2008 CONCERT SERIES

All concerts are scheduled on a Friday unless otherwise noted. Most Artist(s) have a Myspace page or website for additional information.

April 5 :: Janet Stolp & Friends (Jazz/Swing) 
12-2 PM (Art Walk-Saturday)
Janet Stolp with Jay Cunningham and Carl Jones.  Don't be surprised when Stolp comes off as Carole King or Joni Mitchell. In fact, Stolp shares many similarities with those ostensible influences. Her pristine voice captures intensity of content, and she has an overwhelming ability to infuse emotional luminosity into her lyrics.

April 25 :: Smooch and The Big Hug (Rock/Indie/Alternative)
7-8:30 PM (Duke Night)
http://www.myspace.com/smoochandthebighug

May 2 :: Midtown Dickens (Alternative/Folk)
12-2 PM (Lunch Concert)
They harmonize with the purity of swan and play lots of instruments (banjo, accordion, musical saw, guitar, trumpet, trombone, percussion, harmonica, ukelele, lap steel, glockenspiel etc.

May 2 :: Los Galleros de Mexico (Mariachi Band)
7-9 PM

May 8 :: Winifred Garrett (Harp)
7-9 PM (Thursday)

May 9 :: Bull City Syndicate (Funk/Horn/R&B)
7-9 PM
Formerly ‘Soul Kitchen and The Bull City Horns’ The top-drawing Funk/Horn band in North Carolina continues to build on their success and pushes the boundaries of their powerful sound even further. No other band in the Triangle dares to attempt the intricate fusion of rhythm-section and funk, 4-horn firepower, and soaring vocals. Bull City Syndicate has been building a loyal and ever-growing following for ten years. They are featured at the top area restaurants, clubs, and statewide music festivals, and colleges, as well as many local and national charity events. "Always Funky - Always Fun," Bull City syndicate pleases both the discerning listener and those with the overwhelming need to dance!

May 16 :: Edsel 500 ( Blues/Swing/Rockabilly)
7-9 PM
The great thing about this music is that it seems to transcend age and musical taste.  Many young people enjoy the shows just as much as the folks who were there to actually witness the birth of Rock & Roll.” The name Edsel 500 is a tongue-in-cheek homage to the hot rod culture that is linked with rockabilly music. “They wanted to pay tribute to the spirit of the music without taking themselves too seriously. It is, after all, really fun music that gets right to the point.

May 22 :: The Flabbergasters (Variety/Cover/Dance)
7-9 PM (Thursday)
GUARANTEED to rock the house!!! More than just a band, The Flabbergasters unique blend of Pop, Disco, Beach Music, Rock, Funk, Hip Hop, R&B, Soul, Jazz, Motown, and Top 40's (70's, 80's, to present) is a must not miss entertainment experience! They’ll keep you dancing!           

May 23 :: Café Mars (Jazz/Funk Fusion)
7-9 PM
Cafe' Mars is made up of four members of the regionally renowned funk/horn band, Bull City Syndicate. When Bull City Syndicate is resting the funk, Cafe' Mars can be found at restaurants, clubs and private events delivering a unique blend of Top-40 hits, smooth and contemporary jazz, and even some danceable rock-n-roll, all filtered through their pop/funk sensibilities. Because Cafe' Mars also plays from the list of Bull City Syndicate's tunes, they can provide a full night of dance hits, if and when your party decides to get rowdy. But, this is not a stereotypical wedding band! For those who wish to avoid "Macarena" and other line-dancing schlock on their Big Day, Cafe' Mars can deliver something "cool" and "hot" in the same package.

May 30 :: Stillhouse Bottom Band (Old Time/Bluegrass)
7-9 PM
Mark, A.C., and Alan got together on New Year's Day, 2000, and had such a great time they decided to work up a few tunes and share them with the world as the Stillhouse Bottom Band. After a few months, they thought it would be nice to have a bass to round out the bottom, so we asked Bobb to join them, and they have been making great music ever since. We like to think of ourselves as an old-time band, playing acoustic music with deep roots in rural North Carolina tradition, but can't deny that we have other influences. In our music you are certain to hear a little bluegrass, some classic country and a touch of the blues; you might even notice some rock, pop or jazz riffs. We grew up with all this great music and it just works its way in. Regardless of where it came from, the music we make is distinctly our own. We really enjoy it, and hope you will too.

