August, 16 2008 at A.J.'s Cafe
240 W. Nine Mile, Ferndale, Michigan 48220
Cost : $5
KENT KOLLER full band debut CD release show! Sean Z is also releasing his album the same night! Kent will play the entire album, plus new material. Tickets are $5. You can buy them at AJ’s Cafe(formerly Xhedos) starting May 22nd. Tickets will be $8 at the door. All-nude show.