Arts and Entertainment
July 14, 2023
From: Starbrick Music FestivalThe Party Event of the Summer Starbrick Music Festival!
Our Music Festival is a blend of classic 70/80/90s rock music, that will take you back with the best hits of the ages! Music like Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, ACDC, Van Halen, KISS, Queen, Motley Crue, Journey and more will have you rocking all night!
With a packed weekend of river events, camping, craft vendors and more - this is not something you want to miss out on!
Rockin' on the Hocking:
Come ROCKIN’ on the HOCKING July 28 and July 29! 2 DAYS to enjoy a leisurely float on the Hocking River & 2 NIGHTS of rockin’ at Hocking College to live music!
Gates open at 12pm and the first band starts at 2 pm
Schedule:
Friday, July 28th, 2023
2 - 3 PM - EVAN DEAN
The only way to describe Evan Dean’s Solo show is if Chris Stapleton was driving a Led Zeppelin while kicking a bass drum and tambo… if that were even possible! Not your usual solo show, Evan adds a driving beat to jangly guitar and raspy vocal - bringing the soul back to Rock n Roll.
Evan hits the Stage with an eclectic blend of original bangers and ballads mixed in with Classic Rock, Blues, R&B, and Country faves by artists such as Chris Stapleton, Led Zeppelin, The Black Keys, Alabama Shakes, Jason Isbell, Nathaniel Rateliff, The Rolling Stones, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Tom Petty, U2, B.B. King, Sublime, Al Green, Sam & Dave, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, The Allman Brothers, Johnny Cash, and more!
3-4 PM - Billy Payne
Billy was raised on the sound of country music, played with his family at gatherings in the West Virginia mountains, Which is still home for him. His first vinyl was of Johnny Cash. His style of singing was a big influence in starting his love affair with the music scene. At 12 years old he started teaching himself how to play guitar and sing the popular songs from Johnny, Waylon, Willie, George, and all the great stars of country music. Playing in clubs and wherever he could the next many years instilled the love of performing.
3-4 PM - Blue Steel w/ Billy Payne
Blue Steel is a Classic Rock Bank formed in 1989 by Tim Priest and Darren Cluff. Blue Steel plays your favorite classic rocks hits from the 70’s, 80’s and 90,s. with its rich harmonies and a versatile group of musicians, Blue Steel covers many of the top classic rock songs still enjoyed today. For over 33 years Blue Steel has performed shows of every kind, Festivals, Clubs, Fairs, Concerts and more. We have played shows with The Kentucky Head Hunters, The Rick Derringer Bank, Earl Thomas Conley, Jon Conley and more. 33 years and still going strong.
Blue Steel Members are:
Tim Priest-Guitar/Keyboards/Vocals
Darren Cluff/Guitar
Kevin Palmer-Drums and vocals
Tony Colewell-Lead Vocal and acoustic guitar
Jim Smith-Guitar
Jeff West-Bass Guitar
Terry Lorenz-Sound and production
4 - 6 PM - SKINNY MOLLY
Skinny Molly was founded by guitarist/vocalist Mike Estes (formerly of Lynyrd Skynyrd and Blackfoot) original Molly Hatchet guitarist Dave Hlubek and Nashville, TN studio drummer Kurt Pietro who also played drums for Blackfoot.
6 - 8 PM - STADIUM 11
Stadium 11 is the premier classic rock act that pays tribute to the greatest songs and performances from the greatest groups in rock music history. Stadium 11 plays and performs authentic re-creations of the greatest hits from bands like, Journey, Styx, Boston, Queen, Foreigner, REO Speedwagon, Elton John, Wings, Yes, Led Zeppelin and more!
8 - 10 PM - SABBATH
In a Theatrical re-creation of Black Sabbaths greatest era’s The Ozzy Years & the Ronnie James Dio eras.
All songs performed Note for Note to exact album perfection with exact equipment, tones, tunings,stage props, instruments, clothes and costumes along with the stage set of the END tour. The band is based out of Central Ohio and tours nationally.
