HighPoint Music Festival begins at noon on Friday, August 20th and runs through noon on the 22nd. The camping festival is held at Zane Shawnee Caverns 7092 St. Rt. 540 in Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311
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| ekoostik hookah | ||
One of the most original and energetic acts around today, ekoostik hookah is the nucleus of a family drawn to its lucid, improvisational treatment of psychedelic rock ’n’ roll, blues, funk, jazz and bluegrass layered with rich harmonies. Born early in 1991 in a smoky basement bar, the band has been continually evolving, cultivating a sound that has perked the ears of contemporaries and attracted fans who travel miles to hear them play. The Ohio-based band began jamming during weekly open-mic nights when vocalist/keyboardist Dave Katz, lead guitarist Steve Sweney, bassist Cliff Starbuck and guitarist/vocalist John Mullins had full-time gigs with popular bands. The ensemble quickly found a following and began this odyssey when a stranger who heard them at a party bankrolled a trip to the studio to record Under Full Sail. By the end of recording, band members had committed themselves full-time to ekoostik hookah. Drummer Eric Lanese joined in 1993. Since then, the band has undergone a few changes in personnel, including the departure of Starbuck and the addition of bassist Phil Risko and the departure of John Mullins and addition of guitarist/singer/songwriter Eric Sargent in 2010. ekoostik hookah has always independently handled every aspect of its growth. |
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| Romeo Champagne | ||
| Romeo Champagne encompasses various styles we all love; Rock & Roll, Funk, Blues, Jazz, Groove Music, Reggae, New Orleans, and the list goes on. The grooves are tight and the vocals strong with a heady sound that is both unique and addictive, guaranteed to make you shake what you got. The fusion found in this band culminates into a style their own, mixing tight arrangements with what they call "improvisation with intent". | ||
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| Jones for Revival | ||
| Ohio grown - Jones For Revival formed in 2004. Ever since the beginning the band's goal has been to re-introduce the improvisational aspect of music into groovy, upbeat tunes that audiences of all ages could enjoy. While covering many different genre's of music (such as Funk, Reggae, Afro-Pop, Jazz, Disco, House, Drum&Bass) and with the amount of energy flowing through each members body while performing on stage, Jones's live set speaks for itself. Throughout the journey the band has strengthened their ability to project a positive vibe to their listeners and has gained a following of loyal fans who share the same musical understanding and appreciation as they do. Jones has worked with many quality acts such as Further, Keller Williams, Glass Harp, Tea Leaf Green, BoomBox, Ekoostik Hookah, Blue Oyster Cult, Jerry DePizzo of O.A.R., and Zach Deputy. The band also has their own annual music festival - JONESFEST - held at Ohio's famous Nelson Ledges Quarry Park. Jones For Revival's live show captures the audiences attention. From the double sax solo's to the mind bending guitar improvisation music lovers can't help but groove to the unique sounds. Jones is a firm believer in the power of music and will continue to fill people's souls with great energy for years to come. |
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| Rumpke Mountain Boys | ||
| Founded in 2000 the Rumpke Mountain Boys have spent almost a decade developing their very unique style of Jamgrass. Their spontaneous live shows draw from an evergrowing list of originals mixed with songs from nearly every genre of music. Using bluegrass instruments the Rumpkes intertwine over a century of music, from traditional mountain music to Tom Waits, Jimmy Cliff, John Hartford, The Grateful Dead and everything in between. Based out of Cincinnati, the Rumpke Mountain Boys have appeared at Tall Stacks, Paddle Fest, River Town Breakdown, and many other local events. They have also performed at Hookaville, Terrapin Hills, and hosted Snugglefest, a two day music festival near Oxford, Ohio. Rumpke also headlined the OU Halloween party in Athens, to a receptive crowd of thousands of costume clad party goers. Their efforts have earned them mutltiple CEA(Cincinnati Entertainment Award) nominations and awards. | ||
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| Mike Perkins | ||
