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AthFest 2009 Master Schedule Wednesday, June 24

• 6:00 p.m. A Celebration of Art Rosenbaum and the Art of Old-Time Music (Ciné) featuring the North Georgia Folk Festival Poster Collection and screening of Desperate Man Blues at 8:00 p.m. Reception at 6:00 p.m. Tickets: $10 or $5 with AthFest wristband. See p. 24.

• 10:30 p.m. Film: Anvil! (Ciné) Tickets: $8 or $5 with AthFest wristband. See p. 25.

Thursday, June 25 • 8:00 p.m. 2009 Flagpole Athens Music Awards Show (Morton Theatre) Doors at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $3 with AthFest wristband; $7 advance, $9 door without wristband. See p. 15.

• 8:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m. Athens Picture Show (Ciné) featuring the film Athens, GA—Inside/Out and R.E.M. 1984 ; 8:00 p.m. Film: Elephant 6 Night at the Movies: 10:00 p.m. Tickets: $5 or FREE with AthFest wristband. See p. 24.

• 10:30 p.m. & 12:00 a.m. Film: Anvil!

(Ciné) Tickets: $8 or $5 with AthFest wristband. See p. 25.

Friday, June 26 • 4:00 p.m., 10:30 p.m., 12:00 a.m. Film: Anvil! (Ciné) Tickets: $8 or $5 with AthFest wristband. See p. 25.

• 4:30 p.m. Film: Desperate Man Blues (Ciné) Tickets: $5. See p. 24.

• 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Juried Artisan Market (Hull Street Stage Area) FREE. See p. 16.

• 8:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m. Film: Please Call Home (Ciné). Reception begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $25 or $20 with AthFest wristband (6:30 p.m. reception and screening). Tickets: $10 or $8 with AthFest wristband (10 p.m. screening only). See p. 24.

• 10:00 p.m. Film: Darius Goes West (Main Stage) Tickets: FREE. See p. 25.

AthFest Hull Street Stage (All Ages) 5:00 p.m. Joachim’s Dream 6:10 p.m. Tealvox 7:20 p.m. Those Darlins 8:30 p.m. ExcaliBrah

12:15 a.m. Still, Small Voice and the

Joyful Noise 1:15 a.m. Magnum Force Caledonia Lounge (18 & Up) 8:00 p.m. Vincas 9:00 p.m. The Wydelles 10:00 p.m. Lona 11:00 p.m. Nutria 12:00 a.m. Pride Parade 1:00 a.m. Hayride Ciné (All Ages) 10:00 p.m. Tunabunny 11:00 p.m. Forever 12:00 a.m. Cars Can Be Blue 1:00 a.m. Casper & the Cookies Farm 255 (18 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Puddin’ Tang 11:00 p.m. Bubbly Mommy Gun 12:00 a.m. Quiet Hooves 1:00 a.m. Noot d’ Noot Flicker Theatre & Bar (21 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Creepy 11:00 p.m. Moths 12:00 a.m. Madeline 1:00 a.m. Ham1 Morton Theatre (18 & Up) 9:00 p.m. Marriage 9:45 p.m. Hot New Mexicans 10:30 p.m. Lazer/Wülf 11:15 p.m. Geoff Reacher 12:00 a.m. Deaf Judges 12:30 a.m. We Versus the Shark

11:45 p.m. Brave New Citizen 1:00 a.m. Fire Zuave

Saturday, June 27

Nuçi’s Space (18 & Up) 8:30 p.m. Liz Durrett 9:30 p.m. Circulatory System 10:15 p.m. Modern Skirts

• 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. KidsFest (West Washington St.) FREE. See p. 23.

• 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. Juried Artisan Market (Hull Street Stage Area) FREE. See p. 16.

• 2:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m. Athens Picture Show (Ciné) featuring the film Athens, GA—Inside/Out and R.E.M. 1984; 2:00 p.m. Film: Elephant 6 Night at the Movies: 10:00 p.m. Tickets: $5 or FREE with AthFest wristband. See p. 24.

• 4:00 p.m. Film: Rip! A Remix Manifesto (Ciné) Tickets: FREE. See p. 25.

• 4:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m. Wired Dance Music Festival (Blur) Tickets: $10 or $5 with AthFest wristband. Ages 18 & up.

See full schedule on p. 21.

• 4:00 p.m., 10:30 p.m., 12:00 a.m. Film: Anvil! (Ciné) Tickets: $8 or $5 with AthFest wristband. See p. 25.

• 4:30 p.m. Film: Desperate Man Blues (Ciné) Tickets: $5. See p. 24.

• 8:00 p.m. TeenScreen Filmfest (Ciné) Tickets: $5, $1 for students or FREE with AthFest wristband. See p. 25.

Rye Bar (21 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Grant Mitchell 11:00 p.m. DJ Triz 12:00 a.m. 3 Foot Swagger Square One Fish Co. 8:00 p.m. Parrothead Paradise Duo 8:00 p.m. Helen, Dodge Tasty World (18 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Sammy Ensley 11:00 p.m. The Ibilisi Takedown 12:00 a.m. Bearfoot Hookers 1:00 a.m. The Incredible Sandwich The Globe (21 & Up) 8:30 p.m. Breathlanes 10:00 p.m. Cachaça 11:00 p.m. One L 12:00 a.m. The Donner Party The Green Room (All Ages) Outdoor Stage 9:00 p.m. Half Dozen Brass Band 10:00 p.m. Lingo 11:00 p.m. WILX Indoor Stage 8:30 p.m. Mule Train Allstars 9:30 p.m. Nathan Sheppard 10:30 p.m. Harp Unstrung

AthFest Main Stage (All Ages) 5:30 p.m. The Empties 6:40 p.m. Twin Tigers 7:50 p.m. Dead Confederate 9:00 p.m. The Black Lips

Go Bar (21 & Up) 9:00 p.m. The Gold Party 10:00 p.m. T. T. Mahony & the Standard 8 11:00 p.m. The Shut-Ups 12:00 a.m. Ume 1:00 a.m. DJ Mahogany

The Melting Point (18 & Up) 8:00 p.m. Little Country Giants 9:00 p.m. Curley Maple 10:00 p.m. William Tonks 11:00 p.m. Dodd Ferrelle

40 Watt Club (18 & Up) 10:15 p.m. All Night Drug Prowling Wolves 11:15 p.m. Dexter Romweber Duo

Little Kings Shuffle Club (21 & Up) 9:30 p.m. Etienne de Rocher 10:30 p.m. Our New Silence

Wild Wing Café (18 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Leading Edge 11:00 p.m. Founder and the Invisibles 12:00 a.m. Rollin’ Home

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AthFest Hull Street Stage (All Ages) 12:00 p.m. Farmer Jason 1:20 p.m. Art Rosenbaum & Friends 2:40 p.m. The Warm Fuzzies 3:50 p.m. Liz Durrett and Friends 5:00 p.m. The Starter Kits 6:10 p.m. Gabriel Kelley and the Reins 7:20 p.m. Jason Ringenberg 8:30 p.m. Holy Liars AthFest Main Stage (All Ages) 11:00 a.m. Pam Blanchard & the

Sunny-Side Up Band 12:40 p.m. Nappy Roots 2:00 p.m. Dancer vs. Politician 3:10 p.m. Venice Is Sinking 4:20 p.m. The Ginger Envelope 5:30 p.m. The Corduroy Road 6:40 p.m. Don Chambers + GOAT

7:50 p.m. Bloodkin 9:00 p.m. Patterson Hood & the

Screwtopians 40 Watt Club (18 & Up) 10:15 p.m. ‘Powers 11:15 p.m. Pegasuses-XL 12:15 a.m. A. Armada 1:15 a.m. Cinemechanica Blur (18 & Up) 4:00 p.m. Wired 2009 Dance Music

Festival (See p. 21) Caledonia Lounge (18 & Up) 8:00 p.m. Mandy Jane and the

Jaws of Life 9:00 p.m. Attest 10:00 p.m. Kill Lebaron 11:00 p.m. Hot Breath 12:00 a.m. The Dumps 1:00 a.m. Music Hates You Ciné (All Ages) 10:15 p.m. The Agenda 11:00 p.m. The Matt Kurz One 11:45 p.m. Grape Soda 12:30 a.m. The Young Sinclairs 1:15 a.m. The Buddy System Farm 255 (18 & Up) 10:15 p.m. Electa Villian 11:15 p.m. Kite to the Moon 12:15 a.m. Birds+Wire

Go Bar (21 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Tin Cup Prophette 11:00 p.m. A PostWar Drama 12:00 a.m. Madeline and the

White Flag Band 1:00 a.m. Twin Powers KidsFest Stage (All Ages) See p. 23 for descriptions.

12:45 p.m. Barnett Shoals Show Stoppers 1:00 p.m. Romper Stompers 1:45 p.m. Jason Harwell 2:20 p.m. Chris the Bucketman 2:45 p.m. The Athens Band 3:30 p.m. Chris the Bucketman 4:00 p.m. Jim and the Beanstalks Little Kings Shuffle Club (21 & Up) 9:00 p.m. Justin Evans 9:45 p.m. Monkey 10:45 p.m. Rebecca Jean Smith 11:45 p.m. Timber 1:00 a.m. Kaitlin Jones and the

County Fair Nuçi’s Space (18 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Slow Rowboat 11:00 p.m. Captain #1 12:00 a.m. Reptar Rye Bar (21 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Wormsloew 11:00 p.m. Junkyard Angel 12:00 a.m. Turtle Folk 1:00 a.m. Brock Butler

Flicker Theatre & Bar (21 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Nanny Island 11:00 p.m. Hope for Agoldensummer 12:00 a.m. Gemini Cricket 1:00 a.m. Sphinxie

Square One Restaurant and Bar Patio (18 & Up) 9:00 p.m. Tropical Breeze Steel Band 10:30 p.m. One Ton Tomato

Morton Theatre (18 & Up) 9:30 p.m. What’s Our Name 10:00 p.m. Gift Horse 10:45 p.m. Kuroma 12:00 a.m. Velveteen Pink 1:00 a.m. Immuzikation

Tasty World (18 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Dr. Squid 10:45 p.m. Plume 11:30 p.m. Mouser 12:00 a.m. The Interns 1:00 a.m. Futurebirds

General Info INFORMATION: Visit the AthFest Main Stage area information tent or ask someone in an AthFest staff t-shirt for assistance. See www.athfest.com, email info@ athfest.com or call 706-548-1973.

RESTROOMS: Portable public restroom facilities are available in the AthFest Main Stage Area at 285 W. Washington St. MERCHANDISE: AthFest t-shirts, CDs and other items are available at the merchandise booth in the AthFest Main Stage area.

POLICE: An Athens-Clarke County Police Substation is located at 133 E. Washington St. (one/two blocks east of the AthFest Main Stage area). 706-613-3343.

