2008 JACKPINE JAMBOREE ARTIST LINEUP:
Sloppy Joe Your host band
Every
Sloppy Joe performance draws on a deep well of original songs. This material is
frequently recombined with jug-band instrumentation (spoons, jug, wash-tub,
musical saw etc.) all while band-members swap the guitar, fiddle, banjo,
mandolin, and bass around the stage. One observer claimed to see the upright
bass change players three times in one song. In this era when many bands
perform out of a weak-eyed allegiance to pop-culture’s formula for “success”
and a soul-less mimicry of music that’s already ‘been there and done that’
this originality of sound and subject-matter is the refreshing difference that
sets Slopgrass apart from any other
stage-style. 2008 celebrates 10 years of Slopgrass.
Piper Road Spring Band 35th Anniversary Tour
Piper Road Spring Band was born into the age
of rock & roll with individual backgrounds diverse as classical, cowboy, folk,
blues and Dixieland. Influenced by some live performances of Doc Watson and Bill
Monroe and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band release of "Will The Circle Be Unbroken"
in the early 1970's, they put away the electric amps and guitars and developed a
unique acoustic/bluegrass style. They never completely abandoned their musical
roots and have blended Irish fiddle tunes with American country, big band,
novelty and space-aged Grateful Dead inspired jams. The band continues to swing!
With their strong bond of friendship, commitment to quality musicianship and
continuing support of a strong fan base, Piper Road Spring Band invites you to
join them as their show hits the road. The current Piper Road Spring Band roster
has accumulated over 100 years of experience performing together.
The Yankee Coalition 'Rides Again'
The Jackpine is your only chance to see the boys
play as they once did back in the days of The Great Northern Bluegrass Festival
(Mole Lake, WI). Tuck Pence is a well renowned musician in his own
right but when backed by Danny Lincoln -banjo wizard and pedal steel
extraordinaire, Joe Kronick -alias "mandolin man", the uncle of
Bluegrass- G.T. "Doghouse" Hauser, and "keeping the beat" Donny
Lincoln.
The .357 String Band Milwaukee based "Streetgrass"
Steeped in old-school punk, outlaw
country, Irish and mountain madness driven by banjo, fiddle and mandolin creates
a sound that they like to call amphetamine-fueled mountain music. The .357 String Band are here to break-open
the mold of a genre vastly overlooked. The .357 String Band have built a
following in and around Wisconsin at a break-neck pace. It's the unique blend of
fans that shocks people at first. Not many groups can bring tie-dyed hippies,
street punks, bikers and cowboys to the same venue.
Hoe-down meets throw-down in an all-out frenzy that matches up against any snake worshipping Christian revival tent show ever staged to spook an audience into a glazed-eye state of euphoria.
Dangergrass "Dangergrass is dangerous"

Reverend Eddie
Danger's newest project 'Dangergrass' puts an old timey bluegrass twist to
Eddie's signature unique style,
which can be described as Cosmic Folk with a Tribal Twist of Jazz. Scatman
Reverend Eddie Danger's brilliant and worldly shows delight in finding snappy
audio tricks and playing them on dozens ofinstruments from around the world
...sometimes with an electronic aid. Dare to cast your eyes and lend your
ears to this dangerous new ensemble.
Tani Diakite and Mali Blues African folk, world music, afro-desert blues / Madison, WI
Tani
Diakite (tan-NEE JAH-kee-tay) is a native of the Wassoulou region of
southern Mali. He grew up in a small village with earthen homes and
thatched roofs. Tani is a Malian singer and professional kamelon ngoni
virtuoso. The Kamele Ngoni is a stringed, long-neck gourd instrument that
has been outfitted with an electronic pick-up made from old radio parts. The
instrument's name means "young person's harp." He is also a master craftsman,
playing the traditional Malian instruments he personally creates. He is a member
of the highly prestigious Bureau of Malian Artists, an honor given by the Malian
Ministry of Culture. Tani's music is featured on the
National Geographic's world music
webpage as well as
Wisconsin Public Television's 30 minute music hour. It is a
mesmerizing mix of traditional melodies from Mali, blended with traditional
American delta blues. He is also a wonderful vocalist with a warm, yet excitable
tone. Mali Blues presents a musical and cultural experience for all
listeners, dancers, and seekers of a positive vibe.
