Kaylee Daugherty, Mandi, and Mr. Lyrical Groove Up Next At Songwriter Sanctuary

Songwriter Sanctuary is back Friday, April 25 with “in the round” performances by Mr. Lyrical Groove, Mandi, and Kaylee Daugherty. Songwriter Sanctuary is hosted by the legendary Jeff Berkley and Normal Heights United. (4650 Mansfield St. Suggested Donation $10. All ages. Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7 p.m.).

About the Artists

Mandi is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and keys player drawn to soulful, genre-blending music. She thrives on collaboration—especially with fellow musicians and hip hop artists—and brings depth and energy to every project. Known for her ear for harmony, she enjoys creating and recording background vocals, and often supports others as a studio musician or music director. Offstage, she teaches middle school choir, music, and soon orchestra, helping young artists tap into their creativity.

Kaylee Daugherty is a staple singer of the San Diego jazz scene as well as a singer-songwriter. She has had the privilege to play at some of Socal’s finest establishments, including Music Box, The Jazz Lounge, Dizzy’s, and the Westgate with San Diego’s best jazz musicians, including Irving Flores, Ed Kornhauser and Mikan Zlatkovich. Kaylee’s favorite part of performing is bringing joy to her audiences. Her music makes kids dance and gives older folk a sigh of nostalgia. Kaylee is personable and interactive with her audiences, and, by inviting them into her musical world, builds a sense of community within each venue.

Kendrick Dial, artistically known as Mr. Lyrical Groove is a multidisciplinary artist, spoken word poet, and front man of the award-winning band The Lyrical Groove, known for blending soul, hip-hop, and thought-provoking lyricism. With experience as a Navy veteran, creative & executive coach and leadership trainer, he brings a unique blend of structure and soul to his work. His creative work fuses personal narrative with cultural commentary, using music, poetry, and performance as tools for healing and social change.

Event Details

Location: Normal Heights United Church

4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116. Thank you to our generous venue partner for sharing this beautiful space with the local music community!

Time: Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. ish.

Suggested Donation: $10, but please be generous in your support of these top tier talents whose creative work is their livelihood. 100% donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds.

All Ages: Bear in mind we do not censor our artists so please make sure to check out the lineup and make the best decision for your family.

Parking: Street parking

Food/Drink: Beverages for small purchase, thanks to our sponsors! Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are welcome to bring food into the venue (please eat and dispose of waste respectfully)

Accessibility: Please direct any venue accessibility requests to Molly @mollyrose(at)nhunited(dot)org.

Remaining 2025 Season Schedule

*subject to change

May 30

Surrija

The Lovebirds

Jonesy Jones

Jun 27 - LGBTQ Pride Show!

Lily Wecks

Kimiko

In Mazes

Jul 25

The Bella Lunas

Espi

Miranda Ramos

Aug 29

Claire King

Hailey Wetzel

Lexi Pulido

Sep 26

Joe Summers

Grainne Hunt

Helena Holleran

Oct 24

Shea Givens

Kevin Cooper

Anthony Cullins

Dec 5 - Holiday Edition!

JT Moring

Cara Cormier

David Beldock and Peggy Watson

For inquiries, media comps, or further information, please contact:

Lindsay White

@lindsaywhite.music@gmail.com

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