ALCOHOL: Open alcoholic beverages are not allowed outside of the designated areas in the AthFest Main Stage area or outside of serving establishments, except in their roped-off “sidewalk café” areas.

SMOKING: Smoking is prohibited inside of all enclosed public plans in Athens-Clarke County 24/7, including bars, venues and restaurants. While smoking is

The Globe (21 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Sailor Dawn 11:00 p.m. The Premonitions 12:00 a.m. Rand Lines Trio

(Ciné) Tickets: $5. See p. 24.

• 5:00 p.m. Iron AthChef (Between Main Stage and Hull Street Stage) FREE. See p. 17.

• 6:00 p.m. TeenScreen Filmfest encore screening (Ciné) Tickets: $5, $1 for students or FREE with AthFest wristband.

See p. 25.

• 7:30 p.m. Mountain Music and Medicine Show (Morton Theatre) Tickets: $10 or $5 with AthFest wristband. See p. 13.

The Green Room (All Ages) Outdoor Stage 9:00 p.m. The Fly Brothers 10:00 p.m. Tent City 11:00 p.m. Lionz Indoor Stage 8:30 p.m. Rachel O’Neal 9:30 p.m. Ken Will Morton 10:30 p.m. Bros. Marler 11:30 p.m. Closing Jam The Melting Point (18 & Up) 9:00 p.m. Flash to Bang Time 10:00 p.m. Love Tractor 11:00 p.m. Time Toy 12:00 a.m. Five Eight Wild Wing Café (18 & Up) 10:00 p.m. Showtime 11:00 p.m. Ty Manning & Friends 12:00 a.m. Daniel Mack & the Pick’n Coop

Sunday, June 28 • 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. KidsFest (West Washington Street) FREE. See p. 23.

• 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Juried Artisan Market (Hull Street Stage Area) FREE. See p. 16.

• 2:00 p.m. Athens Picture Show (Ciné) featuring the film Athens, GA—Inside/ Out and R.E.M. 1984; 2:00 p.m. Tickets: $5 or FREE with AthFest wristband. See p. 24.

• 4:00 p.m. Film: Rip! A Remix Manifesto (Ciné) Tickets: FREE. See p. 25.

• 4:00 p.m., 10:30 p.m. Film: Anvil! (Ciné) Tickets: $8 or $5 with AthFest wristband. See p. 25.

• 4:30 p.m. Film: Desperate Man Blues

permitted outdoors and under the AthFest beer tents, please dispose of your cigarette butts properly.

FIRST AID: Visit the AthFest information booth in the Main Stage area for first aid direction or assistance.

PETS: Pets are discouraged from attending AthFest due to the crowds, children, hot surfaces and lack of suitable areas for them. If you bring a pet, please dispose of their waste properly. All pets must be leashed.

PARKING: Municipal Parking is available in the three downtown parking decks (entrances on College Avenue, Hancock Avenue and beside The Classic Center on Thomas Street), and at street-side metered parking.

Times for fee collections and fees vary. Meters are free on Sundays. Prestige Parking operates private lots close to the stages, artists and vendors. Daily parking: $5. Check the Prestige Parking website at www.prestigeparkingathens.com.

RECYCLING: AthFest encourages you to recycle as many items as you can. The ACC County Recycling Division has placed recycling containers throughout the festival site.

AthFest 2009 Program

AthFest Hull Street Stage (All Ages) 12:00 p.m. Camp Amped

Student Band Showcase 1:50 p.m. Marty Winkler &

Michael C. Steele 3:00 p.m. Bob Livingston 4:10 p.m. JazzChronic 5:20 p.m. Heavy Feather 6:30 p.m. David Barbe and the

Quick Hooks AthFest Main Stage (All Ages) 11:00 a.m. The Gospel Starlights 1:00 p.m. Lefty Hathaway & the

Half Dozen Brass Band 2:20 p.m. Betsy Franck & the

Bareknuckle Band 3:30 p.m. Holman Autry Band 4:40 p.m. Grogus 5:50 p.m. Dreams So Real 7:00 p.m. Randall Bramblett Band KidsFest Stage (All Ages) See p. 23 for descriptions.

12:00 p.m. Sam’s Path Petting Zoo 1:00 p.m. Irish Step Dance with the

Drake School of Irish Dance 1:30 p.m. Dave Forker 2:15 p.m. Boone Hood 3:10 p.m. A-Ron the Entertainer 3:45 p.m. Ann Holt 4:00 p.m. Pam Blanchard solo

Wristband Info Wristbands provide free access to all venues participating in the Club Crawl on Friday and Saturday nights.

(Subject to age and capacity restrictions). Wristbands also include free admission to the Wired Dance Music Festival (p. 21) and TeenScreen (p. 25), as well as discounted admission to the Flagpole Athens Music Awards Show (p. 15), the Mountain Music Medicine Show (p. 13) and Ciné AthFest films (p. 24). Wristbands are not required for activities in the Main Stage area.

Wristbands are $15 in advance through Thursday, June 25, and $20 on Friday and Saturday and at club entrances. Wristbands are available online through the AthFest website (www.athfest.com), or in person at the Athens Welcome Center (280 E. Dougherty St.), Ciné (234 W. Hancock Ave.), Schoolkids Records (264 E. Clayton St.) and Wuxtry Records (197 E. Clayton St.).

Wristbands are on sale during AthFest at the Flagpole Athens Music Awards on Thursday, June 26, at the AthFest merchandise booth at the Main Stage Area and at participating Club Crawl venues.

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AthFest 2009 Performer Listings Friday, June 26 3 Foot Swagger Local band featuring musicians Dave Cardello, Jake Cohen, Scott Lerch, Charlie McCoy and Jeff Reusche. The Swagger plays dynamic, high-energy rock with a lot of funk. (Midnight, Rye Bar)

All Night Drug Prowling Wolves This Atlanta indie band has a polished sound dominated by poppy bass lines and punk howling. A distinct influence from the Talking Heads and ‘80s garage permeates the band’s vocals and guitar. (10:15 p.m., 40 Watt Club) Bearfoot Hookers This rowdy local band performs funky, good-humored country. It’s beer-drinkin’ gospel.

(Midnight, Tasty World) The Black Lips For more information on tonight’s outdoor headlining act, see p. 7. (9 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) Brave New Citizen This melodic local rock band features seasoned local musicians Jay Nackashi, Alex Nackashi, Jesse Flavin and Larry Tenner. The group draws on the best of ‘90s college rock sounds to create a quirky blend of alternative and pop. (11:45 p.m., Little Kings Shuffle Club)

Breathlanes Led by guitarist/ composer John Miley, Breathlanes features atmospheric, organic tones built around guitar, drums and standup bass. (8:30 p.m., The Globe) Bubbly Mommy Gun Raucous psychedelic explorations led by members of Sleeping Friends, The Lickity-Splits and Ice Cream Socialists. (11 p.m., Farm 255) Cachaça Local jazz group with a Latin bent plays standards plus original compositions and Brazilian gems.

(10 p.m., The Globe) Cars Can Be Blue Quirky and sometimes naughty local duo recently celebrated the release of its second album. As the band says, imagine Sarah Silverman fronting Dressy Bessy: bubblegum pop with raunchy, satirical lyrics. (Midnight, Ciné Barcafé) Casper & the Cookies Reminiscent of bands like Talking Heads and The Beatles, local pop-rock superpower Casper & the Cookies plays a diverse set of songs built around one concept: fun. (1 a.m., Ciné Barcafé) Circulatory System Led by main songwriter Will Cullen Hart alongside various former Olivia Tremor Control bandmates, Circulatory System blasts through psychedelic,

AthFest/UGA Music Business Panels THE MELTING POINT · 295 E. Dougherty Street Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, Time TBA In keeping with its mission to educate people about music and arts, AthFest will once again team up with the University of Georgia’s Music Business Program to present the AthFest/UGA Music Business Panels.

“Because of the incredible pace of recent change in the music business, it is a great time to be an entrepreneur in the field, and Athens is the DIY (Do It Yourself) capital of the world,” says UGA Music Business Administrator, Bruce Burch. “The goal of these panels in a cutting-edge town like Athens is to enlighten those interested in being the future leaders of the industry.”

The panels are free and open to the public. They will take place on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at the Melting Point in The Foundry Park Inn. Because the event is still several months away, the itinerary and speakers are still under discussion. The past three years’ events have consisted of three to four panels featuring several of the biggest names in the music business. Mark your calendars so that you can learn what it takes to make the wheels turn in the music industry.

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elliptical pop songs rich with strings, keys and layers of guitar. The sophomore release Signal Morning is due out at the end of the summer!

(9:30 p.m., Nuçi’s Space) Creepy These five local ladies weave haunting harmonies and vitriolic cries over lush psychedelic sounds.

(10 p.m., Flicker Theatre & Bar) Curley Maple Fiddler David Blackmon’s progressive old-time project.

He’s joined by wife Noel and Christian Lopez on mandolin and guitar, and Chris Enghauser on bass. (9 p.m., The Melting Point) Dead Confederate For more info on tonight’s outdoor headlining act, see p. 5. (7:50 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) Deaf Judges Consisting of three MCs and one DJ, the Deaf Judges focus on an energetic live show backed by beats that utilize elements of world music and old school funk and soul, and lyrics influenced by the modern underground as well as a classic New York hip-hop style. (Midnight, Morton Theatre) Dexter Romweber Duo Dexter Romweber is the former frontman for the psycho-surf-rockabillygarage-punk combo Flat Duo Jets.

His music was a huge influence on Jack White of The White Stripes, and it only takes a quick listen to his rowdy rock and roll to see why.

(11:15 p.m., 40 Watt Club) The Donner Party Pogues tribute band featuring “drinking songs, traditional singalongs, more drinking songs, and also some songs for drinking to.” The all-star cast features members of local bands Olympus Mans, Half Dozen Brass Band, Greyhounds and Positraxion.

(Midnight, The Globe) Liz Durrett Guitarist/violinist/ songwriter Liz Durrett performs an acoustic solo set of her haunting, airy songs that’ve drawn a number of comparisons to Cat Power’s Chan Marshall. (8:30 p.m., Nuçi’s Space) The Empties Local pop-rockers The Empties combine melancholy vocals with surprisingly harmonized choruses, in an interesting combination of rhythmic mope-rock and more driving hard rock. (5:30 p.m., AthFest Main Stage)

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Sammy Ensley Rootsy folk rock artist who performs raucous energetic tunes marked by a catchy pop sensibility. (10 p.m., Tasty World) ExcaliBrah Boastingly tongue-incheek, Je Suis France member D.J. Hammond performs hip-hop with an experimental, almost psychedelic slant. His new album ExcaliBrah ‘09 is chock full of songs about wangs, hanging out with Robocop, “sippin’ dranks,” and other fun topics. (8:30 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Dodd Ferrelle After breaking from The Tinfoil Stars, singer-songwriter Dodd Ferrelle got together with Hope for Agoldensummer’s Claire Campbell and the esteemed folk artist Jim Whitem among others to create a noticeably darker sound.

