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.
If there was one man that could end Beartrap Summer Festival on the highest possible note, it would be Steve Earle. Luckily, that's exactly what he did on Sunday. Steve Earle and The Dukes put on a heck of a show to close out this year's Beartrap Festival.
FACT: Every music group has needs. FACT: It is the responsibility of the festival/venue staff to accommodate those needs... particularly if there is a contract dictating the terms of those needs. With that in mind, more often than not, our headliners require some food following their sets on the Beartrap stage - and we're more than happy to help out.
Dude played a guitar sideways. That's all you need to know. Watch the video.
I always thought that in order to be infamous, you had to be bad. But The Infamous Stringdusters are anything but. Their unique take on Bluegrass/Americana has led them to actual fame, which has in turn led them to Beartrap Summer Festival 2012. We're glad about that. Check out these pics from their set.
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.
When Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen took the stage at Beartrap Summer Festival, nobody quite knew what they were in for. When Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen left the stage, nobody was quite sure what they just saw. All anyone knew was that their minds just got blown.
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.'
I have a thing for girls in bands. I have no idea why. There is just something about a girl in a band that makes me dizzy. Bonus points if she's actually talented. So imagine my delight when Screen Door Porch took the stage and I heard one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard in my life. Check out these pics from the set of my new favorite band.
