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Deck Stage A (Taproom Deck)
7:30 CHOWDERFOOT
(SEAFORD, DE)
Chowderfoot is a band that knows no boundaries, bridging the gap
between Rock, Funk, Fusion and Reggae. Chowderfoot conveys a very
unique sound, with a stage presence, energy and positive attitude
enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
8:40 FOOLS
AND HORSES (BALTIMORE, MD)
Fools & Horses had forged the edge of classic rock with the
finesse of new British rock, redefining rock 'n' roll in a way the
music business has never seen. They are just plain rock —
without any additional baggage.
10:00 NEGATIVE
SPACE (BETHLEHEM, PA)
With 3 independent releases, 20,000 records sold, Negative Space
has gained the respect of the industry and amassed a significant
east coast fanbase. Modern Rock WJSE Atlantic City and Active Rock
WQXA Harrisburg/York supports the band with significant airplay.
12:20 LOVE
SEED MAMA JUMP (DEWEY BEACH, DE)
Love Seed Mama Jump is six-piece rock band from Sussex County, Delaware.
Their music is described as guitar-driven pop rock — a blend
of modern beats and melodic hooks delivered with powerful, impassioned
vocals. After releasing 4 CD's independently and garnering a reputation
as one of the most energetic and engaging live shows on the East
Coast, the band has released it's first nationally promoted CD on
the Artemis/Plump recording label out of New York City. The new
self-titled CD continues the Love Seed tradition of fun and intensity
— from the playfulness of "My Superstar" and "Bored"
to the open frankness of "Flying Solo" and "Life."
Enjoy!
Deck Stage B (Tiki Deck)
7:00 HARD
TO COME BY (DEWEY BEACH, DE)
The band formed in 2002 by a group of Indian River High School Students.
The band has been performing locally at a number of local parties
in the area. The band has a sound of Alternative, Rock and Rap all
combined into one. It's a different sound that seems to draw people
to stop and listen.
8:00 MIND
CONTROL (FEDERALSBURG, MD)
Mind Control is a female-fronted hard rock band from the eastern
shore of Maryland. hypnotizing vocals and harmonies along with aggressive
guitar riffs, powerful bass slapping, and crushing beats leave their
audiences begging for more at every performance.
9:20 MICHAEL
SHEPPARD (DC)
"POWER-ACOUSTIC MODERN-ALTERNA-ROCK" writes one reviewer!
Currently touring in support of their 2nd MILESH RECORDS CD, Ghost
Of A Chance, Michael and team drive thelr original rock —
a blend of styles and influences from Matchbox Twenty to Seal, and
Dave Matthews to Jimi Hendrix — right at you!! "Strong
vocals, memorable lyrics and melodies, huge guitars and a kick ass
rhythm section; a passionate collaboration of heart, soul, mind,
and musical integrity...!" It's no wonder he's packing them
in!!
10:40 THE
INTRIGUES (PHILADELPHIA, PA)
Inside Stage C
8:00 THE
APRIL SKIES (HARRISBURG, PA)
A band from Hershey, Pennsylvania that has been recording &
performing their original music since 1988. Think 80s/90s alternative
bands like Elvis Costello, The Cure, The Ocean Blue, The Stone Roses
and newer acts like coldplay, Interpol & The Stills
9:20 FAT DADDY
HAS BEEN (NEWARK, DE)
10:40 GOLD
MIND SQUAD (ARNOLD, MD)
In your face rock with attitude and a sensitive side. Breaking the
mold of current music and live shows, Gold Mind Squad is proof of
stars re-borning. A breath of fresh air for a promising future.
12:00 DIATRIBE
(NEWARK, DE)
Diatribe was formed as a septet in the fall of 2000. The current
incarnation consists of 2 emcees, DJ, drums, bass, guitar, and saxophone.
Winners of the Virgin/CBGB's Battle of the Bands in January of 2002,
and were finalists in the Kahunaville Summer Band Jam competition.
Diatribe integrates hip-hop, reggae, funk, and Jazz creating the
best of today's performance hip-hop.
