Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Keller Williams is literally a one-man band. His fascinating live shows feature him solo on-stage with a Gibson Echoplex Digital Pro looping unit, and he creates his backing loops in the moment, building and improvising as he goes on his custom-made ten-string guitar, and thanks to his equally as quirky, upbeat, and semi-surreal songs (which he frequently weaves into extended, half-improvised medleys) and his warm, friendly tenor singing voice, Williams is an utterly unique performer whose musical eccentricities don't keep him from being immediately accessible. A native of Virginia, Williams received his first guitar at the age of three, although he admits he didn't really learn to play it until he was in his early teens. He attended high school in his hometown of Fredericksburg, and began playing solo gigs when he was 17. He discovered the new age guitar genius of Michael Hedges a year or so later, and Hedges has been a lifelong influence on Williams' approach to the guitar.

LARRY KEEL AND NATURAL BRIDGE – ASHVILLE, NC

keel Larry Keel and Natural Bridge bring a fresh and spontaneous new look, sound, and energy - described by some reviewers as the most powerful, innovative and all-out exhilarating acoustic, Americana flat-picker performing today. Keel has weathered the changing tides of traditional bluegrass, country, jam rock, roots reggae, and even the currently emerging indie-alt scene always honoring the pioneers that introduced Bluegrass and Mountain Music into popular culture. He is a continually evolving musical force standing in ongoing defiance to all genre expectations. The mission is always clear: to let technical skill, honest emotion and fearlessness connect the playing and singing to audiences, to entertain and to thoroughly enjoy the experience!

ZACH DEPUTY – BLUFFINGTON, SC

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Zach Deputy has made his mark thus far as a touring powerhouse. As a boy, the music of his Puerto Rican, Cruzan and Irish heritage was cooked up in the South Carolina heat. The Calypso rhythms and folk songs of St. Croix competed with the R&B / soul of pioneers like James Brown and Ray Charles for space on the family stereo. As Deputy honed his craft, a unique hybrid of these influences emerged, ultimately creating the signature Zach Deputy sound. To bring this sound to the stage, the big, impossibly upbeat South Carolinian with the infectious smile puts on a solo show– enhanced by looping technology– that is essentially a one man dance party offering up what he calls “Island-infused, Drum ‘n’ Bass, Gospel-Ninja-Soul” to the enthusiastic crowds of dancers who flock to clubs from coast-to-coast.

THAT 1 GUY – SAN FRANCISCO, CA

That 1 Guy That1Guy is one of the most unique acts touring today. Playing an instrument never before played and making music never before made, since the last millennium That1Guy has been wowing audiences around the world with his one of a kind show. That1Guy's primary instrument, the Magic Pipe, an instrument of his own invention, does things conventional instruments cannot do. Wielding the magic pipe like Excalibur, That1Guy is a modern day pied piper taking us on .A Magical, Musical, Lyrical journey to places unknown.

600LBS OF SIN! – CHARLESTON, WV

600lb 600LBS OF SIN! formed in late 2009 by Josh Thomas & Mike Pushkin as an expansion of their acoustic duo, The Filthy No 'Counts. Mike Pushkin is a well known local musician & songwriter in Charleston & Morgantown, WV. He is a founding member of The Joint Chiefs & Josh Thomas has played in local Charleston, WV bands for over 10 years. Together their vision of blending honky tonk, reggae, southern rock, bluegrass, folk, & blues with intense improvised jams & unique vocal harmonies, reminiscent of the jamband greats by which they are so heavily influenced, came together with the addition of vocalist Sierra Ferrell. Sierra's vocal range & demanding stage presence, along with her song writing alone, are enough to have you begging for more. The current rhythm section is an all-star lineup with Jon Lavigne on bass and Rasta Rafiki drummer Steve Markle on drums.

Shady Grove – Morgantown, WV

Bluegrass Side Project featuring all five members of Fletchers Grove!

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Don't miss this very special, one night only, all accoustic/bluegrass performance by Shady Grove.

Shady Grove is the accoustic alter ego of West Virginia Jamband, Fletcher's Grove.

Fletcher’s Grove is truly a big fish in a little pond. Widely regarded as one of West Virginia’s most promising up-and-coming band, the group of five has used their Appalachian successes to pack a variety of venues and festivals along the East Coast. Fueled by their 2010 debut album “All The Way Home,” the band effortlessly weaves funk, rock, and jazz influences into a completely unique, genre-free, and contagious sound.

BIG DADDY LOVE – SPARTA, NC

big-daddy-love Big Daddy Love is a five-piece band from Sparta, NC with a unique and natural blend of rock, roots and grass that they call ‘Appalachian Rock’. Live, with the lights on and the volume up, Big Daddy Love stretches the music out with top notch picking and ripping, delivering a stompin’ good time rich with authentic Carolina soul. At the same time, the good-natured, yet thoughtful sincerity of the lyrical content, the authentic song-craft and the undeniable musicianship of the band– as heard live and in studio recordings– has resonated with audiences throughout the ether and generated demand beyond the markets where they currently perform.