| I hear music everywhere. Always have. Beats and melodies are constantly swirling around in my head. Although I technically write my own songs, I feel like it's more accurate to say that I find them. I often hear songs in my dreams, wake up, and then hurry to my guitar before the subtle nuances of the music escape me. I also enjoy noticing rhythms in the physical world. Whether it's a pattern in the clouds, bands of wind blowing across a field of tall grass, birds talking to each other, the changing of the seasons, a crackling campfire, babies turning into old people, or the sound of my dogs snoaring, rhythm is EVERYWHERE. On stage, I feel like a kid that gets to play on an infinite jungle gym..... always finding something new to swing on or climb. When playing music, the only limitation is your imagination. You can go anywhere you want. I think that's why I tend to sing with my eyes closed. I feel like my best songs are still ahead of me, but that's probably what every musician thinks. Otherwise, the "jungle gym" would start to get boring. | ||
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| Sharon Lane | ||
| I've been making music for as long as I can remember. I never felt as though I had a choice. It just came naturally. I thought everyone made-up songs. It was hard to believe when I found out different. I fell in love with all music. No matter how those 12 notes were played, no matter what genre, I wanted to be part of it. I discovered the piano when I was three. That would be the starting point for me. I thought the piano was the most magnificent thing in the world. It wasn't a toy and I understood that from the beginning. I knew this was going to be a serious and wonderful relationship for the rest of my life. |
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| Carl Schumacher Band w/ Michael
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| Rolling Stone magazine writes of Carl Schumachers' performance at Slims in San Fransisco with Joe Louis Walker; "Schumacher raises those around him to impassioned levels".
Vocalist/keyboardist Carl Schumacher has performed with many well known artist including Huey Lewis, Grammey award winning Terrance Simien of New Orleans, and two time W.C.Handy recipient Joe Louis Walker. With over thirty albums to his credit,including 5 of his own original music, Carl has teamed up with Guitarist Michael Kotur, drummer Crescendo Backas, and harp man Steve Holster for an energetic, funky, soul sound that will make you want to dance. |
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| Skeleton Crew | ||
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| Moser Woods | ||
| Moser Woods is a two piece , progressive, instrumental, rock band comprised of keys and drums. Lance Hoeppner and Rick Kinney have been creating music together for over 12 years. This experience has lead to performances with many great acts such as Buckethead, Rusted Root, Lotus, and many more (listed below). With their unique sound and great live show, Moser Woods has established a niche that is all their own. Playing for thousands of people each year Moser Woods has created a large fan base in the mid-west and is always looking to expand. Their live show is not something you can forget, creating a massive sound with only two musicians on stage. | ||
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| The Groove Prophets | ||
| Blues, funk, reggae, psychedelic and rock influences combine to create a band beyond classification. From the sweet mellow sounds of southern rock to the wild, chaotic psychedelic freekouts, the Groove Prophets move like a swift vessel of hope in a music world dominated by mediocrity…a rhythmic, harmonic and lyric tye-dye across a dark, bland and grey world. The only way to experience this unique creation is to dive in, to become a part of the ever-evolving universe of sound, light, and near ritualistic dance, and ultimately to become a part of the show itself- a mix of music, intoxication of the senses, and a colorful array of people that range from weird to wild. The force that drives the celebration is the Groove Prophets. Drawing from classic rock and psychedelic pioneers such as the Grateful Dead, The Doors, and the Band, as well as jam heavyweights such as Phish, Widespread Panic, Moe., and the Black Crowes, and even entering the weird realm of bands like The Mars Volta, Ween and Tool, The Groove Prophets experiment within a unique structure. There is no limit to how far the music can be taken. At the helm of this musical vehicle is the rhythm section of Jim Fultz and Brandon Pappas. With thundering drums and percussion, they shape the backbone of this unit. The powerful bass of Tony Quintus moves the band into a new funky dimension, while the triple threat attack of Josh Riley’s keys/organ/synth combo add an ethereal layer to the mix. The prolific writing/arranging/rhythm guitar playing of Don Gordon add intelligence and direction, while the face melting guitar acrobatics of Ryan Bunetta set the group afire. Join us as we see just how deep the rabbit hole goes. | ||