Inside Stage D
8:40 SHAME
(READING, PA)
Shame is a powerful quartet who will release their first national
record, Brighter Than Gold, in the fall of 2004. This record
will be released on Treasure Records and was produced/engineered
by Mike Newman and Shelly Yakus.
10:00 PAWNSHOP
ROSES (PHILADELPHIA, PA)
Let's face it, Philly has not been known for its rock acts since
the late 80's and that's about to change. This young 4 piece combine
solid songwriting with enough swagger to give a 20 year old Jagger
a run for his money. A relatively new band, they have been compared
to the Stones and the Faces but that doesn't seem to bother them
one bit. Pawnshop Roses are straight ahead rock and roll tinged
with tight harmonies, Saturday night guitars and a rhythm section
that keep this train on track. Real rock and roll will never die
and Pawnshop Roses are here to prove that.
11:20 JPARIS
(REHOBOTH BEACH, DE)
JParis is a four-piece power-pop rock band in the vein of Dashboard
Confessional, Sum-41. and Something Corporate. Hailing from Dover,
DE, JParis released its first full-length album entitled 660.
Since its November release, 660 has sold nearly 1000 copies
through FYE stores with little to no airplay.
Deck Stage A (Taproom Deck)
7:00 MARLON
SPIKE (WILMINGTON, DE)
A tight groove between drums and bass, virtuosic interplay between
sax and piano, clever heartfelt lyrics, inspired songwriting, and
a sound being hailed as "refreshingly original" with "great
hooks"… Marlon Spike will fill the groove otherwise missing
in your life.
8:20 BOWMAN
(BOSTON, MA)
"As music fans brace themselves for the onslaught of hype destined
to herald the next marginally talented band or artist to "make
it," a truly gifted singer/songwriter prepares to self-release
his astounding sophomore album, Living to Dream. Boston-based
musician, Bill Bowman, is a charismatic live performer of outrageous
talent, whose music has been compared to artists are varied as Live,
The Black Crows, Dire Straits, Stephen Stills and Fables of the Reconstruction-era
REM. With the release of Living to Dream — the much-anticipated
follow up to his critically acclaimed debut album, Believe
— Bowman introduces an indelible collection of fourteen original
compositions that perfectly showcase his impressive songwriting skills,
fluid musicianship and incomparably compelling voice. You heard it
here first."
9:40 FOOLED
BY APRIL (BOSTON, MA)
The style would be brit-pop meets garage-rock, except that it's not
British and they actually play in a basement, not a garage. Regardless,
Fooled By April is celebrating the release of their debut EP, produced
by Mike Daly (Whiskeytown). In addition to their relentless touring
of the Northeast, Midwest and South, the band has played showcases
at the CMJ Music Marathon in New York City and a showcase at SXSW
2003 in Austin this past March.
11:00 U-PHONIK
(HUNTERSVILLE, NC)
Based out of Charlotte NC, high octane live show with awesome songs
delivered with tremendous emotion. Mix of brit pop à la Coldplay,
Radiohead, Travis, U2 with an american modern rock twist. Don’t
miss these guys…
12:20 ROTOGLOW
(FALLS CHURCH, VA)
ROTOGLOW's every kind of energy you can imagine. A sonic adventure,
genuine feeling channeled through rocking, vocal/guitar-driven chops.
They don't try to write 'fast'/'slow'/'love'/'hate' songs. They can't
be pigeonholed. Groove with ROTOGLOW and find something for all the
different emotions/moods you experience. Deck Stage B (Tiki Deck)
7:40 THOMAS
REED (COLUMBIA, SC)
Straightforward, melodic and unapoligetic: Thomas Reed. The South
Carolina mainstream rock band is featured on AlternativeAddiction.com's
Unsigned Top 10 Charts as well as the site's V.4 Compilation CD featuring
acts like 7 Mary 3, Flickerstick, and Stroke 9, released 08.24.04.
The band plays constantly in the major markets surrounding their hometown
including Atlanta, GA, Charleston, SC, Columbia, SC, Athens, GA, and
more. A new EP is in the works for the band.
