Summerfest announces first round of artists
Summerfest has announced some of the stage headlining acts that will be appearing at this year’s 
festival. The Milwaukee festival takes place between June 26 and July 6, 2008.
Summerfest officials are excited to announce some of the stage headlining acts that will take place this year. Dates, times and stage locations for the following acts have yet to be determined, however these artists are officially signed to perform at Summerfest 2008: 311, Paolo Nutini, Trace Adkins, Jack’s Mannequin, Miranda Lambert, Matisyahu, O.A.R., Keller Williams, Creedence Clearwater Revisited, The Crystal Method (DJ set), Plain White T’s, The Roots, Gomez, Willie Colon and Thievery Corporation, Jakob Dylan & the Gold Mountain Rebels, Mickey Hart and Rodrigo y Gabriela.
More info after the jump. Stevie Wonder, Tom Petty, Rush, the Jonas Brothers, and Tim McGraw will also be performing at the Marcus Amphitheater during Summerfest.
You can see the full list of Summerfest confirmations on our Summer Festival Outlook.
More from the press release…
311 is a five-piece modern alternative band from Omaha who are celebrating their 18th year since their inception and have enjoyed immense commercial success. Paolo Nutini is a 20-year-old singer/songwriter from Scotland whose singles include “Jenny Don’t Be Hasty” and “New Shoes.” Country star Trace Adkins’ newest single “You’re Gonna Miss This” demonstrates his continued strength as a major force in contemporary country. Jack’s Mannequin is the solo project of Andrew McMahon, the vocalist, pianist and songwriter of the band Something Corporate. Country singer, guitarist and songwriter Miranda Lambert released her second album Crazy Ex-Girlfriend in 2007. Matisyahu’s reggae and hip-hop influences have helped him establish a unique sound of his own. O.A.R. is a rock jam band formed in Ohio whose single “That Was a Crazy Game of Poker” is a staple on college campuses across the country.
311 is a five-piece modern alternative band from Omaha who are celebrating their 18th year since their inception and have enjoyed immense commercial success. Paolo Nutini is a 20-year-old singer/songwriter from Scotland whose singles include “Jenny Don’t Be Hasty” and “New Shoes.” Country star Trace Adkins’ newest single “You’re Gonna Miss This” demonstrates his continued strength as a major force in contemporary country. Jack’s Mannequin is the solo project of Andrew McMahon, the vocalist, pianist and songwriter of the band Something Corporate. Country singer, guitarist and songwriter Miranda Lambert released her second album Crazy Ex-Girlfriend in 2007. Matisyahu’s reggae and hip-hop influences have helped him establish a unique sound of his own. O.A.R. is a rock jam band formed in Ohio whose single “That Was a Crazy Game of Poker” is a staple on college campuses across the country.
Singer, songwriter and guitarist Keller Williams is literally a one-man jam band whose live shows always prove to be upbeat and eccentric. Creedence Clearwater Revisited was launched by The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame rhythm section from the legendary group Creedence Clearwater Revival. The Crystal Method (DJ set) is a dance-based electronic duo with a definite rock band feel best known for their hit “Busy Child.” Plain White T’s are a pop rock band from Illinois whose smash single “Hey There Delilah” was nominated for a 2008 Grammy. The Roots are a Grammy-Award winning hip hop band from Philadelphia known for their jazzy sound and live instrumentation. The English indie rock band Gomez’s album How We Operate was hailed as “The Best Rock Album of the Year” by The Wall Street Journal. Puerto Rican musician Willie Colon is a trombonist, singer and salsa music icon. Thievery Corporation is a Washington, D.C.-based recording artist and DJ duo. Jakob Dylan & the Gold Mountain Rebels are touring this summer in support of Dylan’s debut solo album, Seeing Things. Mickey Hart is best known for his nearly three decades as one of two drummers of the Grateful Dead. Rodrigo y Gabriela are a musical duo who specialize in playing rhythmic and classical guitars.
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BERES HAMMOND TO HEADLINE FIRST ANNUAL REGGAE SUMMER FEST FOR CANCER RESEARCH SHOW SEPT. 7 AT RFK STADIUM
Washington, DC – The National Alliance Foundation, a non-profit network committed to promoting peace and harmony while raising funds and awareness for cancer, announced today plans for the First Annual Reggae Summer Fest For Cancer Research reggae show. The inaugural concert will bring top-flight reggae and entertainment to RFK Stadium, home of Major League Soccer’s D.C. United team.
Reggae Summer Fest For Cancer Research, as it is billed, hopes to attract West Indians, reggae music lovers and people who have an affinity for Caribbean culture to the DC area on Sunday, September 7. Part proceeds from the event will benefit the Jamaica Cancer Society Clinic.
“This much-anticipated reggae festival has been artfully planned and was launched to raise funds and awareness to cancer,” said Orville Dixon, a representative of the National Alliance Foundation. “Our intention is to educate the masses about cancer, while bringing together people through the universal language of music.”
Shows of this magnitude have been attempted before in the Nation’s Capital, but NAF officials claim that this festival will be different, in that, there is a cause behind the anticipated revelry.
Patrons will enjoy music, food, and a variety of items from the many vendors who will be exhibiting. Children 12 and under will be admitted free, while adult admission start at $30. Limited VIP tickets and general admission tickets are available at Ticketmaster and a number of Caribbean businesses (including Caribbean Breeze located in Virginia and Logan Circle Liquor located in Washington DC).
Headlining the show will be international reggae crooner Beres Hammond, best known for such hits as “Putting Up Resistance,” What one dance can do” and countless other chart-toppers. Other acts include Ky-Mani Marley, I-Wayne, Turbulence, Chuck Fender, Prestige, Etana, and Fire Star.
There will also be a local flavor as well, as area bands—including STORM, The I-Ternals, Strykers Posse, New Kingston Band, Passion Band, Image Band, and Yawd Lynk—will provide their own familiar sound to this event.
Emceeing duties will be a group effort, as popular radio personalities including EZ Street (from 93.9 FM WKYS), Papa Wabe and Neil Mattei (WEAA 88.9 FM), and Tony Carr (WPFW 89.3FM) will take turns keeping the event live.
Half Krazy, Glamour G from Amplex, DJ Rasta Punch (from WPFW radio) and DJ Chick Music will provide the music.
For more information, go to http://www.reggaesummerfest.net. For questions regarding vending, email vendors@reggaesummerfest.net or call 301-332-6935.
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ABOUT THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOUNDATION
The National Alliance Foundation is a non-profit network that is committed to promoting peace and harmony, while raising funds for the Cancer disease and its harmful effects on our community and society.