(11 p.m., The Melting Point) Fire Zuave The lead singer of this Athens-by-way-of-West-PalmBeach trio is the cousin of Of Montreal’s Kevin Barnes, but he sings a scratchier pop that veers toward Americana. His voice can channel Conor Oberst and Jeff Tweedy, and the bassist and drummer buoy his melodies with clean backing vocals.

(1 a.m., Little Kings Shuffle Club) Forever High-energy, female-fronted rock band with bright guitar sounds that bridge the gap between punk and post-punk. (11 p.m., Ciné ) Founder and the Invisibles Local singer-songwriter and UGA student Drew Dixon’s band accompanies his John Mayer-like vocals with blues and soul-inspired arrangements. (11 p.m., Wild Wing Café) The Gold Party The Gold Party is a new collaboration between locals Dan Geller (Ruby Isle), Benji Barton (Boulevard) and Brian Smith (USSR, The Curl). Expect new wave/ electro sounds inspired by acts like Depeche Mode and The Smiths. (9 p.m., Go Bar) Half Dozen Brass Band Highly praised local ensemble, and Athens’ only New Orleans-style brass band, claims Rebirth, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band and Youngblood Brass Band as influences. (outdoor stage) (9 p.m., The Green Room) Ham1 A breezy take on straightahead ‘60s garage rock, brightened by

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Dead Confederate MAIN STAGE · 285 West Washington Street Friday, June 26, 7:50 p.m.

FREE When Hardy Morris, Brantley Senn, Walker Howle, John Watkins and Jason Scarboro of Dead Confederate first began playing music together during their high school years in Augusta, GA, they probably never imagined their first record would be recorded in the same Austin, TX studio that withstood the sound effects of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre—if they imagined a first record, at all. It wasn’t until after college that the now Athens-based band, when faced with the prospect of finding “real” jobs, even decided to get serious about music. The ultimate result of that decision was their self-titled EP, released in 2008.

Dead Confederate’s first full-length record, Wrecking Ball, was also released in 2008. The slight Southern rock bent of the record, combined with “tightly-coiled, spacey rock that leaps from slow, aching verses into gut-blasting choruses,” prompted Rolling Stone to designate the band a “2008 Artist to Watch,” and got the band a slot on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien.”

“We’re kind of like a Jackson Pollock painting,” explains Morris. “Brutally honest. There isn’t some big twist or turn; it just lays it all out there: immediate, no frills, primal, emotional.”

Dead Confederate will co-headline the first night of AthFest with The Black Lips.

swoon-worthy harmonies and a pop sensibility. (1 a.m., Flicker Theatre & Bar) Harp Unstrung This local act gives melodic alternative rock a bluesy, Southern twist. (indoor stage) (10:30 p.m., The Green Room) Hayride This Athens trio maintains a steady output of prog- and metalinfluenced rock. Hayride’s punk leanings don’t exclude strong melodies. (1 a.m., Caledonia Lounge) Helen, Dodge Local Americana act that began as a songwiter-in-theround project. (8 p.m., Square One) Hot New Mexicans Vocalist-guitarist Patrick Jennings, drummer Joe Dakin and bassist Ian McCord cre-

ate catchy, punk-influenced and boozy power pop. (9:45 p.m., Morton Theatre) The Ibilisi Takedown This Athens band plays energetic Southern rock and sultry blues punctuated by fiddle, harmonica and guitar. (11 p.m., Tasty World) The Incredible Sandwich Athensbased instrumental jam band with some tropical leanings. (1 a.m., Tasty World) Joachim’s Dream Local high school-aged quintet Joachim’s Dream won the Monsignor Donovan Ram Jam this year with their soulful Americana-tinged indie pop. (5 p.m., AthFest Main Stage)

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Lazer/Wülf This local avant-metal

Mule Train Allstars A collaborative

instrumental trio mixes in prog, thrash as well as more eclectic influences, and was voted the 2008 Flagpole Band of the Year. The group recently released its debut LP, The Void That Isn’t. (10:30 p.m., Morton Theatre) Leading Edge The local band formerly known as Mudra has gotten more upbeat since the name change—channeling alternative rock and pop sounds from across decades. (10 p.m., Wild Wing Café) Lingo Funky, soulful jam band from Marietta that recorded its debut album with John Keane (R.E.M., Widespread Panic) here in town. (outdoor stage) (10 p.m., The Green Room) Little Country Giants Stellar oldtime folk, country and blues from Rome, GA. (8 p.m., The Melting Point) Lona Lona is the flagship band for local songwriter, guitarist and drummer Clay Leverett (The Chasers, Now It’s Overhead, Bright Eyes).

The band sends out more than a little country and more than enough gutsy, mid-tempo rock. (10 p.m., Caledonia Lounge) Madeline Bell-voiced local songwriter Madeline Adams plays endearing songs of smalltown loves, hopes and other assorted torments and joys. Solo set. (Midnight, Flicker Theatre & Bar) Magnum Force Formed during a recent battle of the service industry bands, Magnum Force features 40 Watt employees rocking killer covers from bands like The Replacements, The Clash and Guns N’ Roses. (1:15 a.m., 40 Watt Club) Marriage Truly unclassifiable local Christian sludge-rock trio experiments with every heavy and bizarre sound it can muster. (9 p.m., Morton Theatre) Grant Mitchell The guitarist/vocalist from local jam rock band WILX performs a set with some friends. (10 p.m., Rye Bar) Modern Skirts This piano-driven foursome has become one of Athens’ most treasured and acclaimed local pop acts. (10:15 p.m., Nuçi’s Space) Moths Featuring Jacob Morris of Ham1, Moths plays a mostly acoustic sort of folk rock with pop sensibility. (11 p.m., Flicker Theatre & Bar)

jam featuring artists and employees of local label Mule Train Records performing mostly acoustic, Americana-style rock. Performers include members of The Corduroy Road, The Incredible Sandwich, Nathan Sheppard and label-owner Ryan Kelly. (indoor stage) (8:30 p.m., The Green Room) Noot d’ Noot Large Atlanta ensemble that offers freaky, fun funk doused in psychedelia. (1 a.m., Farm 255) Nutria This rootsy local powerpop band features bassist Andy Pope, guitarist Dave Weiglein (ex-Eskimos), guitarist/vocalist Bob Spires (ex-Possibilities) and drummer Jason Eshelman (ex-Eskimos, Fairburn Royals). (11 p.m., Caledonia Lounge) One L Afro-Cuban-inspired music that blends rock, funk and soul with clave patterns and electric guitar.

Featuring Afro-Cuban percussion, a searing horns and authentic Cuban instruments. (11 p.m., The Globe) Our New Silence A local experimental world music project involving reinterpretations of traditional Indonesian music. Featuring Kai Reidl, formerly of Macha. (10:30 p.m., Little Kings Shuffle Club) Parrothead Paradise Duo Local cover band cou tesy of uffett Marl y and some tropical faves. (8 p.m., Square One Fish Co.) Pride Parade Acclaimed local hard rock band with a brand new fulllength in the can called Dose. (Midnight, Caledonia Lounge) Puddin’ Tang Upbeat, quirky and stripped-down, Puddin’ Tang plays rootsy garage rock in the vein of Von Bondies. (10 p.m., Farm 255) Quiet Hooves Increasingly pop-oriented experimental psych-folk from here in town featuring toy instruments and creative arrangements.

(Midnight, Farm 255) Geoff Reacher Reacher combines heart-warming acoustic folk with inventive electronic accompaniment.

(11:15 p.m., Morton Theatre) Etienne de Rocher Would-be physicist drops out of school and migrates from San Francisco to play acoustic funk-rock in Athens. You can’t make this stuff up. (9:30 p.m., Little Kings Shuffle Club) Rollin’ Home This band jams originals with a Dead groove and a Southern rock leaning. (Midnight, Wild Wing Café)

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From the time they formed in 2000 in Atlanta to the release of their fifth record, 200 Million Thousand, in 2009, The Black Lips—featuring singer/guitarist Cole Alexander, bassist Jared Swilley, guitarist Ian Saint Pé and drummer Joe Bradley—have gained a reputation as one of the craziest, if not one of the best bands to emerge from Georgia in the 21st century. The band is especially well known for its wild onstage theatrics.

They have played to stages invaded by an entire crowd, and they have fled foreign countries for fear of arrest after live stunts gone awry. However, despite the antics, it has always been about the music first and about the wild ride second.

The Black Lips’ influences range from early-American rock and roll to ‘60s Latin-American punk. That raw, garage-rock sound combined with a relentless worldwide touring schedule has established the group as an international force, hailed by Rolling Stone as “one of the best live bands in America.”

The Black Lips will perform on the first night of AthFest after a set by co-headliners Dead Confederate.

Nathan Sheppard The local acoustic guitarist-harmonicist is known for his emotive singing style and his modern reworkings of classic tunes, from Dylan to Van Morrison. (indoor stage) (9:30 p.m., The Green Room) The Shut-Ups Led by Don Condescending and Ben Spraker, The Shut Ups produce sounds reminiscent of The Joe Jackson Band, The Paul

Collins Beat and The Brains. (11 p.m., Go Bar)

Still, Small Voice and the Joyful Noise A revolving lineup pounding out garage-rock spirituals. (12:15 a.m., 40 Watt Club)

T. T. Mahony and the Standard 8 This local irreverent piano-rock band sounds like a dirty, debaucherous Billy Joel. (10 p.m., Go Bar)

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Tealvox Local teenage indie-rock band Tealvox draws inspiration from acts such as Coldplay, U2 and The Beatles. (6:10 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Those Darlins Brassy vocals and a ‘50s country twang come together to create this Nashville trio’s authentic throwback sound. (7:20 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) William Tonks Local folk rocker William Tonks (Workhorses, Barbara Cue, etc.) performs a solo set of his songs on guitar and dobro. His earnest delivery and palpable sincerity recall the tender vocals of James Taylor and the subtle Southern tones of Gram Parsons. (10 p.m., The Melting Point) Tunabunny Experimental local act featuring hazy and warped experimental psychedelia. Dual female guitarists/vocalists are backed by synthesized percussion and a wall of noise. (10 p.m., Ciné Barcafé) Twin Tigers Loud and lush at the same time, this local band combines jarring guitar riffs with sweeping melodies and heavy percussion.

(6:40 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) Ume Hailing from Austin, indie band Ume incorporates post-rock riffs and dream pop vocals into its haunting, minimalist sound. (Midnight, Go Bar) Vincas New project from Chris McNeal (ex-Paper Lions, Teenage Meth Lab, Maserati). Energetic, erratic garage punk with growling guitars, howling vocals and a bit of rockabilly blues swagger. (8 p.m., Caledonia Lounge) We Versus the Shark Local fanfave four-piece We Versus the Shark has been infusing everything with the punkish yet technical abrasion of math rock, but injects a healthy and uncharacteristic amount of hipshakin’ funk into the act. This will be the Shark’s last show for a while!

