Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment and Jam Productions, Ltd. are proud to announce Summer Camp Music Festival is returning this Memorial Day Weekend to Three Sisters Park in Chillicothe, IL. This will be the 14th Annual Summer Camp Music Festival. Taking place at Three Sisters Park in Chillicothe, IL (just 20 miles north of Peoria), the festival also features a kid’s camp, an extensive representation of non-profit organizations, on-site camping, lots of unique arts & craft artisans, a variety of good food and plenty of ice cold beer.
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AfroZep originated in 2009 with the mission to spread African music to wider audiences while paying tribute to the greatest Heavy Rock band of all time. Some tunes are straight mash-ups of Fela Kuti and Zeppelin, others are Zep tunes but set to original grooves based off the music of artists such as Tinariwen, Thomas Mapfumo and Franco and others are stripped down Zeppelin arrangements injected with the pulse of traditional African drumming.
Led by Wilson (guitar/vocals), Marshall Greenhouse (drum-kit), and Ryan Behling (bass and lead vocals), AfroZep has consistently been touring since their formation, having played festivals, clubs and universities, which are often coupled with workshops. The group has been gaining major media attention for both their unique take on Led Zeppelin, (Led Zeppelin Cover Band of the Year- Chicago Reader, Led Zeppelin Cover Band of Choice- XRT Radio Chicago) as well as for their contribution to African music. In both 2012 and 2013 the group has received multiple nominations at the Chicago Music Awards (African Entertainer of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year). Wilson, Marshall and Ryan (which also make up the psychedelic rock trio KAVA) bring years of road experience with them and a rotating all-star cast of musicians they have met along the way that includes some of the countries top traditional West African percussionists and most in-demand rock and jazz horn players.
Rejuvenate & connect with the cOMmunity at Camp! Start your day right, as we breathe, move, & cultivate the loving kindness vibe with Yoga. Heading OM Yoga returns to the Soulshine tent for it’s 7th year to get you balanced & flowing into your day. All are welcOMe! Some mats/blankets available, or bring your own. Yoga sessions are lead by Tamo of Heading OM Yoga, West Peoria, IL. headingom.org
This year at Summer Camp we will be mixing the hoop workshops up a bit! We have been exploring and evolving in the flow arts for a combined total of almost 9 years, teaching together for a little under 2, and were even nominated for a 2013 Hoopie Award for their partner video "Another Day in the Park." To share our experience with you, we’re offering a wide variety of workshops for all hooping levels. Friday will be split into two groups, one for those who are new and want to learn more basic single hoop tricks and one for more advanced hoopers who would like to learn the basics of double hooping. Saturday, one group will have the option to learn partner hooping skills which will show you tricks that incorporate a duo instead of one hooper and the second group will learn to stylize dance, perfect for those wanting to add more personal style into their hoop dance. On Sunday, the first option is a foot hooping class and the second option will be about power moves and tosses. In this workshop you will learn tricks to really "wow" your crowd and also some awesome tosses! Throughout each workshop we will have our hoop fairy helpers there for extra help, as we’re expecting a large group this year!
The Ragbirds discuss their visions on Eco Touring whilst seranading you in the meantime.
Like a mix tape made by a well-traveled friend, The Ragbirds music is diverse and foreign, yet somehow familiar. The voice at the front of The Ragbirds carries the freshness of the journey itself, and the lyrics point out the scenery like a friendly tour guide.
With a brand new album in 2012, this up-and-coming Michigan band has been traveling the country with their “infectious global groove” gathering a passionate grassroots fan base of all ages.
Join us Friday, May 23rd at Summer Camp Music Festival for the fourth annual Golden Ticket event, taking place from 1:30-2:30 outside the Soulshine tent. What exactly is the Golden Ticket?
It's your chance to win free tickets for you and a friend to every UM show for a year*. Perhaps you'll snag the Golden Ticket that offers you every poster released thus far in 2014, VIP tickets to our 2014 NYE run, or late-night tickets to the red barn. At a minimum, you'll take home more merch than you paid for. It's like playing the lottery but you're a guaranteed winner.
