www.myspace.com/aquariusrising1967
This 12-piece pop rock orchestra delivers a dazzling musical journey with timeless repertoire and visual display, recreating the experience reminiscent of the pop psychedelic period of the mid- to late sixties.  This is one ‘far out’ musical celebration sure to leave you singing along regardless of your age or generation!

www.nobadjuju.com
This eight-piece powerhouse features three lead vocalists/instrumentalists backed by a driving rhythm and horn section.  The band kicks out high-energy dance music with their eclectic mix of classic blues, R&B soul and rock.  They’ve opened for premier acts such as The Little River Band, Blood Sweat & Tears, and Firefall, and are a top performing act on the local and national level.

www.garyprattmusic.webs.com
Hailing from the neighboring town of Slickville, Gary has made country music his passion since a very early age.   In addition to his extensive local performances, he has performed in various venues in Nashville and at the Rocky Gap Music Festival in Maryland.  He also has opened for Chris Cagle, Mark Chestnut and Crystal Gayle and recently opened for American Idol’s Phil Stacey.

www.mahajibeeblues.com
This Pittsburgh-based band will present a smokin’ hot set of blues tunes—driven by two guitars, harmonica, keyboards and vocals.   Mahajibee has played dozens of regional concert series, benefits, festivals and popular blues events and have shared the spotlight with the likes of Johnny Angel and the Halos, Deep Purple, Billy Price, Pat Travers, Tinsley Ellis and more.  They’ve also produced several CDs featuring live and studio performances.  Yes, it’s a case of ‘cryin’ the blues’, but this time, you’ll be wanting to hear it all. . .

www.gashouseannie.com
This local singer-songwriter is quite well known about town, and has been performing at intimate and large regional venues for over two decades.  Shirley promises to deliver a set of exceptional well-known and original songs for Festival visitors.  She has opened for many major acts at the Post Gazette Pavilion, Seven Springs, Indian Lake and various other venues—they include Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Glen Campbell, Loretta Lynn, Kenny Chesney and many others.  She also boasts an original CD, “Rambler”, just recently released.

www.3bricks.com
The Bricks’ music is best classified as classic acoustic rock with some country, bluegrass and folk.  Formerly with 3 Bricks Shy, Tim Lint on acoustic rhythm guitar, lead vocals and harmonica, and Sam Paul on acoustic lead guitar and harmony vocals, play many of the songs from the 3BS repertoire along with nearly two dozen new tunes.

www.americanpieoldies.com
This energetic group of talented musicians brings us the sounds of the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s with a fabulous playlist including Tommy James & the Shondells, Fats Domino, The Beach Boys, The Monkees, America, Chicago, Elton John, Billy Joel, The Beatles, The Eagles and many, many more!  The group will also present their special “Music Trivia” and “Stump the Band” snippets encouraging amusing audience interaction.  All of the guys in the band have performed for over 20 years in and around the Pittsburgh area and are sure to bring lots of toe-tappin’ and finger-snappin’ to the lake stage.

www.pattispadaro.com
This girls-n-guys band serves up a special mix of feel-good, bluesy jam-rock originals and cover songs.  Patti, Pittsburgh’s sweetheart of the electric guitar, is a creative, passionate lead guitarist/singer/songwriter who has recorded several CDs and has performed all over the country.  Janelle Burdell, Jeff Rosenthal and Ken Lamison round out this exciting and dynamic band to present music that “brings people together, opens and inspires minds, and makes a difference in the world—it’s also a whole lot of fun!”

www.wccc.edu
This 38-member ensemble has singers and full instrumentation, comprised of students and community members from a variety of backgrounds, driven by their passion for big band literature.  This newly formed group, just over a year old, is under the leadership of Dr. Roderick Booker who is now in his 38^th year as a music director in our community.  The band plays instrumental selections from Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Glen Miller and Woody Herman, and vocal selections are from Frank Sinatra, Etta James and Lou Rawls.  Though newly formed, this band has already performed locally for community galas and professional gatherings.

www.zydecoagogo.com
Hailing from Philadelphia, this all-star group boasts colorful personnel who present a blend of Cajun two-steps, New Orleans rhythm & blues and swinging Louisiana rock & roll—they then season this musical “gumbo” with exotic tropical rhythms like punta, cumbia, calypso and forro.   At the heart of Zydeco-A-Go-Go’s songs are the classic zydeco sounds of accordion and frattoir (rubboard) with saxophone, electric guitar, electric bass and drums, and feature lyrics sung in English, Spanish, Cajun and Creole French.  With Zydeco-A-Go-Go, you know it’s gonna be a wild and swingin’ pitch-a-wang-dang-doodle dance party! 

