Maria Butterly - Molly Malones West Hollywood .

Material: Maria Butterly and her band perform inspiring, soulful and
high-energy music. They present a driving, fast-paced sound with diverse
instrumentals, somewhat akin to the Dave Matthews Band or Rusted Root.
Butterly's lyrics are positive and upbeat, ranging from rants to love ballads to
conquering life's struggles. More than anything, however, Butterly and her band
jam for a howling crowd that loves the energy.

Musicianship: Butterly's voice is spectacular, with expansive tonal range
and emotional power. She has great command of the guitar and mandolin.

Performance: At this gig, Maria Butterly was a life force. Like a lightning storm
she filled the room with electricity. She connected with the crowd from the get go,
joking with everyone without being patronizing. The close relationships between
members of the band were obvious, as they teased each other and jammed with
a familiarity that was a pleasure to watch. By the end of the night, dancers filled
the room with heaving chests covered in sweat, as the more refined listeners sat
back and took in the splendor.

Summary: Maria Butterly has tons of talent and a formidable stage presence
complemented by a band that is equally impressive. She exudes a confidence
onstage that is enhanced by a humorous wit and genuine friendliness. Butterly
is a pleasure to watch and could easily command a much larger crowd
with her world-class talent.