(12:30 a.m., Morton Theatre) WILX Local rock band with alternative and grunge roots, soaked in Southern styling. The band’s interactive live show tends to be more progressive or jam-based than the recordings. (outdoor stage) (11 p.m., The Green Room) The Wydelles Local group that plays rustic Americana with lonesome pedal steel wimpering behind gritty, Springsteen-esque vocals. (9 p.m., Caledonia Lounge)

Saturday, June 27 A PostWar Drama Cowboy soul from North Country featuring help from local musicians and tunes for the dusty trail. (11 p.m., Go Bar) A. Armada Athens’ A. Armada plays energetic, epic, instumental indie rock. The band’s Anam Cara EP takes things in a cinematic postrock direction, with touches of Godspeed and such. (12:15 a.m., 40 Watt Club) The Agenda A special reunion show! Back after a six-year hiatus, the short-lived but internationally acclaimed in-your-face punk rock ensemble known as The Agenda features a high-energy show that’s both reckless and wildly entertaining. The lineup features Dan Geller, Mat Lewis, Ryan Lewis and Justin Robinson returns on lead vocals.

(10:15 p.m., Ciné Barcafé) Art Rosenbaum & Friends Local folk archivist and Grammy-winner Art Rosenbaum will be accompanied by a number of guests performing traditional, regional music. (1:20 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Attest New local hardcore band delivers breakdowns by the handful. (9 p.m., Caledonia Lounge) Birds+Wire This local group plays a moody kind of alternative country, incorporating sweet vocal harmonies and steel sounds as well as a rhythm section fluent in jazz. (12:15 a.m., Farm 255) Bloodkin The long-running Athens rock and roll quartet plays a bluesy style of roots-rock music with big guitars and sharply written lyrics for darkly countrified bar-room rock.

The critically acclaimed new release, Baby, They Told Us We Would Rise Again marked a massive comeback for the group this year. (7:50 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) Bros. Marler Brothers Drew and Daniel Marler are currently concentrating on bringing their brand of Neil Young/Elliot Smith/Allman Bros.-influenced music to the people as an acoustic duo. (indoor stage) (10:30 p.m., The Green Room) The Buddy System Local group that features the adorable projected animation of Lauren Gregg’s illustrations along with the gently grooving indie-pop tunes delivered

Patterson Hood and The Screwtopians MAIN STAGE · 285 West Washington Street Saturday, June 27, 9:00 p.m.

FREE Before the Drive-By Truckers ever existed, front man Patterson Hood spread the word by performing solo shows at any place that would let him in. Now, with some notoriety under his belt, he’s back to recording and playing solo gigs when he’s not on tour with DBT. His first solo record, Killers and Stars, was released in 2004, followed

by Murdering Oscar (and Other Love Songs) on June 23, 2009. The latter, Hood says, was 15 years in the making, and it marks the first time he’s recorded with his famous father, David Hood.

While Hood may not be a native Athenian—he’s originally from Florence, AL—he has lived in Athens since 1994, before the formation of DBT. The band eventually came together in 1996, and with more than 2,000 shows played and several critically-praised records to his name (including DBT’s 2001 double album Southern Rock Opera), Hood has staked his claim as a prominent voice in the Southern rock revival.

Patterson Hood and his backing band The Screwtopians, featuring members of DBT and Centro-matic, will headline the second night of AthFest, with an opening set by Bloodkin.

by Kindercore stalwarts. (1:15 a.m., Ciné Barcafé) Brock Butler Perpetual Groove frontman weaves complex, inspired, loop-based soul jams. (1 a.m., Rye Bar) Captain #1 This band spins grand tales of death, love and life through low-key acoustic pop. (11 p.m., Nuçi’s Space) Cinemechanica This intensely voluminous local quartet is the aggro math-rock indie outfit that doesn’t know it’s a metal band. Or perhaps vice versa. (1:15 a.m., 40 Watt Club) Closing Jam Any and all artists performing tonight will regroup for a free-for-all jam session. (indoor

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stage) (11:30 p.m., The Green Room) The Corduroy Road Kentucky-bred, locally based, foot-stomping duo playing non-traditional folk with a banjo and guitar. (5:30 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) Dancer vs. Politician Band/recording project (formerly known as Panda) fronted by Sanni Baumgartner; the songs, sung in both German and English, are gentler and more pop-oriented than the cabaret of Baumgartner’s former band Audition with Max Reinhardt. (2 p.m., AthFest Main Stage)

Daniel Mack & the Pick’n Coop Four-piece country band featuring

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Mike Jarrard on drums and chicken coop, Jeremy Sellers on bass, Johnny Evans on electric guitar and Daniel Mack on guitar and vocals.

“It’s butt-shakin’ country and some sad songs, too!” says Mack. (Midnight, Wild Wing Café) Don Chambers + GOAT Whiskeysoaked bootstomps that have a certain dusty closing-time chic, and the full-band action finds a raucous gang of friends delivering unrivaled Southern Gothic rock. (6:40 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) Dr. Squid Jangly, frenetic rock and roll, at its best when emphasizing its British Invasion sounds. (10 p.m., Tasty World) The Dumps With veterans of the punk scene at the helm, The Dumps deliver angular metal licks and dual screaming over sludgy grooves— one intense rock performance. (Midnight, Caledonia Lounge) Electa Villian The band promises a high-energy set featuring new material performed by the new lineup of C.K. Koch, Justin Allmet and Jay Murphy. (10:15 p.m., Farm 255) Justin Evans Local guy Justin Evans wrangles intricate lyricism and twangy guitar into dirt-road romanticism. In the past, he’s been backed

by AJ Adams on lap steel, Carlton Owens on drums and Julia Schoenning on vocals. (9 p.m., Little Kings Shuffle Club) Farmer Jason Jason Ringenberg’s country music persona plays fun and educational ditties about animals and farm life for young audiences. (Noon, AthFest Hull Street Stage) Five Eight This totally wired, nearlegendary Athens rock trio has con-

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sistently pumped out high-energy rock and roll that’s not too complicated but overwhelmingly satisfying.

(Midnight, The Melting Point) Flash to Bang Time Local new wave group finds a marriage between fun and somber, like a stormy beach party. Features Lynda Stipe (Oh-OK, Hetch Hetchy), Charles Greenleaf, Kevin Sims, Matt Tamesin and Ritchie WIlliams. (9 p.m., The Melting Point) The Fly Brothers Funky reggaerock jam band with a jazz perspective. (outdoor stage) (9 p.m., The Green Room) Futurebirds Local folk-rock collective with a tattered, raspy edge. (1 a.m., Tasty World)

Gabriel Kelley and the Reins Alternative folk quartet that blends the honesty and simplicity of country music with the intimacy and earnestness of contemporary folk to create a timeless sound. For fans of Whiskeytown, Wilco or The Jayhawks. (6:10 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Gemini Cricket Local three-piece plays sleazy garage stomps that swagger through reverb and jangle with an air of ‘60s abandon. (Midnight, Flicker Theatre & Bar) Gift Horse Athens’ Gift Horse is as dark and brooding as it is sensual.

The ominous yet sparse tones creep and ache with tingling reverb. (10 p.m., Morton Theatre) The Ginger Envelope Patrick Carey’s slow-rolling countryish pop is marked by breezy, melodic sounds with chiming acoustic and electric notes and vocal melodies. The Ginger Envelope is celebrating the release of its new album, Invitation Air.

(4:20 p.m., AthFest Main Stage)

Grape Soda New band featuring the brothers Lewis (Mat and Ryan) of The Buddy System on vocals, organ and drums, playing reverb-heavy garage psych-rock. (11:45 p.m., Ciné Barcafé) Holy Liars This local four-piece tends towards blue-collar rock, not unlike a more polished early Uncle Tupelo or the cow-punkier moments of Social Distortion. (8:30 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Hope for Agoldensummer Charming and highly praised local neo-folk band delivers the thriftstore gospel.

(11 p.m., Flicker Theatre & Bar) Hot Breath Thrash trio featuring members of experimental local acts Garbage Island and S.V.A. (11 p.m., Caledonia Lounge) Immuzikation Celebrated local DJ Alfredo Lapuz, Jr.–also known for his over-the-top Daft Punk tribute act–mashes up high-energy electro and rock. (1 a.m., Morton Theatre) The Interns New local band that shares several members with Futurebirds. Instead of Americana, this configuration plays dreamy, guitardriven indie rock with just a hint of alt-country. (Midnight, Tasty World) Junkyard Angel Savannah quintet that plays straightforward Americana-infused Southern rock with cheeky lyrics. (11 p.m., Rye Bar)

Kaitlin Jones and the County Fair Local folk guitarist/vocalist Kaitlin Jones’ five-piece electric band performs a set of Americana-tinged tunes. (1 a.m., Little Kings Shuffle Club) Ken Will Morton Athens’ own Ken Will Morton is an engaging and prolific songwriter with several full-

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lengths under his belt. His soulful rasp and sharp lyrics encompass both the heart of folk and the rough and tumble vitality of rock. (indoor stage) (9:30 p.m., The Green Room) Kill Lebaron First known as October Falls and then known as Sincerely Yours before taking on its current moniker, this local group plays hardcore/screamo. (10 p.m., Caledonia Lounge) Kite to the Moon A noisy pop cacophony with a quirky sense of humor. Expect a dizzying array of visual stimulation to accompany the set—from video projections to ladies in tiger suits and other quirky costuming. (11:15 p.m., Farm 255) Kuroma Hank Sullivant’s (ex- Whigs, MGMT) band, featuring Alfredo Lapuz, Joaquin Cotler and Nick Robbins, has a big rock sound, fueled by Queen-esque guitar solos, dreamy vocals and an affinity for stage theatrics. (10:45 p.m., Morton Theatre) Lionz Southern jam-rock from Athens. (outdoor stage) (11 p.m., The Green Room) Liz Durrett and Friends Guitarist/violinist/songwriter Liz Durrett performs a set of her haunting, airy songs that’ve drawn a number of comparisons to Cat Power’s Chan Marshall. Joined on the outdoor stage by her full backing band. (3:50 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Love Tractor Original Love Tractor member Mike Richmond recruited Bill Holmes (ex-Vigilantes of Love), Ben Holst (ex-Avenues, Velure), Tom Lewis and Darren Stanley (Squat) to round out his new lineup. The album Black Hole features spacey and compelling, prog-influenced guitar epics. (10 p.m., The Melting Point)

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MAIN STAGE · 285 West Washington Street Sunday, June 28, 7:00 p.m.

