Friday, May 15
5:00pm
Whoop
North Carolina’s Whoop traverse indie-pop, rock, reggae, and jazzy hip-hop with instinctive musicality, rare chemistry, and palpable joy. Whoop returns for their second time on stage at Indie with two new albums released since their 2022 Carolina Indie Fest appearance, including an album just released in April 2026.
7:30pm
The Dapper Conspiracy
High energy, gritty Southern rock, infused with bluegrass, funk and blues they are storytellers who will burn the house down.
Founded in Raleigh by lead singer and bassist Ben Byrom, they are inspired by the eerie gothic vibes of Fleetwood Mac, the virtuosity of Andrew Bird, and the creative energy of Spoon. Their tight but rowdy appeal shines in open air festivals and basement bars alike. Guaranteed to please.
6:15pm
Jack the Radio
Raleigh, North Carolina roots-rockers Jack the Radio blend rock and blues sensibility with Americana, folk, and country to create a tapestry of swampy southern-tinged sounds on their latest album release, Creatures. All of the songs on the album were written by singer George Hage with a common thread that weaves its way through telling us to stand strong as we ride out the highs and lows of what life throws at us.
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Over the years, Jack The Radio has shared the stage with The Avett Brothers, Robert Randolph and the Family Band, George Thorogood, Cold War Kids, Rayland Baxter, and American Aquarium to name a few. Their music has been featured in countless commercial, film, and TV projects including Modern Family, Boardwalk Empire, Graceland, Beverly Hills 90210 as well as in sports programming for NASCAR, NFL, PGA among others.
8:45pm
Pageant
Pageant is a 4-piece rock band based in High Point, that carves out a new take on the classic sound of rock 'n' roll. Their music is inspired by rock legends such as Motley Crue, Guns N’ Roses, Aerosmith, and Cinderella, while also infusing a fresh and modern sound that defies genres. Pageant aspires to contribute to the new generation of rock and create a sound that is both unique and familiar, providing older audiences with nostalgia and younger ones with a breath of fresh air from most new music today.
Saturday, May 16
2:00 PM
Ol' Joey Scrums
Ol' Joey Scrums blends folk, rock, and bluegrass influences into a genre-defying sonic experience, conveying personal stories of authentic emotion and the essence of Americana. With diverse instrumentation and a genuine passion for their craft, they draw upon their varied backgrounds and personal experiences to create art that resonates deeply with audiences.
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Hailing from Raleigh, Ol Joey Scrums recently produced their second studio album, "A Damn Fine Time".
4:30 pm
Eduardo de Rosamaria
Eduardo de Rosamaria (Ed Stephenson) is a Raleigh, NC-based Canadian guitarist and Alanna recording artist. His virtuosity extends throughout the Classical Spanish, Flamenco, and Flamenco Fusion genres. He has performed throughout North America both as a soloist and with symphonies and other ensembles. Guitarist Ryan Johnson will join Eduardo for this performance.
7:00 pm
The Southern Brothas
The Southern Brothas aren't just making music—they're preserving and evolving Southern culture, one note and one show at a time. Led by the international legend, DJ Nabs, alongside Sir Baggumz aka One-Fourth, and Mr. Twip. The Carolina collective represents multiple generations of Southern hip-hop, soul, R&B to create a masterful fusion of music excellence. Sharing a united vision of creating music that celebrates, that makes you move, makes you think, and honors cultural heritage. Staying committed to authentic Southern soul and ushering in an era of the New Funk!
3:15pm
Jo Gore
Jo Gore is a soulful singer, songwriter, and performer whose music blends R&B and gospel. Hailing from Southeastern North Carolina, Jo Gore's voice is rich with emotion, often described as both sanctified and sultry—a voice that can stir the soul and still the room.
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Raised in the church and surrounded by music from an early age, Jo honed her vocal talent in choirs before developing her own distinctive sound that honors tradition while defying genre boundaries.
5:45 pm
Boom Unit Brass Band
Boom Unit Brass Band is the Triangle's local version of a New Orleans Second Line jazz band. Their powerful sound, which fits somewhere between traditional Second Line bands and the ultra-tight Youngbloods Brass Band, comes from a full line-up of Trumpets, Trombones, and Saxophones plus a funky drummer holding it all together. They are fully loaded and capable of going straight from the parade to the stage.
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Boom Unit Brass Band has been featured at some of North Carolina's premiere music venues and festivals. Commanding audiences’ attention with their lively performances, infectious rhythms, and powerful horn arrangements, Boom Unit Brass Band has assembled a dedicated following in North Carolina and raised through the ranks of their brass band contemporaries.
8:15 pm
Effing and Blinding
Effing and Blinding are a 4 piece original rock band whose songs range from straight up rock n roll to their own version of funk. Whatever the style they're playing, Effing and Blinding was built to be a high energy live band. Just four guys that love what they do and love meeting new friends to add to our rock n roll family.
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As one of their fans wrote, "Sounds like a GOOD F**KIN TIME in my earbuds...like I wanna climb in my own ears, crack a beer, rock my @ss off.