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| Mercury Mouth | ||
| Formed in 2009, Mercury Mouth is from Yellow Springs, Ohio, and include guitarist and vocalist Jake Diebold, bassist and vocalist Brendan Moore, drummer and vocalist Dylan Sage and on the Rhodes, Jay Teilhet. Each member has a serious passion for music and has performed professionally since their formative years. They have a tremendous sense of appreciation for rich music and desire to shape their sounds into something meaningful. Diebold's lyrical voice and his kinetic energy are channeled through a colorful collective of the bands overall performance. | ||
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| Wheels | ||
| Wheels is a high energy folk-rock band from Yellow Springs, Ohio, consisting of Sam Salazar playing mandolin and ukulele, Rory Papania on guitar, and Jamie Scott blowing the harp, the entire band shares harmony vocals. Salazar and Papania met at Friends Music Camp in 2009 and starting playing folk and bluegrass together on the streets soon after. When Scott joined them one day with a borrowed harmonica, having never played the instrument before, the nucleus of Wheels was formed. Salazar plays 9 other instruments outside of the band, including piano, tuba, and trombone. Papania also plays cello and bass and will soon be adding banjo to the band. All three of the band members play djembe (African drum) with Scott adding the steady beat to a few songs. Starting out playing at open mic nights at Peach's Grill, the band got their first break when Mindy and Patrick "Brother Bear" Harney, the owners of Brother Bear's Coffeehouse in Yellow Springs, invited them to play at the first series of "BearFoot Boogie" dance parties they sponsored for the community. At the Peach's open mic nights, the band also met Scott Blaze and Bear Wright, known to their fans as Full Circle. After sharing the bill at the BearFoot Boogie, Full Circle invited Wheels to join them on their annual spring tour. | ||
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| 5 Elements | ||
| With continuous crowd movement that never lets up and High energetic performances, 5 Elements proudly represent a unique Youngstown vibed Rust Belt Reggae. 5 Elements have earned their loyal fan base by entertaining and playing live shows in Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Kent, and Columbus, as well as the music scene from their own backyards of Youngstown, Ohio.
Having formed in 2006 the band started out long before than as the members have been friends since grade school and started playing music together in high school. Years later they decided to take thier act on the road and have been building an amazing grassroots fanbase from playing house parties, and live shows all across North East Ohio! Influences, 311, Beastie Boys, Ini Kamoze, Rage Against the Machine, Cypress Hill, Bloodhound Gang, Jurassic 5, Chilli Peppers, Sublime, GnR, Bone, Tool, Op Ivy, Eek-a-Mouse, De La Soul, Gregory Isaacs, Eazy-E, The Wailers, Weezer, Reel Big Fish, Beatles(jus gee), Clutch, Primus, Fugees, The Marleys, and.........Ace of Base. |
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| Terrapin Moon | ||
| Terrapin Moon grew out of the desire to explore the music of The Grateful Dead. With a vast amount of experience, the four members, Charlie,Steve,David, and Tom transcend in to a musical conversation that brings the material to life in their own unique style. Much like the Grateful Dead their repertoire is sprinkled with classic and traditional covers. The addition of Bill Kurzenberger as a guest keyboardist,brings another bit of creative energy to the shows ! | ||
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| The Young Stonians | ||
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| Josi Dogma | ||
| Josi Dogma is the newest band to hit the Ohio scene and they are making a big splash. Comprised of former members of The Maji and The Goods, Rob Brockman, Dino Dimitrouleas, Cody Otten, and Nathan Springhart has been playing throughout the region for years creating memories and music for fans throughout the scene. Now in Josi Dogma, the band reproduces songs done by both bands at the same time writing new material creating a fresh new sound that will leave fans wanting more. | ||
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| The Soul Rebels | ||
