May
17
Thu
LEVI STEPHENS
May 17 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
LEVI STEPHENS

An American singer, songwriter, and producer.

May
18
Fri
MATT WALLER
May 18 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
MATT WALLER

Matt Waller is a musician hailing from the Northern Virginia/Richmond area. His looping abilities set him aside as one of the premier performers in the DMV area. His shows are energetic, crowd-interactive performances of pop, hip hop, reggae, rock and country music from the 50’s to today. If you happen to catch a show you will know you were apart of something special!

DAN BARRY
May 18 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
DAN BARRY

Dan Barry is a singer-songwriter who blends influences of rock, jazz, folk, and soul into a unique sound.

May
19
Sat
CHRIS CASSADAY
May 19 @ 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
CHRIS CASSADAY
Growing up, music was always a prominent part of Chris Cassaday’s life. Whether it be singing in the back seat of his mom’s car, or watching his dad play the drums, Chris was hooked on music at an early age. And after receiving his first guitar at age 14, Chris honed his songwriting skills over the next few years, playing in various bands and as a solo act throughout high school and college.
After graduating from JMU in 2014, Chris independently released his first professionally recorded solo album The Savannah Sessions on May 25th, 2015. Chris got to work with producer/engineer Ted Bowne Of Passafire, one of Chris’s greatest influences and favorite musicians. Chris’s original song My Oh My off of the album was sought out by Sirius XM radio and is now being played regularly on Sirius XM’s the Coffee House (Ch. 14). Chris also performed a live session for Sirius XM in September 2015 that was featured on the air. After two years of extensive live performances around the country, Chris released his next studio effort Stranger Places on April 10th, 2017.
Chris has performed live for countless audiences both solo and with his band “The Cassaday Concoction” all over the country and even abroad and has proven quickly that he is a must-see live act. Chris’s unique blend of blues, rock, folk and funk, and his thunderous, distinctive voice have started to gather him a significant following. The sky is the limit for this Washington, DC based singer-songwriter.
BRAMBLETON BEERFEST
May 19 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
BRAMBLETON BEERFEST @ Brambleton Town Center
We are participating in the Brambleton Brew Fest, presented by Lost Rhino Retreat and the Brambleton Town Center!

It will be filled with tons of local craft beer, live music, food trucks, and more!

PARTICIPATING BREWERIES: 2 Silos, Lost Rhino, Old Ox Brewing, Heritage Brewing, DC Breu Brewing, Solace Brewing, Ono Brewing Company, Legends Brewing, Bold Rock Hard Cidery, AND MORE!

LOCATION: Brambleton Town Center

TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bram-brew-fest-2018-tickets-43756160855

  • $35 per person (plus service fees) in advance. Included in your ticket: entrance, tasting glass, and UNLIMITED POURS!
  • $40 per person (plus service fees) at the gate. Included in your ticket: entrance, tasting glass, and ULIMITED POURS!
  • $10 Designated Driver Ticket – Includes one free root beer
  • $10 13 – 20 year old – includes one free root beer
  • Kids 12 and under are free.

Several Food Trucks will be available for food purchase.

ENTERTAINMENT: 

1:00pm – 3:00pm – Monster Band
3:30pm – 6:00pm – Soho Down

Look out for EARLY BIRD SPECIALS!

  • No Pets
  • No Smoking
  • No Coolers
  • No Weapons
  • No Tents/Canopys
  • Blankets and Chairs are welcome.

ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

RAINDATE – If we get a complete washout, we will move the event to May 20th.

JOE BERNUI
May 19 @ 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm
JOE BERNUI

Joe Bernui is described as “Solo Acoustic”, playing mostly Rock cover songs and a healthy dose of originals too. Covers include mostly 70’s, 90’s and some millennials.

ROCK SOUP
May 19 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
ROCK SOUP

In early 2015, bassist Ron Jennings and guitarist Michael Lavrich started rehearsals for a new cover band project in Gainesville, Virginia. Over the course of the next few months, drummer Jon Lareau and vocalist Danielle Sanders joined the project, and the group proceeded to spend the following months woodshedding on a variety of rock and pop songs. The group began playing out under the name Audio Entanglement Theory, until the band was dissolved in the spring of 2016.