Show highlights include songs from the albums Black Sabbath, Paranoid, Black Sabbath #4, Sabotage, Mob Rules & Heaven & Hell.
As Black Sabbath fans ourselves we strive to make this show just how you remember seeing them their Heydays. To get any closer you’ll need a Time Machine!
10 - MIDNIGHT - FLOYD LIVE
'Floyd Live' is a concert ensemble comprised of several carefully selected musicians, sharing a passion, meeting through their craft, joining talents and creating what is critically acclaimed and endorsed by industry professionals and beyond.
Saturday, July 29th, 2023
2 - 3 PM - TODD BERRY
Todd has been singing since the age of nine, has successfully made a living doing what he loves –- singing and performing.Todd has been influenced by several artists including Elvis Presley, Garth Brooks,
Metallica, George Strait, Huey Lewis, Lynard Skynard and more. Todd also writes and produces original music of his and other artists.
Todd Berry is a professional singer that has provided entertainment for clubs and venues throughout the United States, Todd performs a wide variety of music ranging from 50s & 60s Classic Rock, Country, Pop and Gospel as well as his own original music.Todd is backed by a 4 piece band called the Todd Berry Band. Spotlight Records released a single titled “When I Need a Friend” a pop song by Todd Berry in 2021.
3 - 4 PM - KALYSTA MINTON-NASHVILLE BAND
Kalysta’s singing will touch your heart making her an enviable and admirable singer. Her voice has been described at times as angelic and magical.
Kalysta is currently backed by a band of 4 musicians from Nashville, Tennessee. Kalysta’s band was hand-picked by John Pineiro owner of Perfect Image Recording who recorded 8 songs of Kalysta’s debut CD. At times she is backed by another band from Nashville headed up by Gary Sadker who produced 3 of her songs on the current CD.
Kalysta will perform either as a solo artist using the Boise Sound System or with her band. Kalysta is signed to Spotlight Records of Nashville, Tennessee with a release date of 8/28/2021.
4 - 6 PM - MODERN ALIBI BAND
Modern Alibi is an alternative rock band from Charlotte, NC founded by Holden Scott. The official lineup includes Holden Scott, founder, guitarist and lead singer; Sloane Letourneau, lead guitar; Josh King, bass; and Christian Sturt, drums. Holden has created a unique and energetic sound for the band with his original music with influences from a wide range of artists. The band’s sound has been described by some as a cross between the Arctic Monkeys and Twenty One Pilots.
6 - 8 PM - BRONSON ARROYO BAND
World Series Champion Bronson Arroyo fronts the rock cover band featuring musicians Bronson Arroyo (lead vocal, rhythm guitar), Dave Becknell (drums, vocal), Steve Becknell (bass guitar), Jamie Combs (lead guitar, vocals) and Chuck Davis (lead guitar, vocals). Since Arroyo’s retirement from baseball in 2017, the band has been playing throughout the US covering Pearl Jam, Tom Petty, The Lumineers and many more rock ‘n’ roll artists.
8 - 10 PM - MOCK OF AGES
Mock of Ages have brought together some of the best musicians in the entire Southeastern United States for the sole purpose of paying tribute to one of the greatest Rock bands of all time ‘Def Leppard’! The group works very hard to meticulously replicate (live, no backing tracks) all of Leppards hit songs that the world has come to know and love. But the band’s steadfast approach does not end with just the sonic side, they also push to capture the feel, vibe and aspect that is Def Leppard.
10 PM - MIDNIGHT - HAIRBALL
Vocalists Joe Dandy, Kris Vox, and Dave Moody lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of the acts fans will see brought to life. The Hairball stage becomes an entirely new rock concert before your very eyes countless times throughout the night.
Date: July 28 - 29, 2023
Time: 2pm
Location: Hocking College, 3301 Hocking Parkway
Nelsonville, OH 45764.
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