Here's how it works:
This year, we've partnered with Eagles Nest Outfitters to exclusive create custom bags. Each of these will be stuffed with merch, and every bag's contents will remain a mystery until you have it in your hands! Hidden amongst the bags, will be 20 Golden Tickets alongside a whole host of prizes.
Along with attending every Umphrey's show for a year, a partial list of items that you could find residing in your bag this year also include: t-shirts (in your size!), assorted posters, handbills, vinyl, koozies, stickers, and more. Golden Ticket winnings include: 2 tickets to the 5 shows of your choosing*, photo pit access during Umphrey's set, passes for you and a friend to Summer Camp late night shows in the Red Barn and so much more. Three winners will receive Summer Camp survival kits: bags filled to the brim with everything you didn't know you needed to survive the weekend.
Like last year, we'll be donating a portion of the proceeds to one of Summer Camp's many not-for-profit charities. This year proceeds will once again benefit The Runway to Hope Foundation, a creative anti-bullying campaign focused on music as a great equalizer. Right on. So head over to the Soulshine Tent right before moe.'s set on Friday and join us for the shenanigans. You can't lose.
What: UM Golden Ticket
Where: Summer Camp Festival, in the Soulshine Tent
When: Friday, May 23rd, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
How Much: $30 per bag. No limit.
Why: Because we love you
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*Tickets are non transferable and are solely for the winner +1 to attend. Festivals are not applicable (unless we can swing it).
Daily | 3:45pm | Soulshine Tent
Throughout the weekend, Soulshine Ambassadors will be roaming the grounds looking for your Acts of Greenness!
Campers who participate in keeping the scene clean and beautiful will have a chance to win great prizes, such as watching the bands from the stage, winning tons of band memorabilia, Summer Camp goodies, and much more. Soulshine Ambassadors will be disbursing raffle tickets to campers doing an act of “Greenness” such as bringing trash, compost, or recycling bags to the Waste & Sorting Center, picking trash off the ground, using reusable camping items, and any other green acts. For more information, talk to a Soulshine Ambassador in the Soulshine Tent. Raffle winners will be presented daily at 3:45pm in the Soulshine Tent.
Join Head For the Hills and Conscious Alliance as they play some melodies and discuss poverty in America.
Conscious Alliance is a national nonprofit organization committed to distributing much-needed food to communities across the United States, and providing long-term solutions to hunger by focusing on empowerment programs for youth in impoverished regions of the country. They operate through ongoing, grassroots food collection and hunger awareness programs, primarily by organizing ‘Art That Feeds’ Food Drives at concerts and music events. Conscious Alliance has collected and distributed over 1.7 million meals since their inception in 2002! The donations they collect benefit food pantries nationwide and economically isolated Native American reservations.
Over the years the organization has evolved into a dedicated and open-hearted alliance of supporters that includes all ages and demographics. Be sure to check out the Summer Camp 2014 x Conscious Alliance ‘Art That Feeds’ Food Drive where you can donate nonperishable food or a suggested monetary donation for a very special limited-edition Summer Camp poster!
consciousalliance.org
“Head for the Hills has created a sound that is all at once organic, precise, timeless, and brand-new,” as reported by the Missoula Independent. The acclaimed Colorado Bluegrass quartet has been receiving nation-wide recognition in response to their refreshing take on acoustic music. Described as progressive acoustic/contemporary roots, H4TH produces an endearing mixture of homegrown compositions, traditional harmonies, and improvisation. In the live setting, H4TH effortlessly ventures into a myriad of musical styles and sonic landscapes that appeal to a boundless array of listeners.
Head for the Hills have performed, supported, & shared programming with such notables as: David Grisman, Sam Bush, The Flaming Lips, Ben Folds, Bruce Hornsby, Emmylou Harris, Dr. Dog, Little Feat, Nickel Creek, The Avett Brothers, Yonder Mountain String Band, Tim O’Brien, Peter Rowan, Doc Watson, Railroad Earth, and have performed at Wakarusa Music Festival, Telluride Bluegrass Festival (NightGrass), Northwest String Summit, Mulberry Mountain Harvest Festival, Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival (Official Evening Performance), Yarmony Grass Music Festival, Bristol Rhythm and Roots and many more.