FREE Randall Bramblett isn’t a household name, but you’re probably very familiar with his songwriting and musicianship. Since beginning in music career in the 1970s, Bramblett has become one of the most sought-after go-to men in the music industry, recruited to perform on records by the likes of Steve Winwood and Bonnie Raitt. He’s also become a celebrated solo artist in his own right. His most recent record, Now It’s Tomorrow, is his fourth release for New West Records, and one of only a handful of records he’s made after a lengthy recording hiatus.

Growing up under the influence of soul music in Jesup, GA, and having had the opportunity to write and perform in a variety of genres has given Bramblett a unique outlook on music. His new record holds true to his roots, but has more of a straight-up rock sound with bigger, funkier beats than some of his previous work.

“On the previous one [Rich Someday], we went into it thinking we wanted to make a more organic, trashy sounding record, a real backporch kind of record,” he says. “This record is really energetic with some Beatles, psychedelic and some Indian influences. We spent more time on production than we had on any of my previous records.”

Randall Bramblett will headline the final night of AthFest, following an opening set by the reunited Dreams So Real.

Madeline and the White Flag Band Joined by Jason Trahan (guitar), Jacob Morris (bass) and Jim Wilson (drums), named after her most recent release, White Flag.

(Midnight, Go Bar)

Mandy Jane and the Jaws of Life Amanda Crouse heads up this tongue-in-whiskey-soaked-cheek country ‘n’ western-inspired act.

Ken Manring works the guitar as the duo swings through tunes influenced by Gram Parsons and Loretta Lynn. (8 p.m., Caledonia Lounge) The Matt Kurz One One-man rock machine Matt Kurz literally plays

drums, keyboard, guitar and bass, by himself, all at the same time.

Expect a mix of garage-rock stomps and bluesy crooning. (11 p.m., Ciné Barcafé) Monkey Local band provides rockabilly bluegrass pickin’. (9:45 p.m., Little Kings Shuffle Club) Mouser Colby Carter (vocals, guitar) and his expanding gang of backing musicians play efficient and exuberant garage-pop songs that suggest a willingness to experiment, working through outré noise jams to find the aggressive pop hiding behind.

(11:30 p.m., Tasty World)

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There’s red clay under the fingernails of this fist raised against authority. (1 a.m., Caledonia Lounge) Nanny Island Local band featuring SJ Ursrey (The Ones, Creepy) and Shauna Greeson (Hola Halo) playing dreamy, tropical melodies. (10 p.m., Flicker Theatre & Bar) Nappy Roots Formed in Kentucky in 1995 and best known for the hit 2002 single “Awnaw,” the soul-influenced hip-hop group Nappy Roots draws members from California and Georgia, too. (12:40 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) One Ton Tomato Local salsa band featuring members of The HEAP. (10:30 p.m., Square One Restaurant and Bar)

and originals from this trio that also played in now-defunct pop group Freeze Tag. He’s backed by bassist Jason Cheek and drummer Dennis Baraw. (Midnight, The Globe) Reptar This group plays uptempo punk/funk with choppy guitar licks, melodic drumming and electronic loops and sound washes. (Midnight, Nuçi’s Space) Jason Ringenberg One of the earliest pioneers of the cowpunk genre, Ringenberg effortlessly blends the intensity and speed of punk rock with the swagger and drawl of Nashville country music. (7:20 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Sailor Dawn This local garage rock band draws heavily from ‘90s alternative rock and powerpop. (10 p.m., The Globe) Showtime Local rapper Elite Tha Showstoppa and his new backing band venture through rap, rock and Parliament-style funk. (10 p.m., Wild Wing Café) The Slow Rowboat New local group featuring Jay Henriques (ex-Gemini Cricket), Ian Rickert (Fairmount Fair, Folklore), Davy Gibbs (Gemini Cricket, ex-Casper and the Cookies) and Raoul de la Cruz (Folklore, Gemini Cricket) playing lo-fi twee pop. (10 p.m., Nuçi’s Space) Rebecca Jean Smith Atlanta singersongwriter performs bluesy folk music. (10:45 p.m., Little Kings Shuffle Club) Sphinxie Experimental, discordant rock from Athens. (1 a.m., Flicker Theatre & Bar) The Starter Kits Multi-instrumentalist Mikey Dwyer fronts this band sounding a bit like a Southern Elvis Costello with a slight punk snarl.

He’s joined by bassist Jamie Coulter (The Help) and drummer-vocalist Dan Orchik (Dictatortots). (5 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Tent City This local four-piece fuses elements of jazz, funk, blues and world music. The band says, “Come prepared to boogie!” (outside stage) (10 p.m., The Green Room) Timber Frontman Daniel Aaron serves up his brand of hangoverfriendly country rock. His lyricfocused arrangements are often nestled within minimalist instrumentation of fiddle, piano, pedal steel and xylophone. (11:45 p.m., Little Kings Shuffle Club)

Pam Blanchard & the Sunny-Side Up Band Blanchard and her group of good-spirited musicians perform pop music for kids and the entire family. (11 a.m., AthFest Main Stage)

Patterson Hood & the Screwtopians For more information on tonight’s outdoor headlining act, see p. 9. (9 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) Pegasuses-XL Huge electro-doom featuring the entirety of We Versus the Shark and local producer Joel Hastat. These local smartasses blend the lines between rock, rap and unhinged sonic experimentation. (11:15 p.m., 40 Watt Club) Plume Local guy William C. Goss, with members of Kuroma, makes bright, melodic psych-pop with occasionally tongue-in-cheek lyrics.

CD release show tonight! (10:45 p.m., Tasty World) ‘Powers Four guitarists and one drummer, set up in the corners of the venue for the full, quadrophonic rock experience. Featuring members of Cinemechanica, Lazer/Wülf, We vs. the Shark and Coulier. (10:15 p.m., 40 Watt Club) The Premonitions Local act featuring the luscious vocals of Maureen McGinnis. For fans of Celebration, Beach House and Yeah Yeah Yeahs.

(11 p.m., The Globe) Rachel O’Neal Local singer/songwriter formerly of Truth in Advertising and Moonlight Sol. In addition to emotional acoustic originals, O’Neal will perform a range of indie, classic rock and folk covers. (indoor stage) (8:30 p.m., The Green Room)

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Time Toy This ‘80s alt rock band brings back its blend of new wave and post-punk with a funky guitar sound. (11 p.m., The Melting Point) Tin Cup Prophette Local artist Amanda Kapousouz blends genres as she switches instruments and loops her airy vocals and violin around guitar and drums, backed by percussionist Jeremy Wheatley and others. (10 p.m., Go Bar) Tropical Breeze Steel Band A spicy, tropical band whose melodic emphasis is entirely in its proficient steel drum section. Expect jazz and reggae influences, dipped in their own brand of salsa. (9 p.m., Square One Restaurant and Bar) Turtle Folk Bluesy Southern rock with a touch of the psychedelic. This Savannah band brings balls-out guitar solos, soulful vocals and solid percussion. (Midnight, Rye Bar) Ty Manning & Friends The singer/ guitarist from Athens’ rowdy country act The Bearfoot Hookers plays a solo set with special guests. (11 p.m., Wild Wing Café) Velveteen Pink This matchingoutfit-clad quartet of funksters (including DJ Alfredo of Immuzikation) plays electro-based, groove-laden, upbeat stuff in the Prince, Stevie Wonder and Jamiroquai style. (Midnight, Morton Theatre) Venice Is Sinking With boy/girl vocals, a cinematic jangle and a sweeping, emotional punch courtesy of a viola, Venice’s piano-based torch songs burn bright. (3:10 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) The Warm Fuzzies Weezer-inspired quirkly local alternative pop rock outfit whose latest release, the Bubblegum EP, features scratch-andsniff artwork. (2:40 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) What’s Our Name Local threesome delivers fun-spirited garage rock with sass and soul. (9:30 p.m., Morton Theatre) Wormsloew This polished young band from Savannah blends the folky alternative rock of Sister Hazel with the bluesy improvisation of a jam band. (10 p.m., Rye Bar) The Young Sinclairs Playing dreamy, ethereal psychedelic pop, this Virginia band is heavy on the reverb and somewhere between what The Beatles might’ve been and what The Troggs were. (12:30 a.m., Ciné Barcafé)

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Betsy Franck & the Bareknuckle Band Soulful, brassy Southern rock and country songs rooted in tradition, but with a modern sensibility.

(2:20 p.m., AthFest Main Stage)

Camp Amped Student Band Showcase Camp Amped is a twoweek summer day camp by Nuçi’s Space for musicians ages 11–17.

It is a unique program that incorporates the importance of positive mental health with the chance for participants to transform into rock stars for two weeks. They’re the future of the Athens music scene!

(Noon, AthFest Hull Street Stage)

David Barbe and the Quick Hooks Legendary local producer David Barbe and his band play sludgy, psychedelic blues. (6:30 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Dreams So Real Reunion show!

Formed in 1983 here in town, this acclaimed melodic rock group gained national exposure in the rock documentary Athens, GA: Inside/ Out. Today marks the band’s first show in over a decade. (5:50 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) The Gospel Starlights Genuine gospel music is taken up a notch with hip-hop beats, extended soul solos and drum accompaniment. (11 a.m., AthFest Main Stage) Grogus The local and long-running Grogus ensemble plays jazz and salsa accentuated with reggae, hiphop and Afro-Cuban styles. (4:40 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) Heavy Feather This local band plays hook-heavy rock influenced by the pop harmonies of Big Star and The Beatles. (5:20 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Holman Autry Band Fans of Southern rock icons like Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Allmans will love Holman Autry Band’s rowdy rock and roll.

(3:30 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) JazzChronic Five-piece band that explores freaky, funky, psychedelic fusion jazz while incorporating rock, R&B and more into the stew. (4:10 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage)

Lefty Hathaway & the Half Dozen Brass Band Local singer-songwriter Lefty Hathaway delivers a pianoheavy, rock-and-roll soul shakeup with a big brassy voice. Tonight he’s joined by the acclaimed local horn

Mountain Music and Medicine Show Live Radio Recording MORTON THEATRE · 195 West Washington Street Sunday, June 28, 7:30 p.m. $10, or $5 w/ AthFest wristband Mountain Music and Medicine Show has won three GABBY awards from the Georgia Association of Broadcasters for the best locally produced radio program in the state of Georgia. Amazing, especially considering that the MMMS is an all-volunteer effort. The radio show is recorded live and rebroadcast statewide on Georgia Public Broadcasting.

The show’s home is the historic Holly Theater in Dahlonega, GA, but they are taking the show on the road to Athens with the help of AthFest and the Morton Theatre.

In the tradition of the old-time radio hour comes Doc Johnson’s Traveling Miracle Medicine Show. The setting observes Doc setting up on town square, the hub of local commerce and the social center of the area. Doc brings his own brand of humor while he exhorts folks to buy his “Wizard Water,” an elixir for improving their lives. He also showcases local talent on his show. Doc will be hosting Athens bluegrass greats The Packway Handle Band, the sweet harmonies of The Solstice Sisters and the true old-time duo sounds of Beverly Smith and Carl Jones.

