DEAD IN THE HOLLER
An Appalachian Cryptid Halloween at Dogtown

THE SUMMONING
Dogtown | Floyd, VA
Halloween night
$10 cover

This Halloween, Dogtown is summoning all the deadheads, witches, things that whistle in the night.... come on out and get your groove on!

We are stoked to have Rosebud grace our stages for the ultimate shakedown to call in the spirits. Rosebud is a Floyd, Virginia-based music group rooted in the spirit of the Grateful Dead, blending faithful covers with original, long-form improvisational jams.

And as if that isn't enough to get your bones dancing, we have sounds from the Holler, by DJ Sp_ceboy! He will be weaving together dance bangers, psychedelic oddities, and sounds best left unexplained....

Come dressed up! We'll be conducting our very own Costume Contest, with prizes and bragging rights for the strangest creatures among us. There will be prizes for the following: Best single costume, best group costume, and Cryptid/Ghoul you are most likely to find in Floyd County.

Come as something they swear they saw once.

Stay weird. Stay wary. And if you hear your name coming from the woods… no you don’t....

Just because it's the night BEFORE Halloween, doesn't mean you shouldn't come dressed to kill while you slay us all with your wicked vocals! Always a party with Karaoke at Dogtown!

Free Show!

Establishing themselves as an area power trio, Foster Burton on guitar, Jake Dempsey on bass, and George Penn on drums—teaming up for a night of Grateful Dead music. Come enjoy the tunes and the good energy, guaranteed!

Blues Co. is a 5 piece blues/rock group from Blacksburg, Va. that formed in the summer of 2022.
The band plays a hard driving mix of Blues (Howlin' Wolf, SRV), Bluesy Classic Rock (Hendrix, Cream), Funk, Motown (Stevie Wonder), and Original numbers.

Tickets $10 Pre-sale - $12 Day of Show

GA and Table Tickets now available.

It’s as though some people are just born to be musicians. That certainly seems to be the case for guitarist and vocalist, Isaac Hadden. Born and raised in the southeast musical festival scene, Hadden is pushing boundaries and carving out a unique voice in the rock, funk, and jam idiom. Isaac’s shows are known for their raw energy, spontaneous creativity, and deep musical chemistry. With a fearless approach to blending genres, he delivers sets that are as dynamic as they are unforgettable.

His touring unit is an all-star quartet that is quickly gaining notoriety on the music festival circuit and the East Coast jam scene for its high-energy performances and tight, dynamic improvisation. His cutting-edge playing style and animated stage presence, combined with his passion and talent, have built him a dedicated fan base in the United States, and abroad, solidifying him as one of the southeast’s fastest-growing young talents. 

Free Show! Saturday, October 10th 8PM
A local favorite for years, this group of all-star musicians hail from the New River Valley of Virginia, up in the spine of the Appalachians... where rock and blues meet to jam, where the mountains meet the sky and raise your spirits high, where psychedelic funk punch is just what’s for breakfast… Timewave Zero music drives listeners straight into the heart of the singularity... Led by longtime songwriters and performers, Dr. Nicholas Polys (Jugbusters) and Chris Burgoyne (DoublePlusGood, Java Brothers and Jugbusters), Timewave Zero brings original music that you'll swear you've heard before but still feels fresh and unique. Jason Tice (Flight One, Kerosene Willy and the Buck & Griz Show) keeps the beat rocking on drums, and newcomer to the band, Blake Miles, a Radford area jazz musician with several projects of his own, locks in solid bass lines, sure to reset some pacemakers. While playing mostly up tempo original music they also crush covers from bands ranging from Allman Bothers, Tom Petty, Grateful Dead, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, Son Seals, Weezer, or even Frank Zappa. This band has a little something for everyone. Bringing the energy and fun Floyd vibe, a Timewave show is always a night to remember!
Check out their music here!
https://www.reverbnation.com/timewavezerous

Free Show! Friday October 9th, 2026
TWO HEADED MONSTER
Four frontmen. Solid back-end groove architects. One explosive live show. Talking Cake seamlessly weaves the hyper-rhythmic art-punk of Talking Heads with the dry wit, deadpan flow, and iconic brass of Cake into a single, seamless, dance-floor-packing experience.

Dogtown is excited to welcome back this group of veteran area musicians. These perennial favorites will be sure to get all kinds of footwear scootin' on the dance floor!
Finding the groove from the past and taking it further. Jay Gladden and Matt Leonard join Bradley Carr, Timbo Sims and John McBroom to continue the journey that Red Weather started in the early ‘90s. We look forward to more Homespun Psychedelic Fun!!!!!!