Many respected avenues have sighted Head for the Hills as the next breath of fresh air to emerge from the acoustic realm. With direction from a plethora of talented company and an ever-evolving approach to progressive acoustic music, there is no telling what successes lay ahead for this group of talented musicians.
Rejuvenate & connect with the cOMmunity at Camp! Start your day right, as we breathe, move, & cultivate the loving kindness vibe with Yoga. Heading OM Yoga returns to the Soulshine tent for it’s 7th year to get you balanced & flowing into your day. All are welcOMe! Some mats/blankets available, or bring your own. Yoga sessions are lead by Tamo of Heading OM Yoga, West Peoria, IL. headingom.org
This year at Summer Camp we will be mixing the hoop workshops up a bit! We have been exploring and evolving in the flow arts for a combined total of almost 9 years, teaching together for a little under 2, and were even nominated for a 2013 Hoopie Award for their partner video "Another Day in the Park." To share our experience with you, we’re offering a wide variety of workshops for all hooping levels. Friday will be split into two groups, one for those who are new and want to learn more basic single hoop tricks and one for more advanced hoopers who would like to learn the basics of double hooping. Saturday, one group will have the option to learn partner hooping skills which will show you tricks that incorporate a duo instead of one hooper and the second group will learn to stylize dance, perfect for those wanting to add more personal style into their hoop dance. On Sunday, the first option is a foot hooping class and the second option will be about power moves and tosses. In this workshop you will learn tricks to really "wow" your crowd and also some awesome tosses! Throughout each workshop we will have our hoop fairy helpers there for extra help, as we’re expecting a large group this year!
Join Henhouse Prowlers and The Way of the Body and Mind as they play some music and discuss human roots back to Africa.
The WOMB believes that there is one race; the HUMAN race! We pride ourselves in helping all people find their roots in the fact that we all have the same origin: Africa! Finding our common root in the birth place of humanity helps us to be UNIFIED in our struggle to make sure that ALL humans receive their basic needs. The #1 thing that most humans do not have access to is real food. Since 70% of all food on shelves are processed and 80% of food is genetically modified, we lead in teaching folks how to eat whole foods on a budget as well as to rally to expose the structure of these food-like-products. Large corporations have taken over the basis for our physical, mental, emotional and cultural health! Join us in celebrating our unity and organizing for change at our tables, workshop and at our March Against Monsanto!
wayofmindandbody.org
Nine years in the making, Chicago’s Henhouse Prowlers have built a reputation for hard work and non-stop touring, playing music inspired by the roots of bluegrass while branching out into a sound uniquely their own. From lightning fast picking, to sentimental ballads—playing storied original material, traditional songs, and contemporary covers—The Prowlers’ live show leaves no one wanting.
Their most recent album “Breaking Ground” grew out of collaboration and time well spent, having completed it within months of multiple cross-country US tours and the band’s third trip to Europe. Produced by Greg Cahill (Grammy nominated band-leader of Special Consensus), with special guests Josh Williams (of Rhonda Vincent and the Rage) and Anders Beck (of Greensky Bluegrass), this recording packs punch after punch.
The band was recently selected by the US State Dept. to spend a month in West Africa and will be headed back to Europe in 2014 for their largest tour abroad to date. The Prowlers continue to push the envelope with their highly original songwriting, tight arrangements, and electrifying stage presence. With the bluegrass mantle on their back and the best fans in the world by their side, The Henhouse Prowlers are here to stay for a long, long time.
Get down with your bad selves and spin all of the things! This is a flow jam for all flow artists.
Daily | 3:45pm | Soulshine Tent
Throughout the weekend, Soulshine Ambassadors will be roaming the grounds looking for your Acts of Greenness!
Campers who participate in keeping the scene clean and beautiful will have a chance to win great prizes, such as watching the bands from the stage, winning tons of band memorabilia, Summer Camp goodies, and much more. Soulshine Ambassadors will be disbursing raffle tickets to campers doing an act of “Greenness” such as bringing trash, compost, or recycling bags to the Waste & Sorting Center, picking trash off the ground, using reusable camping items, and any other green acts. For more information, talk to a Soulshine Ambassador in the Soulshine Tent. Raffle winners will be presented daily at 3:45pm in the Soulshine Tent.
