Gathering of the Vibes Festival
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| Country and Region | United States — Connecticut |
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| Type of Festival | Music |
| Location of Festival | Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA |
| Festival Contact Information | Gathering of the Vibes |
| Festival Description | Gathering of the Vibes, the Northeast’s acclaimed music festival destination, will “bring the magic” once again with an extravaganza of eclectic music, arts and community, at Connecticut’s magnificent Seaside Park. Seaside Park, Bridgeport, CT’s 370-acre crown jewel and sparkling beachfront destination, celebrates its eighth year hosting the festival. An unparalleled festival home just 50 miles from New York City, the park boasts acres of beautifully manicured fields, and breathtaking views. The Vibes is an all ages, family friendly event, offering an exclusive family camping area, Kids Corner and Teen Scene, welcoming both campers and single day visitors. Kids 12 & under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. The annual festival has offered a spectacular and diverse lineup over the years, delivering over 40 hours of music on multiple stages. Vibes alumni include: The Allman Brothers, Crosby Stills & Nash, Furthur with Phil Lesh & Bob Weir, James Brown, The Black Crowes, and Damian Marley and Nas, alongside breakout acts like Umphrey’s McGee, Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, Jackie Greene, and tri-state favorites The McLovins. The Vibes also warmly embraces new, virtually unknown artists, who may submit music for consideration at www.GOVIBES.com. Gathering of the Vibes continues to thrive in challenging economic times, welcoming 30,000 fans, reuniting with their musical community and paying it forward. “Each year I am amazed at the spirit, the kindness that emanates from the Vibe Tribe,” commented Ken Hays, founder of the Vibes. “Our fans are dedicated, even at a time when concert ticket sales are down across the country, they continue to bring it.” |
| Festival Dates | July 25 - 28, 2013 |
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Festival Events:
Lineup 2013:
- PHIL LESH & FRIENDS
- THE BLACK CROWES
- TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND
- GRACE POTTER & THE NOCTURNALS
- THE ROOTS
- FUNKY METERS
- JOHN BUTLER TRIO
- GALACTIC
- DARK STAR ORCHESTRA
- JOHN SCOFIELD UBERJAM
- STRANGEFOLK
- FISHBONE
- ASSEMBLY OF DUST
- RAILROAD EARTH
- MAX CREEK
- RYAN MONTBLEAU BAND
- LORD HURON
- THE REVIVALISTS
- TRIBAL SEEDS
- THE NIGEL HALL BAND
- DAVID GANS
- MCLOVINS
- BAND TOGETHER
- LUKAS NELSON & P.O.T.R
- COSMIC JIBAROS
- BORBOLETTA
- JIMKATA
- ANDY THE MUSIC MAN
- JAMES MURPHY(DJ)
- ROB GARZA(DJ)
- PAPADOSIO(DJ)
- KUNG FU & THE DOJO ALLSTARS (DJ)
- DEEP BANANA BLACKOUT (DJ)
- BLUES TRAVELER
- STEVE KIMOCK with BERNIE WORRELL
- JASON CROSBY BAND
- TWIDDLE
- VON GREY
- GOV'T MULE
- BILL EVANS
Other Sources:
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Podcast Interviews:
- If you like this festival — listen to…
- Richard Fusco, producer of Mountain Jam and co-founder of Woodstock Radio
http://kadmusarts.com/podcasts/?p=926 - Sharon Jones, Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings
http://kadmusarts.com/podcasts/?p=934
- Richard Fusco, producer of Mountain Jam and co-founder of Woodstock Radio
Social networks:
- Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/GatheringOfTheVibes - Twitter
http://twitter.com/vibetribe - MySpace
http://www.myspace.com/gatheringofthevibes - YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/gatheringofthevibes - iLike
http://www.ilike.com/artist/Gathering+of+the+Vibes - Ning
http://gatheringofthevibes.ning.com/ - Vibes Forum
http://gatheringofthevibes.ning.com/
Practical Info:
Venue until 1217:
- Seaside Park
7 Trumbull Road
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Charitable initiatives:
- Fan support is not limited to ticket sales; it extends out to the Vibes’ many charitable causes. Last year’s charitable efforts raised $75,000 for an inner-city splash pad, and $25,000 for the families of fallen Bridgeport firefighters. The Vibes is a steward for the environment, demonstrating how to reduce carbon emissions, showcasing alternative energies, and returning the park to pristine condition in days after the event through progressive recycling initiatives. The Vibes continues to give back to the community by creating employment opportunities and offering reduced ticket prices for Bridgeport residents.
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