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MAY MUSIC SCHEDULE:

Wed 20th: BEER PONG: Cheap pitchers of PBR!

Thurs 21st: BEER PONG: Cheap pitchers of PBR!

Fri 2nd: EQUALEYES:

Formed as a power trio in early 2006, Equaleyes began touring through Idaho, Utah & Colorado with a blend of rock, reggae, funk & bluegrass. When the group brought onboard a fourth voice with keyboards and accordian in late 2007 they infused a pop-electronic sound to their already diverse repitoir. Armed with their sophomore album, While I’m Alive (7/22/08 release), Equaleyes is attracting both young & old to the dance floors each time they play. With a rapidly growing fan base Equaleyes has found opportunities to play such venues as the Knitting Factory (Boise, ID) and Fox Theatre (Boulder, CO) along with opening for larger acts like the Wailers and The Jerry Garcia Band. The foursome is currently touring throughout the west coast to fresh areas including California, Oregon, Washington, Montana, and Arizona. Meanwhile, they’re making moves towards the east to play shows for all the Atlantic coast fans. The group offers a full electric set as well as an acoustic set of a more mellow singer songwriter feel for smaller venues.Artists We've Shared the stage with: *The Jerry Garcia Band Feat. Melvin Seals *The Wailers *Dusty Rhodes and the River Band *DJ Logic *Cubensis *Project Percolator Feat.Jim Weider from "The Band" *The Mermen *Marcus Eaton *Frame Of Mind *Roots of Creation *Tony Furtado *Joseph Israel and the Jarusalem Band *Kamphire Collective *Mama's Cookin *Orooni *The Outformation *IQEQ *Jupiter Holiday *Stickerville *Bone Daddy *Buckskin Bible Revue *Farmdog And many more... www.myspace.com/equaleyeslive $7

Sat 23rd: RYAN McGARVEY

Blues/Rock
:: 2009 Best Guitarist::
:: 2009 Blues Act Of The Year ::
:: 2008 Best Musician ::
:: 2008 Best Local Band Headed For Stardom (Runner Up) ::
:: 2008 NM Music Award Nominee (Blues Song Of The Year) ::
:: 2008 Blues Act Of The Year ::
:: 2007 Blues Act Of The Year ::
:: 2007 NM Music Award Winner (Blues Song Of The Year) ::
:: 2007 NM Music Award Nominee (Mainstream Rock Song Of The Year) ::
:: 2006 Guitarmaggeddon Champion Of NM ::
"Ryan's playing has the passion and exuberance of youth, but its further lifted by a deep dedication to his craft. His technique is awe-inspiring, but its the dawning subtleties and emotional range that hints of the greatest possibilities--" - Ian Moore"Look for this young lion in the future because he's looking for his own sound and what I've heard so far; I like it." - Chris DuarteAt age 22, Albuquerque, New Mexico native Ryan McGarvey has in a relatively short amount of time not only gained a national, and international fan base, but admiration from his personal idols as well. In the past few years of Ryan's career he has had the honor, and the pleasure of sharing the bill with such top name act's as Blue Oyster Cult, Shemekia Copeland, Shannon Curfman, Chris Duarte, Ian Moore, John Hammond Jr., Joe Bonamassa, Back Door Slam, Gov't Mule, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, and many more. His debut CD release "Forward In Reverse" recently reached the top 20 (out of over 200,000 Artist's Cd's) on the best sellers list on CDBaby.com (The worlds largest online independent distributor). With rave reviews complimenting everything from his fiery guitar chops, which range from everything from delta slide to heavy rock, his unique vocals, or mature songwriting skills, Ryan McGarvey's live shows will leave you breathless and wanting more. Absorbing influences from everything from early delta blues, to classic hard rock, to more contemporary blues/rock artist's of today. In 2006 Ryan was named Guitar Center 's "Guitarmaggeddon: Next King Of The Blues" champion of New Mexico . In 2007 & 2008 he was named "Blues Act Of The Year", and was runner up for "Singer/Songwriter Of The Year" in The Weekly Alibi's Annual Readers Poll. In 2007 Ryan took home the New Mexico Music Award for "Blues Song Of The Year" for his song "Cryin' Over You", and was nominated for "Mainstream Rock Song Of The Year" for his song "The One That Got Away". In 2008 Ryan was once again nominated for "Blues Song Of The Year" for his blues ballad "Blue Eyed Angel Blues". Most recently Ryan was featured by the editors of Guitar Player Magazine twice during the Summer of 2008 in their magazine. And was named "Best Musician" from Albuquerque The Magazine's Annual "Best Of The City" Readers Poll. With a solid rhythm section backing him, Ryan McGarvey and his band are embarking on bigger and better things... Don't miss your chance to catch them in a town near you! www.myspace.com/ryanmcgarvey $7