| Soul Rebels is a reggae/dub/jamband erupting with positivity and blessed with creativity. All the members are based in the mult-I-far-I-ous community of Yellow Springs, OH. Our influences start with early reggae and traverse the musical globe. Scott, the drummer has a passion for trees. John, lead guitarist, works the earth to feed the masses. Bass player (Papa Iri Dreadlocks) plays with a guitarist’s passion and rhythm guitarist/vocalist, Jony Dreds comes with a message to share. Rounding out the band are Marnie, keyboardist and owner of Starflower Natural Foods, and Sister Iria Organica, chanting mother of three whose inspiration and wisdom enlighten us all! Our energy on stage is infectious. We bring a positive vibe that will elevate your mind and make you want to move your waist! | ||
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| Ointment | ||
| Ointment is a power-trio lurching its way through a near-constant state of gritty improvisation in search of high points. We play cathartic jams with the intent to blow open our pipes, release the mundane toxins that build up over the workweek, and if all goes well scare ourselves to death. We resist the temptation to sing the song, instead building elastic strands of transitional phrases that are as full of recoveries as they are crescendos. Pat McHugh is a locomotive breathing down our backs, driving his drum kit into submission. Sol is a madman on the thunder bass, coaxing the solar plexus into spastic joy. Tim Callahan’s guitar work reflects his ongoing effort to work off the debt owed to his very own devil, resulting in searing surgical peeling of the lower brain stem. Ointment is occasionally a creamy shotgun shell, rarely a soothing balm, and not necessarily medicinal. | ||
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| Full Circle | ||
| Full Circle began as a band on April 20th, 2007. The musician line up has always been
the same. Today, guitarist Blaze
Wright takes care of almost all of the lead and some of the rhythm work. He has been known to jump in on harmonica,
percussion, violin, mandolin, saxophone, ukulele and bass. He writes, using piano as well as his
other instruments and sings lead and harmony vocals. Harmonica Boss, Nicklas 'Bear" Wright takes care of
blues/groove duties on harp and also doubles on percussion. Bear sings lead and harmony vocals and
also plays bass on some of the songs in the band's repertoire. He writes using guitar and ukulele as
well as bass. The boys are 4th
generation harmonica players.
Scotty Wright, the father, is a harmonica player turned rhythm guitarist
for Full Circle. He plays rhythm
behind the band and sometimes a bit of lead. He sings lead and harmony vocals and can also be caught
sometimes playing a bit of harmonica now and then. The band tries to create a 'Ride' with every set and has
spent the last few years on the road nearly every weekend playing in Ohio and
Michigan. Each Full Circle show
flier is unique and features a different, fictitious production company in
tribute to friend/poet John Deselem.
In 2009-2010 the band had an opportunity to contribute to a motion
picture soundtrack. They recorded
three songs for the independent film "The Line Shack", two originals
and one traditional, all instrumental. In the spring of 2010 Full Circle asked
Wheels to be their opening act and both bands took to the road and became a
part of each others' energy as Wheels exploded onto the scene. The bands would play together as one at
every show in between the two sets.
Local Yellow Springs disc jockey Clean Gene Lohman has run sound for the
band nearly from the start and has become a part of the bands' family as well
as its history. The boys' mother,
Rachel Litteral, frequently turns up at shows as a guest vocalist, lending her
lead and harmony vocals to many a show.
Scott Stolsenberg has been onboard as a photographer since June of
2007. He has taken countless
pictures of the band, both onstage and candidly and his work is well documented
on the band's fliers and soon on a t-shirt as well. The band has survived the road through perseverance,
dedication and the efforts of friends, who have become family and who are
always there to help carry equipment, lend support in countless ways, and
sometimes even point the way to the next show. YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE AND WE LOVE YOU! |
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| Blue Moon Soup | ||
| The flavor of Blue Moon Soup is certainly a unique one, a blend of styles and genres that will leave your senses ringing. A base of Folk stock with a dash of Bluegrass and a couple hints of Rock n Roll, there's something for everyone. It's just like Mama used to make! | ||
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| Spanish Tony Sanchez | ||
| Based in Yellow Springs, Ohio and made up of family and friends, Spanish Tony Sanchez blends a mix of classic and contemporary blues and rock n' roll. | ||
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