Doc’s fast-paced style and rapport with the crowd keeps toes tapping and things moving briskly along. The scene occasionally shifts to “street scene,” which are short skits where local people comment on the goings on of the day while mixing local history, culture and humor in the unique Southern Appalachian style of the time period.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Pre-show entertainment will be provided by Hawk Proof Rooster with special guest Earl Murphy. There will be two separate programs recorded, each a one-hour segment with the first beginning at 8:00 p.m., with a 15-minute break in between. Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.mortontheatre.com.

ensemble Half Dozen Brass Band. (1 p.m., AthFest Main Stage) Bob Livingston Texas troubadour known best for his work with Jerry Jeff Walker and sometimes called a “cosmic cowboy” due to his focus on the music and mysteries of other cultures. (3 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage)

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Marty Winkler & Michael C. Steele Jazz-folk pop singer joined by multi-instrumentalist Michael C. Steele and pianist M. Lee Davis.

(1:50 p.m., AthFest Hull Street Stage) Randall Bramblett Band For more info on tonight’s outdoor headlining act, see p. 11. (7 p.m., AthFest Main Stage)

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Flagpole Athens Music Awards MORTON THEATRE · 195 West Washington St. Thursday, June 25, 8:00 p.m. (doors open 7:30) Tickets: $3 w/ AthFest wristband, $7 advance, $9 door without wristband Now celebrating its 11th year, the Flagpole Athens Music Awards ceremony serves to recognize the extraordinary talents of our local musicians across many different genres. With local alt-weekly Flagpole magazine at the helm, a panel of local music industry experts—including journalists, producers, venue owners and other aficionados—painstakingly nominated finalists in every category, from best rock band to best experimental act and about 20 other titles in between. Then the final decision was turned over to Flagpole’s readers who voted online over the course of a month for their favorite acts.

Although the beloved Sprockets music video competition was cancelled this year, Flagpole has stepped up to the plate, presenting for the fist time ever a Flagpole Athens Music Award for best local music video. The finalists will be screened during the awards.

For the most part, the other categories have pretty much stayed the same. The DJ category was fine-tuned this year to focus on beat-makers rather than party DJs, and the folk and Americana categories melded into one, highly competitive category. The definition of “jam” has been expanded to include some funkier groups in town, and this year the top up-and-coming-artists, known in Flagpole as Upstarts, were nominated by the panel. Still no sign of the ska category making a comeback!

This year’s winners will be announced for the first time at Thursday’s lively awards ceremony

which also features performances by a number of the nominees and a few special guests. Kicking off the night will be Best Hip-Hop Artist nominees Deaf Judges who are well known for their oldschool-meets-new-school rhymes and high-energy performances. Also performing at the ceremony is instrumental metal band Lazer/Wülf, who took home the Flagpole award for Best Up and Coming

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Act in 2007 and then won the big award for Band of the Year in 2008. This year the Wülf has made a mark on the ballot once again, with nominations for best metal band and album of the year.

The night just keeps getting more eclectic with a performance by renowned folk historian Art Rosenbaum, who won a Grammy for his box set of American music field recordings. Sassy, brassy Southern songstress Betsy Franck will play a

special duet performance with soulful funk singer and pianist Lefty Hathaway. The lovely ladies of Creepy, nominees for Upstart of the Year, will perform some of their moody, ethereal rock numbers.

Then the room will start bouncing with the playful pop of Flagpole award-nominees Casper & the Cookies. And finally, nominees for both rock band of the year and album of the year, AthFest headliners Dead Confederate will perform a special acoustic set.

These performers and award nominees provide a quick snapshot of Athens’ eclectic music scene and a preview of what is store over the course of AthFest. The presenters hosting the evening are equally celebrated and include Trent Allen of soonto-be-reunited Dreams So Real, local musician and producer Joel Hatstat who recorded the latest Deaf Judges record and performs in Pegasuses-XL, local poet Jeff Fallis, Flagpole bloggers Jeff Tobias and Jordan Stepp and many more surprise guests.

Stage assistance this year will be provided by a crew of hula hoop dancers from local trapeze studio Canopy. As always, the Flagpole Music Awards promises to be a colorful, diverse and exciting night for local musicians and music fans alike. It’s so easy to take for granted all the wonderful people and talent that make the Athens music scene thrive, but this is a night for them to be recognized, rewarded and celebrated.

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The Arts at AthFest Artists’ Market HULL STREET STAGE AREA West Washington Street Friday, June 26, 5:00–11:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 27, 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 28, 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

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Juried Artists’ Market More than 50 artists from Georgia and all over the Southeast will exhibit in the 45 booths of the Artists’ Market. Many artists return year after year and are hometown favorites; and we also have a great group of talented artists debuting at AthFest this year. Their work encompasses many types of media, including jewelry, woodcarving, photography, ceramics, painting, fabric, sculpture and printmaking. From classical to funky, and from the practical to the serendipitous, their art will amaze and entice you. The artwork is for sale, as well as for your pleasure and enjoyment. A local panel judges the booths, and more than $1,000 in awards are presented to selected artists. This year’s artists are: Chris “Chub” Hubbard—Mixed Media/Folk Art Rachel Cabaniss—Painting Jamie Calkin—Painting Jimmy “Capman” Straehla—Painting C.M. & Grace Kelly Laster—Mixed Media/Folk Art Pat McCaffrey—Ceramics Dena Maxwell—Mixed Media Cathy Dailey—Painting Serra Ferguson—Fabric Jeremy Fore—Glass Julie Hardy—Fabric Beth Cyr—Jewelry Monica Jones—Ceramics Annette Paskiewicz—Jewelry

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Josh Payne—Photography Ali Low—Jewelry Karen Phillips—Photography/Fabric Dawn Rivera—Mixed Media Ken Turk—Glass Holly Williams—Ceramics Jacqueline Wood—Mixed Media Margo Dalton—Jewelry Jinsheng Song—Painting Scott Tardiff—Prints Jane Forkum—Jewelry Sutawee Thitaram—Painting Ellen Cowne—Jewelry Karen and Georgia Moran—Fabric John Fesken—Mixed Media Kim Brannon—Glass Phoenix Reinhold—Sculpture Josh Hunter—Prints Sarah Allen—Jewelry Eddie Powell—Painting

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Andrea Zoppo—Jewelry Vivian Macks—Jewelry Jeremy Spafford—Photography Sherri and Greg Buell—Jewelry Erin Dawkins—Painting Heidi Hensley—Painting Jean-Marie Buxton—Mixed Media Ali Sabin—Prints Ingrid Lyndon—Painting Jimmy Lynn Dykes—Jewelry Lucy Brito—Accessories Yvonne Miller—Mixed Media Haydn Larson—Sculpture Mark Williams—Ceramics Robin Weinrich—Jewelry Stacey Beasley—Mixed Media Ryan Adams—Mixed Media Eileen Desterno—Painting Jenna Chavalia—Jewelry Melinda Halton—Jewelry

Culinary Arts / Iron AthChef BETWEEN MAIN STAGE & HULL STREET STAGE West Washington Street Sunday, June 28, 5:00 p.m.

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Food and music go together in Athens like concerts and picnic baskets, like wait staff and their iPods, like serving food and playing in a band.

This year, AthFest is recognizing the connection with the first Iron AthChef, an “Iron Chef” type of competition between local fresh food advocates Eric Waggoner of Athens Locally Grown and Craig Page of Promoting Local Agriculture and Cultural Experiences (PLACE). Both men are outstanding cooks and are known throughout Athens as entrepreneurs promoting fresh and locally grown food.

Athens Locally Grown is a small group of growers located around Athens, GA. Each grower farms his land using strict standards to ensure all produce is chemical-free. All members are dedicated to supplying the freshest and highest quality foods. Participating farms vary in size and specialty, but all carry the common thread of dedication to community, environment, health and education.

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PLACE promotes a strong, accessible, local food culture, and believes that communities with a strong local food culture can meaningfully bring people together while creating jobs, protecting the environment and sharing good, clean, fair food. This culture is developed through educational programs, networking opportunities and increased availability of locally grown food.

To learn more about PLACE and about farms, farmers’ markets and restaurants that offer locally grown food, check out www.localplace.org.

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Widespread Panic-Signed Gretsch Guitar Auction

In keeping with AthFest’s mission to educate people about music and arts, our staff has organized a program called AthFest AfterSchool that brings musicians and music business leaders into local schools to make presentations to classes and to mentor kids who are interested in music careers.

Gretsch Guitars, based in Savannah, GA, has a foundation that donates guitars decorated by artists, or signed by musicians and later sold to raise funds for music and arts education programs. Because Gretsch CEO Fred Gretsch believes in “enriching lives through participation in music,” the Gretsch Foundation has generously donated another new hollow-body style Brian Setzer Model Gretsch Nashville guitar to AthFest to sell for AthFest AfterSchool fundraising.

Last year Gretsch donated a similar guitar that was signed by the members of R.E.M. and auctioned on eBay. It sold for a very handsome price to a buyer i Au tra ia.

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This year’s Gretsch has been signed by all members of Widespread Panic and comes complete with a new deluxe case. It will be sold on eBay to the highest bidder at an online auction beginning on June 20th and ending on June 30th. For more information on this auction, please contact Jeff Montgomery at auction@athfest.com.

This guitar was originally built in 2000 and has been held in the Gretsch Foundation’s collection.

The Gretsch Nashville-model guitar was first built in 1954 in collaboration with Chet Atkins and has been offered in many deluxe versions over the years.

Information on this and other current guitar models is available at www.gretschguitars.com. Prices on current Gretsch Nashville models start at $4,100. Gretsch recently celebrated its 125th anniversary as a guitar maker. AthFest salutes them on this milestone, and thanks them and Widespread Pan c for their upport.

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AthFest AfterSchool Program In 2009, AthFest expanded into school and community after-school programs with a new series called AthFest AfterSchool. The goal of this program is to expose students to all aspects of music, from various genres to the range of career choices in the music field. It also aims to help students become aware of the creative processes involved in music and songwriting, and to learn about other opportunities such as producing, engineering, marketing, promoting, writing, publishing and managing.

Working through ACC Leisure Services, the program started off in community center after-school programs with noted local musicians.

It soon expanded into the middle and elementary school after-school programs in Clarke County and at Putnam County Middle School.

Performances are intimate and interactive. Artists play acoustically, and between songs, share information about themselves, their instruments, musical genre, song inspiration and various aspects of the music industry.

Students participate by clapping, singing and sometimes even trying

out instruments. This interaction exposes them to music, arts and creative individuals. It can also foster the idea in many children’s minds that they could pursue a career in music or a music-related business.

Future plans for this program include incorporating it into the regular school day with musicians connecting their performances to topics students are studying. In addition to performers, the AthFest Education Committee also plans to bring members of the music business community into individual classes to share their talents and discuss their roles in the business of music.

