Category: Music Festivals

DelFest announces addition of more artists to lineup

Organizers of DelFest in Cumberland, MD have announced new additions to their 14th annual festival lineup. They’ve added Travelin’ McCourys, Robert Earl Keen, the Jerry Douglas Band, Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen, and the Price Sisters to the annual bluegrass music showcase.

Previously Announced Delfest Lineup

Railroad Earth, Béla Fleck My Bluegrass Heart, Sam Bush, Leftover Salmon, Watchhouse, Anders Osborne and Jackie Greene, The California Honeydrops, Sierra Hull, Cabinet, The Lil Smokies, The Ghost of Paul Revere, Steve Poltz, Sister Sadie, Cris Jacobs, Della Mae, Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley, Jacob Jolliff Band, The Hot Club Of Cowtown, Fireside Collective, Twisted Pine, Dré Anders, Pert Near Sandstone, The Broomestix, The Seldom Scene, Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers, The Lonesome River Band, Crying Uncle Bluegrass Band, Birches Bend, The Price Sisters, and Emcee Joe Craven.

More Festival Information

4-day passes will increase in price on Monday, February 21 at midnight Eastern. Glamping packages and on site parking packages are also available for sale now. Three and two day passes will become available on Tuesday February 22nd.

In addition, attendees can again expect to witness one-of-a-kind collaborations, special guest sit-ins, various tributes to Del McCoury and his legacy, and intimate appearances from the aforementioned artists.

For information including camping, parking, partners, and more, please visit delfest.com and follow DelFest on all social platforms.

February 27, 2022
Metallica, The Strokes, And Foo Fighters To Headline Boston Calling Festival

The celebration of the return of the annual Boston Calling festival called for three of rock’s more iconic bands as headliners. Metallica, The Strokes, and Nine Inch Nails (replacing Foo Fighters) kick-off to the annual three-day festival at the Harvard Athletic Complex. The once bi-annual event will take place on Memorial Day Weekend, May 27-29, 2022.

Rock and roll icons, Metallica, alternative rockers The Strokes, and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Nine Inch Nails are just some of the big names set to perform at the three-day festival, with an additional 50-plus performers set to rock the stage.

The largest collection of regional talent is set to perform. That includes a mix of globally recognized diverse music stars such as Rüfüs Du Sol, Weezer, HAIM, Run The Jewels, Glass Animals, and many more.

Boston Calling will showcase 18 acts with New England ties that will perform throughout the 3-day weekend, such as Van Buren Records, Cam Meekins, Born Without Bones, Avenue, Ali McGuirk, Crooked Coast, Aaron and the Lord, Miranda Rae, Coral Moons, Paper Tigers, Dutch Tulips, The Chelsea Curve, Frances Forever, Oompa, Julie Rhodes, Charlotte Sands, Pom Pom Squad and Cliff Notez.

“We are so thrilled to bring Boston Calling back, and we cannot thank our loyal fans enough for supporting us as we navigated the pandemic. This year’s lineup is particularly special for us. It not only signifies a return to the things we love, but it also celebrates some of the world’s most renowned acts, exciting up-and-comers, and Boston’s talented music scene…”

-Boston Calling Events, LLC (BCE), Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Brian Appel

The chance to fall in love with a new artist and an overall show stopping experience are some of the many things Boston Calling festival has to give.

As part of a post Covid-19 experience, BC expanded their VIP and Platinum tiers for this year. Newly enhanced viewing areas are available for fans including a new double-decker and a viewing deck for an upgraded experience.

There are a variety of different tickets available. Tickets are now on sale http://www.bostoncalling.com

Boston Calling Daily Lineup

Friday, May 27, 2022
Nine Inch Nails
Rüfüs Du Sol
HAIM
Avril Lavigne
Cheap Trick
Oliver Tree
The Struts
Paris Jackson
The Backseat Lovers
Grandson
Paris Texas
Mob Rich
Pom Pom Squad
Born Without Bones
Avenue
Miranda Rae
The Chelsea Curve

Saturday, May 28, 2022
The Strokes
Run The Jewels
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
Black Pumas
EARTHGANG
Orville Peck
KennyHoopla
Sudan Archives
Celisse
Hinds
Frances Forever
Charlotte Sands
Julie Rhodes
Van Buren Records
Ali McGuirk
Coral Moons
Dutch Tulips

Sunday, May 29, 2022
Metallica
Weezer
Glass Animals
Modest Mouse
Goose
Ripe
Japanese Breakfast
Cults
Peach Tree Rascals
Horsegirl
Djo
Cam Meekins
Oompa
Cliff Notez
Crooked Coast
Aaron and the Lord
Paper Tigers

January 23, 2022
Alien Opera House Hosts ‘It’s a Party Fest’ on January 15 in Syracuse

Mad Dabber710, an American musician, hip hop artist, funk producer. and cannabis activist born in Bandera, Texas, will be the host with the most at Alien Opera House for “Its A Party Festival” on January 15 from 3 PM till 2 AM in Syracuse. 2 stages. Green Skylines stage upstairs and Exotic Pop/ Slapwoods stage downstairs.

This past December the Alien Opera House hosted a performance of the Frank White Experience with Lil Cease of Brooklyn artist Notorious BIG. Expect the same variety at the Opera house on January 15 with all day performances by funk, NEO soul, hip hop, reggae, delta blues and indie jazz lounge artists of New York State.

1/15/21

The all day indoor music and arts festival will be hosted by JT Campos Campos portrays Boaz Jimenez on the NETFLIX series Queen of The South. He has been a guest on host BREAL TV’s show Smokebox. DJ Jam Master J’son of Run DMC and DJ Dice Brooklyn of Redman are on the bill. Yo $#! (YOSHI) & the Cat in Da Hat rap and SMX Shawn Seals have slots . Richie Banks and Mike Taylor are playing. Frank Stepanek of Black Uhuru. Moe Betta Tha Goddess and Martin Paul. Colin Aberdeen. Justin James Bridges and Friends. John McConnell & Matt Romano and more! Special ticket packages are available now here!

The Alien Opera House is located on 211 Catawaba Street in Syracuse’s historic Little Italy district. Legendary Italian Conductor Vincent Falcone of Frank Sinatra’s band first cousin Frank Romano’s home is located around the corner in Washington Square Park. The neighborhood is still a sweet melting pot of fine art and rich culture. PhokOuttaHere offers the best blend of Vietnamese cuisine in New York State. Fresh Kola Nuts from the rain forest are available on Salina St at the African & Caribbean Central Market.

Sponsors for ” Its a Party” fest are Exotic Pop, Green Skylines, Slapwoods, Party105, 3D Grow, The Wallflower Hour. The Higher Calling THC and production provided by PVM Entertainment. The Green Skylines stage will be upstairs and the Exotic Pop/Slapwoods Stage will be downstairs at the Alien Opera House.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZ_iIpBQZrk

January 7, 2022