Ties & Tassels Productions was created to bring our Chicago-land community variety shows for the masses. These shows include; Burlesque, Drag, Gender performance, Dance, Fire play and even Circus Sideshow performances. T&T exists to bring together a variety of performers from all backgrounds and troupes to perform independently at our shows and to raise funds for various causes. T&T is a strong supporter the GBLTQIA community. We encourage creating a safe space for those who love their gender and the performance of it (e.g. our femme-sisters of burlesque), as well as gender non-conformists (e.g. boi-lesque, drag, and our andro-glitter lovers everywhere).
Rejuvenate & connect with the cOMmunity at Camp! Start your day right, as we breathe, move, & cultivate the loving kindness vibe with Yoga. Heading OM Yoga returns to the Soulshine tent for it’s 7th year to get you balanced & flowing into your day. All are welcOMe! Some mats/blankets available, or bring your own. Yoga sessions are lead by Tamo of Heading OM Yoga, West Peoria, IL. headingom.org
This year at Summer Camp we will be mixing the hoop workshops up a bit! We have been exploring and evolving in the flow arts for a combined total of almost 9 years, teaching together for a little under 2, and were even nominated for a 2013 Hoopie Award for their partner video "Another Day in the Park." To share our experience with you, we’re offering a wide variety of workshops for all hooping levels. Friday will be split into two groups, one for those who are new and want to learn more basic single hoop tricks and one for more advanced hoopers who would like to learn the basics of double hooping. Saturday, one group will have the option to learn partner hooping skills which will show you tricks that incorporate a duo instead of one hooper and the second group will learn to stylize dance, perfect for those wanting to add more personal style into their hoop dance. On Sunday, the first option is a foot hooping class and the second option will be about power moves and tosses. In this workshop you will learn tricks to really "wow" your crowd and also some awesome tosses! Throughout each workshop we will have our hoop fairy helpers there for extra help, as we’re expecting a large group this year!
Join Floodwood and ONE while they play some music and discuss preventable disease.
ONE is a campaigning and advocacy organization of more than 3.5 million people taking action to end extreme poverty and preventable disease, particularly in Africa. Cofounded by Bono and strictly nonpartisan, we raise public awareness and work with political leaders to combat AIDS and preventable diseases, increase investments in agriculture and nutrition, and demand greater transparency in poverty-fighting programs. ONE also works closely with African activists and policymakers as they fight corruption, promote poverty-fighting priorities, monitor the use of aid, and help build civil society and free enterprise.
one.org
Al Schnier & Vinnie Amico, not only play together in the premier jamband moe., but they’ve also spent over 10 years recording & touring with the Americana group Al & The Transamericans. Likewise, Jason Barady spent over 10 years recording & touring with the Bluegrass group Wooden Spoon from Taos, until returning to his hometown in central, NY. Nick Piccininni is a largely self taught violinist, who learned his bluegrass chops the old fashioned way – in festival picking circles & Bluegrass Festivals. He’s an award winning banjo player & fiddler in high demand on the bluegrass circuit, who also spent 2 years on the road w/ The Abrams. Bass player, Zachary Fleitz is a Berklee Graduate & Hypnotic Clambake alumnus. Zach joined forces w. Wooden Spoon & has played w. J & Nick for the last few years.
The foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York, also known as “The Leatherstocking Region” is home to Floodwood, the northeast’s new progressive string band.
Daily | 3:45pm | Soulshine Tent
Throughout the weekend, Soulshine Ambassadors will be roaming the grounds looking for your Acts of Greenness!
Campers who participate in keeping the scene clean and beautiful will have a chance to win great prizes, such as watching the bands from the stage, winning tons of band memorabilia, Summer Camp goodies, and much more. Soulshine Ambassadors will be disbursing raffle tickets to campers doing an act of “Greenness” such as bringing trash, compost, or recycling bags to the Waste & Sorting Center, picking trash off the ground, using reusable camping items, and any other green acts. For more information, talk to a Soulshine Ambassador in the Soulshine Tent. Raffle winners will be presented daily at 3:45pm in the Soulshine Tent.
Join Swear and Shake and HeadCount as they play some music and discuss how you can and you should stay involved in today's political climate.
