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D.R.A. Great Salt Bay Concert Series presents
Great Salt Bay Music Festival 2009
reggae, rock, folk, funk and blues on the bay
Featuring THE JASON SPOONER TRIO and INNER VISIONS
With special guests THE HORSESHOE CRABS
Sunday, July 26, 2009 – 12:30 to 6:00 PM
gates open at Noon
Location: Damariscotta River Association’s Great Salt Bay Farm Heritage Center,
110 Belvedere Road, Damariscotta, ME 04543
Bigger and better than ever!
An afternoon of music outdoors at an historic saltwater farm. Three bands. Family friendly. Caribbean food and spirits available. Fresh oyster bar. Alternative energy displays and demonstrations, including the ceremonial “flipping of the switch” for DRA’s new wind generator. Open seating. Rain or shine. Bring blankets. Proceeds support land conservation and education.
Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door, 12 and under free
FMI/Tickets 207-563-1393 or dra@draclt.org
The Jason Spooner Trio: The Jason Spooner Trio's unique blend
of roots, blues, funk and folk has earned them accolades across the country
and skyrocketing popularity: catch them while you can!
www.jasonspooner.com The Jason Spooner Trio brings together the talents of Jason Spooner on lead vocals and guitar, Adam Frederick on bass and vocals and Reed Chambers on drums for a multi award-winning sound that "navigates between folk, jazz, pop, funk, and R&B - sometimes, in the course of a single song." Winner of the International finals of the 2007 Mountain Stage NewSong contest held in New York City, honored as a national finalist in the 2007 Starbucks Music Makers competition in Boston, and member of the Falcon Ridge "Most Wanted" Preview Tour, Spooner is a rising star of the independent music scene.
According to the Portland Press Herald, "Spooner's voice is fresh, authentic and distinct. Combined with the story-telling narration of some of the songs and the gorgeous melodies of others, Spooner hits the mark every time."
Visit the band's website at www.jasonspooner.com.
Inner Visions:. Roots reggae masters from St.
John, USVI, back at the DRA by popular demand for their 4th year, shake it
up with their electrifying vibe, infectious rhythms, and tight vocal
harmonies.
www.innervisionsreggae.com
Inner Visions is a reggae band from St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands, said by some to be the Virgin Island’s best kept secret. The band has played together for over 25 years, though they have only been touring the U.S. since 2001. The original members are Phillip “Grasshopper” Pickering on guitar and lead vocals, Paul “Ras Paul” Samms on percussion and lead vocals, and Alvin “Jupiter” Pickering on bass, drum programs, and vocals. The band has recently been joined by Grasshopper’s two sons: Akiba “Mr. Snooze” Pickering on keyboards and Aswad “Hollywood” Pickering on drums. Their reviews describe true musical communi-cation and infectious energy! While being influenced by some of the top names of reggae, they have combined these elements with new ideas, and in their own words they have a “mystical mix of young and old” and a “three-part harmony that will soothe the savage beast in anyone.”
The Horseshoe Crabs combine, in their own words, “healthy portions of crunchy rock and roll, raggedy-ass-blue-jean Americana, sweaty blues” . . .
and more.
They do not lecture on the life of the crustacean; rather The Crabs are a trio of musicians who have a lot of fun playing an eclectic mix of rock and roll. It is made up of Brian Robbins on guitar, mandolin, vocals and harmonica, Paul Sherman on bass, and Peter Jackson on pedal steel guitar. Not really a Garage Band, The Crabs are more of a Barn Band with some seasonal Living Room sprinkled in there as well. Drawing from an unpredictable array of influences, the most obvious thing about The Crabs is the fun they have playing together. Dylan, Stones, Clapton, the Grateful Dead, Steve Earle, Buddy Holly, Neil Young, Peter Wolf and Van Morrison are just a few of the inspirations that make The Horseshoe Crabs smile and bounce.
Note: No Refunds, No Coolers, No Pets.
Festival Sponsors (as of 7/23/2009):
Lead Sponsors
Colby & Gale
Hannafords
Mexicali Blues
Reny’s – A Maine Adventure
Supporting Sponsors
Acadia Trust
Camden National Bank
Damariscotta Montessori School
Damariscotta River Grill
Lev Davis/RBC Wealth Management
Maine Interfaith Power & Light
Rising Tide Community Market
Salt Bay Trading Co.
Seamark Silver
TEMPCONTROL
Weatherbird
Women of Substance
Media Sponsors:
98.9 WCLZ Portland
Coastal Journal
Presenting Organization: The Damariscotta River Association is a non-
profit membership supported organization dedicated to preserving and
promoting the natural, cultural, and historical heritage of the
Damariscotta River, its watershed, and adjacent areas for the benefit of
all. The Association has active programs in the areas of land protection,
stewardship, community education, water quality monitoring, marine
conservation and cultural preservation. Come visit us at the Salt Bay
Heritage center at 110 Belvedere Road in Damari-scotta. For more
information call (207) 563-1393, email dra@draclt.org, or view our web
page at www.draclt.org.