During the early summer of 2016, Rock Soup was formed by Ron Jennings, Mike Lavrich, Danielle Sanders, and Michael Bacon on drums. Soon after the formation of Rock Soup, vocalist Danielle sanders departed the group. After an extensive search for a new vocalist, lead vocalist and guitarist Brian Johnson joined the group in the fall of 2016.

With the final lineup set, the band quickly started learning new material. During initial rehearsals the band quickly found common ground playing 90’s rock. With each member having an independent taste in music, the band’s set list quickly grew to include rock, pop, and R&B hits from the 70’s through today. With a diverse and high energy set list, Rock Soup has quickly established itself as one of the premier rock cover bands in the Northern Virginia and Washington D.C area.

May
20
Sun
KENNEY HOLMES
May 20 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
KENNEY HOLMES

Kenney’s vocal style and instrumental prowess has wowed audiences for over 40 years nationally and internationally. He has been compared to BB King perhaps because his choice of instrument is a gold gilded “Lucille” guitar inlaid with mother of pearl or maybe it is just that he plays the blues with the intensity of a seasonal blues man. He has also been compared to the likes of George Benson and Wes Montgomery as Kenney is an accomplished jazz guitarist and vocalist.

JASON SAITTA
May 20 @ 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm
JASON SAITTA

Jason Saitta is a 19 year-old singer/songwriter from Chantilly, VA studying Audio Engineering Technology and Computer Science at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. While his main focus has been as a singer and guitarist, Jason enjoys playing a number of other instruments including piano, bass, and harmonica. He is an avid, all-around musician who loves to express himself through writing, recording, and producing his own music, performing alternative, pop and classic rock covers, as well as original songs.

May
22
Tue
WESLEY SPANGLER
May 22 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
WESLEY SPANGLER

If ever there was a natural born entertainer, it would be Wesley Spangler. Rasied in Southern, MD, he now resides in Nashville, TN. For the past 10 years he’s been performing at various venues up and down the east coast. Known for his energy and antics on stage, Wesley brings his audience “into” his shows. His multi-instrument talent is showcased on several sings such as playing the fiddle in “Mountain Music” by Alabama. Over the past 10 years, Wesley has opened up for acts such as Rodney Atkins, Colt Ford, LoCash, Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton, and many more!

May
23
Wed
KARA & MATTY D DUO
May 23 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
KARA & MATTY D DUO

Kara and Matty D bring the unique perspective of a married couple joining forces in an acoustic duo. Great songs from all eras, strong playing, fun chemistry and top-notch vocal harmonies.

May
24
Thu
ANDREW BURLESON
May 24 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
ANDREW BURLESON

Guitarist and vocalist from Columbia, South Carolina. Currently resides in Old Town Alexandria, right outside of DC. Influenced by Classic and Southern Rock as well as BluesR&B, Hip Hop and Alternative Rock. Has played all over the Carolinas for the last 3 years and is now emerging in the DC, Marland, Virginia scene. Plays solo as well as experienced front man for a number of musicians and bands.

May
25
Fri
BREWGRASS FESTIVAL MAY 25 – 27
May 25 – May 27 all-day
BREWGRASS FESTIVAL MAY 25 - 27

Bluegrass, Beer and BBQ “Celebrating all that’s good!”

KING STREET BLUEGRASS
May 25 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
KING STREET BLUEGRASS

WAMMIE nominees, King Street Bluegrass is a kickin’ acoustic mix of Traditional Bluegrass Country and Folk music with some spicy originals thrown in. The instrumental skill is formidable, with harmonies and a way of endearing themselves and connecting to their audiences.
Quote from Bluegrass Spin Mag- “…their collective love of making music can’t help but wash over the audiences…this band gets it right by producing just the right Blend of instrumentation and vocal harmonization to create a bluegrass sound that is pure magic to the ears”–Jan, 2014

RANDY THOMPSON
May 25 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
RANDY THOMPSON

Now 6 albums into an eclectic and powerful career that has included 5 top 40 Americana releases, singer/songwriter Randy Thompson continues to make his home in small town Clifton, Virginia. His music lovingly embraces the past even as it pulls it kicking, picking, singing, rocking – its way into the 21st Century. Since the release of his album ‘Further On’ in 2008, he has also toured extensively in Europe, performing as well as headlining festivals in Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, France, Norway and the UK. He has had a total of 12 singles reach the top 10 on the International Hotdisc chart and 3 Top 20 appearances on the ‘Euro Americana’ album chart.

