Mt. Vernon Male Chorus, a group of soulful men of all ages bring authentic gospel to the festival. Their sound is a perfect way to kick off the music at the festival. They were so well regarded at the 2019 festival, we were delighted when they agreed to come back and sing for us in 2021. (Gospel)
John Bolger John began playing his guitar as a teen-ager and has expanded his repertoire from a few chords and folk songs to a full spectrum of blues, swing and rock by listening to countless records and tapes and working out the musical logic behind the various styles. His vocals and band add a rich dimension as he performs on acoustic and electric guitar. John and his band are popular performers at festivals, breweries and wineries in the region. Stop by and see why! (Blues, Swing, Rock) » Website
Feedback is a high energy 5-piece band featuring the dynamic lead vocals of Vernette Hill. Feedback has opened for national acts such as Eddie Money, Rik Emmett (of Triumph) and Steve Augeri (of Journey). Their performance will take you on a musical journey through time and a wide range of musical genres. Feedback is a crowd-pleaser everywhere they play. (Classic Rock, Blues and Motown to Country and Modern hits) » Website
For Steve Grills, the Blues has been a life long journey. As a youngster, he heard the music of Big Bill Broonzy, Leadbelly and Lightnin' Hopkins from his father's record collection. » Website
Artistic License Artistic License has been playing in the Finger Lakes area since 2013. The trio provides a strong rhythm/bass section with saxophone on lead. The band plays a mixture of classic jazz standards, blues, and swing. “Not stuffy jazz! We play to the audience,” is how Casey–the saxophonist-likes to categorize their sound. The group can pick up the tempo for dancing, or slow it down for ambiance. (Classic jazz, blues and swing) » Website
Playing traditional Celtic songs and tunes from Ireland, Scotland, and beyond, this 4-piece band from rural NY does it with fire! Whether playing a fast slip jig, singing a broadside ballad, or teaching a simple dance, Three Stone Fire puts everything they have into what they do with powerful vocals and strong melodies applied to traditional tunes. (Celtic)