Following positive responses from schools and community centers, AthFest AfterSchool is getting requests for presentations from summer camps and other programs outside of school. Additionally, there are two performers in the KidsFest area this year making AthFest AfterSchool presentations: Jason Harwell and Dave Forker. For more information on the program or to sign up to be a presenter, please contact Jennifer Kumnick at education@athfest.com.

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Wired ‘09: The Athens Dance Music Festival BLUR · 227 West Dougherty Street Saturday, June 27, 4:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m.

Tickets: $10, $5 w/ AthFest wristband Ages 18 and up No Presales Dash Productions is proud to present the Wired ‘09: The Dance Music Festival, part of AthFest.

Since 2001, this annual event has featured the state’s finest dance DJs. This year’s Wired hosts 20 DJs showing off their skills on two stages for 10 hours at Blur, Athens’ largest dance club.

There will be live artwork created for your enjoyment on the main stage by local artist Josh Stainthorp. Stainthorp has wowed the crowds at Wired for the last two years, and so it will be exciting to see what tricks he’s got up his sleeve this time.

There will be video games in the main room for your entertainment. The deck will be covered by a huge tent, so rain won’t slow down the funky beats.

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AthFest 2009 CD Compilation Every year since 1998, AthFest has worked with local company Ghostmeat Records to produce a compilation CD showcasing the amazing musicians who call Athens home. This year’s CD includes 16 bands, with more than 60 minutes of music that represents a wide array of genres including rock, country, hip-hop and more.

The AthFest 2009 CD features 11 previously unreleased tracks including an exclusive song from Widespread Panic. Other highlights include tracks from The Corduroy Road, The Arcs, Deaf Judges, Curley Maple and The Quick Hooks. Also, 15 of the 16 bands on the CD have never appeared on previous AthFest CDs, with the only exception being AthFest 2009 headliner Patterson Hood.

The AthFest 2009 CD was released on May 19. It is available in select stores, at AthFest.com, at Ghostmeat.com and worldwide via iTunes or your favorite digital music store. It will also be available at the AthFest merchandise booth during the festival.

AthFest 2009 Track Listing 1. Patterson Hood—Pollyanna 2. The Corduroy Road—Love Is a War* 3. Widespread Panic—Misdirection* 4. Betsy Franck & the Bareknuckle Band—Lowdown* 5. The Arcs—Plutonium* 6. A PostWar Drama—Trillion Candles* 7. Holy Liars—Women And Wine 8. Marty Winkler w/Michael C. Steele & Davis Causey—Liquid 9. Deaf Judges—Boom Box Lunch Box 10. Jesse Mangum—I Saw You Last Night * 11. The Warm Fuzzies—Flux Capacitor* 12. Brave New Citizen—What You Want to Believe* 13. Curley Maple—Shawneetown* 14. Magic Missile—Tragedy of the Commons 15. The Starter Kits—Pretty Girls Get Away with Murder* 16. The Quick Hooks—Metal Confines* * previously unreleased tracks

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• Pam Blanchard and the Sunny-Side Up Band: KidsFest kicks off this year with a local favorite who has been entertaining children and adults for over 13 years. Winners of numerous awards, they continue to rock for the kids, bringing them interactive, high-powered, quality music. www.sunnyside upband.net • Farmer Jason: His tractor is pulling into town to deliver simple country romp songs for Athens’ little ones. A top five CD pick in 2003 Family Fun magazine, his music is described as “a rocked-up hoedown for kids.” Parents familiar with Jason and the Scorchers will enjoy seeing the front-man’s alter-ego. www.farmerjason.com • Barnett Shoals Show Stoppers: Come see the art of stepping. These ladies from Barnett Shoals Elementary turn their entire bodies into an instrument to deliver rhythms and sounds through footsteps, spoken word and hand claps. Stepping will impress and amaze you.

• Romper Stompers: Good, greasy music for the kids. Members from local bands, such as Widespread Panic, Bloodkin and Redneck GReece Deluxe, take a break from their “grown up” bands to play for Athens’ children.

• Jason Harwell: Original silly songs by local songwriter Jason Harwell for kids of all ages.

• Chris the Bucketman: Fast becoming an AthFest tradition, Chris the Bucketman is always guaranteed to amaze the audience with his high-energy

drumming on five-gallon buckets. Groovy beats combined with comedy and crowd interaction make this show enjoyable for people of all ages. www.bucketdrummer.com • The Athens Band: Athens planted the musical seeds and The Athens Band is what has sprung.

Made up of local middle school students, this talented band will perform original rock songs as well as classic covers. Catch them at KidsFest before they are off touring the county! www.myspace.com/ theathensband • Jim and the Beanstalks: A family-friendly band that plays traditional kids songs sure to please everyone, from tater tots to grandpops! Calling upon traditions from the Appalachian Mountains, Jim and the Beanstalks add harmonica, percussion and an energy all their own. Their upbeat songs are guaranteed to get everyone singing, clapping and dancing. www.jimandthebeanstalks.com • Sam’s Path Petting Zoo: Get up close and personal with a spider monkey, red kangaroo and angora rabbit, as well as a few of the other animals from the petting zoo. Children will be introduced to and given background on these well-cared for animals. Always a hit with the audience! www. samspathpettingzoo.com • Irish Step Dance with the Drake School of Dance: Talk about things that make you say, “Wow!” Come and see Irish step dance, which is characterized by a stiff upper body and quick and precise movements of the feet. You will leave the KidsFest area with a new bounce in your step. www.drakedance.com • Dave Forker: Join Dave for some acoustic Americana rock. Children and adults will be encouraged to sing and scream along. www.myspace.com/ daveforker • Boone Hood: Only eight-years-old, this amazingly talented musician will play a retrospective of Athens music. See how the new generation is still being influenced by the music of Athens’ past. Let Boone inspire your children to begin playing an instrument. One is never too young… or too old.

• A-Ron the Entertainer: Performing since he was nine years old, A-Ron brings comedy, juggling and amazing feats of skill to the AthFest stage. A-Ron will also be walking around the KidsFest crowd Saturday afternoon from 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Don’t miss him. www.aronentertainer.com • Ann Holt: A home-grown Athenian, Ms. Ann has been working with children for a long time. This hip-hop grandma will warm up the crowd with her fingerplays, skits and romping sing-alongs.

• Pam Blanchard solo: The littlest Athenians have Pam all to themselves as she gives a special solo performance designed to delight early preschoolers. www.sunnysideupband.net

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WEST WASHINGTON STREET Between Lumpkin and Hull Streets Saturday, June 27, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 28, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

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BOTH DAYS Good Dirt Pottery • Georgia Museum of Art Silly Sun Visors Craft • ACC Recycling Games & Crafts • H. O. Lund Entomology Club of UGA • Origami with Japan Outreach Initiative • Sam’s Path Petting Zoo (small fee) • Climbing Wall, Spidey Jump, Moon Walk and more (small fee) • Magnetic Poetry Wall and Puzzle Board • Carnival games and prizes • Make and Take Arts and Crafts • Water Gun Fun

AthFest Main Stage: 11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m Pam Blanchard and the Sunny-Side Up Band kick off KidsFest on the Main Stage AthFest Hull Street Stage: 12:00 p.m.–12:45 p.m. Farmer Jason KidsFest Stage: 12:45 p.m.–1:00 p.m.

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Sunday, June 28 KidsFest Stage: 12:00 p.m.–12:50 p.m. Sam’s Path Petting Zoo 1:00 p.m.–1:20 p.m. Irish Step Dance with the Drake School of Irish Dance 1:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. Dave Forker* 2:15 p.m.–2:35 p.m. Boone Hood 2:45 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Girls Rock Camp- Athens 3:10 p.m.–3:40 p.m. A-Ron the Entertainer 3:45 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Ann Holt 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Pam Blanchard solo * These performers are brought to you by the AthFest Education Committee, which has been providing educational performances for children in after school programs (p.19). Contact us for information on how to bring such programs to your school.

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Music Documentary Series CINÉ · 234 West Hancock Avenue Wednesday, June 24–Thursday, July 2 Ciné presents a series of music documentary films with special guest filmmakers and musicians who will introduce the films and lead a question and answer discussion afterwards. Full details and showtime schedule are available at www.athenscine.com.

Wednesday, June 24 Athens Folk Music And Dance Society Presents: A Celebration Of Art Rosenbaum And The Art Of Old-Time Music An evening of music, visual art and film celebrating Grammy award-winning artist Art Rosenbaum and his work documenting traditional American musical culture. Rosenbaum, a Professor Emeritus at UGA’s Lamar Dodd School of Art, is a folk music historian who has studied and recorded traditional music for more than 30 years. He recently won a Grammy for the Dust-to-Digital box set compilation, Art of Field Recording Volume I: Fifty Years of Traditional American Music Documented by Art Rosenbaum.

EXHIBIT: North Georgia Folk Festival Poster Collection An exhibition of posters highlighting drawings made by Art Rosenbaum of the various musical performers from the North Georgia Folk Festival from 1984 to the present.

RECEPTION & PERFORMANCE: 6:00–8:00 p.m.

A catered reception with live music performances

by Art Rosenbaum, Nancy and Charlie Hartness, Earl Murphy and other special guests.

SCREENING: Desperate Man Blues: Discovering the Roots of American Music (2003, Digital, 55 min., Dir: Edward Gillan, NR) This award-winning documentary is the story of self-proclaimed king of record collectors Joseph E. Bussard, Jr. of Frederick, MD, who has amassed probably the greatest collection of 78 rpm recordings of country, blues, jazz, cajun and gospel music in the world. To call it a hobby would be an insult—it’s his life. Collectors and musicians come to see and hear firsthand what is considered to be the most vital and historically-important privately-owned collection of early 20th-century American music. Although other formidable private record collections exist, what makes Bussard such an undeniable force in

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from Desperate Man Blues old-time music circles isn’t simply his collection, but what he has done with it over the years. It is a fusion of obsessive, almost pathological hoarding and an equally strong impulse for rampant dissemination. He must own the record, yes, but he wants the whole world to hear it, too. (www.dust-digital.com/ dmb.htm)

PLEASE CALL HOME: THE BIG HOUSE YEARS (2008, Digital, 110 min., Dir: Kirk West, NR) This full-length feature documentary chronicles the era that saw triumph and tragedy as The Allman Brothers band went from playing free concerts to selling out stadiums across the country, but also lost two of its brothers— seminal slide guitarist Duane Allman and bassist Berry Oakley. The story of the rise to prominence of this renowned group that broke down color barriers as the first integrated rock band to come out of the South. Proceeds from this screening will benefit the Big House Foundation, a not-for-profit organization established to create an Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House to honor them. (www.pleasecallhomethemovie.com).