His 2012 release ‘Collected’ was on many ‘Top 10 album of the year’ lists including ‘Outlaw Magazine’ and ‘Country Music People’. Renowned Texas music critic Dave Pilot named ‘Collected’ as one of his ‘Top 10 All Time Albums’.

Randy Thompson Band will be on the road in 2018 both in US and in Europe with a brand new release, ‘War,Peace,Love,Fear’. Forged on the road and carved from hard-lived experience. This collection finds the artist in confident, reflective, peak career form.

May
26
Sat
WOODBRIDGE BEERFEST
May 26 all-day
WOODBRIDGE BEERFEST @ Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center

We’re taking over the main drag of Stonebridge for the second annual Woodbridge Beerfest and filling it with beer, food, some wine, root beer, and a ton of fun for kids and adults alike!

SATURDAY, MAY 26: (Memorial Day Weekend) Starting at 11am (10am for VIP) going until 5pm.
PARTICIPATING BREWERIES: Dozens of the best of local and regional craft breweries. Visit http://woodbridgebeer.com/ for current (and growing) list.
WINE: We’ll also have a wine table so you can bring your wine drinking friends along to enjoy the merriment!
FOOD, MUSIC, ACTIVITIES: In addition to liquid revelry, there will also be food vendors, live music and other entertainment — including kid-friendly activities.
AFTER PARTY: Stay late for the after party in the Brew Republic taproom.
LOCATION: Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center is located just off of I-95 in Woodbridge, Virginia. The center is home to Brew Republic Bierwerks, as well as high end retailers like REI, Carhartt, an Apple Store, and top notch restaurants. The main road through the center (Potomac Town Place) will be closed to vehicle traffic between Starbucks and REI for the Beer Fest, creating the perfect venue for enjoying great craft beer and tasty food with friends and family.
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE: Get the best price by purchasing in advance. Get them here: https://brewrepublic.beer/gear/beer-fest/.
• General Admission: includes wrist band (for drinking); a commemorative glass; and unlimited 4-ounce beer pours.
• VIP Admission: includes General Admission ticket; early entrance to the festival (1 hour before General Admission ticket holders); exclusive beers only available in VIP tent; a cool and shaded place to sit and hang with brewers and brewery personnel (and other VIPs); and a $5 food coupon at Brew Republic Taproom (inside).
• Wine Ticket: includes wrist band (for drinking); a commemorative glass (same one beer drinkers get); eight 4oz wine pours; and free admission to VIP tent when accompanying VIP ticket holder.
• Kid Ticket (not required but recommended): let’s kids in on the action with unlimited pours of house-made Brew Republic root beer from the tap; a plastic commemorative cup; and bottled water. Please note: Kid Tickets are not required for kids to attend.

NOTE: Advance ticket sales prior to May 1 are $39 General Admission & Wine; $59 VIP; $5 Kids. On May 1, ticket prices increase ($49 General Admission & Wine; $69 VIP); and on 5/25, online/advance ticket sales will end and tickets will be available at the event ($59 General Admission & Wine; $79 VIP; $6 Kids).

NO PART OF NOTHIN’
May 26 @ 11:00 am – 12:45 pm
NO PART OF NOTHIN'

No Part of Nothin was recently formed when several members met at a monthly bluegrass jam. They sang together on a couple of songs, and the next thing you know they decided to enter the DC Bluegrass Union Festival’s band content. And the rest is history! The band features Michelle Murray on vocals and guitar, Steve Barrett on vocals bass, and mandolin, Paul Donovan on mandolin and vocals, Robert Meltz on banjo and David Goldman on fiddle.The band has received airplay on WAMU’s Open Mic Program, and performs regularly in the D.C. Metropolitan area, including at the monthly bluegrass music series at Seibel’s Restaurant.

