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Friday, May 23rd

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5:00pm

Droze & the Drift

Alt beach rock is how we're kicking off this May's Carolina Indie Fest.  Hailing from the other Carolina, Droze & the Drift feature island vibes with distorted guitars and electronic beats.

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7:30pm

Derrick Dove & the Peacekeepers

Southern Rock and Blues at it's finest, legendary blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa says they have “Face melting and soul stirring guitar solos” - a statement that reflects the band's range from deeply soulful blues to ripping rock songs. 

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They've shared the stage with the Marshall Tucker Band, ZZ Top, The Wallflowers, Ariel Posen and more.  Their single "When Did I Get Old" was #1 in the US and has about 7 million views on YouTube to date.

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Their new album “Burn It Down” out now.  For more information on that and tour dates visit their website.

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6:15pm

The Great Indoors

Pairing angsty, upbeat & ever yearning lyrics with upbeat melodies The Great Indoors has a wide open sound reminiscent of late '80s alternative.  Based out of Wilmington, NC The Great Outdoors we are catching the band in the middle of a US tour.

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8:45pm

Cliff Wheeler Band

"A true force in the country music scene, this artist seamlessly blends classic rock and outlaw country to create a unique and unforgettable sound," says Christy "Sweet Tea" Andrulonis - CCMA Founder and Country Music Radio Personality.

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This quote is 100% accurate but don't be too eager to pigeonhole the Cliff Wheeler Band as one specific genre - country, rock and blues all have their moment here.

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Saturday, May 24th

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2:00 PM

Nor'Easter Tippers & Pypes

Keepers of the Celtic traditions, Seán Nós & Derek Burpee, bring a wide variety of Scottish, Irish & Maritime music on various traditional instruments. Seán is a singer/songwriter and will be performing all originals. Clap along or kick up your heels! Do listen for their catchy choruses & sea shanties that the crowd can join the band in singing.

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4:30 pm

Heavy Denim

Heavy Denim is an indie rock band from Durham, North Carolina - the rhythm section is rightly confident, the guitar riffs are passionately compelling, the vocals are magnetically charismatic, but it‘s the powerful storytelling that makes the tunes hit-sensitive.

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7:00 pm

Lipbone Redding

Lipbone Redding is an award-winning vocalist, guitar player, voice-strumentalist, storyteller, songwriter, author, teacher and traveler.

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He is best known for his one-man orchestra show; simultaneously playing, singing and making the instrument sounds with his mouth —without the use of a loop pedal. Lipbone compliments his uncanny vocal range by incorporating American Roots, Blues and Jazz with world influences including Indian, Middle Eastern, African and Latin styles.  Check his website for more about Lipbone.

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3:15pm

La Unica

High-energy, genre-bending, and totally original—La Unica brings a musical fusion unlike anything you've heard before. Hailing from Washington, DC, this five-piece band blends the driving rhythms of Latin America with the soul of Celtic folk to create their signature sound: Irish Latin Rock. 

 

With over 15 years of live performance under their belt, La Unica has become a standout on the East Coast music scene.  Pronounced La-Ooh-Knee-Ka, the band’s name reflects their unique identity. Singing in both English and Spanish, La Unica crafts infectious original songs that resonate across cultures and get every crowd moving—from indie music lovers to global fusion fans. 

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5:45 pm

Paper Rabbit

Vibrant, fun pop rock straight from central NY.  Another grossly underappreciated indie band in this lineup that should not be missed.

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8:15 pm

Ur Mom

Hailing from Chicago, IL Ur Mom is a four-piece rock band combining an eclectic set of influences including classic rock, blues, funk, folk, and others.  This up-and-coming band has opened for the likes of ZZ Top and the latest iteration of Lynyrd Skynyrd

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