THE BOATMEN – BECKLEY, WV

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The Boatmen are a close group of friends from the heart of the two Virginias. Easily viewed as bluegrass, rock-grass or a new-grass outfit; The Boatmen enjoy the title as Americana Soulgrass. With diverse instrumentation and the right blend of soaring harmony over top of moonshine anthems, they have created a niche all their own. Now into their third year and second album, the group has continually expanded its horizons through a non-stop tour schedule and constant support from their close-knit fanbase. With unmatched musicianship in lead multi-instrumentalists: Randy Gilkey and Jonathan Sneed; Driving rhythm by percussionist Robert Gross; The elite heart-felt songwriting duo of Matt Mullins and Nick Durm round out the current roster of The Boatmen. What started out as a side project in 2009 has now turned into the most successful full-time group for each member's career.

THE GREENS – MORGANTOWN, WV

thegreens1 Playing together for nearly ten years, name and sound recognition have taken root. At all types of venues, they nurture a solid reputation of good music and good times. With Andrew Tuck (guitar and lead vocals) Ben Sweeney (bass and vocals) and Nathan Yoke (drums, percussion and vocals) this experienced outfit plays more than 100+ shows a year. Writing original songs that audiences can feel and relate to, the Greens constantly impart new quality material. They guarantee consistent delivery of electrifying performances. Crowds cannot help but dance and make magic happen! A crop of devoted fans is sure to grow wherever the Greens take the stage. The Greens! How can music taste so delicious?!

BLACK COFFEE – ALLENTOWN, PA

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Lead by vocalist Caitlin Cuneo, Black Coffee is a rhythm and blues band from Pennsylvania whose style unearths a reminiscent vibe reviving the sound and passion of traditional blues, funk, & soul music. Her backing rhythm section includes Ryan Alford on guitar, Vincent Cuneo on guitar and vocal harmonies, Keith Kavanaugh on bass, and Jim DeVoss laying down the beats. The band creates an energized show, spanning from slow blues/jazz numbers to all-out funk grooves. The rhythm section supports Miss Cuneo with their subtle hooks, pulsating rhythms and tasteful solos - and the band's passion for performing live is evident from their dynamic performances. The group is said to be “channeling the revival of soul."

POOR TATERS – ATHENS, WV

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“They may have a banjo, but it ain’t Bluegrass!”

With influences ranging from The Misfits, Dave Brubeck, Uncle Tupelo, Foo Fighters, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Slayer, Tim O’Brien... the Poor Taters have rocked audiences all over in WV and VA. But not only are they amazingly fun to listen to and watch, but they have also impressed their fellow peers with a 4th Place finish at the Appalachian Stringband Festival in the Neo-Traditional Band category.

It doesn’t matter if you like Rock-N-Roll, Country, Bluegrass, or 80s Movies Soundtracks; if you like to have a good time and you like music; you’ll love the Poor Taters

ARISTOTLE AND THE LIKE MINDS – MORGANTOWN, WV

Aristotle-and-the-Like-Minds-Web Singer/Songwriter, Aristotle Jones has traveled throughout Appalachia performing genre bending, high energy blends of Funk, Rap, and Acoustic Soul. In 2010 Aristotle began collaborating with Justin Bricker (Bass) and Nicholas Filippelli (Drums) and formed the Like Minds. The group then added multi-instrumentalist Drew Jones (Saxophone, Lead Guitar, Keyboards) and the quartet embarked on a musical mission to fuse the best elements of their varied musical backgrounds. The quartet released their debut album Meeting of the Minds, featuring 10 new original songs, in 2011. Aristotle Jones & The Like Minds showcase their ability to charm with soulful R&B grooves, inspire with bluesy rock n' roll licks, mixing it up with funk inspired hip-hop jams. and to building to a psychedelic climax. The members drew from influences such as Stevie Wonder, The Rolling Stones, The Black Keys, Led Zeppelin, and various contemporary act. At every show Aristotle Jones & The Like Minds are guarantee to bring a memorable high energy experience that keeps crowds dancing long after the music stops.

THE ULTIMATUMS – FAIRMONT, WV

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From the hollers of West by God Virginia rise The Ultimatums; a nine member dirty soul band. The Ults were formed in September of 2006 by Michael Stewart as an answer to the stale bar band scene that rolls over the same tired classic rock covers. The goal was to deliver original music to the gun totin’ beer swillin’ masses through high energy stage shows and 60’s laden soul hooks blasted from the four man horn section like salt peter from a shot gun. A few out of the ordinary cover songs even crept into the set list just in case there wasn’t any chicken wire at the venue. At first the shows were raw, stripped down, juke joint affairs where the band and the audience would dress in their Sunday’s best just to dance, sweat, smoke, and drink themselves into the back row at church and put money into their dry cleaners pockets. With time and some staff changes the boys have honed their skills to knife’s edge rock, ass shakin’ grooves, and howlin’ at the moon blues laments. Get yourself a secondhand suit, some foldin’ money, and a dancin’ partner ‘cause The Ultimatums aren’t your Dad’s horn band.