HONEYSUCKLE
May 26 @ 1:15 pm – 4:15 pm
HONEYSUCKLE

Honeysuckle is a progressive folk act that blends older influences and traditional instrumentation with modern effects and inspiration.

Comprised of Holly McGarry, Benjamin Burns, and Chris Bloniarz, this Boston based band can frequently be found performing across the country, playing alongside bands like The Ballroom Thieves, The David Grisman Sextet, Boy & Bear, Sam Moss, The Western Den, The Novel Ideas, Shook Twins, John Craigie, Damn Tall Buildings and others.

Honeysuckle has performed at Newport Folk Festival, Lollapalooza and CMJ, was chosen as a Converse Rubber Tracks artist, and has been nominated for Best Folk Artist of the Year, and Best Americana Artist of the Year three years in a row at the annual Boston Music Awards. They were also put in the Top 10 bands of 2016 So Far list compiled by NPR.

Honeysuckle recently released their sophomore album, “Catacombs.” They also have two previous titles: “Honeysuckle” (full length 2016) and “Arrows” (EP 2015)

CIRCUS NO. 9
May 26 @ 4:45 pm – 7:15 pm
CIRCUS NO. 9

Circus No. 9 is East Tennessee’s own Progressive Bluegrass outfit, blurring the lines between Bluegrass, Jazz, Jambands, and more. Described as “John Hartford meets John Coltrane,” the group has appeared alongside artists including David Grisman, Bryan Sutton, Larry Keel, and more. Comprised of musicians Matthew Davis, Thomas Cassell, and Vince Ilagan, Circus No. 9 is one of the most exciting new bands on the acoustic music scene today.

Banjo extraordinaire Matthew Davis is the winner of both the National Banjo Championship and the Rockygrass Banjo Contest, not to mention the achievement of his musical chops at just age 18. Davis has performed on the Grand Ole Opry, among other venues and shows around the country.

On the mandolin is Virginia’s own Thomas Cassell, a now Tennessee transplant. Cassell is the winner of the 2016 Rockygrass Mandolin contest, and has performed on stage beside artists including Darrell Scott, Bryan Sutton, Aofie O’Donovan, Mike Marshall, Julian Lage, Billy Strings, and more.

Holding down the low end for the band is Knoxville’s Vince Ilagan, also holding a Bass Performance degree from the University of Tennessee and years of studio and touring experience. Ilagan has performed with artists including Justin Townes Earle, Jeff Sipe, Scott Miller, and many others.

HACKENSAW BOYS
May 26 @ 7:45 pm – 10:45 pm
HACKENSAW BOYS

For almost two decades, the Hackensaw Boys have plowed the asphalt bringing their raw, gritty American vernacular sounds to the music halls and streets across the world. Twenty years later, the group continues their burning hot vision of American roots music into a new age, fueled as much by a rowdy punk spirit as by the traditional masters that first inspired them.

The music began in 1999 when four friends from Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley found their collective ways to the roots music hub of Charlottesville. They didn’t waste time getting going, playing a show on the street the day of their first practice. The group let the good times roll and started adding like-minded people until their ranks reached twelve players for their first US tour. As with the folk and punk traditions which form the foundation of their sound, they’ve always operated more as a collective than a band. All said, twenty-eight members have cycled through the group—you never quite know who might sit in as a guest on any given night.

Helmed by founding member David Sickmen, the Hackensaw Boys have always had more in common with bands like The Clash, who celebrated the working class roots of their own music, than they did with an overly-polished Nashville mainstream. As evidenced in the Hackensaws’ history, their music fit as easily backing Charlie Louvin as it did in backstage jams on tour with Modest Mouse and the Flaming Lips.

With their most recent release, a fresh take on Blaze Foley’s “Oval Room,” these roots music stalwarts speak directly to America’s political unrest. Written and recorded by Foley in the 1980s, the song recalls his list of grievances with the Reagan presidency: “Everywhere he goes, make the people mad / Makes the poor man beg, and the rich man glad.” The band was excited to resurrect this protest gem—which was recorded by their friend Thomas Olivier at Studio Americain in Amsterdam—as the words seem more timely than ever.