One of the best parts about Beartrap Summer Festival 2012 is that people from all over Wyoming gather to listen to music and dance. Now granted, the dancing isn't something you would see on Dancing With The Stars or ABDC, but it's still fun to watch, especially when you're right in the middle of it with a camera.
Steve Earle and The Dukes have so many classics that I don't even know where to start in terms of picking my favorite. The writer in me always appreciates a good story, so I'd have to say that Harlan Man is one of my favs, just because it's one of the few songs that actually has a "sequel," so to speak. Check out the vid below.
It's always surreal for me when I hear famous songs by famous artists in person. Part of me forgets that I'm working, because I just want to sit back as a fan and watch. That's what happened when Steve Earle performed 'Guitar Town' at Beartrap Summer Festival 2012. Check out this video of his classic song.
Dude played a guitar sideways. That's all you need to know. Watch the video.
I've said it once and I'll say it again- Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen stole the show at Beartrap. This four-man group tore the house down with their music. My favorite songs are the ones that come from stories. This band told a story with every song they sang. Here is just one of those stories that they performed at Beartrap Summer Festival 2012.
I dare you to listen to this song, with it's beautiful lyrics and haunting voices and fantastic music, and not get chills down your spine. I double dare you. The fact is, you're gonna get chills. It'd be impossible not to, as Screen Door Porch has made a name for themselves by eliciting that exact type of response. Don't believe me? Check out this video.
With a perfect blend of what makes bluegrass what it is- soul, talent and banjos, Town Mountain proved exactly why they continue to make a name for themselves at these kinds of festivals. Simply put, they tear the house down, as evidenced by this video of their performance of 'You Weigh Heavy On My Heart.'
Not only were the members of Wyoming's Screen Door Porch kind enough to give me an exclusive interview in the Beartrap "Green Room," but they also let me record a taste of their musical talents. Check out the video:
As if two days of live music weren't enough, the folks who are bringing you Beartrap Summer Festival 2012 decided that you deserved a little extra. Because of this, they decided to put on their 2nd Annual Down From The Mountain show at The Attic. This year, Casper's own Dang Ol' Boys performed alongside Halden Wofford and the Hi Beams(who played earlier in the day at Beartrap)to a raucous crowd.
I love this band. They're fun, energetic, passionate and talented. Oh! Also, they yodel. I love yodeling. It's probably my favorite thing in the world. If ya don't believe me, check out these videos and tell me that you don't want to learn how to yodel immediately.