Free Show! Friday, October 2nd 8PM
PHAT POCKET is a dynamic, high energy live band with more than 30 years combined experience in music performance, and band life. Built on seasoned musicianship, powerhouse vocals and a genuine love for entertaining, PHAT POCKET delivers much more than great music; they create an experience!
Their sound crosses generations and genres, blending classic R&B, Funk, Soul, old school favorites, dance and party anthems, along with hits from today into sets that connect with the crowd and keep the energy moving.

Free Show - 9/26/26 8:30PM
The Wildlife delivers original funk, soul, and R&B alongside select, unexpected covers designed for both body and soul. Founded by guitarist and vocalist Richie Marso, the project blends deep groove, soulful vocals, and genre-spanning guitar work rooted in rock, reggae, soul, and funk.
Joining Richie are Janiah Allen (Father Sun, Solazo, Music Road Co, etc.) on bass, Jake Thomas (Spoon Fight, Music Road Co, The Ambassador) on drums, and Nyo Allen (Father Sun, Groove Central Station, Solazo, Music Road Co, etc.) on keys, creating a dynamic, groove-heavy lineup. The Wildlife often features rotating guest musicians, keeping each performance fresh, danceable, and alive.

Free Show! Friday, September 25th 8PM
Dogtown welcomes back one of our favorites and one of SW VA's premier show bands! High energy entertainers bringing originals + music artists such as The Band, Bruno Mars, Dua Lipa, Elton John, Journey, John Mayer, Bee Gees, Stones, Cure, Chicago, Steely Dan, Eagles and more!! Est: '92

Born and raised in Asheville, Andrew Scotchie is everything rock-n-roll was meant to be: sweaty, soul-stirring, a little dangerous, and absolutely alive. With the fire of the Stones, the blues of Lightnin’ Hopkins, and the message of a punk-fueled preacher, Scotchie and his band have become a staple of the Southeast music scene. He’s shared stages with legends, crowd-surfed dive bars, and continues to craft his unique sound. His latest record, Love Is Enough, is a love letter to connection, chaos, and keeping your heart open in a world gone sideways.

More press: https://www.andrewscotchiemusic.com/press

Free Show! Saturday, September 12th 8PM

Celebrating the release of their 2026 album "radish", these self described bluegrass-ish musicians will be bringing their own style to the Dogtown stage. While reminiscent of bands like early Yonder Mountain String band, Leftover Salmon, Greensky Bluegrass and The Infamous Stringdusters. with high energy jamming and superb vocal harmonies, they will stand apart as a force on their own. You don't want to miss these folks!

Friday September 11th 8:00 PM $5.00 Cover

Father Sun is a multigenerational force in Psychedelic Reggae, born from the deep-rooted bond of a father and son rhythm section. Anchored by thunderous bass lines and drenched in cosmic effects, their sound pushes the boundaries of reggae into a new dimension. Each member brings a distinct musical voice, creating an eclectic fusion that’s both grounded in tradition and fearlessly experimental. More than just performances, their shows are immersive journeys—celebrations of rhythm, spirit, and connection.
Step into the radiant world of Father Sun, where music becomes a portal to unity, joy, and transformation. Let the vibrations move you and the message lift you—this is more than sound; it’s a movement.
About the Musicians: Each member of Father Sun brings their own unique flair to the performances. Janiah Allen holds down the low end on the bass, providing a combination of steady root notes, syncopated rhythms, and melodic fills, adding depth and movement to the music. Janiah’s son, Nyo Allen, offers his exceptional drumming skills, bringing life to Father Sun’s beats and creating a tight, cohesive groove with his father on bass. On lead guitar, Aram Skenderian adds a touch of virtuosity to the mix with tasty solos that complement the rhythmic elements and enhance the overall vibe. The band often invites additional talented musicians for live performances and studio recordings and can be seen backing other reggae artists from outside the region.

Free Show! Friday Sept 4th 8PM
A local favorite since 1979 in some form or another, The Rarely Available band is an area group that covers many genres of music (Country, Country Rock, Blues, Bluegrass, Jazz, 50/60/70 Rock, and Texas swing). This group brings many originals and has a great underground following. They specialize in strong vocals and tight harmony.
Always a pleasure when these guys grace our stage. Another night you don't want to pass up at Dogtown!

