6/25/2023 0 Comments 4peaks music festOther notable bands new to me included The Hollering Pines (with great harmonies and voices rather than actual “hollering”), Hush Kids, The East Pointers from Prince Edward Island, The Lil Smokies, River Whyless, and Fruit Bats.įinally, there were the two Sunday sets that brought the fest to a close: the morning’s “Gospel Set,” and evening’s “Tribute Set.” The latter was dedicated to David Grisman, Jerry Garcia, and Tony Rice’s The Pizza Tapes. A newer song, “Headlight,” dedicated to Anita Hill and Christine Blasey Ford, won an emotionally energized crowd that didn’t want them to leave the stage. They are among the the strongest bands I have heard in recent years. I had not seen Della Mae, and I was blown away by their set that also included former member Courtney Hartman, as well as Lindsay Lou and Lonely Heartstring Band’s Maddie Witler. One big reason for attending festivals is for the sense of discovery. Add to that artists who seem to be fixtures on the festival circuit, such as Birds of Chicago, Charley Crockett, Dead Horses, Lonely Heartstring Band, Fireside Collective, and Sean McConnell, and you get a nice mixture. In addition to the house band, this year featured big-name acts such as Lucinda Williams, The Wood Brothers, Mandolin Orange, Peter Rowan, and Della Mae. Organized by host band The Steel Wheels, the fest also provides yoga (which seems to be a necessity these days), cycling through the “pastures of plenty” though the foothills of the Shenandoah, and wading in the creek. Set in Virginia’s beautiful Natural Chimneys Park, just up the road from Staunton, where a young Phil Ochs once played in the local military academy’s marching band, the seventh edition of the Red Wing Roots festival was, as Buster Poindexter would say, “hot, hot, hot” in terms of both the music and the temperature. Red Wing Roots Music Festival (by Larry John Fowler) And, after the festival lights go out, you can actually see a sky full of stars - a glimpse into the great beyond. Besides presenting intriguing lineups of roots artists, they both offer family-friendly experiences in picturesque scenery.īesides the music, I think what makes a festival successful, and what keeps people coming back, is an experience where you can kick your shoes off, feel the dirt between your toes, and let your kids be kids. This week Larry John Fowler reports from the Red Wing Roots Festival in the Appalachian Mountains, and Peter Dervin takes us to the 4 Peaks fest in central Oregon. Beginning with this column I will feature five festivals in four weeks. 54, summertime for music fans has always meant festival time, this year has seen a significant increase the number of such events. As always, camping and kids ten and under are free. The “Friday after 4pm” pass ($145), the “Saturday On” pass ($110) and the “Sunday Only” pass ($20) will remain the same price and allow 4 Peaks guests to individually shape their festival experience. Regular ticket sales go up to $200, from the current price of $185. Most importantly, 4 Peaks is able to bring in an even more impressive lineup of world class music from around the world.Ĥ Peaks Presents announced the last pre-sale ticket increase for the 2017 festival. Patrons should expect grander views, bigger grassy fields, a larger second stage/late night tent, additional “chill” areas and a greater selection of vendors. (a jam band) headlining, while rock band Watkins Glen highlights Sunday’s schedule.Ĥ Peaks is committed to providing an intimate, family-friendly festival, but on a larger scale. Railroad Earth headlines Friday, with Infamous Stringdusters and a late night set by Poor Man’s Whiskey. Thursday’s lineup is highlighted by Company Grand. “There have been many things we have wanted to incorporate into the festival that we just haven’t had the space in the past. “We feel very lucky to secure Stevenson Ranch for the 2017 festival,” says Festival Director Stacy Totland. In addition, 4 Peaks has some tricks up its sleeve for the 2017 festival. The 100+ acre site maintains the same Cascade Mountain views and mellow vibe as the previous location, but with an expanded Kids Area, more space for camping and additional RV parking spots. After months of searching for the right home to host the milestone festival, 4 Peaks Presents found it in SE Bend’s Stevenson Ranch. The 4 Peaks Music Festival announced a new venue for its tenth Anniversary.
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