Sun 24th: BEER PONG: Cheap pitchers of PBR!

Closed Monday & Tuesday

Wed 27th: BEER PONG: Cheap pitchers of PBR!

Thurs 28th: BEER PONG: Cheap pitchers of PBR!

Fri 29th: DJ ESSENTIAL

is bringing back the HIPHOP for the summer season. NO COVER!!!

Sat 30th: A DUB ROCK:

Reggea/dub HIGH UP IN THE SAN JUAN MOUNTAINS OF COLORADO, WHERE THE AIR IS THIN AND THE ROCK FORMATIONS ARE MAJESTIC, WHERE THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF EARTH PROJECTS THE UNDENIABLE POWER AND GLORY OF THE CREATOR OF LIFE, EMERGES A PEOPLE WHO ARE TOUGH AND RESILIENT IN THIS HIGH MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENT. REGGAE MUSIC IS SPECIAL THERE. THE VIBE IS ISLAND LIKE, FROM THERE EMERGES A YOUNG GROUP WHO GREW UP LISTENING TO THE WAILERS AND THE ROOTS OF REGGAE. A-DUB-ROCK REGGAE BAND IS THE MANIFESTATION OF THIS HIGH MOUNTAIN DUB EXPERIENCE. THE MEMBERS ARE: LINCOLN (JAMAICA), CUATRO (DURANGO, CO), GRACE (DURANGO, CO), GEORGE (JAMAICA), BRADY (DURANGO, CO), DOUG (DURANGO, CO), AND DAVID (DURANGO, CO). A-DUB-ROCK BAND IS READY TO JOIN THE REGGAE FAMILY AND GIVE US THOSE HIGH MOUNTAIN/ISLAND VIBES BY WAY OF THEIR MUSICAL EXPRESSIONS. THESE MUSICIANS ARE READY TO UNLEASH AND ARE COMMITTED TO THE TASK OF TRAVEL AND PERFORMANCE. THESE TIMES WE ARE LIVING IN CALL FOR THESE MESSENGERS AND THE PLAYERS OF INSTRUMENTS TO BLOW THE TRUMPET OF LIFE FOR ALL WHO ARE WILLING TO LISTEN www.myspace.com/adubrockreggaeband $5

Sun 31st: BEER PONG: Cheap pitchers of PBR!

JUNE MUSIC SCHEDULE:

MONDAY & TUESDAY: CLOSED

Wed 3rd: ENTROPY FUNK:

Funk/Soul/R&B Funky is about the injustices, the things that go wrong, the hungry kids going to school trying to learn. Funky is about what it takes to make people move - take it from the gospel, from the jazz. -- James Brown.The sexiest blend of old and new school funk happening in the south today, "Entropy distills the essence of funk into its own infectious brew". Based out of Atlanta, Entropy began as an instrumental trio in 1999, gaining steady recognition over the next two years for their high-energy performances. The addition of Rod Williams in '01 enhanced the dynamic and creative scope of the band, propelling them to new heights of soul, R&B, rap, and of course the super heavy funk. Later, the additions of Jailan Jagne and Hawk Harvey on alto and tenor saxes brought the budding sound into full bloom.Influenced by the traditions of James Brown, Parliament/Funkadelic, Prince, Eric B. & Ra Kim, and countless others, Entropy remains dedicated to bringing potent live performances and laying down slick, funky, sultry grooves in the studio. They have shared the stage and collaborated with a wide array of local, regional, and national talent, including Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Kofi Burbridge, Robert Walter's 20th Congress, Vinyl, Carlos Washington & Giant People, Sound Tribe Sector Nine, The Greyhounds, Big Fuzz, DJ le Spam & the Spam Allstars, Ulu, Yonrico Scott Band, Jeff Sipe, DJ ..5, Squat, and Genetic.Over the past few years Entropy's fanbase has been growing and growing. Touring extensively in the southeast in '02 and '03 the band built a formidable reputation in its existing markets of Atlanta, Athens, Augusta, and Savannah for "the blistering energy of the live show" and their true funk sound. In '04 and '05 they spread the funk to Tenessee, Alabama, Florida, the Carolinas, and New Orleans (Jazz Fest '04 and '05) to packed dance floors of party people shakin' it all night long. Crowd response was enthusiastic to say the least, the people seemed almost starved for the funk.Entropy took it upon themselves to satisfy the fans' appetites by playing over 250 shows in '04 and '05, building a strong following everywhere they went. This funk frenzy was in support of their debut studio album, LIVE+REBEL+FUNK+LOVE, released in September 2004. Entropy has been recognized as an emerging funk-force to be reckoned with, illustrated by the 2002 Flagpole Award for Best Soul/Funk Band (Athens, GA) and most recently in 2006 for Creative Loafing's "Best R&B/Soul/Funk Act-Reader's Pick" (Atlanta, GA) . Currently, the band is in the trenches spreading the funk and promoting their sophmore release, released February 2007. Look for a new album in 2009, plus tours into brand new areas of the country! www.myspace.com/entropyfunky $5

Thurs 4th: LICORICE:

Whether in the heart of New York's downtown music scene, or throughout the US, the musical roots-rock and jazz quartet Licorice is a true jam band juggernaut.Featuring Joshua Bloom on drums and vocals, Matthew Epstein on bass, David Lott on lead vocals and guitar, and Chad Dinzes on vocals and keyboards, the Licorice sound starts in rock but always propels into an amalgamation of genres. At home in NYC the band can be seen regularly deployed to sold-out crowds at venues like The Blue Note and The Knitting Factory. At the same time the band continues to make strides throughout the country: including 5 consecutive performances at The Telluride Jazz Celebration in CO, a performance at the Brooklyn Academy of Music and multiple appearances throughout the festival circuit. Jazz legends including Roy Hargrove, Larry Coryell, Mike Dillon, and Adam Deitch have all shared the stage with the up and comers. The band released their first EP A Million Grains of Sand in the spring of 2008 to high acclaim. www.licoricemusic.com

Fri 5th: TELLURIDE JAZZ FESTIVAL Presents: REBIRTH BRASS BAND

Simply put, The Rebirth Brass Band is a New Orleans institution. Formed in 1983 by the now infamous Frazier brothers, the band has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to playing festivals and stages all over the world. Rebirth is committed to upholding the tradition of brass bands while at the same time incorporating modern music into their show. Their signature brand of heavy funk has not only won over several generations of music lovers, it has become the soundtrack to an entire city. In the wake of the sometimes-stringent competition amongst brass bands, Rebirth is the undisputed leader of the pack, and they show no signs of slowing down. www.myspace.com/rebirthbrassband Call the Telluride Jazz Festival at 970-728-7009 for Tix info.

Sat 6th: TELLURIDE JAZZ FESTIVAL Presents: BENEVENTO RUSSO DUO & TELLURIDE JAZZ SESSIONS featuring members of KARL DENSON's TINY UNIVERSE

Play Pause Stop, the latest disc by the Benevento/Russo Duo, is as much of an anomaly as the band that created it. Yes, it is a rock album — but there is no guitarist, no bassist, and you can sing along even though there are no words.“The things we wanted to do on the last record we actually achieved on this new one,” says drummer Joe Russo. “We’re more confident in our instrumental rock songwriting than ever before.”Play Pause Stop was co-produced by drum notable Matt Chamberlain (David Bowie, Shakira) and Grammy-winning engineer Tom Biller (Kanye West, Fiona Apple). The disc will drop July 11 on the band’s own Butter Problems label, distributed by Sony/BMG.The Duo will follow premium festival slots (including Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits) and summer amphitheater appearances with a lengthy cross-country trek that will close out 2006.“Emotionally, it feels really good right now,” says Russo. “If the Duo were to ever end, I’d be crushed to not have this sound happen. Other bands are great, but I can’t imagine not going out and doing this. I can’t do it with anybody else.”“And it all happened by accident,” laughs Benevento. www.myspace.com/beneventorussoduocom Call the Telluride Jazz Festival at 970-728-7009 for Tix info.

