EUFORQUESTRA
- Headliner
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Euroquestra MySpace Page
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Eufórquestra is an eclectic world-beat ensemble from Iowa
City, IA with interests in different cultural and traditional musics
from all over the globe. The band has made a mission statement out of
preserving different traditions, undescriminatingly trying anything at
least once and fusing different styles that appeal to them. The
self-proclaimed “Afro-Caribbean-Barnyard-Funk”
touches on such genres as Afrobeat, Afro-Cuban, Samba, Soca, Calypso,
Funk, Reggae, and Bluegrass. Though the band is relatively
new, they have already been on extensive tours playing in Iowa,
Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado,
Idaho and Montana, and have played such festivals as moe. Summer Camp,
Carbondale Mountain Fair, Sweat Pea Festival, Spookstock (Schwagstock),
Euphio Campout and Wakarusa. In addition to these festivals,
Eufórquestra hosts its own annual celebration of community
and music (Camp Euforia), which has grown over the last four years from
a one day party to a full blown music festival. This year’s
festival has expanded to two days and features two stages hosting 17
bands on the local, regional and national circuits (including
Eufórquestra, Public Property, Chicago Afrobeat Project,
Cornmeal, Family Groove Company and much more). What makes
this band special is that something new is always being performed by
Eufórquestra as new projects drive the band into further
musical studies. For example, after months of research and composition
the band recorded and released “Explorations in
Afrobeat” in March 2006. Later that year, the majority of the
Fall was spent preparing for a Halloween tribute to the Talking Heads
with a fully costumed and choreographed performance of David
Byrne’s 1984 cult-classic “Stop Making
Sense”. Check out Eufórquestra. You’ll
hear something new, you’ll dance, and you’ll be
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BiggaDigga
4:00-5:30 PM
BiggaDigga MySpace Page
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Welcome to the Jazz-Infused Funk and Groove of BiggaDigga. The guys from BiggaDigga bring together steamy Funk grooves, the exotica of Jazz, progressive Rock excitement and impressive improvisational and soloing abilties, carving out a unique, all-original sound. Fronted by three of Denver's most talented and underrated musicians, and backed by a relentless rhythm section, BiggaDigga delivers a savvy performance and peerless songcraft. Concentrating on original material, plus a handful of unconventional covers, BiggaDigga reaches out to underserved, groove, funk and jazz lovers, with an impressive set exploring multiple genres, textures and dynamics. |
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The PorchLights
2:15- 3:30 PM
The PorchLights MySpace Page
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The Porchlights came to be after many late-night back porch jam sessions and open mics turned into benefit concerts and coffee house gigs. Deb Hilton met Billy Kneebone at one of her first open mics at Charly’s in Flagstaff. The two hit it off musically and began writing songs together in the Spring of 1999. Now, with 4 albums of original material under their belts, The Porchlights are happily at work on their 5th release titled Peace Pipe Dream, which will be complete (fingers crossed) by Summertime ’08. The Porchlights are passionate about writing, recording, performing live & traveling. You can find them playing at the theatres, taverns, restaurants, brewerys, acoustic music venues and coffeehouses all over the Southwest. |
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Formula 151
12:15- 1:30 PM
Formula 151 MySpace Page
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Launched by Dave Mensch in 2004, Formula 151 offers a sound unique in today's contemporary music. Formula 151 takes its listeners on a melodic and lyrical journey, incorporating dynamic arrangements written by Mensch. A more atypical aspect of Formula 151, setting the band apart from most other contemporary groups, is the inclusion of cellist Tischhauser. Mensch has a strong affinity for stringed instruments and the resonance, passion and depth they bring to a song, so he requested that Tischhauser, who was more readily known locally for her classical work, to join the band. |
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The Galloping Goooses
10:30- 11:45 AM |
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The Galloping Gooses are a band of 3 that cover a wide range of material on numerous instruments. With roots in country western, old time, bluegrass and folk music, the Gooses offer an original take on numerous classics and offer some quality original material as well. The band consists of Andy Hutchinson on guitar, banjo and vocals; Glenn Smith on guitar, mandolin and vocals and Charla Nettleton on bass, guitar and vocals. With two members residing in Dolores and one in McElmo Canyon, the Gooses are glad to have the chance to play the Dolores River Festival! Hope to see you there.
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Come Out and enjoy the Fun!!
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