9:00 BOXING
DAY (COLUMBIA, SC)
Boxing Day is a rock-n-roll band. A rock-n-roll band with songs powered
by Who-like volume and determination. A rock-n-roll band determined
to be heard and to recruit those that would join their No More Shitty
Music Club.
10:20 THE
PICTURE (NYC)
NYC’s The Picture blends layers of sonic indie rock with a healthy
dose of Brit-pop to create a sound that is unmistakably their own.
The band brings to mind melodies of early new wave modern rock, while
blasting through with an approach reminiscent of the British shoe-gazers
and the late 60’s “wall of sound.”
11:40 EBO
(FAIRFAX, VA)
Ebo is a band who excels in three minute gems, with influences like
the Beatles, Foo Fighters, Shudder to Think and the Deftones. Their
music has great hooks, strong vocals and exceptional songwriting powered
by a fierce rhythm section. They have performed at the 99.1 WHFStival,
DC Sessions, Nashville's Dancin' in the District, Atlanta's On the
Bricks, and numerous other festivals.
Inside Stage C
7:00 THE
APRIL SKIES (Acoustic) (HARRISBURG, PA)
8:20 MUTLU
(PHILADELPHIA, PA)
Whether it's the Soul, Funk, Jazz or Hip-Hop, there is something in
Mutlu's music that will resonate in your heart, mind and soul. Mutlu
was named one of WXPN's (88.5 FM) 2004 "Artists To Watch".
"If he can pull together a full album that exudes the breezy
feel of 'Can't Stop,' he'll be unstoppable." —Tom Moon,
Philadelphia Inquirer Music Critic
9:40 STICKBOY
(SNOW CAMP, NC)
Drawing on their mutual love and respect for emo, punk, and 80's glam
rock, Stickboy have created a signature musical sound which falls
somewhere between Jimmy Eat World and the Cars, with a healthy dose
of David Bowie thrown in just to keep life interesting. Some have
described it as "glemo" or "rock-n-roll with sprinkles",
others say it’s "punk rock for girls". Whatever you
want to call it, this unique brand of rock-n-roll thrives on catchy
hooks, strong harmonies and a raw energy that is unmatched. Whether
headlining a show or acting as the opening band in a smoky bar or
outdoor music festival, Stickboy is all about giving it to the fans.
11:00 TANGLED
THOUGHTS (PHILADELPHIA, PA)
Tangled Thoughts is a hip-hop/rock experience for the eyes and ears.
Combining the best stage performance with killer hooks and smooth
guitar riffs, they are about to take their “Modern Day Rock”
and create a whole new form of entertainment.
12:20 HALESTORM
(PHILADELPHIA. PA)
Halestorm has emerged into a rock genre that is both gritty and accessible.
Lzzy Hale has the vocal chops to pull it off, and her songwriting
is compelling and hook laden. Halestorm signed a production agreement
with producer David Ivory and is currently touring regionally sharing
stages with nationals such as, Three Days Grace, Finger Eleven, Breaking
Benjamin, Kitty & Nonpoint. Inside Stage D
7:40 CASE
150 (DILLSBURG, PA)
Case 150 is a studley group of Rock Stars known for their ability
to amply fill out their leather trousers. Actually CASE 150 is a group
of veteran twangsters playing classic Roots Rock Americana Pop, whatever
that is. The band features tight vocal harmonies, and some very strong
instrumentals.
9:00 BRANDON
WIARD AND HIS ARMY (TECUMSEH, MI)
Lush indie-pop intended for tight-fitting headphones and attentive
listening. His new album, Painting A Burning Building features
members of Ozma, The Singles, The Verve Pipe, Saturday Looks Good
To Me and Blues Traveler, among others. It is the result of two years
without food, sleep or rational thought.
10:20 JEALOUSY
CURVE (PHILADELPHIA, PA)
This is rock for the post-modern era. Atmospheric, compelling and
immediate, this is rock that demands your attention. This is Jealousy
Curve.
11:40 NONE OTHER
Deck Stage A (Taproom Deck)
7:00 RADIO
CAROLINE (BALTIMORE, MD)
Highly influenced by soul, folk, and blues music, Radio Caroline directs
their music with a spirit and presence rooted in American tradition.