HeadCount is a grassroots organization that uses the power of music to register voters and raise political consciousness. Since 2004 we've staged voter registration drives at over 2,000 concerts and signed up over 175,000 voters. We reach young people and music fans where they already are - at concerts and online - to inform and empower.
Our message is not about what party you support or where you land on an issue. It's that you must speak to be heard.
headcount.org
Swear and Shake
In a city that offers endless new sounds, New York-based band Swear and Shake’s loyal fan base and earnest talent have driven them on tours across the US and into the focal point of fawning critics. The band’s star seems to be continually on the rise, as they play premiere Manhattan and Brooklyn venues and release their fully-Kickstarter-funded LP, Maple Ridge, only a year after their formation.
Swear and Shake is Kari Spieler (vocals, lyrics, guitar), Adam McHeffey (vocals, lyrics, guitar, banjo, piano), Shaun Savage (electric bass), and Tom Elefante (percussion). The band formed in 2010 after Kari helped Adam record a demo one of his original songs, “Johnnie.” From that moment, they knew they were on to something good. Adam recruited longtime friends Shaun and Tom to flesh out the sounds behind Kari’s soulful, smoky voice and Adam’s catchy folk strumming.
The band was a hit from their first release in November 2010, a five track album aptly titled “Extended Play,” which received over 200,000 Creative Commons downloads in North American and Europe. In the first few months, favorite tunes like “Johnnie” and “Bones” started to pop up in covers on YouTube.
Newsday praised the band, comparing them to indie darlings Mumford & Sons and Bon Iver. New York’s The Deli described front lady Kari’s pipes as “gorgeously full,” and Brooklyn Belles compared her to “a young June Carter Cash.” David Malachowski of the Daily Freeman made clear that Swear and Shake is more than fun sounds and pretty faces. “A haunting postcard from a faraway, warmer place, Spieler’s moving, heartfelt delivery takes this to a higher place,” writes Malachowski. “Daring and direct, Swear and Shake points a finger at you, and you can’t help but respond. Well done.” Frost Click called the band’s EP a “treat” and writes, “There’s no denying the fact that Swear and Shake know how to make amazing sounds. The quartet has a knack for creating a wonderful balance of emotion, instruments, vocals and lyrics; making you want to listen more and more.”
Writing about their appearance at B.O.M.B. Fest opening for Weezer and Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, Connecticut’s Culture Cache called their sound, “expansive, majestic, harmony-heavy,” and music blog The Indie Kollection wrote, “Musical discoveries like these make me want to move to NY.” Luckily, there’s still time to make the move considering blog The Feast called them “a mainstay on the New York scene.”
Despite the band’s critical acclaim, attending a Swear and Shake show feels like a cozy, crowded room of old friends where a guitar is picked up as the last bottle is poured. Shows at New York institutions like The Living Room, Pete’s Candy Store, The Knitting Factory, Arlene’s Grocery, and the Bitter End have been raucous and full of laughter and dancing. Music blog Sounds That Matter, who had the band record a video for their site testified, “It took me one day to realize I was head over heels for this band.”
Using the crowd-funding site, Kickstarter, the band raised $5,250 ($750 over their goal) from over 100 individual donations to make their latest independent record. Swear and Shake used various social media outlets and endearing quirky video updates to get the word out about their Kickstarter campaign (and released a super adorable impromptu celebratory dance video when they reached their goal). Recording was finished in the early fall and the album, including recent fan favorites like “These White Walls,” “Marbles,” and “Wrecking Ball,” will be available in early 2012.
Make sure to check out the Treasure Hunt on the back of the program to find out how can you earn access to this very special Make a Difference Celebration with...
Everyone Orchestra conducted by Matt Butler and featuring…
THE EVERYONE ORCHESTRA conductor/founder Matt Butler has taken its participants, both on stage and off, on improvisational journeys with the most diverse of lineups at festivals, theaters and philanthropic events both nationally and internationally. A laundry list of hundreds of musicians, dancers, singers, guest conductors and community organizations have embraced the experience of EO in single shots of musical adrenaline to the soul. Tuning in to his energy, the band and audience utilize The Conductor as their pivot to the set mood of each passing jam as he communicates with the musicians using hand signs, whiteboard and assorted mime suggestions.
