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.