Free Show

The Big Debbies are an energetic rock, funk, and jazz-fusion trio based out of Bent Mountain, Virginia. Formed in January 2024, the band features Matty Dub on drums, Tommy Noland on baritone electric guitar and mono synth, and Burly on bass. A little rock, a little phunky, jazzy fun. Not your average normies!

Saturday | $8 Door | 8:30pm

Hailing from Asheville, North Carolina, Buddhagraph Spaceship integrates elements of rock, funk, americana, and jazz fusion through technical improvisation to create a dynamic sound. They are sonic shapeshifters, taking their audiences on a journey through their song’s stories. Guided by melodies and driven by complex rhythms, they create unique soundscapes that are both familiar and raw.
Buddhagraph’s eclectic sound catapults them into a genre-less space, focusing on creating a sensory experience for listeners to lose themselves and in doing so wake up to the world.

You've been asking for some variety and local acts and we heard you! Please come out and support these local artists who will bring their best to the Dogtown stage.

First we'll start out with a local favorite from Outer Space, Buffalo Mountain Brewery and 5 Mile Mountain Distillery, Dan Fox. Dan has focused the last ten years or so on playing stripped down folk style music (sometimes referred to as vaguely folkish alternative rock). He has lived in Southwest Virginia his whole life, playing guitar, singing, and writing songs since he was a teenager. A superb voice and hypnotic acoustic guitar will kick off the night right!

Next, DoublePlusGood will take the stage. DOUBLEPLUSGOOD is the acoustic bluegrass duo of Chris Burgoyne (Timewave Zero) and Wayne Frye, based in Radford, Virginia. Rooted in the classic two-part harmony tradition of the Louvin Brothers and Monroe Brothers, Chris and Wayne deliver tight, close-harmony singing paired with deft acoustic guitar and mandolin interplay. Their repertoire draws from the deep well of traditional bluegrass while reaching forward into the progressive newgrass sound of legendary ensembles such as the Seldom Scene and the Bluegrass Album Band. The result is a performance that feels both timeless and alive—familiar to longtime bluegrass fans yet fresh enough to bring in first-time listeners. Whether playing a listening room, a festival stage, a winery, a brewery tap room, or a private event, DOUBLEPLUSGOOD brings an intimate, acoustic experience that connects directly with audiences. As a duo they offer flexibility of setup, professional sound, and an authentic mountain-music spirit.

Bringing the energy to the dance floor for the end of the evening, a young stand-out Luke King, will come to us with Brett Rader on percussion and Andrew Stanich on the stand up bass.

Luke King is a 17 year old musician from Southwest Virginia with a sound that's honest, real, passionate and well beyond his years.

He plays a mix of country, folk, rock, blues, and Americana, shaping each performance to fit the room. Whether it's a stripped down country song or electrifying rock song, he focuses on making every set genuine and engaging.

His voice is gritty, soulful, and often catches people off guard, making them stop and listen. His sound has drawn comparisons to many of the greats. While as a songwriter he has been touted as a prolific writer.

Still early in his career, he's building a reputation as a dependable performer who respects the roots of the music while adding his own style.

Free Show! 8:30 PM - 11:30PM
Coyote Rodeo is an Asheville, North Carolina–based experimental bluegrass band built around the songwriting of John Colby Elswick (guitar/banjo), Chad Brown (mandolin) and Connor Kozlosky (Guitar).

Featuring Jackson Weldon on dobro and pedal steel and Brad Poplin on bass, the band blends deep-rooted tradition with expansive arrangements, improvisation, and modern edge.

With driving rhythms, dynamic live energy, and a sound that stretches beyond the boundaries of acoustic music, Coyote Rodeo is carving out its place in the next wave of bluegrass — equally at home in listening rooms, theaters, and festival fields.

Vicker Switch is a high-energy three-piece classic rock band from Pulaski, Virginia, bringing decades of experience and a passion for live music to every performance. Playing crowd favorites spanning the 1960s through the 1990s, the band delivers a fun mix of timeless rock and roll, strong musicianship, and dance-worthy energy. Having played together for more than 35 years, Vicker Switch knows how to keep audiences singing along, dancing, and enjoying a great night out.

Jerry Garcia touched so many lives in his time on earth. Celebrate his music with the quintessential Grateful Dead band, The Kind!