Taking inspiration from greats Bob Dylan and Van Morrison, Radio Caroline
delivers a unique breed of folky soul music that aims to uplift and
inspire.
8:20 BRIDGES
& A BOTTLE (BETHLEHEM, PA)
Exploding out of Harrisburg…“Bridges” with their
soulful singing, meaningful songs, and rock-out live performances
has created high anticipation for their October release of their debut
album. Bridges creates deeply moving and uniquely captivating rock
music with an edge.
9:40 REED
WADDLE & 13TH STREET SPECIAL (GAINESVILLE, FL)
Reed Waddle and 13th Street Special combines a shuddering, groove-laden,
folky handcrafted acoustic rock/funk/jam sound and features 22-year
old Reed Waddle, a prolific singer/songwriter/guitarist in the vein
of Dave Matthews, John Mayer, Ben Harper, Adam Duritz and Jack Johnson.
11:00 GOD OR
JULIE (BROOKLYN, NY)
God or Julie is a guitar driven rock band that is not afraid to play
riffs. They are set to release their new CD What doesn't kill
you and will be on the road throughout 2005. Don't miss this
one.
12:20 BILLIONAIRE
BOYS CLUB (JERSEY CITY, NJ)
Billionaire Boys Club, or BBC, as some call it, was formed in the
summer of 2002 by four like-minded young men, tired of being told
what was cool and hell-bent on having their own say. Bored with the
same lame sounds being peddled over the airwaves, our friends in Billionaire
Boys Club resolved to be at the forefront of a revolution years overdue
— the re-birth of Rock & Roll. What they stand for is simple:
honest, catchy, guitar-driven/harmony-laden rock with street credibility.
They have a sound and image that go hand-in-hand, but they are definitely
not all style and no substance. Deck
Stage B (Tiki Deck)
5:30 FE
(MT LAUREL, NJ)
A Steel Drum fronted jam band showcasing a variety of high energy
grooves. The music represents a step in a new direction for the steel
drum by melding elements of latin and afro-cuban jazz, rock, blues
and funk.
7:40 LANKY
(WAYNE, NJ)
Lanky delivers! A resonant voice and a collection of serene yet passionate
melodies, with catchy rhythms and simple yet heartfelt lyrics. His
songs are anything but ordinary. His debut cd Inner Onwriter
was just reviewed in Performing Songwriter magazine claiming
"...the album has an irresistible innocence and longing that
is distinctly Lanky's own." And Jersey Beat magazine
called Lanky "one of the state's best singer songwriters."
He spends 200 days a year performing in the South, Southeast Midwest
and Northeast.
9:00 NEW
INVISIBLE JOY (PITTSBURGH, PA)
With the release of Trust, in February ’04, New Invisible
Joy is reaping rave reviews from critics who call it "a breathtaking
album of anthemic pop songs not unlike the one that just won ‘Record
of the Year’ at the Grammy's" (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette).
Named Pittsburgh's Best Local Unsigned Band by Citysearch.com;
New Invisible Joy has opened for several national artists such as
John Mayer, The Strokes, and Hoobastank. Chart magazine's
ChartAttack.com called one New Invisible Joy NXNE performance
"sheer gratification" with a "contagious attitude that
was immediately picked up by the crowd… excellent… wow."
The band will also be included on Volume 2 of The Best of the Songwriters
Hall of Fame New Writers Showcase to be released this May.
10:20 L.P.
(NYC)
With a headful of Marc Bolanesque curls and a red Telecaster slung
around her neck, L.P. rocks like a bitch and sings like a bastard.
With a nod and a wink to Runaways-era Joan Jett, L.P. would fit right
at Max's Kansas City in '78.
11:40 DIRT
BIKE ANNIE (JERSEY CITY, NJ)
Dirt Bike Annie is: Swimming in the public pool. Riding in your friends
car. Blasting punk rock in the parking lot of the mall. Staying out
late on a school night. Swiping a bottle out of the liquor cabinet.
And doing lots of whip-its.
