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It's official everyone!
The sun is out and it's not going into hiding again! I don't like winter or snow, but I don't think I could ever move to a place that didn't have 4 seasons. Experiencing the metamorphosis of everything around me each Spring is such a gift! I shot this photo in Nigeria a few months ago and now seemed like the appropriate time to share b/c it perfectly captures how I'm feeling!
 
To be honest, there's nothing especially exciting to report. Since the last time I wrote, I've found myself in Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, North and South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, and Georgia. My head is in a complete whirlwind b/c this year has been an absolute cornucopia of new people, places, and experiences! However... I have been doing some serious ground work on something else that I haven't been able to share just yet. So while it looks like I've found myself in a never-ending cycle of show-to-show-to-show, just know there are other things in the works. Stay tuned and you won't be dissapointed!
 
SPRING TOURING!
Now that great weather is here, the fun really starts! Tons of band and duo shows, outdoor festivals, album release concerts w/ friends, and more - now through the end of Summer! Here are a few immediate dates - starting this weekend! Next month's newsletter will have a much more extensive list! Seriously excited to be playing more with my band!!!  
Band dates *** 
Duo dates **
 
Apr 15: Newark, OH (near Columbus)  | 31 West  [details][facebook] ***
Apr 16: Fennville, MI  (near Grand Rap) | Salt of the Earth [details][facebook] ***
Apr 17: Greensburg, PA  | University of Pittsburgh Greensburg
Apr 20: Philadelphia, PA | Silversmiths  - Vessna Scheff Video Release  [facebook] **
Apr 30: Ridgefield, CT  | Ridgefield Library Folk Concert Series [details] **
May 6: Philadelphia, PA | Private House Concert
May 12: Phoenixville, PA | Steel City - Lili Anel Album Release [tickets][facebook] **
May 19: Pgh, PA | Mr. Small's - Heather Kropf Album Release [tickets][facebook] **
May 26: Philadelphia, PA | Private House concert
June 3: Norristown, PA | Calvary Baptist Concert Series  - details tba **
 
calendar + details: www.joyike.com/shows

For all of you who are celebrating this glorious Easter season according to the Judeo-Christian calendar, and even for those who aren't, know that the sun never sets on the wonderful grace of God! I love this season! It holds so much powerful imagery and truth! Like a caterpiller coming out of it's tomb, emerging into it's most authentic self! Metamophosis!
-Joy