The line-up for this years Smilefest has been finalized. The event will be held next weekend, May 29 June 1, at Van Hoy Farms in Union Grove, NC. New additions to the roster include ModeReko and the Sam Bush Band as well as a mandolin workshop featuring David Grisman and Tony Williamson. Other performers include Acoustic Syndicate, Karl Densons Tiny Universe, Col. Bruce Hampton & the Codetalkers, Garaj Mahal, David Grisman Quintet, The Larry Keel Experience (featuring Vassar Clements), Leftover Salmon, MOFRO, Perpetual Groove, Keller Williams, Moonshine Still, Barefoot Manner and G-13, among others. Tickets remain on sale.
For complete details, visit www.smilefest.com.
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Line-up for Smilefest Finalized; ModeReko, Sam Bush Band Confirmed
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