June 6 :: Killer Filler (Surf/Soul/Rock/Instrumental)
7-9 PM
Killer Filler hails from Hillsborough, NC, and has been rocking Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill (aka "The Triangle" area of NC) for the past three years or so. Killer Filler plays entirely instrumental music, with a penchant for 1960's-stye surf, Memphis soul, lounge, and New Orleans funk. There's even a touch of big band, swing, latin, and pop thrown in for good measure. If you have discovered bands like The Ventures, Booker T and the MGs, The Champs, The Meters, and The Shadows, then you know where Killer Filler is coming from.

June 13 :: Magic Pipers (Classic Rock/70’s/80’s/Variety)
7-9 PM
A young energetic trio from Raleigh, NC who "rev up" their audience with a wide variety of Rhythm & Blues, Rock, Top 40 and Dance music! The trio includes Ron Ross-keyboards, Jason Sikes-guitar and Joey Brantley-drums. Combined they represent 20 years of professional experience which includes many VIP performances at Walnut Creek Amphitheater. All three sing lead or harmony and even switch instruments on occasion. The Magic Pipers while small in number will WOW you with their huge sound! Regardless of whether your location is a small patio or a large auditorium, one of their three state of the art sound systems allows this band to fit your party while providing fine quality sound! Artistic, dependable and always crowd pleasing the Magic Pipers PACK A POWERFUL PUNCH!!

June 20 :: Dune Dogs (Country Rock/Variety)
7-9 PM
Conceived and delivered on Ocracoke Island in 2002, The Dune Dogs have a rural blend of Hard Core Country like Johnny Cash and Billy Joe Shaver, and Southern Rock n’ Roll like Ronnie Van Zant, Tom Petty and The Bottle Rockets. There’s something for everybody in the Dune Dog’s Carolina Country.

June 27 :: Craicdown (Accoustic)
7-9 PM
Contemporary interpretations of music from a number of different traditions and genres, including Celtic, Parisian musettes, Brazilian choros, original compositions and other goodies. Includes members David GiGiuseppe on accordion and Irish cittern, Rob Sharer on guitar, flute and fiddle, and Jim Roberts on percussion.

July 4 :: Stoneage Romeos (Top 40/Dance)
7-9 PM
Stoneage Romeos is a cover band based out of Raleigh, NC. They play an energetic blend of Dance, Funk, 80's and Modern Rock. Expect an active band that brings all ages to the dance floor and adds a little bit of everything to the event. Their wide variety of songs allow them to cater the set list to the atmosphere of your specific event or club. They are available for any type of event and are willing to tweak their set list and pick up a specific song with enough notice. They are flexible enough, talented enough, and willing to do anything and everything possible to make your event perfect.

July 11 :: CARNAVALITO (Latin Jazz)
7-9 PM
One of the most unique bands to appear in the Triangle in the last decade has to be Carnavalito. Founded by bassist Ricardo Granillo, a West Coast native who relocated to North Carolina in 1987. The band  performed at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as Washington, DC, and Raleigh's Artsplosure and First Night events. We are fortunate to have this great local talent.

July 18 :: The Adrian Duke Projek (New Orleans Blues)
7-9 PM
Drenched with the sounds of New Orleans, Adrian Duke's piano is overshadowed only by the raw emotional power of his voice.  Although he has found a home as a Blues artist, by blurring the lines between Blues, Funk, R&B, and Jazz, he has found critical acclaim, audience acceptance, and artistic peer recognition.

