Merle Law is a Portland-based singer-songwriter with deep roots in New Orleans and the Northeast.
Born Meredith Law to a Philly drummer and a singer from south Louisiana, her music carries a Southern undercurrent. Formerly performing under the name Palm Sunday, Merle released the debut album Wishful Thinking showcasing deep, emotional vocals. Known for a style described as “timeless in nature with genre-bending qualities,” Merle’s next full-length album is set to release in 2025.
Part of the Patio Sessions at Historic Balch Hotel music series.
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2025 Patio Sessions:
August 2: Lucas Lawson with Abigael Elizabeth
August 16: Scott Erdy
August 22: Kendall Lujan
September 5: Leo Moon
September 12: Rich Swanger
September 20: Merl Law
October 11: Jenna Ellefson