Marc Cohn Performing at 7:25pm
Marc Cohn, the singer/songwriter of such classics as "Walking In Memphis," "Silver Thunderbird," and "True Companion" has released his new album 'Listening Booth: 1970'.
Cohn transforms songs from such artists as Cat Stevens, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Van Morrison, Smokey Robinson, and Creedence Clearwater Revival into highly personal artistic statements on 'Listening Booth: 1970.'
Watch the video for Walking in Memphis
Sonny Landreth Performing at 6:00pm
Sonny Landreth is a Mississippi born and bred (now living in Louisiana) slide guitar virtuoso who has traded licks with the crème de la creme of world class musicians including Mark Knopfler, Buckwheat Zydeco, John Hiatt, Dr. John and Eric Clapton
Check out Sonny playing with Clapton
Nicole Atkins & The Black Sea Performing at 4:45pm
Hailed by Time Magazine as one of the Ten Artists That Rocked South by Southwest.
Spin Magazine called Nicole Atkins and the Black Sea the best live band of the festival.
Augustana Performing at 3:35pm
Augustana's "Steal Your Heart", "Sweet and Low" and "Boston" are on everybody's playlist.
Scars on 45 Performing at 2:20pm
Have you heard "Give Me Something", their Hot EP?
If But When Performing at 1:25pm
If But When is a catchy pop rock band from New York City. "Never Change," their debut single, has been featured on the Next Music show on 107.1 The Peak. They have opened for such notable acts as John Nolan (Taking Back Sunday), Nightmare Of You and Socratic. Their songs are immensely catchy and deeply personal and will have you singing along by the time the second chorus rolls around.
Tony Bellantoni & The Swag Hooks Performing at 12:30pm
"Tony Bellantoni never fails to remind us of everything rock & roll used to be and can still be in the world of over produced American Idol wannabes. This is sure to be one of those music moments when you say I remember the first time I heard that album. Talk Us Off The Ledge will be in your play list forever." –Richard Doetsch
Geoff Hartwell with Andy Aledort
Performing at 5:35pm and 7:00pm
"Geoff Hartwell is the greatest blues-rock, slide-guitar player I've ever heard, bar none." –theworkingmusician.com, MORE SUGAR! Magazine (Feb, 2008)
Pleasantville native Geoff Hartwell developed a national reputation as a slide guitarist through his summer stints at the National Guitar Workshop. There he gained the devotion of countless students as well as camaraderie with his heroes.
Blues Fans: Geoff will be trading licks with Sonny Landreth and Andy Aledort (Groove Kings, Dicky Betts Band) during his scorching set .
Patti Rothberg Performing at 3:10pm and 4:20pm
"One stop from stardom...a new name triumph - a mix of urban folk and full-tilt rock." –USA Today
"Shrewdly mixing folk, ballads and power rock, Rothberg distinguishes herself from the screamers by showing her spunk without the punk." –People Magazine
The ReignJah Band Performing at 12:10pm, 1:00pm and 1:55pm
The ReignJah Band is the premier Carribbean band performing soca, bouyoun, reggae and zouk.
Chris Fox and Mojo Monde Performing at 12:15pm
A long time Chappaqua resident, guitarist/singer Chris Fox writes songs that are distinguished by their captivating melodies, deep grooves and thought provoking lyrics. His band, Mojo Monde, performs regularly in the New York area and features some of the scene's best musicians, namely keyboardist Jon Cobert, bassist Tony Tino and drummer Denny McDermott.
"Authentic and soulful, yet suffused with a penetrating intelligence"
- Dane Andreeff, Chairman, Maple Jam Music Group
Johanna Performing at 1:00pm
Johanna - www.johannamusic.net - a classically trained soprano, has created an eclectic fusion of pop/folk/rock that never fails to wow her audiences. She has performed at M.E.A.N.Y. (Musicians & Emerging Artists New York) Festival in New York City and the Millennium Music Conference. She is particularly proud to have written the theme song for the In The Pink Foundation.
Patti Hupp Performing at 1:45pm
Popular children's entertainer and creator of 'ArtSmart', Patti Hupp, aka 'Miss Patti' teams up with award winning drummer/producer Kevin Hupp (Maceo Parker, Rufus Wainwright, Iggy Pop), to form a rockin' family band with a nod to Cheap Trick, New Orleans, the blues, pop and reggae. 'Feeling Groovy with Miss Patti' is available on ITunes, CDBaby and www.nyartsmart.com.
Milton Performing at 2:30pm
Milton, the modern-day troubadour with the distinctive voice and one-name moniker, is the leader of a lively, rootsy collective known for their soul-stirring live shows. Milton has distinguished himself with his unique voice and lyrics, a compelling mix of grit and grammar. NPR featured Milton's song "Booker" as Song of the Day. Milton and the band have played sold-out shows at New York's Joe's Pub.
"He has the pitch and rhythm to carry the day, and his sophisticated lyrics keep listeners coming back for more." - The New York Times
Skyfactor Performing at 3:15pm
Skyfactor punches out memorable acoustic-rock songs that grab you from the get-go -- and won't let go. These Westchester natives, who have had their music featured on MTV's hit show "Teen Mom", are converting listeners daily.
Their new CD, Daydreams, is available on iTunes and Amazon.com.
See Skyfactor perform on Pleasantville's own PCTV
The Callen Sisters Performing at 4:00pm
The Callen Sisters graduated from Purchase College before migrating to NYC to hone their craft. They have performed at The Living Room, Rockwood Music Hall, The Bitter End, The Knitting Factory Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs, The Fire in Philadelphia and Club Passim in Boston.
In a time of many copy cat artists, The Callen Sisters come forward for something new. Vocal harmonies, light guitar and a brilliant harp join together to form the perfect combination of emotions." - Christy Mannering, "Bring Me Up" blog
Nectar Performing at 4:45pm
Nectar is energizing audiences with their bewitching live shows in such venues as Googies Lounge, The Bitter End, Kenny's Castaway, The Baggott Inn, and Trash Bar. They competed in Emergenza's Battle of the Bands Showcase earlier this year.
Nectar's album, "Jump the Fence", busts genres with its poignant lyrics, addictive melodies, and dramatic harmonies to create brazen and haunting songs.
Lisa Brigantino Performing at 5:30pm
Lisa Brigantino was named "2010's Artist To Watch Out For" by The Examiner. Her critically-acclaimed album Wonder Wheel received "5 Stars" & "Pick Of The Week" from Muzik Reviews. "Lisa Brigantino is what you'd call a complete musician—a superb multi-instrumentalist & singer-songwriter." – Jon Sobel, Blog Critics.
In an earlier incarnation, Brigantino was a member of Lez Zeppelin, the all girl Led Zeppelin tribute band.
Remember September Performing at 6:15pm
Remember September has seen their grassroots effort blossom from playing local clubs around NYC to performing at stadiums and major venues with acts such as Train, Chicago, .38 Special, Average White Band, Robert Randolph & The Family Band, Randy Travis, Johnny Winter, Steve Vai, Ari Hest, Spin Doctors and more.
They have performed at Walter Reed Army Hospital, Mohegan Sun & Foxwoods Casinos, Fairfield Theatre Company, Hard Rock Boston, and Harrah's Casino in AC.
Remember September on PCTV
Makeshift Lullaby Performing at 7:00pm
Makeshift Lullaby is John Black, Andrew Iuso, Jonathan Jetter and Ian Carroll who play honest, straight forward, unapologetic pop.
"At the end of the day, we're an honest and hard-working group of guys that do this as a labor of love in the hopes of connecting with people and, something I've always been a fan of: bringing people together, in a communal sense."