July 25 :: Little Windows (Appalachian)
7-9 PM
Mark Weems and Julee Glaub (Traditional Appalachian and Irish Songs and Tunes) A mix of Appalachian, Irish, Old-Time Gospel and traditionally based originals, with a special focus placed on unaccompanied ballads. They tour together nationally and internationally with a focus on the art of the pure voice with tight harmonies in traditional songs. Instrumentation includes guitar, fiddle, banjo, flute, piano, bass, mountain dulcimer and bodhrán.

August 1 :: Sugar The Band (Cover Band/Variety)
7-9 PM
SUGAR plays some of the coolest new music and some very danceable classics! Just to list a few of many bands we cover: Green Day, Gavin Degraw, Smashmouth, Josh Kelly, Sheryl Crow, No Doubt, JET, Sublime, Violent Femmes, The Killers, Franz Ferdinand, The Breeders, White Stripes, Scissor Sisters, Blondie, David Bowie, The Clash, Supertramp, Paul McCartney, Queen, Garbage, The Pretenders, Joss Stone, Madonna, and many, many more....

August 8 :: The Tims Bluegrass band (Bluegrass)
7-9 PM
The band features banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass & vocals. Their music is Traditional & Contemporay Bluegrass, Country & Bluegrass Gospel.

August 15 :: Johnny White and The Elite Band
(Show/Dance Band)
7-9 PM
Johnny White and The Elite Band are the epitome of what music is all about. They consist of two powerful lead vocalist, JOHNNY WHITE and SHIRL, and three soulful FEMALE BACKGROUND SINGERS. They combine their singing ability with High energy choreography that will make you, the spectator, become a part of their show. The group is without a doubt one of the best show and dance bands in the business.

August 22 :: Suicide Blonde (80’s Cover Band)
7-9 PM
Based out of Raleigh, NC, Suicide Blonde is comprised of "children of the 80s" who have united to bring back the spirit of this incredible decade. With its lineup of experienced musicians, this exciting band well remembers what it was like to wear a mullet, hop in the Trans-AM and drive to the blaring sounds of AC-DC, David Bowie or the Cure. With a wealth of experience in many genres of music, Suicide Blonde brings the required professionalism, musicianship and unmistakable love of the 80s,. For an unforgettable time of fun and excess.

August 29 :: Durham Jazz (Jazz)
7-9 PM

September 5 :: Lynn McGee & The Monarchs (R&B/Blues)
7-9 PM
The soulful seasoning of Lynn McGee, Scott Moore and Chris Berry combined with hot licks from the rhythm section are sure to get hearts pumping, and feet stomping. Their celebration of music includes soulful blues, rootsy rock, classic rhythm and blues and much more. Interwoven are original tunes in the same genre and are sure crowd pleasers.

September 12 :: Cave Dwellers (Honky Tonk/Classic Country)
7-9 PM
Honky-Tonk. Don't waste your time trying to find Hank Williams and Merle Haggard on the radio these days, just come check out Mark Weems new band the Cave Dwellers to get your fill of the moaning fiddle, weeping steel guitar, tinkling ivory and cry in your beer vocals. The Triangle's newest, hottest Honky-Tonk band, plays all your old Traditional Country favorites and many new originals penned by Mark which are destined to become the classics of tomorrow.

September 19 :: CRUSH (Pop/Rock/Soul)
7-9 PM
Crush has been acclaimed as one of the “Triangle’s finest bands”. With a diverse song list and attention to detail. This band likes to have fun! Therefore, the songs they play are chosen simply because they are fun to play and they hope the crowd enjoys them as much as they do. Although all members of CRUSH have pursued Original music careers of their own, and with much success, the common bond of “CRUSH” is here to keep songs alive in the minds of the thousands that seek to be entertained.

September 26 :: Edsel 500 (Swing/Blues/Rockabilly)
7-9 PM
The great thing about this music is that it seems to transcend age and musical taste.  Many young people enjoy the shows just as much as the folks who were there to actually witness the birth of Rock & Roll.” The name Edsel 500 is a tongue-in-cheek homage to the hot rod culture that is linked with rockabilly music. “They wanted to pay tribute to the spirit of the music without taking themselves too seriously. It is, after all, really fun music that gets right to the point.