Targhee Fest
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| Country and Region | United States — Wyoming |
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| Type of Festival | Music |
| Location of Festival | Alta, Wyoming, USA |
| Festival Contact Information | Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival |
| Festival Description | The Festival takes place annually since 2003 and offers up a diverse roster of stellar performers. The stage is set at the foot of the magnificent Teton Mountains. The relaxed and laid back atmosphere brings attendees back year after year. |
| Festival Dates | July 19 - 21, 2013 |
| Festival Links | http://www.grandtarghee.com/summer/music-festivals/targhee-fest.php |
Festival Events:
Lineup 2011:
- Friday, July 15, 3:00pm Doors Open
- 4:00pm — Battle of the Bands: The Deadlocks
- 5:30pm — Chamberlin
- 7:00pm — Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings
- 9:30pm — Grace Potter & The Nocturals
- Chamberlin — Apre show at the Trap Bar
- Saturday, July 16, Doors Open at 11:00am
- 12:00pm — Battle of the Bands: Jet Black Ninja Funkgrass Unit
- 1:30pm — Jason Spooner
- 3:00pm — Sarah Bareilles
- 5:00pm — James McMurtry
- 7:00pm — Jackie Green
- 9:00pm — Michael Franti & Spearhead
- The Congress, Apres show at the Trap Bar
- Sunday, July 17, Doors Open at 11:00am
- 12:00pm — Battle of the Bands Winner: The Miller Sisters
- 1:30pm — Bonerama
- 3:30pm — Funky Meters
- 5:00pm — Little Feat
- Hooligans — Apres show at the Trap Bar
Artist Feature 2011:
- Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings (USA)
- As a child, Sharon Jones and her brothers would imitate the songs and dances of James Brown, who shared their hometown. Like many rhythm and blues entertainers, she began performing in church at a very young age where her voice would find a lifelong home and inspiration. In her late teens she branched out into talent shows and played with local funk groups, wedding bands, and a handful of day jobs which included stints as both a prison guard at New York’s notorious Riker’s Island, and an armored car guard for Wells Fargo Bank. Her command of the stage earned her an overnight title as the ‘Queen of Funk’. Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings formed in 2001 and have since toured extensively and have built steadily upon a growing reputation as the unrivaled frontrunners of old-school Soul and Funk music. SJ &TDK latest release, 100 Days, 100 Nights, is arguably their greatest achievement to date. With much more extensive songwriting and arranging contributions from the members of the band, the songs take more distinct and well-crafted forms, enabling a deeper more soulful return to traditional Rhythm and Blues roots. However, it is the raw fire and Soul which Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings consistently pour into their music that will make this record an irreplaceable part of many people’s lives. For more information visit http://www.daptonerecords.com/sharonjonesandthedapkings.html
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Friday, July 15, 2011, 7:00pm
- As a child, Sharon Jones and her brothers would imitate the songs and dances of James Brown, who shared their hometown. Like many rhythm and blues entertainers, she began performing in church at a very young age where her voice would find a lifelong home and inspiration. In her late teens she branched out into talent shows and played with local funk groups, wedding bands, and a handful of day jobs which included stints as both a prison guard at New York’s notorious Riker’s Island, and an armored car guard for Wells Fargo Bank. Her command of the stage earned her an overnight title as the ‘Queen of Funk’. Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings formed in 2001 and have since toured extensively and have built steadily upon a growing reputation as the unrivaled frontrunners of old-school Soul and Funk music. SJ &TDK latest release, 100 Days, 100 Nights, is arguably their greatest achievement to date. With much more extensive songwriting and arranging contributions from the members of the band, the songs take more distinct and well-crafted forms, enabling a deeper more soulful return to traditional Rhythm and Blues roots. However, it is the raw fire and Soul which Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings consistently pour into their music that will make this record an irreplaceable part of many people’s lives. For more information visit http://www.daptonerecords.com/sharonjonesandthedapkings.html
Battle of the Bands 2011:
- The contest takes place prior to the festival — winners are given the opportunity to perform at the Targhee Fest. For more information about the bands visit
http://www.grandtarghee.com/summer/music-festivals/battle-of-the-bands-contest.php
Live Music at The Trap 2011:
- The festival continues after hours at the Trap Bar for After Shows. For more information visit http://www.grandtarghee.com/music/summer-trap.php
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