Ferndale Native Jill Jack to Host Acoustic Music Showcase Tonight

Dino's Lounge is inviting aspiring singers/songwriters, professionals and those who just want to have some fun to join in its new songwriter and musician showcases every Tuesday evening.

Ferndale native Jill Jack, a 33-time Detroit Music award winner and 20-year veteran of songwriting and performing, will host on Tuesday, April 2. The event starts at 9 p.m.

Chris Brantley is the guitarist and background vocalist with Mitch Ryder. He has played with Alto Reed, Mark Farner, Dave Mason and more and plays a wide range of styles, including Rock, Blues, Jazz, Country, and Folk.

Both Jill Jack and Brantley are key players in the Detroit music scene, according to Dino's.

“Musicians/songwriters need a place to try out their material, hone their craft, learn to work the audience, all in a welcoming environment,” Jill Jack said in a recent press release. "The audience will be entertained by the variety of music they will experience. They may learn a thing or two about the process of songwriting as people are always intrigued about how a song is actually brought to fruition."

Ferndale is known for its artistic expression, and Dino’s is no different, said Dino's owner Dean Bach.

“Detroit isn't just known for building cars," Bach said in the release. “Motown is music and we build entertainment. There aren't enough places to showcase musical talent and we want to give that talent a home here at Dino's.”

For more information or to sign up, see here.