KARL DENSON's TINY UNIVERSE: A highly energized funk machine, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe has been expanding listeners' minds and making them move to animated grooves since 1998. Led by former Lenny Kravitz sax-man Karl Denson, the Tiny Universe brings a dynamic sound that defies categorization. The band members, Denson on vocals, tenor sax, alto sax and flute, guitarist Brian Jordan, bassist Ron Johnson, keyboard player David Veith, trumpet player Chris Littlefield and drummer John Staten, have earned a reputation as kings of the unstoppable all-night show. www.myspace.com/karldensonstinyuniverse Call the Telluride Jazz Festival at 970-728-7009 for Tix info.

Sun 7th: TELLURIDE JAZZ FESTIVAL Presents: ON THE ONE

San Diego Music Award Winners for Best Jazz Album (2007), ON THE ONE walks alongside live acts Karl Denson Trio and the Greyboy All-Stars when it comes to export music from America's finest city. With their debut album “Love Addiction” recently picked up by the legendary Japanese label, P-Vine, through a licensing deal with Velour (Soulive / Lettuce), 2008 will see ON THE ONE touring Europe and the Far East in support of their record. Drum King John Staten (Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe) teamed up with long time friend and sax aficionado Jesse Molloy (Giant People) to create ON THE ONE in the summer of ‘06. The recent addition of guitarist Pete Lombardo fills out this funky soul rock group. With music industry heavy hitters calling him one of the best drummers in the business, Staten’s hard hitting hip-hop beats drive ON THE ONE’s sound. Sax, groove bass, and effortless guitar team up to bring generations of music lovers to the dance floor. Don’t miss the Funkdown. www.myspace.com/ontheone Call the Telluride Jazz Festival at 970-728-7009 for Tix info.

MONDAY & TUESDAY: Closed

Wed 10th: DISTURB THE PEACE: ALL AGES SHOW!

DTP is a 5 piece powerhouse of rebellion that is ripping up the black thrash metal scene with a taste of fresh blood. Kicking it in the basements of T-ride, CO, ya rep., the line up consists of Vocal Screamer-Christian Johnston, Bass Man-Shawn Swain, Lead Axe-Clayton White, Rythm Axe-Cameron Johnston, and The Drum Machine-Max Bregman. We play concerts when we get 'em. Book us if you like it! Thats it! www.myspace.com/disturbedpeace6

Thurs 11th: DJ

Fri 12th: LUBRIPHONIC

Rock/Funk/Roots . .. Lubriphonic greases your ears, moves your hips, and leaves you reeling in sweaty bliss. Simmering and intense, with chops to spare, Lubriphonic’s live performances create a spicy dish that is guaranteed to cure what ails you.The members of Lubriphonic have individually toured with artists as diverse as Koko Taylor, Buddy Miles, Otis Rush, and Lenny Kravitz. They have fused their talents and experience as side-men in order to create an orignal project that is soulful, unique, and exciting.Their new release, "Soul Solution," exemplifies this. The 13 studio tracks (as well as two bonus live tracks) capture the band at it's best-- confident, daring, and very, very, funky.Press Quotes"Superb, adventurous, diverse, simply mesmerizing instrumental work. Steeped in soul, rock, pop, and blues, Lubriphonic's members play with a tenacity and precision that sets them apart from equally proficient bands." --Mick Skidmore, Relix Magazine"Combine the best elements of old-school funk and edgy rock and roll, throw in some soulful R&B, and you end up with Lubriphonic, one of the most happening bands out there today... Lubriphonic draws from strong, eclectic influences, yet is cutting-edge original-- Soul Solution is a listening pleasure and a dancing treat". -- John Lynskey, Hittin' The Note"This is dynamic, adventurous funk, real groovy stuff, with flares of jam rubbed soft around the edges by soulful brass. It's the kind that invades the limbs and jumps around inside them like Mexican beans, and it's only made stronger by the vocal prowess of singer Giles Corey. I foresee a raucous, sweaty party. Jump on in. It's good for the soul". --Katie Klingsporn, Telluride News www.myspace.com/lubriphonic $5

