Whatever Fits 11:30 - 12:00 Stage 2 whateverfitsband.com Whatever Fits is a compelling example of the incredible talent existing in our community. They write and play original material inspired by Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, Dredg, Cream, and local artist Ken Kraft. Their music blends hard rock from the past with today’s current rock scene to create a sound that raises multi-generation energy levels like no other. Jamee Stewart and Craig Hyatt lead with melodic harmonizing guitar solos and fast paced chords to keep the crowd pumping. Bassist Jason “Ogre” Cooper keeps a solid wall of rhythm to match his solid wall of stature. Drummer Joe Nunnely keeps beats with flailing precision and speedy double bass prowess. Rob Fulton sets the sound on fire with a voice ranging from soft acoustic rock to full rock-star power. Over the past three years this socially conscious band has donated music CDs and live performances to local charities throughout Santa Cruz County. They’ve released two CDs produced by guitarist and song writer, Craig Hyatt. “How’s This Size” and “A Little Loose”.
Mike Hadley And the Groove 12:00 - 12:45 Stage 1 3:00 - 4:00 Stage 1 mikehadleyandthegroove.com Mike Hadley and the Groove is the culmination of six individual talents. To really get a grip on what makes this band so great you need to know these musicians’ diverse backgrounds, ranging from Gospel to speed metal.
Lunatic Fringe 12:45 - 1:30 Stage 2 brookdalebluegrass.com/lunatic_fringe.htm is known for their popular and eclectic music performed in bluegrass fashion. They were last seen at the Brookdale Bluegrass Festival in March. Front man Eric Burman, on guitar and vocals, leads a composite of fine musicians: Johnny Campbell of Nashville on fiddle, Barbara Burman on bass, Greg Davis on guitar and vocals, Dave Goddard on mandolin, Bob Ferber on sax and Dave Gilette on vocals. 20 Aptos World’s Shortest Parade Program 2004
