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Molly Bouwsma Schultz, known as Molly, will release her new single ‘Come 2 Me’ and perform at The Big Room in Grand Rapids. This concert marks her first release in over three years, featuring Latin rock band Cabildo as the opening act. Tickets are available at $22 and $49 with lounge access. Molly’s upcoming record showcases her evolution as an artist and invites the community to share in an engaging experience filled with music, diversity, and healing.
Grand Rapids
Molly Bouwsma Schultz, also known simply as Molly, is set to release a new single titled “Come 2 Me” on Friday, October 10. This marks her first new release in over three years and coincides with her performance at Grand Rapids’ latest concert venue, The Big Room, located on Ottawa Avenue NW.
The concert, beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, will feature an opening act by the Latin rock band Cabildo. Tickets are priced at $22, with a special “lounge” ticket option available for $49, including early access and reserved seating.
Molly has been working on a collection of new songs with producer Tommy Schichtel at the Goon Lagoon studio in Grand Rapids, although a release date for the entire collection has not yet been announced. She describes the creative process as a “slow cook” and “work in progress”. Schichtel characterizes the upcoming record as “future soul” incorporating a variety of elements and styles, highlighting Molly’s passionate vocal performances.
A New Chapter in Performance
This concert serves as a significant moment for Molly, marking a transition from her history of performing in bands such as Blue Molly and Vox Vidorra, as well as in a duo with her husband, Scott Schultz. She aims to connect with her audience through her original songs and the effort she dedicates to her performances. Molly extends an invitation to audiences of all ages, underscoring messages of freedom of expression, celebrating diversity, and promoting healing and communal power.
The live band for this concert includes Scott Schultz, Mike Savina, Christian VanDuinen, Evan Follmar, with special guests David Ward and Marcus Jordan expected to join. Known for her energetic and dynamic performances, Molly’s recent work encourages audiences to unite and honor unique perspectives, particularly as a black woman in today’s sociopolitical climate.
Engaging Experience Designed for Community
Molly expresses appreciation for the community of supportive musicians and fans that contribute to her storytelling through music. Her performance will offer an engaging experience that encompasses multilingual storytelling, rhythm, harmony, joy, and a sense of togetherness.
With “Come 2 Me” being released, Molly Bouwsma Schultz is poised to bring her deep personal experiences and musical evolution to the forefront, inviting everyone to join in a night dedicated to connection and expression in Grand Rapids.
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- Local Spins: Molly Makes Her Return to Grand Rapids
- Google Search: Molly Bouwsma Schultz
- Holland Sentinel: West Michigan’s Common Molly
- Wikipedia: Soul Music
- MLive: Martha Keating Obituary
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Concert
- WKFR: Michigan Fall Concert Schedule
- Google News: Grand Rapids Concerts
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