june 4
GIGI DOVER and THE BIG LOVE
So earthen is Gigi Dover's singing that it might be echoing through canyons on the seven continents right now, with or without her involvement. But at the base of her voice is an underground welt — some sort of cosmic canker. On her new CD, Nouveau, she collaborates with her backing band the Big Love. The noise they create collectively is a slow maelstrom of what might be called "Progressive Country," but it moves way beyond that by merging Hindu strums, electric hums, a bit of reggae, soft jazz, and island rhythms into a continuous silk susurrus that may well be Mother Nature's vibrato. The songs cover all the most important terrestrial matters, including morning dew, deep love, liquid sunshine, Crazy Molly, and treacherous lovers. Yet she's still hiding something, and so is the band, but to be let in on the secret you have to perform as a listener. www.gigidover.com
june 11
 MYSTIC VIBRATIONS
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
june 18
SOUTHERN CRESCENT BAND
SOUTHERN CRESCENT is one of the most versatile and high energy variety bands in the upstate of South Carolina. Mixing a variety of music, including oldies, classic rock, pop, and blues, the band adjusts their broad song selection to each audience’s particular tastes.
www.southerncrescentband.com
june 25
THE ROBBIE DUCEY BAND
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/
july 2
HARD LUCK STORY
Hard Luck Story is a Chicago style blues band that was formed in 2005 by Chicago blues artist “Chicago Al,” who teamed up with some local Brevard, NC musicians to finalize the band.
july 9
GOLDEN
Combining the lyrical sincerity of David Gray, the musical sophistication of Steely Dan, and the dynamic energy of Maroon 5, GOLDEN is one of those rare bands that can move both the spirit and the body. Based out of Atlanta, GOLDEN has performed at Bonnaroo and the Texas Rock Fest, as well as the 2007 Fall for Greenville. www.goldentheband.com
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july 16
 MARVIN KING AND THE BLUES REVIVAL BAND
Dedicated to blues
music with a positive
message, Blues Revival
is simply a jam band
with a passion to play.
With influences such as
The Allman Brothers,
Derek Trucks Band, and
Government Mule just to
name a few. This
Greenville, South Carolina based group has many years of recording experience but definitely should be seen live to appreciate the improvisational skill and true Revival experience.
The twin lead guitar work of Marvin King and his eleven-year-old son Markus Lee are at the center of the band’s overall sound. But the extremely tight rhythm section of Chris Green on bass guitar and Jim Ball on drums pulls it all together into a well-oiled music machine.
www.marvinking.com
july 23
THE SONS OF PRAISE
july 30
THE WORK
Originally conceived as an informal improv ensemble, The Work, the horn-driven funky band from Greenville, SC, have grown into a cohesive and formidable unit of gifted musicians who have brought their diverse talents together to make for a unique experience that keeps the feet moving, faces smiling, and fans guessing what’s next. If you listen to their debut CD Bring Back the Good, you’ll hear the sound that’s been moving the feet of thousands of people around the southeast since 2001.
www.theworklive.com
august 6
 GAS HOUSE MOUSE
"The Mouse Is In The House!" Gas House Mouse returns to the Reedy River
Concert Series with their own brand of toe-tappin', grin-formin', heck with
your troubles, there's a party goin' on music. They mix a swingin' horn,
soulful guitar, funky keys, booty shakin' bass and drums and you get an
infectious blend of blues and R & B. Often asked about the name...Gas House
Mouse was a B-24
Liberator that flew in World War II. www.gashousemouse.com
august 13
 JENNIFER GOREE AND FRIENDS
Jennifer Goree is a modern day Aphrodite with a voice to match. She weaves her honest stories of life, love and sensuality over a bed of contemporary electronics and acoustic landscapes. Her story begins in Appalachia and takes her to Dublin, Tokyo, and NYC while always returning her to her soulful roots.
www.jennifergoree.com
august 20
MUDFISH
Southern funk/blues/rock group, MudFish is a light hearted feel good project that sounds like crickets and bull frogs; smells like frying fish and chicken on a southern swamp sandbar; tastes like home made wine; and feels like the cotton dress on a young woman's hip as she sways in a hot summer night. Sing the gospel, play the blues, and find the rhythms that make hearts move.
www.myspace.com/mudfishband
august 27
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.
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