Sat 13th: Opening act: ARDEN PARK ROOTS followed by THE LIVINs EASY a tribute to SUBLIME

Reggae/Rock/Dub Arden Park Roots first hi the scene in Sacramento, CA in early 2007. Each member brings a different musical background with the result being a refreshing style of rock/reggae/dub. They released the highly anticipated album "The Hard Way" in April of 2008 with the single "A Good Life" receiving major support from FM station KWOD 106.5. "Arden Park Roots is one of Sacramento's fastest growing bands" Andy Hawk, KWOD DJ. Rock/reggae/dub is quickly becoming the most popular genre in the California scene and APR is receiving epic support for their efforts. After only one year on the scene, APR has been nominated for a Sammie, a Sacramento music award recognizing the hardest working bands in the area. "our fans are part of our family and we wish to thank them wholeheartedly for their relentless support." -APR www.myspace.com/aproots

THE LIVINs EASY: Determined to spread the Sublime sound as accurately as possible, The Livin's Easy was created in 2008 as a side project of Arden Park Roots but quickly became a highly demanded performance at local clubs and private parties. Their passion for re-creating the Sublime sound is highly evident as well as their love for the live show. Look for TLE to hit your town with APR as an opener in early 2009. For booking inquiries, please hit us up on myspace or email us at [email protected]... "because you're down with the band that they call Sublime, right?!!" www.myspace.com/thelivinseasyband

Sun 14th: BEER PONG: Cheap pitchers of PBR!

TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: join us for a week of GRASS!!!

Mon 15th: Open for Bluegrass!

Tues 15th: TREVOR GREEN:

Born in 1978 in Huntington Beach, Ca. Trevor Green grew up on the beaches of Southern California where he spent as much time riding waves as he did strumming his guitar. In Trevor Green's second album release "Reflections", he explains that much of the music on the album was written and inspired by his wife Jamie Green and birth of his first child Ryder Lee. There seems to be a theme throughout the album of looking inward and reflecting on the journeys of life. "In the past couple of years I have had some amazing changes in my life, and it's caused me to look more inside myself than ever before. I feel like 'Reflections' captured a lot of the feelings that I was experiencing during that time."At a young age Green began his musical journey listening to his father spin records by the likes of Pink Floyd, Neil Young, and Tom Petty. Not long after, Green received his first acoustic guitar, from his mother, an Alvarez 12 string. As he began to write his own musical journey, Green found himself being influenced by such artists as, Jimi Hendrix, The String Cheese Incident, and Paul Simon to name a few. " Going to shows has always been a huge part of my life. I've been moved by so many amazing artists."Thriving on the live performance, Green is constantly evolving as an artist. His stage setup resembles a musical playground, where he finds himself surrounded by that same 12 string guitar, a 6 string guitar, a lap slide, a mandolin, a banjo, 2 yidaki (didgeridoos), a stomp box, and various percussion instruments, Green creates a sound that encompasses the genres of world, funk, folk, and jam rock. "I've always been attracted to instruments of all kinds. As time goes on I continue to collect different instruments and I try to find ways of incorporating them into my setup." Watching Trevor Green live is a musical breath of fresh air. "Feeling the music throughout my entire body by playing multiple instruments simultaneously has become very meditative for me." As Green's stage setup evolves so does his song writing, leaving fans with a curiosity of what sounds lie on the horizon. Touring throughout the Northwest and performing at popular festivals such as the New Orleans Voodoo Festival, Green is cultivating a grass-roots fan base, as he continues to deliver high energy performances, leaving his listeners craving more. www.myspace.com/trevorgreen $5

Wed 17th: HEAD FOR THE HILLS:

Rooted in the tradition of bluegrass, the music of Head for the Hills is a vibrant mixture of homegrown compositions, traditional harmonies, and an innovative approach to improvisation. The group's lyrical nature and songwriting seems to evoke reminiscent feelings of inspiration. In the live setting, Head for the Hills can venture into a myriad of musical styles and sonic landscapes that caters to a boundless array of listeners.The shared vision amongst the members of Head for the Hills is not only to carry on the spirit of bluegrass, but also to expand the general definition as we venture through the post-traditional bluegrass era. Head for the Hills draws significant inspiration from the sounds of the bluegrass forefathers such as John Hartford, David Grisman, or Bill Monroe, but also appeals to anybody who enjoys experiencing the excitement, innovation, or element of youth that is incorporated into each and every performance.After several career defining sold out performances in Fort Collins, CO, performing to capacity crowds in Colorado & beyond, consistent national touring, and appearances at music festivals around the country, this quartet is emerging as a mainstay in the roots music community.The foundation of Head for the Hills stretches back several years to the mountain town of Golden, Colorado, but the current lineup prefers to call Fort Collins, Colorado their home. In their short but prosperous career, Head for the Hills has performed, supported, & shared programming with such notable acts as: David Grisman, Sam Bush, Leftover Salmon, The Flaming Lips, Bruce Hornsby, Yonder Mountain String Band, Emmylou Harris, Nickel Creek, Tim O’Brien, Peter Rowan, Doc Watson, Railroad Earth, and Leftover Salmon, among many others.2007 was a huge year for the quartet as they were the named winners of Yonder Mt. String Band’s 2007 Northwest String Summit Band Completion held at Horning’s Hideout in North Plains, OR. In addition they completed their debut album, Robber’s Roost, produced by Grammy Award Winning musician/producer Sally Van Meter (Bob Dylan, Jerry Garcia, Yonder Mountain String Band).2008 was also a big year as the summer saw the quartet performing at many of the nation’s premier music festivals: Wakarusa Music Festival, Northwest String Summit, Green Apple Music Festival, Telluride Bluegrass Festival (NightGrass Series), Yarmony Grass Music Festival, Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion and many more. This fiery act (Head for the Hills) has been blazing through the country and turning heads left and right. The band has toured extensively in 2008 hitting the Pacific Northwest, Midwest, and Southeastern United States.For their debut studio effort entitled, "Robber's Roost," Head for the Hills joined forces with the talented and revered producer/performer Sally Van Meter. Ms. Van Meter, among her impressive list of accomplishments, is credited for her 1994 Grammy Award Winning work on The Great Dobro Sessions as well as her work with Jerry Garcia, Bob Dylan, and David Grisman on The Songs of Jimmie Rodgers- A Tribute. In addition, she has produced albums and recordings for several artists including Yonder Mountain String Band and Open Road Bluegrass.David Glasser (Airshow Mastering) joined Head for the Hills in the mastering process of "Robber's Roost." Glasser's credits include two Grammy's for his work on the culturally significant: Anthology of American Folk Music (1997), and Screamin' and Hollerin' the Blues: The Worlds of Charley Patton (2002). Glasser has also mastered over 60 Grammy nominated records.On "Robber's Roost", one can expect a collection of organic compositions ranging from traditional stylings to the progressive sound that has come to define these young musicians.2009 presents another important year for Head for the Hills, as they recently signed with In the Pocket Artists Agency (Bend, OR). The band also will re-enter the studio in May of 2009 to record their sophomore studio album and embark on a massive national tour of theaters, amphitheatres, and music festivals. Head for the Hills is proud to partner with Conscious Alliance and their mission to fight hunger in Native America. A limited edition “Head for the Hills 2009 Commemorative Poster” by Rob Marx will be available at the performance. Proceeds from the poster will go to benefit Conscious Alliance and their valuable efforts.Many respected avenues have sighted Head for the Hills as the next breath of fresh air to emerge from the acoustic realm. With direction from a Grammy award winning musician and an ever-evolving approach to progressive acoustic music, there is no telling what successes lay ahead for this group of talented musicians... www.myspace.com/headforthehillsbluegrass $10

Thurs 18th: TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Presents: OAKHURST

