NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Taylor Borton, a Hubbard, Ohio, native and Nashville-based country singer and songwriter, has released a new single, “Between You and Me.”
The song was written by Borton, Karree Phillips and Mary Zalla. It was recorded and produced at WarnerWorks in Old Hickory. Leaning into the traditional country and Americana styles, it captures the quiet moments between romance and heartbreak.
Influenced by artists such as John Prine, Loretta Lynn, Brandy Clark and Lori McKenna, Borton brings a classic songwriting approach into a modern context. She’s often described as an “old soul” with a youthful, charismatic spirit.
Borton moved to Nashville in 2019 to pursue a music career. She graduated from The Blackbird Academy with a degree in audio engineering.
She has already released an EP, “Lyrics In My Head,” and several singles, including “Glove Box Lighter,” “My Opry” and “Lovin’ When It’s Leavin’.”
Her new song is the first of several she will release.
Rock Hall Celebrates Springsteen Before Concert
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will celebrate Bruce Springsteen Fan Day on Friday, May 22, ahead of the Bruce Springsteen & E Street concert at Rocket Arena that evening. Stop by the Rock Hall ahead of the concert for a day full of activations celebrating Springsteen, including:
- Artifact spotlights: Explore Springsteen artifacts located in the 1984 exhibit and the Legends exhibit.
- Trivia contest: Test your Springsteen music knowledge at the Rock and Roll Game Show trivia contest; prizes will be awarded to winners.
- Educational presentations: “Album Spotlight: Born to Run.”
- Jam out in the garage: Sing and play your favorite Springsteen songs with the Rock Hall House Band.
- From the vault: Watch highlights from Springsteen’s appearances at past Rock Hall induction ceremonies, including his own induction.
- Mixtape takeover: Enjoy a curated playlist blasting throughout the museum featuring Springsteen’s greatest hits, deep cuts and fan favorites.
- “Power of Rock”: Springsteen is featured prominently in this 12-minute adrenaline-fueled show that captures the excitement of induction night.
For a full schedule of the day’s events, go to RockHall.com.
All activations for Bruce Springsteen Fan Day are included with a general admission ticket to the Rock Hall on May 22.
Simply Slavic Seeks Volunteers, Raffle Items
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Simply Slavic is seeking volunteers for its annual festival and donations for its basket raffle.
Now in its 15th year, the festival is expanding to three days, which means it will require more community support. It will take place June 26-28 at the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre.
“Simply Slavic has always been powered by volunteers,” said Bob Capp, Simply Slavic volunteer coordinator. “Whether welcoming guests, working the bar, assisting with merchandise sales or helping support cultural activities, every volunteer helps bring Simply Slavic to life for the community.”
Festival volunteers are needed for a variety of roles throughout the weekend, including:
- Festival setup and teardown.
- Guest hospitality and information.
- Cultural activity assistance.
- Merchandise and raffle support.
- Children’s area activities.
- General festival operations.
Individuals and community groups are encouraged to participate. Flexible shifts are available, and volunteers can sign up for any amount of time. For information, email [email protected].
Simply Slavic is also seeking donations for its popular basket raffle, which raises money for educational programming and cultural preservation initiatives. Requested donations include gift baskets, gift cards, themed experiences, restaurant certificates, event tickets, handmade or cultural items and goods or services from local businesses.
Businesses and organizations that donate raffle items will be recognized in event communications whenever possible. Funds raised through the basket raffle directly support Simply Slavic’s nonprofit mission, including educational exhibits and year-round cultural programming.
To arrange a basket raffle donation, email [email protected] or call 330 333 1441.
New Play, Variety Show Coming to Theater
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – A new play and a variety-comedy show will come to the Playhouse Downtown theater, 220 W. Boardman St., in August.
The play, “A Woman Known,” written by J. Rian Davis and Rachel Clifford, will be performed at 8 p.m. Aug. 1. Davis directs the play.
The story takes place in Rome in 1611.
It’s a time of rebellion and change in the art world. At the center, a young Artemisia Gentileschi, played by Clifford, creates masterpieces from tales of heroines, faces her own story of violence and injustice in a patriarchal world and challenges the establishment to become one of the greatest painters of all time.
This performance is a one-night preview of this solo play and will be accompanied by an exhibition and celebration of local women artists. A portion of the proceeds will benefit local rape crisis centers.
Tickets will go on sale June 12 at YoungstownPlayhouse.org and the DeYor Performing Arts Center box office.
“Bang Bang: The Ultimate Variety Show” will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 22.
The show, presented by Ingrid Ullrich, features comedy, choreography and vocals in a way that blends the glitz of Las Vegas and the intimacy of cabaret.
Tickets will go on sale May 22.
Poet, Essayist to Speak at Reader Series
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Lit Youngstown’s First Wednesday reader series will feature poet Philip Brady and essayist Jacqueline Marino at 7 p.m. June 3 at Westside Bowl, 2617 Mahoning Ave.
Michele Gatts will co-host the event, which will include an open-mic session.
The reading will be downstairs in the Trophy Room, accessible only by stairs.
Brady, a professor emeritus at Youngstown State University, is the author of five collections of poetry and the recipient of numerous awards, including the Ohioana Poetry Award.
Marino’s works have been published by The Washington Post, Bicycling, Belt, River Teeth and Cleveland Magazine. She is the editor of “Carbombs to Cookie Tables,” an anthology about her hometown, Youngstown. She teaches at Kent State University’s School of Media and Journalism.
Pictured at top: Taylor Borton.
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