JULY 26 @ 6:30PM | DOORS 5:30PM | UPSTAIRS

Scorching rock & Americana from a band that is absolutely electrifying live.

Kind Hearted Strangers

is an evolving cast of musicians led by singer/songwriter Marc Townes. Tracing its origins to the foothills of Colorado, 2025 finds the band creating and touring out of Nashville, TN. As the name implies, the project acts as the primary vessel for Townes’ artistic endeavors, as he has been joined by a variety of musicians for each album cycle. With a foundation built on well crafted songs, KHS has evolved into a dynamic live band capable of bridging the gap between all out rock n’ roll and harmony-driven acoustic roots.

The band’s latest LP entitled “Now.here” features a collaboration with visual artist/painter Dylan Lynch. This immersive project found the group working in a shared Richmond, VA warehouse space for 5 days. With no prepared material, the artists intentionally put pressure on themselves to create and deliver a Live Concert & Art Exhibition at the end of the week. The resulting album contains brand new material that was recorded live with the same raw energy and passion KHS has been delivering across the country during their busiest era of touring to date.

The Rollin’ Rust

is a folk rock group based out of the foothills of Central New York. Led by singer-songwriter James VanDeuson, The Rollin’ Rust celebrates the distinguished writing style of a vagabond folk artist, incorporating elements of blues, bluegrass, roots, folk and country. Rollin’ Rust tunes have a distinct originality to them; they’ll be dropping you off somewhere between your favorite Willie Nelson song and the closet where your mother’s rock-n-roll collection still lives… the one she thought she got rid of years ago. James is joined by his bandmates Jim Hearn (lead guitarist) Kyle Dennis, (drums/vocals), and Nash Robb, (upright/elec. bass and vocals)

The Rollin Rust formed in 2021 and has since made its musical mark with efficiency, performing at several notable music festivals including, Borderland Music Festival, the Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival of Music and Dance, Great Blue Heron Music Festival, Stony Fork Music Festival, Seedstock Music Festival, Brew York, Sterling Stage, Fall Down Music Festival, and many others. The group has traveled to 25+ states, sharing lineups with CAAMP, Watchhouse (previously Mandolin Orange), The Black Crowes, Sam Bush, The Wood Brothers, Dark Star Orchestra, Ryan Montbleau, Marcus King, Cabinet, Fireside Collective, Houndmouth, Sierra Hull and more. The Rollin’ Rust has directly supported Grammy winner Brandy Clark, Donna The Buffalo, Ryan Montbleau Band, Driftwood, Pressing Strings, Argonaut & Wasp, and Hunter Root. 

In 2024, The Rollin’ Rust competed against 70+ bands for a main stage slot at the prestigious Borderland Music Festival, winning the “Battle Of The Borderland,” competition. 

The Rollin’ Rust’s debut album, “Road Rats,” was nominated for Best Americana Album at the SAMMY Awards in Syracuse, NY.

​The Rollin’ Rust tells the noble tale of a rambling group of young dreamers, unafraid to live out of vans, buses, and hotel rooms. Their polished performance, unmistakable comradery, and colorful lyricism tends to leave its mark on an audience… wherever they happen to end up for the night.​  

Coyote Smoke

 is a dynamic six-piece band hailing from New Hampshire, seamlessly blending the rich influences of blues rock, indie, Americana, and outlaw country tunes to forge a distinct and powerful sound.

Inspired by artists such as Chris Stapleton, Sierra Ferrell, Nathaniel Rateliff, Shakey Graves, and Red Clay Strays, the band delivers a raw, soulful, and electrifying musical experience.

Fronted by the captivating vocals of Gabbi Toribio and Jordan Cowley, Coyote Smoke is driven by the artistry of Tyler Kimball on guitar, Jeff Hayes on keys, Ann Kimball on drums, and Joe Richard on bass. Together, they craft an immersive and electrifying soundscape, that bridges the grit of outlaw with the soul of blues rock, delivering an experience that resonates with music lovers from all walks of life.

Welcome to the Button Factory Stage – a cozy, intimate nonprofit performance space located in the WSCA studio.

As a hub for the thriving local music community and touring artists, the Button Factory provides fans and artists of all genres the chance to connect in an inclusive, all-ages listening space.