Godfrey Daniels, the Lehigh Valley’s original live music listening room, is celebrating its 50th Anniversary Season with a full slate of shows in February 2026, plus more already lined up for March, April, and May.
Godfrey Daniels is located at 7 E. Fourth Street, Bethlehem, PA, and is a BYOB (beer or wine) venue. For the full schedule, ticket links, and updates, visit: https://godfreydaniels.org/
February 2026
Thu, Feb 5 (7pm): John Gallagher Jr.
Emo folk rock and sharp songwriting from the Tony Award–winning stage and screen actor (including HBO’s The Newsroom), in a solo set built for a listening room.
Fri, Feb 6 (8pm): Philly Nelson with special guest Treebirds
A Greater Philly collective saluting Willie Nelson and other great songwriters, led by Daniel S. Bower, with an opening set from his folk trio Treebirds.
Sat, Feb 7 (8pm): April Verch & Joe Newberry (Newberry & Verch)
Two tradition-rooted masters blending fiddle, banjo, guitar, harmony singing, and step dance, with material spanning the Ottawa Valley and the Missouri Ozarks.
April Verch & Joe Newberry
Sun, Feb 8 (1pm matinee): The Steeltown Special (william h. travis + the building / Anthony LaMarca)
A matinee pairing Bethlehem songwriter william h. travis with Youngstown artist Anthony LaMarca (also of The War On Drugs), described as a journey through what’s left of crumbling American infrastructure.
Thu, Feb 12 (7pm): Amy Speace
Contemporary folk and Americana storytelling with an evening centered on songcraft, voice, and connection.
Fri, Feb 13 (8pm): What Would Jerry Do?
A fresh, community-rooted take on the music of the Grateful Dead and the Jerry Garcia Band, with the occasional “non-Dead” curveball.
Sat, Feb 14 (8pm): Corinne (Valentine’s Day)
An era-blending vocalist bridging pop songwriting, jazz harmony, and bossa nova for a Valentine’s Day show with cinematic style.
Sun, Feb 15 (3pm matinee): Frank DiBussolo’s Jazz Connection Series (featuring Dr. Doctor)
A rotating showcase of jazz artists exploring the American songbook and modern repertoire in an intimate setting.
Thu, Feb 19 (7pm): Todd Snider Tribute (fundraiser)
Various artists honor the life and songs of Todd Snider in a benefit night built for community, remembrance, and the listening room.
Sat, Feb 21 (8pm): Frog Holler (SOLD OUT)
Alternative country-rock and Americana with “neo-hillbilly” energy from a long-running, fiercely independent band.
Sun, Feb 22 (7pm): Crys Matthews
Folk music rooted in tradition, justice, and shared humanity. (Sponsored by WDIY 88.1 FM.)
Wed, Feb 25 (7pm): Dave’s Night Out – The Shimersville Sheiks (Details TBA)
A special “looking back 50 years” night tied to the folk music scene. Watch the main calendar for final details: https://godfreydaniels.org/
Fri, Feb 27 (8pm): Jesse Ruben + Kate Gaffney (co-bill)
Two seasoned songwriters share lyrical storytelling and modern folk in an intimate, up-close setting.
Sat, Feb 28 (8pm): Chris Kasper & Band
Americana-bluesy-folk songwriting with a timeless, genre-blurring style and a deep catalog shaped by years on the road.
March to May 2026 (highlights)
- Sat, Mar 7: Eighteenth Hour (25 years of original rock songwriting)
- Sun, Mar 8: Poor Man’s Gambit (Irish-American music)
- Sat, Mar 14: Reggie Harris & Pat Wictor
- Fri, Mar 20: Blackwater (annual St. Patrick’s Day concert)
- Fri, Mar 27: Sam Robbins
- Sat, Mar 28: The Electric Farm
- Sun, Mar 29: High Horse
- Sat, Apr 4: Bruce Katz Band
- Thu, Apr 9: Low Lily
- Fri, Apr 17: Gráinne Hunt & Jules Stewart
- Wed, Apr 22: Dave’s Night Out with Jack Murray (“Travelin’ Man”)
- Sat, Apr 25: Alice Howe & Freebo
- Sun, Apr 26: Peter Case
- Sat, May 9: Danny Schmidt
- Fri, May 15: Heather Aubrey Lloyd & Matt Nakoa
Full schedule and tickets: https://godfreydaniels.org/
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