Take a string band and swap out the mandolin player for a groovy drummer and you’re well on your way to understanding the sound of Oakhurst. The band spikes traditional bluegrass with rock & roll and a kamikaze rhythmic sensibility. That danceable concoction along with banjo vs. fiddle shootouts, three part harmonies, and citybilly swagger keeps the band in high demand. Oakhurst’s unpretentious, go-for-it interpretation of a genre that’s often handled too reverently, sparks interest in bluegrass by folks who don’t know Doc Watson from Doc Holliday.Oakhurst’s work ethic and road hardened sound has made them one of the most successful acts from Colorado earning them the chance to perform at legendary venues like the Fillmore and Red Rocks. In 2008 Oakhurst played multiple major festivals, 33 states and 13 countries across Europe and the Caribbean. The band's latest album, Jump in the Get Down, received airplay on over 200 radio stations nationwide. The spins not only earned the quintet spots on the Americana, Bluegrass and Jamband charts, but an even larger national following.That hybridized, hard-to-categorize sound has also gotten Oakhurst nominated by Denver’s Westword Magazine 4 years straight as the best band in different categories each year. Oakhurst captured the “Best Bluegrass Band” honor in 2007, against stiff competition.Oakhurst’s broad appeal and nebulus stlye has earned them spots on stages with very diverse national talent. John Mayer, John Hiatt, The Flaming Lips, The Avett Brothers, Brett Dennon, Emmylou Harris, Barenaked Ladies, Patti Griffin, Yard Dogs Roadshow, Bela Fleck, Gaelic Storm, G. Love, Umphrey’s Mcgee, The Radiators, Junior Brown, Lyle Lovett, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Johnny Lang & Guster, to name a few.Oakhurst has also shared the stage with future and current Colorado legends as well. The list includes Leftover Salmon, Yonder Mountain String Band, Devotchka, Rose Hill Drive, the Motet, Emmit –Nershi Band, Great American Taxi and band mentor Pete Wernick. www.myspace.com/oakhurst

Fri 19th: TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Presents: CORNMEAL

"Feet First is a toe-tapping, hand-clapping, finger-snapping tour de force"-Illinois Entertainer."A definite must for the bluegrass crowd, and big thumbs up for country and jam-band fans" -The Celebrity Cafe.Cornmeal continues to forge a path all their own, pushing the boundaries of bluegrass, Americana and folk for a whole new generation of music lovers. Steeped in the tradition of musical acts such as Old and in the Way, John Hartford, and New Grass Revival, Cornmeal has proven to be an influential presence in the world of roots music. Cornmeal has consistently evolved its sound and stage performance using bluegrass as a springboard for long improvisational work and songs ranging from country, rock and blues to jazz, funk and disco.With the release of their debut album "In The Kitchen" (2001 Livin' Live records), Cornmeal secured its place as one of the top bands in its genre. 2003’s “Tales from Magic Stone Mountain” (Livin’ Live records) garnered much critical attention and became a staple on College and AAA top 10 lists throughout the country.(Select Radio Station Listing and Press )Last May, after almost three years, Cornmeal’s released their third album, “Feet First”. By far their best effort to date, Feet First is proof positive that Cornmeal’s tenure on the road has brought on an honest and mature sound. Produced by guitarist Kris Nowak and bassist Chris Gangi, "Feet First" features a strong confidence in songwriting, musicianship and the ability of this band to stylistically ride the fence and bring it back home without missing a step.Spending over half the year on the road, the Chicago-based group has gained valuable exposure and attracted a faithful following from Colorado to the Carolinas. While playing a blend of high profile venues, jam-band and bluegrass festivals to thousands throughout the region, the band has shared the stage with such highly acclaimed national acts as THE DAVID GRISMAN QUINTET, JOHN HARTFORD, THE DEL McCOURY BAND, LITTLE FEAT, LEFTOVER SALMON, TONY RICE, YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND, DARK STAR ORCHESTRA, moe, SAM BUSH and UMPHREY'S McGEE. www.myspace.com/cornmealinthekitchen

Sat 20th: TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Presents: CROOKED STILL

