june 3
 PictureMeFree (Rock/Pop)
PictureMeFree is a jam/rock band comprised of 5 life-long musicians between the ages of 21-24. The band formed in Clemson, SC and currently calls Nashville home. PictureMeFree is striving to develop the same radio success/ quality live-show ability as great bands that have influenced them such as The Grateful Dead, Led Zeppelin, The Allman Brothers, Pink Floyd, Rage Against the Machine, The Beatles, The Dave Matthews Band, and My Morning Jacket, among others. Each member possesses the ability to express any musical thoughts through their respective instruments as well as an uncanny ability to improvise live as a group. A live PictureMeFree show is a non-stop high energy rock show that features many original songs and a sprinkling of classic covers.
www.picturemefree.com
june 10
The Robbie Ducey Band (Blues/Rock)
It is rare when an artist can infuse the elements of Rock, Soul, Funk, and Blues into their song writing and playing style, and create a truly unique sound of their own. Robbie has managed to do this while staying true to his roots, but always pushing the envelope. His vocal style is soulful, gritty, sensual, and direct, all of which draw the listener in to the song and lyric content. With 'magic' Mark Jones on Bass Guitar and vocals, and newest member, Jim 'the mind' Bender on drums and vocals, the band has never sounded better. Currently touring in support of their latest release "Acey Ducey", this band keeps the dream alive, and delivers on what counts the most--great music and great performance.
www.robbieducey.com/
june 17
 Fernandina (Folk/Indie)
Fernandina is an indie/alt/folk band that specializes in catchy melodies, dynamic soundscapes, soaring vocals, and lyrical accessibility. The writing and vocals of founding member Amy Coccia venture into cross-genre territory, leaving no stone unturned. With influences like the citified, country-tinged songs of Rilo Kiley & Neko Case, the anthem inspiring rock-and-roll of Jimmy Eat World, the catchy electronic stylings of The Postal Service, and the raw, gritty vocals of Janis Joplin and Stevie Nicks, Coccia’s bag of tricks seems endless. http://www.myspace.com/gowestrock
june 24
Mystic Vibrations (Reggae)
The strong roots of Mystic Vibrations began in Little London, Westmoreland, Jamaica and brought to the US in 1992 by Ric Williams. Credited to their name are two self released studio albums (People Get Ready and Busy Street) and one live recording (Live In Finlay Park). A busy schedule keeps the band constantly on the road touring the eastern US from New York to Florida. The band is a four-piece rhythm section of exceptionally talented musicians; Andrew Whitaker (drums), George 'Raheem' Johnson (bass), Janae Davis (keyboards and backing vocals) and Ric Williams (guitar and lead vocals). The band has established a large fan base that has steadily grown over the years. Their music speaks of love, unity, peace amongst all mankind, and the trials and tribulations of oppressed people. www.mystikmuzik.com
july 1
Last Road Bluegrass (Bluegrass)
LAST ROAD is a South Carolina based group which is comprised of four energetic, talented musicians and vocalists who feature a wide selection of traditional, contemporary and Gospel bluegrass music. They combine the influences of first generation performers like Flatt and Scruggs, Bill Monroe, and the Osborne Brothers and more recent acts such as Blue Highway, and Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder. LAST ROAD entertains at many different functions around the Southeast such as festivals, city concerts, weddings and other private functions and frequent many local restaurants around the upstate area.
http://www.lastroadbluegrass.com/
july 8
 Josh Roberts and the Hinges (Rock)
Josh Roberts and the Hinges, formed in early 2005 and immediately began touring and recording. Their brand of rock n’ roll is the culmination of country, blues, punk and soul influences intertwined with the raunchy guitar work of Josh Roberts. “The Sugar Bird Test,” their debut release, was released in September 2005 to excellent reviews and good sales. The band released “My War Cry is Amor” in 2007 and received great reviews from press throughout the southeast and online. Josh Roberts has performed across the country from Denver to D.C. and has shared stages with artists as diverse as Band of Horses, Jason Isbell (Drive by Truckers), Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Billy Joe Shaver, JGB, Moonshine Still, Stockholm Syndrome, Angie Aparo, Leon Russell, Sevendust, Acoustic Syndicate, moe., and many more.