RECEPTION: 6:30–8:00 p.m. (catered reception and silent auction of signed Allman Brothers Band memorabilia) SHOWTIMES: 8:00 p.m. followed by a Q&A with the film’s director Kirk West, current tour manager and official archivist of the Allman Brothers Band, producers Elliott and Beth Dunwoody, John Lyndon and other special guests, 10:00 p.m.

ADMISSION: 6:30 p.m. (reception & screening) $25 General, $20 w/ AthFest wristband; 10:00 p.m. $10 General, $8 w/ AthFest wristband

Also screening: a special short preview of Sing My Troubles, Neil Rosenbaum’s upcoming feature documentary on women carrying on Georgia’s folk music traditions. This film has developed from Neil’s father Art Rosenbaum’s field work, and presents the music and lives of folk artists heard on his Grammy-winning The Allman Brothers Band compilation. Featured artists are Mary Lomax, arguably the finest singer of unaccompanied Appalachian ballads to emerge in the 21st century; Bonnie Loggins, a singer, song-maker and painter who is also Mary’s sister; Fleeta Mitchell, a 96-year-old blind ATHENS PICTURE SHOW New productions by gospel singer and pianist; Rev. Willie Mae Eberhart Athens filmmakers, with vintage footage and rare and many more. performances from Athens’ music past including: SHOWTIMES: 8:00 p.m. followed by Q&A with Art Rosenbaum and filmmaker Lance Ledbetter ATHENS, GA: INSIDE/OUT (1987, Digital, 120 min., ADMISSION: $10, $5 w/ AthFest wristband Dir: Tony Gayton, NR) Led by the success of The (includes admission to reception, live performance B-52s and R.E.M., Athens, GA, was the most hapand film screening) pening music scene in the country by the mid-’80s.

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Featured are performances from, and interviews with, R.E.M., The B-52s, Pylon, The Bar-B-Q Killers, Time Toy, Flat Duo Jets, folk artist Reverend Howard Finster and others. Followed by R.E.M. 1984, featuring vintage R.E.M. footage.

SHOWTIMES: 8:00 p.m. TUE 6/23 & THU 6/25; 2:00 p.m. SAT 6/27 & SUN 6/28 ADMISSION: $5, FREE w/ AthFest wristband ORANGE TWIN PRESENTS: ELEPHANT 6 NIGHT AT THE MOVIES (USA, 2009, Digital, 90 min., NR) Featuring the short film Major Organ and the Adding Machine, the film companion to the mysterious album of the same name by the anonymous, eponymous, omnibus group, along with a grab bag of vintage and never-before-seen performance footage, music videos and “experimental cinema” from the E6 Recording Company.

SHOWTIMES: 10:00 p.m. TUE 6/23, THU 6/25, SAT 6/27 ADMISSION: $5, FREE w/ AthFest wristband ANVIL! THE STORY OF ANVIL (USA, 2008, 35mm, 90 min., Dir: Sacha Gervasi, NR) Anvil, “demigods of Canadian metal,” released one of the heaviest albums in metal history, influencing bands like Metallica, Slayer and Anthrax. But Anvil’s career took a different path—straight to obscurity. Director Sacha Gervasi has concocted a wonderful account of Anvil’s last-ditch quest for fame and fortune. (www. anvilmovie.com) SHOWTIMES 10:30 p.m. WED 6/24, FRI 6/26- THU 7/2 4:00 p.m. FRI 6/26–SUN 6/28 Midnight THU 6/25–SAT 6/27 ADMISSION: $8, $5 w/ AthFest wristband THE WRECKING CREW (2008, Digital, 98 min., Dir: Denny Tedesco, NR) Tedesco chronicles the musical history of his late father, the legendary Tommy Tedesco and the other L.A. session musicians known informally as “The Wrecking Crew.” This documentary reveals the foundation of the 1960s West Coast music scene and the faces behind the soundtrack of America. (www.wreckingcrew.tv) SHOWTIMES: 6:00 p.m TUE 6/23–SUN 6/28 8:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m. MON 6/29–THU 7/2 ADMISSION: $8, $5 w/ AthFest wristband RIP: A REMIX MANIFESTO (USA 2009, Digital, Dir: Brett Gaylor, NR) Web activist and filmmaker Brett Gaylor explores issues of copyright in the information age, mashing up the media landscape of the 20th century and shattering the wall between users and producers. The film’s central protagonist is Girl Talk, a mash-up musician topping the charts with his sample-based songs. A participatory media experiment from day one, Brett shares his raw footage at opensourcecinema.org, for anyone to remix.

This movie-as-mash-up method allows these remixes to become an integral part of the film.

SHOWTIMES: 4:00 p.m. SAT 6/27 & SUN 6/28 ADMISSION: FREE

TeenScreen FilmFest CINÉ · 234 West Hancock Avenue Saturday, June 27. Showtime: 8:00 p.m.

Admission: $5 general, $1 students, FREE w/AthFest wristband Encore screenings: 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 28– Thursday, July 2

Featuring a lineup of diverse short films made by local teenage artists, including music videos, stopmotion Lego animation, and a behind-the-scenes documentary recently completed by this year’s Project::Teenscreen workshop team. This next generation of Athens filmmakers will be in attendance to present and discuss their films.

Films at TeenScreen: NO DEAD TURTLES (2009, DV, 10 min., Dir: Emily Silva) A semi-satirical look at the tragic consequences of selling out, as a young hipster is devastated when his favorite obscure indie pop band suddenly rockets to mainstream popularity.

CUPCAKES (2009, DV, 10 min., Dir: Cleburne Workmaster) A young man moves into a new living environment that he doesn’t understand, pushing

himself into a strange web of mysterious pastries.

SMILE! (2009, DV, 5 min., Dir: Luke Simmons) Two photographers battle each other in a duel of skill, wit and style.

BLOWIN IN THE WIND (2009, DV, 3 min., Dir: Athens Academy 9th Grade Class) Several students are having a bad day… but maybe not as bad as the folk group following them around.

MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE (2009, DV, 3 min., Dir: Athens Academy 9th Grade Class) The story of one high school boy trying to find a date for the homecoming dance, and only technology seems to be holding him back.

THE TUTOR (2009, DV 3min., Dir: Athens Academy 8th Grade Class) Several students rely on the talents of a mysterious tutor to help them with their problems… sometimes it’s best just to help yourself.

For full lineup and more, please see www.teenscreen.filmathens.net.

Darius Goes West MAIN STAGE · West Washington Street Friday, June 26, 10:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

FREE Darius Goes West follows the story of Darius Weems, a local boy who was born with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. DMD is the number-one genetic killer of children in the world and is 100 percent fatal. In 1999, Darius watched his beloved older brother Mario pass away from the same disease at age 19. Soon after, Darius lost use of the muscles in his legs and began using a wheelchair.

A few summers ago, a group of Darius’ college-aged friends (mostly from Athens) felt there was no need for his quality of life to disintegrate along with his muscles. So, they decided to take Darius on the adventure of a lifetime, renting a wheelchair-accessible RV and traveling across the country. They set their

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sights on raising awareness for DMD and the disability rights movement, but their primary goal was to reach Los Angeles and convince MTV’s hit show Pimp My Ride to customize Darius’ wheelchair.

Now, after praise from critics and audiences across the globe, Darius Goes West is the most cumulatively honored film of 2007—capturing 28 film festival awards worldwide—and is a perfect vehicle for the cause of DMD awareness and disability rights. The film portrays people with disabilities not as victims to be pitied, but as empowered individuals engaging with the world.

Meet the cast and crew of the film and see clips from this awardwinning film. DVDs of Darius Goes West will also be for sale, with $17 of every $20 DVD purchase going to Charley’s Fund, a nonprofit foundation that funds medical research to discover a treatment or cure for DMD.

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AthFest 2009 Board of Directors Director: Jared Bailey Artist Market Chair: Andy Payne Booking Chair: Troy Aubrey Education Chair: Jennifer Kumnick Finance/Merchandising Chair: Paul Thomas KidsFest Chair: Laurie Loftin Marketing Chair: Russ Hallauer Sponsorship Chair: Alicia Nickles Stage Manager: Peter Norris Volunteer Chair: Sandii Brimble AthFest, Inc. Officers: President: Alicia Nickles Vice President: Russ Hallauer Secretary: Bill Fay Treasurer: Paul Thomas Publicity by Michelle Roche Media Relations Cover design by Kelly Ruberto featuring photography by John McDonald Map by Ian Rickert AthFest Program Coordination by Jennifer Gibson Webmaster: Jeff Montgomery Volunteers fill the committee chair and board positions. If you would like to become more involved with the production of AthFest, or intern for the festival, call 706-548-1973 or visit www.athfest.com.

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Thank You! ABC Printing; Athens First Bank & Trust; AthFest Booking Listening Committee (Rachel Kallenberger, Nick Bennett, Matt Daniel, Kowboy, Alec Wooden and Daniel Peiken); Al Davison; Kelly Warren at CDMan; Art Ordoqui-Payton; Jeff Capurso and David Barbe at Chase Park Transduction; Charlie Barron and Barron’s Rentals; Ernie Battinelli and Classic City Café; J.R. Beckwith and the Putnam County High School Entertainment Technology Program; Bulldog 100.1; Bruce Burch and Keith Perissi of the UGA Music Business Program; Amy Clark and Hannah Smith of the Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau; Anita Aubrey, Christina Cotter, Melinda Edwards, Michelle Gilzenrat, Paul Karjian, Pete McCommons, Tiago Moura, Jessica Pritchard, Ian Rickert, Kelly Ruberto and Larry Tenner at Flagpole magazine; Partner Software; Stacey Fleming; Ghostmeat Records; Erwin Greene and the staff of the Morton Theatre; Angel Helmly, Kathryn Lookofsky, Megan Henning and Alin Oskanyan at the Athens Downtown Development Authority; Kamala Lyons and Film::Athens; Jimmy Marbut from Sunshine Cycles; Pat McCaffrey; Jim and Ellen at Paine Insurance; Mariah Pierce of Prestige Parking; Snow Tire; Susan Staley and the Athens Folk Music and Dance Society; Pam Taylor; Janet Townsend and the Gretsch Foundation; Velena Vego and Barrie Buck at the 40 Watt Club; Ric Wallace and the UGA Department of Campus Life and Technical Services; Scott Norris at Athens Holiday Inn; Murphy Wolford; David Wood; David Zwart and Clocked; Benson Greene; Ellie Wagner MacKnight and the members of Widespread Panic; Shawn Marsh and RPM; Pam Reidy and Stuart Miller of ACC Leisure Services; Ciné; Stephanie Beer; Matt Matheny; Cycle World; Sharon Bower; H.O. Lund Entomology Club; Athens Mothers’ Center; Solid Rock Productions; Georgia Museum of Art; Good Dirt Pottery; Robbie Atkins of National EMS; Japan Outreach Initiative and Classic City Rotary Club.

And a very special thanks to all of the volunteers, bands and venues.

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