SATURDAY,
JUNE 1ST—
4 - 7 PM CHIPETA PARK
ROLLING HARVEST & BONNIE AND TAYLOR SIMS BAND
Rolling Harvest
Honoring the legendary songs of Bob Dylan and Neil Young, veterans of Colorado bands such as Gasoline Lollipops, the Velveteers, the Yawpers, Banshee Tree and more have come together like a Rolling Harvest.
Bonnie & Taylor Sims Band
RIAA Certified Gold recording artists Bonnie & Taylor Sims are one of Colorado's most powerful and dynamic musical duos. From the soul shaking harmonies and masterful songwriting to the endearing onstage moments, Bonnie & Taylor have captivated audiences all across the world. With their most recent global success I See Red tallying over 300 million streams and a deal with Columbia Records to playing countless live shows and festivals around CO and the Western US; tours to Germany, Canada and Sweden; multiple studio albums; exciting collaborations with other area musicians and full-time touring schedules with Big Richard and Madeline Hawthorne Band respectively, Bonnie & Taylor have established themselves as a potent creative force of the vibrant Colorado music scene.
SATURDAY, JUNE 15TH
4 - 7 PM CHIPETA PARK
WIREWOOD STATION W/ BEAR HAT
Wirewood Station
This eclectic group of professional musicians are the reigning champs of the "Best Acoustic Band in Colorado" from the Rocky Mountain Music Festival as well as winning the "Best Band" in Colorado Springs honored and voted by the readers of the Gazette for several years running.
Bear Hat
An eclectic acoustic ensemble hailing from the majestic mountain communities around Boulder, Colorado. Inspired by the rugged beauty of their surroundings, this group of talented musicians combines their diverse backgrounds and instrumentation to create a sound that is truly unique. Consisting of guitar, mandolin, banjo, flute, fiddle & upright bass, Bear Hat weaves together original material and tasteful covers to create an exhilarating blend of Bluegrass, Old Time, Swing, Blues and Rock ’n’ Roll. Buckle Up - Bear Hat is Feeling Grizzly!
SATURDAY,
JULY 6TH—
4 - 7 PM CHIPETA PARK
BANSHEE TREE W/ BENJAMIN SPROUL BAND
Banshee Tree
Banshee Tree was born out of the Colorado Hills. With roots in traditional swing, Banshee Tree evolved into a fully electric band that blends its early influences with modern dance, rock, pop and indie soul.
Benjamin Sproul Band
Benjamin Sproul is a singer, guitarist, multi instrumentalist, and songwriter with a style ranging from Americana, to Soul, Funk to Folk, to Rock and Roll. Sproul delivers heartfelt original music with soulful vocals, incendiary guitar leads with a backround in blues, exploratory improvisations, and an authentic craft of song honed through the hammer of time. From playing electrified shows made of full on rock and roll ruckus backed by a band of practiced and battle-scared characters; or alone with an acoustic guitar, harp rack, and a song; Sproul covers the gamut and delivers fervent performances that leave you wanting more.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3RD
4 - 7 PM 1ST STREET, NEDERLAND
DIGGIN’ DIRT W/ THE GUERRILLA FANFARE BRASS BAND
Diggin’ Dirt
From behind the redwood curtain of Humboldt County, California, the seven piece funk-soul band Diggin Dirt has carved out a niche as a live party not to be missed. Shoveling their own path, Diggin Dirt has seen sustained growth over the past few years, with multiple national tours and festival stops at Jam Cruise, High Sierra, Same Same but Different, Live Oak, Cascade Equinox, Joshua Tree Music Festival and many more.
The Guerrilla Fanfare Brass Band
Since its inception in 2015, the musicians of Guerrilla Fanfare have been dedicated to bringing the highest quality brass band music to life throughout Colorado and beyond. From fiery pop arrangements, to traditional jazz, to innovative original music, the mission of the band is to appeal to the audience and deliver a meaningful and positive performance that invigorates, excites and delights! Guerrilla Fanfare aims to bring levity and fun to any situation, and also to bring something for everyone to every performance. GuFa has engaged in some out of the box, and unexpected events over the years. As suggested by the name, this band will play any event from parties deep in the mountains, to surprise pop up events at the airport, to assemblies for an entire school, to parade marches downtown - and everything in between.
SATURDAY,
AUGUST 17TH—
4 - 7 PM CHIPETA PARK
ATOMGA & SELASSEE AND FAFA FAMILY
ATOMGA
Since their inception in 2011, ATOMGA has continued to be a refreshing staple in the Colorado music circuit. Celebrating 13 years as a band and 12 years of creating a unique brand of afrobeat music infused with elements of jazz, rock, hip hop, and funk. Using this foundation, they are able to build polyrhythms which always get their audience moving!
Selassee & FaFa Family
Selasee, originally from Ghana, is a singer/songwriter who explores reggae music influenced by pop and the west African highlife music genres. He is the founder of the Blackeye Watching Records LLC and leader of the band Selasee & The Fafa Family now based in Colorado.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 ST—
4 - 7 PM CHIPETA PARK
THE RIVER ARKANSAS & SILAS HERMAN AND JACK CLOONAN
The River Arkansas
A batch of Colorado’s finest musicians whose abilities shine throughout the golden hour that is Green Bridge. The four piece each skillfully showcases their craft while seamlessly bonding together as a band. Bolder Beat noted that, “Together, they give off a heartfelt and wholesome sound which resonates with the Colorado lifestyle of mountain life meets the pavement."
Mike Clark (singer, songwriter) and Macon Terry (bass) formed The River Arkansas in 2014 after an impromptu studio session led to the release of their first album, Golden Light. The band picked up Robin Chestnut (drums) and Rachel Sliker (violin) for a month-long west coast tour that solidified the band's friendship and led to their sophomore album, You Animal. The band has evolved from a more tender sound to heavier soulful country and blues rock with 3-piece harmonies and stripped guitar and violin solos. With the release of Green Bridge, The River Arkansas demonstrates just how much they’ve mastered the steady flow of their sound.
Silas Herman & Jack Cloonan
Jack- Not many bluegrass pickers’ are bred in the south side of Chicago…but there is one. Jack Cloonan emerged from the Windy City fluent in guitar, mandolin, banjo….and any other instrument with strings that can make a crowd dance.
Silas- With a passion for music deeply rooted in his upbringing, Silas Herman has honed his skills to captivate audiences with his soulful melodies and heartfelt performances. From intimate venues to large stages like Red Rocks, his musical journey has taken him far and wide, earning him recognition for his unique sound and virtuosic playing. Inspired by the beauty of his hometown in Nederland, Colorado, Silas infuses his music with elements of new acoustic, folk, bluegrass, psychedelic and Americana, creating a sound that is uniquely his own. He has appeared on stage alongside notable artists and bands such as Del McCoury, Sam Bush, Billy Strings, The Infamous Stringdusters, Leftover Salmon, Yonder Mountain String Band, Greensky Bluegrass, Railroad Earth, Elephant Revival, The Kitchen Dwellers and The Lil Smokies to name a few. From intimate acoustic sets to highly energetic shows, Silas continues to enchant audiences with his musical prowess and unwavering passion for song.