http://www.joshrobertsmusic.com/
july 15
Gas House Mouse (Blues/R&B)
Returning Reedy River Concert Series performers Gas House Mouse has been making music since February, 2003. The band features five road proven musicians from the Spartanburg, SC and Asheville, NC areas. Gas House Mouse’s blend of Blues, R&B, Rock and even Zydeco has proven to be a crowd pleaser. Whether it’s an outdoor festival or club, the band comes to entertain with their unique selection and presentation of songs. It’s an infectious blend guaranteed to go straight to your feet. Their latest CD, “On A Mission” would be a welcomed addition to any music collection
www.gashousemouse.com
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july 22
Pinna (Funk/Rock)
Originating from the halls of the University of South Carolina school of Music, Pinna has been providing the Columbia music scene with a fresh new sound for three years. The band consists of Ryan Ball (drums, George Fetner (guitar and vocals), Josh Miley (bass), and Tim Pape (keyboards). The band has won two Battles of the Bands played nearly thirty shows, and performed headlining and opening concerts at Five Points Pub, Headliners, Cumberlands (of Charleston, SC), the Charleston Pour House, New Brookland Tavern, Group Therapy, The Lancaster Tavern, and the Botanical Gardens at the Riverbanks Zoo. Its first studio release entitle “Parallel Dimensions” briefly showcased the energy and experimentation that this funk-rock jam band emits during live performances making a strong case for the high level of musicianship that this band retains.
www.pinnaband.com
july 29
Southern Crescent (Variety)
Southern Crescent, based out of Greenville, SC, was formed in 1980 by drummer and manager, Jim Ball. Known for its versatility and high energy, the band performs a mixture of oldies, classic rock, rhythm & blues and beach, always adjusting the music to the audience's particular tastes. After playing clubs, festivals and concerts throughout the country, releasing two albums, one of which resulted in a single being recommended by Billboard magazine, Southern Crescent came off the road in 1988. Establishing itself as a private party band, the group began performing for the general public again in 2007, due to numerous requests from long time fans.
www.southerncrescentband.com
august 5
The Jef Chandler Band (Country/Folk)
Jef Chandler is a singer/songwriter from Greenville, SC who has been performing in the southeast for two decades. In that time he has released four CD's, three solo efforts and one with the Upstate band Big Brown Bowl, of which Chandler is a founding member. An eclectic writer, Chandler composes music that is a blend of roots rock, country, bluegrass, and the blues. In the fall of 2004, Chandler released his second solo CD Everything Good is on the Highway, from which the song Empire of Idle Thoughts charted in the top 100 on the indie Country charts in Europe in March of 2005. Account, the new album from the Jef Chandler Band that features a number of great players from the state of South Carolina, including Charles Hedgepath, Mike Bagwell, Chris Garrett and Kevin Heuer, was released in January 2009. Currently, Chandler is playing venues and festivals in the southeast in support of the album Account.
http://www.jefchandler.com/
august 12
The Dirty Audibles (Blues/Rock)
The Dirty Audibles is a newly formed musical trio that explores a heavier blues driven direction. Comprising of singer/guitarist Eric Weiler, bassist Daniel Casasanta and drummer Nathan Cummings “The Dirty Audibles” mix up rock, soul and pop into a stew of heavy blues. Their repertoire includes unforgettable originals as well as pulling out their own style on some old numbers from artists like Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Ben Harper, The Black Crowes, Jimi Hendrix, and The Allman Brothers.
august 19
 Angela Easterling (Country/Indie)
Having established a recognizable name in the vibrant West Coast country music scene, Angela Easterling says she hopes to bring her music to an even wider audience. Angela’s unique sound and soulful writing caught the attention of DJ Doc Holiday and later, Chris Morris, who soon began airing her songs on the “Watusi Rodeo” alt-country show on radio station Indie 103.1. Even with no label backing her, songs such as “River Jordan” and “Earning Her Wings” still resonated with Watusi listeners. After making a few live appearances on the “Rodeo”, Angela went on to perform on the same bill as Lucinda Williams, Deana Carter, Victoria Williams, Dave Alvin, John Doe and Michelle Shocked. Angela has had radio play and appeared live across America, opening for such legendary artists as Ray Price, Radney Foster, Suzy Bogguss and the Oak Ridge Boys. Several of her songs were picked up by the Animal Planet reality series “Horse Power”.
www.angelaeasterling.com
august 26
True Blues (Blues)
TRUE BLUES has become a Greenville and Upstate South Carolina mainstay since its inception in 1990. They started as a power trio with Joey Gunter on guitar and vocals, Pete Cash on bass, and Pete's brother Joe Cash on drums. They recently added Bill Pappas from Athens, GA on keyboards and guitar. Members of the band write about half of the material they play, which ranges from straight-ahead blues, to rockin' Texas style blues, to jazzy blues, to songs that can be categorized only as original "True Blues". In addition, they cover songs by B. B. King, The Allman Brothers Band, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and others.
trueblues.homestead.com
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