www.holidayproductions.com
With three guys and a gal as frontline singers, the New Holidays are backed by a group of five premier musicians who are second to none.  Their repertoire of favorite tunes spans from the ‘50s through the ‘80s, and in the words of Porky Chedwick, the infamous “Daddio of the Radio”, “The New Holiday replicates the original sounds of the past with freshness and vitality.  Their harmony is outstanding and they are keeping the sound alive for the next generations to enjoy.”  Tap your feet to the beat of a group that has an exceptional abundance of energy and charisma. 

www.myspace.com/sixchasingseven
Since their inception in 2004, the band has been creating a sound unlike any other.  From a classically trained pianist to a funk inspired rhythm section, fronted by a reggae and soul singer, the band’s act provides an exceptional rock show with a little something for everyone.  With the inspired groove of James Brown, the musical drive of the Allman Brothers and the tenacious hope of Bob Marley, Six Chasing Seven won’t stop until their sound fills the radio waves and music halls around the planet. 

www.brokenspokeband.net
Keith, D. J., Brian, Bobby and J-Bird tell it best. . .”It all started back on the ranch—Keith was in the barn strummin’ his 6-string and singin’ with Bessie the milk cow.”  Next thing ya know, the rest of the boys joined in and realized that that actually had somethin’ good goin’ on!  They put a name to what they were doin’ after they saw a busted-up wagon wheel and the rest, as they say, is history.  Back by popular demand, this group is sure to get some audience feet stompin’!

AKA Jim Haner, this super-strummer will insist on bringing lots of good, old-fashioned fun to the stage with spectator song requests, sing-alongs, impromptu chatting & banter and, of course, his 1000^th audience request for the infamous “Dueling Banjos”!   

www.RAGGS.com
Sing along with the canine star of the hit public TV series, RAGGS!  RAGGS and his human pals Roadie and Rha Rha will lead a super sing-a-long of the RAGGS Band’s greatest hits!  Kids will wag and wiggle as they learn the pups’ famous moves during this high-energy dance party.  Sing, dance and feel the groove during RAGGS Sing-a-Long Show—a colorful, interactive, doggone-fun presentation for children and their families!

www.chrishigbee.com
Founder and fiddle player for The Povertyneck Hillbillies, Chris has a following that spans all generations and packs in crowds from all over the state and along the East Coast.  The Chris Higbee Project, Chris’s new venture, combines the talent and passion of several diverse musicians and provides an exciting must-see show for everyone.  Fans will be entertained with witty banter and friendly rapport between band members AND Chris’ ability to play the fiddle in many different ways and “locations”.  Their range of music encompasses everything from bluegrass to old country to the more modern edgy sounds of today.  The band also writes their own music including the hits “Watchin’ Me”, “Write to Me”, and “Break Me Down” (now heard on Froggy Radio).  Chris also wrote The Povertyneck Hillbillies hit “Comin’ to See You”.

Using a classic rock performance style, The Strikes also play a wide variety of music including rock and roll, old country, rockabilly and blues.  They’ve got new and exciting arrangements of old favorites while staying true to the musicians before them.  Enjoy this locally based group who is thrilled to perform at their favorite summertime festival!

This award-winning Elvis impersonator is the “Official ELVIS for 3WS Radio” and ranks among the finest tribute entertainers in the U.S.  Don gives a theatrical performance of “The King” and demonstrates his amazing vocal skills as he strolls among the audience wearing a replica of an original Elvis suit.  It’s a classy tribute featuring all-time favorite Elvis hits delivered with plenty of charisma and interaction—he even hands out an occasional silk scarf in true Elvis fashion.

This quartet specializes in Klezmer music—the exhilarating music originating from Jewish culture and indigenous to Central and Eastern Europe.  They also perform soulful Jewish folk songs and the light and jazzy sounds of the Yiddish theatre.  Enjoy the sounds of the violin, clarinet, keyboard and percussion—a delightful combination that extends this group’s repertoire to swing, classical and international favorites. 

www.RAGGS.com
Sing along with the canine star of the hit public TV series, RAGGS!  RAGGS and his human pals Roadie and Rha Rha will lead a super sing-a-long of the RAGGS Band’s greatest hits!  Kids will wag and wiggle as they learn the pups’ famous moves during this high-energy dance party.  Sing, dance and feel the groove during RAGGS Sing-a-Long Show—a colorful, interactive, doggone-fun presentation for children and their families!