It takes courage to release the security of the familiar and embrace change. After five years of touring and establishing themselves as "the most important folk group to emerge from Boston since the early 60's"(Boston Globe), Crooked Still announced that cellist Rushad Eggleston would leave the group in November of 2007. The solid foundation they built as a group earned them invitations from huge events like the historic Newport and Telluride Festivals and numerous rave reviews from publications like USA Today and Interview Magazine. Crooked Still was now on the cusp of a new musical chapter.The quintet became five with the addition of fiddler Brittany Haas and cellist Tristan Clarridge . Lead vocalist Aoife O'Donovan told No Depression magazine, "When you're in a quartet, and one of your members who's been a huge creative part of your sound decides to leave, it definitely crosses your mind to just not do it. But we had spent five years building a name for ourselves. And if you look at almost every band that's successful, there's been line-up changes."If the first album from the new line-up is any indication, success for this young band will be explosive. Crooked Still continues to perform one of the most compelling forms of alternative bluegrass and string band music today.The new five-member band converged to mingle their creative processes at Allaire, a studio in upstate New York, with producer Eric Merrill for Still Crooked. The album, to be released on the Signature Sounds on June 24, 2008, balances unknown traditional material with three new tunes from the band, along with "Did You Sleep Well?" by fellow old time musician Nathan Taylor and a Mississippi John Hurt standard. The entire album was recorded "live" in one big room, with everyone playing together. Merrill captured most songs in one or two takes. "I was outside in the hallway, because my voice is so quiet," O'Donovan says. "Recording live, you don't have an option to overdub; that always makes a better album."With Haas and Clarridge, the band has proven themselves to be even more adventurous, breathing their cosmic fire into old songs. "When Rushad left, we wanted to move in new directions," O'Donovan says. "Brittany adds another female presence to the band; I can hear my voice in her fiddling. Tristan has a refined cello tone, with a powerful, restrained energy. They bring a fresh outlook to the arrangements that keeps the music exciting.""We rehearsed for a few days before we recorded," Clarridge says. "We'd listen to a source recording, strip the songs to the bone and build an arrangement incorporating everyone's ideas. It's fun to see how many directions you can take a song." Everyone brought material for consideration. "As we worked on the songs, we realized there was a lot of loss and mortality in the lyrics," banjo player Greg Liszt adds. "You can't make a folk album without delving into what's happening now and we were surprised at how current the songs sounded. On 'Captain, Captain' a woman asks what happened to her lover and the Captain replies 'he dropped down dead in the gulf.' It's a 400-year-old line, but it gives you chills."Still Crooked is an ensemble effort of inspired music making that moves the bands' impossible to pigeonhole style in new directions while honoring their folk roots. "It's hard to pin down our music," bass player Corey DiMario says. "We play improvised old time music, bluegrass, folk and our own songs within the broad context of a string band. Like a lot of today's bands, we have modern and traditional influences that confuse the boundaries. We want to keep blurring those lines to make something all our own."Crooked Still's genre-bending sound is the combination of five distinctive talents who are not content to limit themselves to any one project or style of music. While Crooked Still is the main band for these talented players, all are involved in other projects.Each individual contribution is enriched by the multidimensionality of their creative wellspring. Together, they have uncovered new facets of brilliance on Still Crooked. The genesis of the group continues to evolve. Much like moonshine distilled in the apparatus that inspired their name, Crooked Still is still fermenting. And the music on Still Crooked is undeniably intoxicating. www.myspace.com/crookedstill

Sun 21st: TURKEY CREEK RAMBLERS

The Turkey Creek Ramblers are a group of musicians that ran into each other in this box canyon over the course of two years and started to play together. Telluride, Colorado is their home today, and the guys appreciate what a great place to perform the small mountain town is. They have enjoyed playing almost every major venue in the town, including Tommy's Telluride, the famous Fly Me to the Moon Saloon, the historic Sheridan Opera House, and any number of jam spots around town. The band is proud to be on the leading edge of Bluegrass/Newgrass, and plays everything from Bob Dylan to the Rolling Stones, to several original tunes, and has the versatility to play wedding ceremonies or 4-hour bar sets. They want to thank their friends for being so supportive over the course of the last year. Special thanks to Dave, Karen, and Jesse at the Telluride Music Company. Enjoy the smokin' mountain grass! www.myspace.com/turkeycreekramblers