Colin O'Brien Song and Dance Man in the style of John Hartford
Reminiscent of the late great John Hartford, Colin O’Brien’s solo show features
his dazzling dancing foot percussion. Indeed the wonderful rhythms of his feet
have soul! While dancing, Colin sings and plays the daylights out of his fiddle,
banjo and guitar. His live
shows leave audiences spellbound with the impression that they're listening to
an entire band. He has just released “Dancing by
the River” which captures his enormous instrumental range and songwriting in
full swing. Colin
tours throughout the U.S.A. and has recently authored the book Play Banjo Today!
The New Arkdale Ramblers
Authentic West Virginian
high
lonesome vocals, driving doghouse bass, bluegrass banjo, mandolin, and guitar,
with an occasional old time fiddle interlude. Comprised of Paul Tanner,
John Stake, Tim Lick and Jeff Sachs.
Deep Fried Grass These boys can pick!
Deep-Fried
Grass is good time bluegrass at it's finest- high energy, dynamic, inviting,
intense, feel-good music. Based out of Beautiful Door County, DFG has very
quickly become known as one of the top bluegrass bands in Wisconsin. Ryan
Thompson played and recorded music with Bill Jorgenson "the Father of Wisconsin
Bluegrass" for over 6 years, until his passing in early 2007. Deep-Fried Grass
as a band, backed up Bill for most of the last year or two of his life. A
high energy delivery of just about all corners of the bluegrass genre;
traditional bluegrass, rock influenced "newgrass", self-coined honky-grass(honkytonk/countrygrass),and
dead-head grass influenced by the likes of Jerry Garcia, makes this a must see
band.
Tuck Pence Northwoods Icon
Singer-songwriter, Tuck
Pence has been in the music business for over 25 years. An astounding performer,
and true friend, he is the finest example we know of what great musicianship
really means.
The Mighty Lumberhorn "A new standard in hillbilly music"/Milwaukee, WI
The Mighty Lumberhorn play a smart, funny brand of hillbilly music. They are in a class by itself these days, because it is the only band in the world that features -- and is named after -- the mighty lumberhorn, a type of home-made acoustic bass. And ... and! ... its members have also invented a drum set that serves as its own storage case. In the hands of BJ, the lumberhorn becomes a rock-solid foundation for their up-tempo, twangy mix of bluegrass, country, folk, rock and all-out hillbilly sound. With their own material and a mix of traditional fiddle tunes, country standards and obscurities and bluegrass, The Mighty Lumberhorn has been rockin' Milwaukee crowds since 2003.
Mike McAbee Swinger/Songwriter
Mike McAbee comes to us from Decorah, Iowa. He plays up and down the Mississippi
River Valley from Guttenberg to Winona, and throughout the Midwest. He
also does Stand-up comedy on a regular basis. He's a funny, funny man!
Thacia's Blue Rune Acoustic high energy rockin' soul from Appleton, WI
Thacia's soulful
singing and insightful songwriting brings a breath of fresh air to our local
music scene. Some of you may remember her from the late-night campfire jams at
the Jackpine last year. She rocked us out all night with her ukelele and
beautiful singing. Thacia has hooked up with some great band members recently
and is heading in an exciting new direction. We are very much looking forward to
having them join us this year.
Paul Tanner
Born in West Virginia and now residing in Adams county, Paul's singing is "the real deal". He will bring his wonderful blend of bluegrass and timeless country tunes to our stage , sure to delight all! He will be performing with his band on Fri. The New Arkdale Ramblers as well as a Sunday Paul Tanner set.
Hand Picked Bluegrass "Bluegrass Music at its Finest !"
Hand Picked Bluegrass Band is a
multi-talented three-piece group with strong musical abilities and tight
harmonies. Their innovative approach to acoustic music ranges from
"Bluegrass to Swing...and Everything in Between"
Besides it's own originals, the group draws it's material from a wide variety of artists including Bill Monroe, Lonesome River, New Grass Revival, Allison Krauss and more.
Hand Picked has recently finished their debut studio recording "Do What You Gotta Do" which showcases the bands fine songwriting and musicianship.
The Free Radicalz Acoustic uprising
Songs that won't necessarily change the world, but will certainly stir
things up a bit.
The Mad Hatters Jug Band Club Parade
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join the Mad Hatters Jug Band Club Parade...
Hat making work areas and face painting beforehand. Bring something to make a funny hat out of.
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