The list of Everyone Orchestra participants is an increasingly wide and intercontinental group including members of The Grateful Dead, Phish, moe., String Cheese Incident, The Flecktones, Club d’Elf, ALO, Tea Leaf Green and Adrian Belew, Taj Mahal, Maria Muldaur, Tuvan throat singers, live painters, dancers, chanters, choirs, hula hoopers, firespinners, jugglers, stiltwalkers, storytellers, a presidential candidate and hundreds of others among a growing legion of other performers.
Marching clearly into uncharted territory, The Everyone Orchestra balances the challenges of live group improvisation with triumphant tension and release conduits of music which head deep into the soul. This unique collaborative of performance deeply encourages and requires audience interaction. The edge of your seat enthusiasm for what is next is the fuel behind the continuous musical experiment of The Everyone Orchestra.
Make sure to check out the Treasure Hunt on the back of the program to find out how can you earn access to this very special Make a Difference Celebration with...
Everyone Orchestra conducted by Matt Butler and featuring…
THE EVERYONE ORCHESTRA conductor/founder Matt Butler has taken its participants, both on stage and off, on improvisational journeys with the most diverse of lineups at festivals, theaters and philanthropic events both nationally and internationally. A laundry list of hundreds of musicians, dancers, singers, guest conductors and community organizations have embraced the experience of EO in single shots of musical adrenaline to the soul. Tuning in to his energy, the band and audience utilize The Conductor as their pivot to the set mood of each passing jam as he communicates with the musicians using hand signs, whiteboard and assorted mime suggestions.
The list of Everyone Orchestra participants is an increasingly wide and intercontinental group including members of The Grateful Dead, Phish, moe., String Cheese Incident, The Flecktones, Club d’Elf, ALO, Tea Leaf Green and Adrian Belew, Taj Mahal, Maria Muldaur, Tuvan throat singers, live painters, dancers, chanters, choirs, hula hoopers, firespinners, jugglers, stiltwalkers, storytellers, a presidential candidate and hundreds of others among a growing legion of other performers.
Marching clearly into uncharted territory, The Everyone Orchestra balances the challenges of live group improvisation with triumphant tension and release conduits of music which head deep into the soul. This unique collaborative of performance deeply encourages and requires audience interaction. The edge of your seat enthusiasm for what is next is the fuel behind the continuous musical experiment of The Everyone Orchestra.
Ties & Tassels Productions was created to bring our Chicago-land community variety shows for the masses. These shows include; Burlesque, Drag, Gender performance, Dance, Fire play and even Circus Sideshow performances. T&T exists to bring together a variety of performers from all backgrounds and troupes to perform independently at our shows and to raise funds for various causes. T&T is a strong supporter the GBLTQIA community. We encourage creating a safe space for those who love their gender and the performance of it (e.g. our femme-sisters of burlesque), as well as gender non-conformists (e.g. boi-lesque, drag, and our andro-glitter lovers everywhere).
“This Must Be the Band” is Chicago’s only and therefore best Talking Heads Tribute Band; only performing Talking Heads music, and, if possible, 3 to 4 hours at a time.
Formed in May of 2007, This Must Be the Band began by playing the cov- eted pizza joint circuit, the most notable of which was the city-famous Piece Pizza in Wicker Park. Since then, the band has expanded east to NYC and west to San Francisco.
This Must Be the Band has two main dishes on their menu: the first is a succulent “All-Request Show,” with a generous helping of audience partici- pation, flavored slightly by improvisation. The second is the hailed “Stop Making Sense Re-Creation,” where the band performs note-for-note and prop-for-prop the famous Talking Heads concert film from 1984. For three years running, the band has performed this show to a sold-out crowd at the Vic Theatre and Park West in Chicago.
This Must be the Band is extremely happy to play Talking Heads music night after night because the music is just that much fun. Not only has the lead singer (Charlie Otto) been called “the illegitimate son of David Byrne,” but the band boasts its very own Tina Weymouth (Jamie Jay), Bernie Worrell (Matt Gunsaulus), Adrian Belew (Otto), and Ednah Holt (Kasey Foster).
