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Songwriter Spotlight with Skylands Songwriters Guild

Live in the Library!

Come hear three local singer-songwriters -- Stacia Thiel, Dennis King, and Jake Roggenkamp -- each perform a 30 minute set.

Come hear three singer-songwriters each perform a 30 minute set.  Doors open at 6:30pm.

Americana, alt. country, singer songwriter Stacia Thiel is a classically trained musician, born and raised in rural Wisconsin on an eclectic mix of old time country, 60's Folk, and Barbershop harmonies. An insatiable analyzer of human quirks, twists of fate, and idiosyncrasies, Stacia explores through captivating lyrics and searing vocal lines, the raw emotions that connect us all. Stacia has been writing and performing music since childhood and cut her first full length album of original folk/pop songs at age 17. With a master’s degree in vocal performance (opera) she utilizes her voice and registers in ways that fans have shared is 'powerful and achingly beautiful.' While her music combines the classic elements of Americana, Folk and Country her soaring melodies, poetic lyrics and vocal prowess serve up a sound that feels fresh.

Dennis King is a New Jersey-based indie singer-songwriter whose music blends intimate folk storytelling with the raw edges of post-punk, Americana, and DIY rock. Having performed under the name SONOFDOV, King built a reputation for deeply personal songs that explore loss, resilience, and the quiet beauty found in everyday life. Growing up in the shadow of New York City's music scene, King cut his teeth in underground rock clubs before evolving into the reflective songwriter he is today. His cinematic songwriting has been featured in film and television, including Wander, Coyote, PBS, and Discovery, while his releases have earned praise for their emotional honesty and atmospheric arrangements. Critics have described his work as "haunting," "cathartic," and capable of "composing ballads that transport us and pierce us."

Jake Roggenkamp is a singer-songwriter from northwest New Jersey whose music blends vivid storytelling, thoughtful lyricism, and a distinctive, powerful voice. Drawing inspiration from the folk traditions of Bob Dylan, John Prine, and Paul Simon, his original songs explore memory, place, love, and the passage of time, finding the extraordinary in ordinary lives. A 2026 New England Songwriters Retreat scholarship recipient and Folk Project Songwriting Contest Honorable Mention, Jake brings his character-driven songs to stages and listening rooms throughout the region.

Skylands Songwriters Guild is an educational non-profit organization [501 (c) (3)] dedicated to nurturing the community of Singer/Songwriters of Northwest New Jersey and the surrounding region. We seek to provide enlightenment for the public, revealing the talents of songwriters, and to offer educational and performance resources for artists to advance their craft.  

This showcase is made possible by the Skylands Songwriters Guild.  Register online or by calling the library at (973) 584-2400.

Dennis King                        Stacia Thiel

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