Fiction 20 Down
On stage, in studio and on the airwaves, Fiction 20 Down has an energy and vibe that cannot quite be put into words but fans of rock, reggae and acoustic music all agree- Fiction 20 Down have something brewing!
More about Fiction 20 Down at http://www.f20d.com
Anthony Buono is the rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist for Beatles tribute band “Glass Onion”. In January 2010, Anthony released his original album, Office Hours (available on iTunes). He will perform a solo set for this performance.
You can find Anthony and the band at: http://glassonion8tracks.bandvista.com/ and http://anthonybuono.net/
Mister Don Bridges
An innovative songwriter and energetic musical performer for audiences of all ages, Don Bridges started writing songs in 1976 and continues to study or share the stage with many of the nations finest songwriters and musicians. In May 2001, Don made the career change from part-time to full-time musician. He performed a total of 472 times in 2004 and appeared at 634 performances in 2005, then surpassed that with an amazing 718 shows in 2006, an astounding 753 performances in 2007, and another 654 gigs in 2008. Through his special passion for childrens music, Mister Don has emerged as one of the mid-Atlantic regions best-loved family entertainers. He received the Washington Area Music Assocation Wammie award for Childrens Vocalist for both 2004 and 2005 and the Childrens Artist Wammie award for 2006. Overall, Don has been honored with 16 Wammie nominations. Now in his sixteenth year as a member of the Songwriters Assocation of Washington, Don remains on the SAW Board for an eighth year, three of which were served as President of the organization.
More about Mister Don at http://www.donbridgesongs.com
Karl Stroll and the Danger Zone
Rock and Blues Covers
The Danger Zone is a four-piece high-energy houserockin’ blues band featuring veterans of the DC circuit Karl Stoll on guitar, John Dickson on harmonica, Hugh Mcguire on bass and Brian Alpert or Keeb Watson on drums. The music is a unique mix of danceable rockin’ blues featuring original songs as well as the sounds of blues and rock & roll greats like Chuck Berry, Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Bo Diddley, Muddy Waters, The Fabulous Thunderbirds and The Nighthawks.
More about Karl Stoll and the Danger Zone at http://www.karlstoll.com
Southwater
Southwater is a collective of some of the finest bluegrass musicians in Charlottesville, VA, including Dave Horgan (guitar/vocals), Patrick Flynn (upright bass/vocals), Dave Krovetz (banjo), and Mike Ioakimedes (mandolin/vocals), Gabe Robey (also of “The Harwell Grice Band”), Nick Reeb (also of “King Wilkie”), Camilla Ammirati (also of “Millie and the Moonshine Boys”), Andy Mansfield (also of “Sun Baked Possum”), Bubba Beasley & Sarah Candler (also of “40 Dolla Mule”). Southwater usually appears as a 3,4, or 5-piece band depending on the event.
More about Southwater at http://www.southwatermusic.com
Tom O'Connor
Tom O’Connor is an emerging Washington, DC area musician and songwriter. Currently residing in Arlington, VA, the 26-year old O’Connor is quickly establishing himself as one of the area’s top musical talents. Tom describes his music as an, “organic blend between pop, rock, folk, country, reggae and bluegrass.” Music critics have labeled O’Connor’s sound, pop-folk at its smoothest and have compared it to the solo acoustic work of Eric Clapton. With his debut release, Frozen in Anticipation, O’Connor demonstrates a knack for creating playful melodies and warm intimate lyrics. On Tap Magazine proclaims, “O’Connor’s vocals are beautiful, and at times, swooning laments that melt into fluid strumming and quivering string arrangements.” Since the release, O’Connor has been building his fan-base and cultivating his live performance by playing shows throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Regions of the country, hitting up venues from New York to the Carolinas.
More about Tom O’Connor at http://www.tomoconnormusic.com
Having been together for over three years now, this mix of friends from high school, college, and family, each bring a unique style and musical influence that creates an original blend of talent and energy that is brought out through their live performances and extended improvised jams. Having shared the stage with nationally touring bands like Better Than Ezra, SR-71 and Virginia Coalition, Slightly Something can be found both playing high energy full band shows as well as more laid back acoustic shows depending on the venue.
More about Slightly Something at www.slightlysomething.com
The Grandsons
The Grandsons’ popularity with so many different audiences has landed them on bills with national acts such as Willie Nelson, Ray Charles, Huey Lewis & the News, the Iguanas, Terrance Simien, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Marcia Ball, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Paul Cebar & The Milwaukeeans, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Mighty Blue Kings, and Royal Crown Review. The group has been in the studio recently backing R&B legend Ruth Brown and Texas’ Evan Johns for nationally distributed compilations. Based in Washington, DC, The Grandsons travel to perform in New York, Texas, and every state in between. In the Summer of 1999, the Grandsons made their first overseas performance; they were invited to play a three-week engagement in Taipei, Taiwan. The group has performed sold-out shows at the Barns of Wolf Trap, appeared at Austin’s South by Southwest music Festival, The Rocky Gap Festival, The Bethlehem PA Musikfest, The Kennedy Center, and North Carolina’s popular Black Mountain Festival and Bele Chere Festival, both in Asheville. The Washington Area Music Association has awarded The Grandsons several WAMMIEs since the band started in 1986, in categories such as Artist of the Year, Best Roots Rock Group, Best Roots Rock Recording, Best Album Design, and Best Pop Group. No wonder the Washington Post called The Grandsons “the hardest working band in DC.”
More from The Grandsons at www.grandsons.com
Chester River Runoff
The Runoff have successfully played many of the best and most well known clubs and theatres in the area, including the Avalon Theatre in Easton, Andy’s in Chestertown, the 8×10 in Baltimore, the Mainstay, Coffee East/NightCat, and can be seen at famous bluegrass clubs such as the Friendly Inn and the Purple Fiddle. They have shared stages with many of the best in bluegrass and Americana music, including Steep Canyon Rangers, the Avett Brothers, the Hackensaw Boys, and Adrienne Young; and have had many great shows in unlikely pairings, such as with punk and reggae bands, and even opened for garage rock legends the Fleshtones. The group plays regularly in the triangle described by the Eastern Shore, Richmond, VA, and New York City, but they are always looking to expand their range even more. They have released a couple of live CDs, and are hard at work on their studio debut, due out in 2009.
More about Chester River Runoff at www.chesterriverrunoff.com