May 22, 2025
Doors: 6:30 PM - Show: 7:00 PM
All Ages
Michigan Songwriter Showcase hosted by Steve Taylor and featuring Michelle Held, Marc Dorian and Izzy Joy
20 Front Street
20 Front St, Orion Charter Township, MI, 48362
Date & Time
Thursday, May 22, 2025
7:00 PM
Location
20 Front Street
20 Front St, Orion Charter Township, MI, 48362

Steve Taylor graduated from Boston’s prestigious Berklee College of Music with a degree in Songwriting. After college, Steve returned home to Michigan and became a fixture in the Detroit music scene while earning a Master’s Degree in Music Theory from Wayne State University. Blending soulful music and intimate lyrics, Steve Taylor performs all over Michigan as a solo acoustic artist and with his band, The Steve Taylor Three. Their latest album “Travel Light” was released in 2022 and all their music is available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever finer music is streamed. The band’s single, “Raining on Christmas”, won the Detroit Music Award for “Outstanding Country Recording” in 2023.
Michelle Held is a singer-songwriter whose music is heart-centered and deeply resonant. With a voice reminiscent of folk legends, she weaves poetic lyrics with soulful, genuine storytelling that captures the human experience. Her songs invite listeners into a space of warmth and authenticity, creating a timeless connection. A three-time Honorable Mention recipient in the prestigious Telluride Troubadour Contest, Held continues to garner recognition for her artistry.
Marc Dorian holds a B.A. in Music from St. F.X. University in his native Nova Scotia. A full-time piano player, keyboardist, and vocalist since 1995, he has entertained audiences across the U.S. and Canada. Over the years, he has performed with various bands and had the opportunity to open for national recording artists such as Peter Frampton, Foreigner, Sheryl Crow, Huey Lewis & The News, Loverboy, Deep Purple, Daughtry, Starship, Lenny Kravitz, and more.
A Detroit Music Award nominee for Outstanding Keyboardist, Marc has released two full-length albums of original music. His latest, Another Lucky Day, features the single "End of the Tunnel," which won the John Latini Songwriting Contest (awarded by the Detroit Blues Society) and reached the semifinals of the International Songwriting Competition.
Known for his blend of pop/rock with blues influences, Marc’s music is defined by its storytelling lyrics—reflecting on everyday life, growth, and optimism.

Izzy Joy is a talented musician known for captivating audiences with her soulful voice and genre-bending sound, blending elements of indie-folk, pop, and soul. Her music often explores themes of love, self-discovery, and empowerment, resonating deeply with listeners. With a dynamic stage presence and heartfelt performances, Izzy Joy has built a devoted fan base.