2008 Performers
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 Saturday, 12 pm, 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm Sunday, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 5:00pm Monday, 1:00pm, 3:00 pm (Memorial Drive) |
K-9 Dog Show featuring Aero Dynamic Those world famous Disc-Connected K9's will be returning for their 11th year. You won't believe your eyes! Come and see 4-time National Champion dog, Aero and other Frisbee Dog entertainment perfomances - these dogs have been seen seen around the world and have performed in some of the most amazing places - you'll want to see this one for yourself! |
 Saturday, 6:00 pm (Tent) |
Amateur Auctioneer Contest, sponsored by Good Earth Realty & Auction... Two contests, one for adults and one for kids 18 and under. All entrants asked to bring canned good in lieu of an entry fee. Everyone who participates in the sale will win a great gift card to a local merchant. Grand prize for adults is a day/evening cruise on a River Adventures houseboat for you and 14 of your closest friends and family! Imagine, a $600 value prize for a canned good donation and maybe 5 minutes on stage! Grand prize for Under 18 is a $250 Tractor Supply Shopping Spree. Entry forms can be picked up at our office, the Palatka Daily News office or can be sent via email, upon request. Learn more... |
 Saturday, 1:15pm (Amphitheater) |
Blue Smoke Papa Ned Johnson leads this hot local blues band, providing inspiration in the music with his lead guitar licks. Driven by the love of blues, Papa brings a level of improvisation and electricity that has beome the "Blue Smoke Brand of Blues". Papa Ned Johnson has played with some of the great Blues artists of our time, including Buddy Miles, Tinsley Ellis, Bill Wharton and Derek Trucks, to name a few. Dewayne Beard is our second lead guitar and brings sounds reminiscent of Stevie Ray Vaughn. From San Mateo, CA, and currently working at Green South Equipment in Hastings, Dewayne played with the local band, Mo Fugley. Rounding out the front row punch is the blues styling of Linda "Lee" Gahagen. As a nurse, Linda spends her weekdays in surgery at her doctor's office on Palm Ave., and sings the Blues on the weekends! Linda has performed with the local bands Deuce 50 and The Pink Cadillacs. Stan Burgoyne has been keeping the beat and singing for years with bands such as TNT, Deuce 50, and Touch of Class. Stan is the Facilities Manager at the University of St. Augustine. Laying down the bass line is Billy Ennis, founding member of Blue Smoke. Billy, the owner of Decks to Go, a local business, played with both Linda and Stan while in Deuce 50. |
 Saturday, 7:45pm (Tent) |
Craig Hand St. Augustine's very own big-time country music star - DON'T MISS THIS ONE!!!! You've seen him locally at places like The Conch House, Shellfish Grille, and Outback Crab Shack... now see him in our very own back yard. Check out Craig Hand on CMT.COM |
 Saturday, 9:30pm (Tent) |
Chuck Wicks Singer/Songwriter, Chuck Wicks recently began taking the country format by storm with his hit debut single, “Stealing Cinderella,” He spent several years paying his dues by parking cars and writing songs, then developed his craft, apprenticing with some of the top songwriters on Music Row. That hard work pays off on “Starting Now,” Wicks’ RCA Records debut, which showcases the depth of his artistry as a vocalist and songwriter. Learn more about Chuck Wicks and check him out on CMT.COM |
 Saturday, 10:45am (Amphitheater) |
Dave "WhiteWolf" Trezak A native of Ocala, FL, Dave has been a popular touring act for two decades... Up close and personal, yet dynamic and exciting... a multi-instrumentalist, composer, motivational educator, environmentalist and student of Lakota spirituality. The preservation of Mother Earth and the value of our children are recurring themes in his original music. Important parts of his show are songs on the Native American Cedar Love Flute. People around the world have reveled at the tranquil melodies of the cedar flute, and it's been recognized as a sound uniquely Native. Learn more at http://www.lenapecominghome.com |
 Sunday, 3:30pm (Tent) |
Desolation Angels This is one supercharged band committed to rocking the house wherever they play. The 19 year old front man totally nails Paul Rodgers’ vocal style and live performance! That, with attention to detail of the original instrumentation and execution of the parts live, make for an electrifying re-creation of one of Rock’s all-time favorite bands. It’s a scorching concert that’ll have the people on their feet; the men will be playing air guitar with a vengeance and the ladies will be shakin’ it on the dance floor! View website... |
 Sunday, 10:00pm (Tent) |
Gator Country - In early 2005 a new band was formed that consisted of five original-era members of the legendary southern rockers Molly Hatchet...these talented musicians wrote and recorded on all of the Molly Hatchet band’s gold, platinum, and multiplatinum albums. Having just released their new single "Oh Atlanta", GATOR COUNTRY is now back on the road with the "Real Deal Tour" performing their legendary songs. Brash and gutsy … GATOR COUNTRY is once again a smokin’ locomotive of a rock and roll band. You best believe it! Check out their website... |
 Saturday, 3:00 (Tent) |
Gift Horse Band "New Rock, Old School" rock band from Orlando, Florida... check them out on MySpace.com |
 Sunday, 12:15pm (Tent) |
J.R. Roberts A unique sound all his own... you can call it Christian rock meets bluesy, southern-funky, cajun-style or call is Gospel-Christian-R&B - whatever you call it, be sure to make time for J.R. Roberts while you're at the festival. View J.R. Roberts on MySpace.com... |
 Sunday, 5:30 pm (Tent) |
kLoB is a Jacksonville, Florida, 5-piece band, together in one way or another for nearly 10 years. Animated vocals bend genres, appealing to both young and mature, that is catchy and entertaining while still saying something worthwhile. The lyrics flow with a coy sort of witticism. A tongue and cheek transfer of life experience that relates to the daily grind on planet Earth. These guys play soul music for the upside down blues man, because as hard as it may seem, the song can get you through it. Hard working music by hard working players. kLoB has been announced as a FINALIST in the 2007 International Songwriting Competition (ISC) for the song "All the Time" |
 Sunday, 8:00pm (Tent) |
Legendary JC's, "Southern Soul Revue" It all started with some sharkskin suits and Otis Redding tunes more than seven years ago. Since that point, the members of the The Legendary JC’s have ridden a wave of sweaty grooves and press accolades to a point where they are ready for lift-off. Not only does the band pay respects to their influences through their gold-standard original tunes, they have also performed with some, including: James Brown, B.B. King, Al Green and Sam Rivers. Other opening slots have included: Cowboy Mouth, Galactic, J.J. Grey and Mofro, Blues Traveler and even Bad Company. Read more on MySpace.com |
 Monday, 12:00, 1:30, and 3:00 pm (Tent) |
Lorri Gill & The Orange Blossom Opry Band The Orange Blossom Opry is a family oriented country music showcase, located in central Florida. The Opry first opened as "Haw Hee's," then became the "Weirsdale Opry," spent one year as "The Great American Music Hall," and finally became "The Orange Blossom Opry."
The Opry Cast (also known, the "Orange Blossom Opry Band) has been performing a variety of musical styles, mostly traditional country and Bluegrass, and its own special brand of humor for the past eight years. Learn more about Thursday night Jam Nights and more... |
 Saturday, 1:15pm (Tent) |
Out of Hand is an intense listening experience. Rick Grant of the Entertaining U writes, "The tightest bar band with a horn player in the region." Their versatility marks Out of Hand as one of few bands that can accommodate most club atmospheres in Northeast Florida. Though the band is still relatively fresh, there are some experienced musicians that came from totally different roots and have played with reputable artists. |
 Friday, 9:15 & 10:30 p.m. |
Frankie & The West End Boys Read more... |
