Hey friends! I am thrilled to announce that I will be opening for Mavis Staples on November 12th at the Palladium in Carmel, IN.  Tickets are on sale now (see details on the Shows page)!!!  What a show to be a part of!! See you there.

Center Presents

Mavis Staples

Payne & Mencias Palladium // Thursday, Nov 12, 7:30pm ET

A revered voice in American music, Mavis Staples is a Kennedy Center honoree, multiple Grammy winner and a member of the rock, blues and gospel halls of fame. Her career began at age 8 with family band the Staple Singers, the legendary gospel and soul group that soundtracked the civil rights movement before scoring major hits with songs such as “I'll Take You There,” “Respect Yourself” and "If You're Ready.” An inspiration to generations of artists, Staples has collaborated with names like Bob Dylan, Prince, Aretha Franklin and Willie Nelson. Her 2025 album Sad and Beautiful World features contributions from Buddy Guy, Bonnie Raitt, Jeff Tweedy and Derek Trucks.

Special Guest: Indianapolis-based blues-rocker John Boyle will open the show.

It's summer in the Midwest and that means its time for live music, the great outdoors, and a few beers!  

Next up - Malingo at Conner Prairie on SATURDAY JUNE 6TH! We'll be rocking the History on Tap fundraiser with Indiana Brewers, Vintners, and Distillers.  Get tickets and join us for longest Malingo show ever (true story).  We'll be playing from 5-9pm! Ticket info over on the shows page. 

Haven't checked Malingo out yet… oh, man… get ready!  Here's our full show at the Palladium in Carmel, IN.

Hey friends! 

We're gearing up for the summer and adding new shows to the calendar for John and the trio!!! Check out the shows tab to see where we're playing next! 

Next up: The Little Red Door Evening of Hope on Apr 24th!  Get tickets to support a great cause, enjoy some great food, a silent auction, and John performing all night long.  See you there!