Inside Stage
C
7:00 LEAH
MORGAN (DC)
Leah Morgan's critically-acclaimed debut CD was The Washington
Post Top-Pick, made Left Off the Dial's list for 'Best
Mid-Atlantic Releases of 2003', and reached the 10 top-selling albums
at Awarestore.com. She has performed her award-winning "Martini"-pop
at renowned venues including Wolf-Trap & the Kennedy Center, and
has appeared w/David Wilcox, Terry Hendrix, Brindley Brothers, and
Tom Freund.
8:20 THE
UPWELLING (BROOKLYN, NY)
The Upwelling, a Brooklyn based trio, impresses with its full sound,
overwhelming listeners, almost hypnotizing them with the crescendos
that define the critically acclaimed Upwelling sound. Currently on
tour, the band’s influences include Pink Floyd and Depeche Mode.
9:40 DAY
OF INFAMY (ORLANDO, FL)
Day of Infamy is a raucous hard rock band hailing from Orlando, Florida,
musically mature well beyond their young years. Citing influences
wide-ranging from Robert Johnson to Metallica, Day of Infamy are bound
to impress with their solid sound and thought-provoking lyrics.
11:00 JULY
FOR KINGS
With the release of their MCA/Geffen debut album Swim, Cincinnati
based rock band July For Kings garnered national attention and critical
acclaim with their hit single “Normal Life.” Their music
was also used by MTV for The Real World episodes.
12:20 THE
DEAD 50’S (HUMMELSTOWN, PA)
The Dead 50's are a three-piece Rock, Punk&Roll band born in the
wanna be city of Harrisburg, PA. From NYC to Southern California their
brand of punk rock has etched their name as the next band to break
big in the punk scene. Inside Stage D
7:40 IMAGINARY
BILL
Addictive, to-the-point Indie-Pop trio with a Beatles, Guided By Voices,
Big Star leaning. Imaginary Bill adopts their fluid grace with inventive
chords and laid back grooves to create smart, punchy songs with a
modern slant.
9:00 HUCK
(BOSTON, MA)
In a study conducted in Massachusetts since 1994, it has been found
that people who have attended Huck shows in New York, Worcester and
Boston or have listened to any of Huck's three CD's have gone on to
move out of their parents' basements, get jobs and form meaningful,
emotionally satisfying relationships with members of both sexes.
10:20 BELLGLIDE
(CHARLOTTE, NC)
Charlotte NC based band formed in 2002. Bellglide has gained a lot
of ground in a short amount of time with brilliant live shows in the
Southeast U.S. Just finished recording songs with famed producer Mitch
Easter (REM, etc.). We're coming to a town near you.
11:40 THE
JELLYBRICKS (MECHANICSBURG, PA)
Their brand new album, Power This, is loaded with relentless
hooks, killer riffs, and tight harmonies. Capturing the energy of
their live show, Power This truly justifies the band's acclaim
as "One of the hottest pop-rock acts around." —FMQB
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FOOLS AND HORSES 
NEGATIVE SPACE 
LOVE SEED MAMA JUMP 
HARD TO COME BY 
MIND CONTROL 
MICHAEL SHEPPARD

THE INTRIGUES 
THE APRIL SKIES 
GOLD MIND SQUAD 
DIATRIBE 
SHAME 
PAWNSHOP ROSES 
JPARIS 
MARLON SPIKE 
BOWMAN 
FOOLED BY APRIL 
U-PHONIK 
ROTOGLOW 
THOMAS REED 
BOXING DAY 
THE PICTURE

EBO 
MUTLU 
STICKBOY 
TANGLED THOUGHTS 
HALESTORM 
CASE 150 
BRANDON WIARD 
JEALOUSY CURVE

RADIO CAROLINE 
BRIDGES & A BOTTLE 
REED WADDLE 
BILLIONAIRE BOYS CLUB 
FE 
LANKY 
NEW INVISIBLE JOY 
L.P. 
DIRT BIKE ANNIE 
LEAH MORGAN 
THE UPWELLING 
DAY OF INFAMY 
JULY FOR KINGS 
THE DEAD 50’S 
IMAGINARY BILL 
HUCK 
BELLGLIDE 
THE JELLYBRICKS |