We are so excited to welcome a JouJou parent as our Jamming musician for July! Singer and songwriter, Nella Thomas, embraces the familiar sounds of Midwestern living in their own unique blend of alternative folk music. Nella is an Iowa Native who debuted in 2015 with her album, “Yonder Woods,” and has since released singles on her own and in collaboration with her husband and fellow artist, William J Locker.

Nella has performed on the Main Stage for the Des Moines Arts Festival, for local fundraisers, and the live music venues in Des Moines and surrounding communities. Others may recognize Nella Thomas from “June Bugs DSM” or from her annual Christmas show which she has hosted for eight years in the city of Des Moines.

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