The Kind, a Blacksburg based folk-rock band, is familiar to anyone who has passed through the New River Valley in the last forty years. Formed in 1986, The Kind plays in a variety of styles that ranges from classic rock, R&B, and jazz to bluegrass and country; however, the arena which they most frequently blend their diverse influences is their huge melting pot of Grateful Dead covers. Over the years, The Kind has been privileged to perform with the likes of Jorma Kaukonen (Jefferson Airplane & Hot Tuna), Rick Danko (The Band), Merle Saunders (The Jerry Garcia Band), The New Riders of the Purple Sage, and Jefferson Airplane. The Kind combines strong lead vocals and harmonies together with intertwining melodies and soulful rhythmic grooves to produce a fun, flowing and danceable experience. They are equally at home in a laid-back acoustic setting or a high-energy electric experience.

The Mad Iguanas are a jam rock band from Salem, VA formed in 2009 by brothers Foster and Daniel Burton. Featuring Henry Lazenby on guitar and Brian McKee on drums, the band blends original music with improvisational influences from the Grateful Dead and Widespread Panic. Their songs are rooted in real life — written about their lives and friends, for their friends. The Mad Iguanas have played stages including FloydFest and The Harvester, bringing soulful jams and hometown energy everywhere they go.

Join us for a free show! Now please listen to the following announcement.

“Attention passengers…

This is your conductor speaking. We’d like to welcome you aboard Groove Central Station — your nonstop line to deep pockets, slick rhythms, and brass-driven soul. Our engines are powered by keys, guitar, bass, and drums, with saxophone and trumpet riding first class to keep the horns hot and the groove on schedule.

From timeless funk covers to original tracks forged right here in the engine room, this train runs on nothing but feel. Expect tight turns through funk-laced solos, heavy cargo loads of bass, and rhythms that don’t just move — they transport.

So stow your baggage, loosen your shoulders, and mind the gap between you and the dance floor.

All aboard. The next stop is Groove Central Station — and this train doesn’t make quiet entrances“

Mountain Walrus • Friday 8pm
$8 day of show, at the door

Mountain Walrus plays big energy, high vibing funk rock, sewn tight and jammed out. Foster Burton, singer, songwriter, and guitarist, is a workingman’s rockstar, playing over 100 gigs per year, with Mountain Walrus fast becoming his foremost creative vehicle. Ben Hite, a keyboard wizard who also contributes lead and backing vocals, electrifies the deep grooves. Mason Jennelle blends decades of drumming nuance with backing vocals and a performative style that makes him a show unto himself atop the throne. Daniel Kuder rounds out the rhythm section, amplifying a fresh low end until it shakes. Ryan Ratliff sanctifies the Mountain Walrus sound with saxophone, adding brassy dazzle and seductive mystique. If original songwriting, improvised jamming, and funky grooving music is your thing, then get out to the next Mountain Walrus show for two sets of new music, mixed with unexpected covers and peaking jams.

Come out for a free show with the Freak Rangers! Finding the groove from the past and taking it further. Jay Gladden and Matt Leonard join Bradley Carr, Timbo Sims and John McBroom to continue the journey that Red Weather started in the early ‘90s. We look forward to more Homespun Psychedelic Fun!

Free Show

The Joel McGlothlin Quartet brings a night of hard-swinging jazz to Floyd. Through improvisation and musical interaction, the group adds its own modern, high-energy twist to classic material from artists such as Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and Thelonious Monk. For the performance at Dogtown, Joel McGlothlin (guitar, vocals) and Bobby Gramacy (bass) are joined by Roanoke music-scene staple Ryan Ratliff (saxophone) and drummer Matt Shay (CopyCat Syndrome).

Saturday | Free Show | 8:30pm

Get ready for a Fourth of July celebration packed with red, white, blue, and rock ‘n’ roll. Kerosene Willy brings its signature freestyle roots sound to Dogtown for a night of fireworks-worthy jams, deep grooves, and all-American good vibes.

Kerosene Willy is Freestyle Rock ‘n’ Roll Roots Music at its finest. With origins in the jam and blues scene in St. Louis, Kerosene Willy has been churning up grooves for more than a quarter century. Blending Rock, Blues, Jazz, Country, Bluegrass, Funk, and World Beat, the Willy has been doing its “Jam-Band” thing since before there was barely even a term for it. Expect a high-energy summer throwdown perfect for celebrating Independence Day Floyd-style.

Friday | Free Show | 8:30pm

Welcoming to our stage, the Cheat Mountain Riders!

Cheat Mountain riders are an Appalachian born and
raised power trio. From deep in the hollers of West Virginia CMR rides forth to rock and soul. Inspired by those before them
they brew an elixir of rock, blues, funk and soul to create musical alchemy Funkalachian if you will. The band generates a sonic atmosphere by harnessing the mysteries of the mountains. Cultivating their sound with fertile grounds of their roots.