The Backwoods at Mulberry Mountain 2019 Lineup! – Phase 2 of 2
The final phase 2 complete lineup for Backwoods at Mulberry Mountain is public!
Catch REZZ, Umphrey's McGee, Zeds Dead, G Jones, Lettuce, Space Jesus, and many many other jam band, bluegrass, and bass acts on the bill this year. Backwoods is home to an incredible amount of art installations in the woods and experiences that are one of a kind to Arkansas, deep in the Ozark National Forest. Come camp with us, and create an experience that will last a life time.
Tickets: http://backwoodsmusicfestival.com/tic...
Yonder Mountain String Band Announced For Thursday Night Pre-Party at Backwoods 2019!
Attendees who purchase a Thursday Early Arrival Pass this year are in for a special treat... for the first year in history, we are opening up the main stage on Thursday for a very special 2 hour set from none other than Yonder Mountain String Band!
YMSB has been redefining Bluegrass music for the past 20 years. With over 2100 shows under their belt, it's clear that their fans keep coming back for more of the band's unique twist on the traditional acoustic genre.
On their most recent studio album LOVE. AIN’T LOVE (2017), Rolling Stone described the project as “modern bluegrass and punctuated by genre-jumping excursions into world music, reggae and all points in between."
Thursday night's festivities don't end there: Subkulture and Counter Collective have also teamed up and curated some acts just for you: Moon Man, DJ Blac, and PhLo will be keeping the party going at the CounterKulture Soundcamp!
Get your tickets for Backwoods at Mulberry Mountain 2019 (and the Thursday Night Pre-Party) HERE...
INTRODUCING THE COUNTERKULTURE SOUNDCAMP
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
We would like to present to you all the COUNTERKULTURE Soundcamp! Our good friends over at Subkulture and Counter Collective have put together an AMAZING experience for all of our attendees to enjoy in 2019.
Featuring a brand new stage, new exclusive camping area, 20+ performances from brand new acts, a Sunday morning breakfast, and a Swag Bag with limited edition merchandise and Goodies from the Artists’ on the Lineup... there's a lot to be excited for at this year's COUNTERKULTURE Soundcamp.
Which artists will be performing you might ask? You'll have to wait until March 1st for our official Phase 2 Lineup announcement 😉...
ALL Backwoods attendees will have access to the new stage and over 20+ performances. To gain access to the exclusive campgrounds, Sunday morning breakfast, and the Swag Bag with limited edition merch, cop yourself a CounterKulture Soundcamp Add On for only $20 here: bit.ly/backwoods-tix
We'll see you at BACKWOODS!!
The Backwoods at Mulberry Mountain 2019 Lineup! - Phase 1 of 2
Phase 1 of the much anticipated 2019 Backwoods at Mulberry Mountain is finally out! More is still to come including additional headline acts! Artists announced so far include:
REZZ
Umphrey's McGee
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Lettuce
Space Jesus
Aqueous
Bleep Bloop
Boogie T
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EOTO
EPROM
Keller Williams
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Minnesota
Mystic Grizzly
Peekaboo
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong
PLS&TY
SQUNTO
The Infamous String Dusters
The Motet
Truth
Yheti
Arkansauce
Combsy
Couch Jackets
Dapolitiks
Dalton Richmond
Deep Sequence
Drifters Mile
El Dub
Escape Tones
Flintwick
Fluff
Fractal Sky
Glass Cannon
Groovement
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Jonteal
Kadela
Last Sayso
Lethal Cortex
Linear Symmetry
Meesh
M.o.b
MONTU
Motto
Mountain Sprout
NGHTWTCHR
Nugstufr
of faces
Recycled Funk
Refrakt
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Ryan Viser
Sn0wmass
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The Backwoods at Mulberry 2018 Lineup!
The complete lineup announcement for the much anticipated 2018 Backwoods at Mulberry Mountain is finally here. Artists on the lineup include:STS9GrizSnailsThe FlooziesAndy Frasco and the U.N.EmancipatorFigureJade CicadaMichal MenertModern MeasureMuzzy BearrPapadosioSpace JesusSunsquabiThe WerksYhetiZoogmaThazDope Records Late Night SetsAplsozBeardthugBrainrackCntrllaCut RugsDanny GroovesEazyBakedKirby BrightLodurrSaltySmithSmokestaxSpankaliciousArkansauceAttaBandikookCalliope MusicalsDalton RichmondDeep SequenceDon MegaEvixExit 9FlintwickFractal SkyGlass CannonGroovementHenna RosoHigher LearningKraangLinear SymmetryLYFTDMass RelayMeeshM.O.BNappy DreadNational Park RadioNo.Faces.Opal Agafia & The Sweet NothingsRecessRecycled FunkRolling FoliageRyan ViserShatter Worms FamilySpace4LeaseSpace KadetTank TopThe GetbyeThe 1 Oz. JigTrouble in the StreetsYokai
Backwoods at Mulberry 2018 - Phase 1 Lineup Announcement
The first lineup announcement for the much anticipated 2018 Backwoods at Mulberry Mountain is finally here. Artists on the lineup include:STS9The FlooziesAndy Frasco and the U.N.EmancipatorFigurePapadosioShallouSpace JesusSunsquabiThe WerksYhetiZoogmaThazDope Records Late Night SetsBeardthugDanny GroovesEazyBakedLodurrSmithSmokestaxSpankaliciousArkansauceBandikookCalliope MusicalsExit 9FlintwickFractal SkyGroovementM.O.BNational Park RadioOpal Agafia & The Sweet NothingsRolling FoliageRyan ViserSpace KadetThe GetbyeYokai
Illenium [Exclusive Interview]
San Francisco native Nick Miller, better known as Illenium's is one of Denver’s most talked about EDM artists. Illenium's began making electronic dance music in early 2008 and quickly became known for his production quality and content. Illenium's latest EP titled, Risen exemplifies just that.Illenium got his start on the scene when he released his 2013 debut self-titled EP with LA based record label, Prep School Recordings. Adding his own blend of intricate melodies and powerful rhythms into electronic dance music fuels his sound and makes him one of the most innovative acts within the EDM world. Since his debut self-titled EP, Illenium has touched the track's of many such as Flume, with his remix of "Say It."
Check out our exclusive interview with one of Colorado's finest.
- Introduce yourself to us!
My name is Nick Miller and I am Illenium
- If you could describe your music in one word, what would it be?
Emotive
- When did the group or project begin? Did you always know music was what you wanted to do?
The project began a little over 3 years ago. I didn’t always know that this was the path I wanted to go down. It started as just something I did for fun and became much more than that. I get a lot out of making music and now it’s something I don’t think I could ever give up.
- What musical genres do you most identify with?
Pretty much anything that’s really pretty and full of emotion. As long you can really feel the emotion behind the song I can get into any genre. I particularly love vocal based music.
- At the moment, what artist or group in the industry have your attention?
Flume’s music has been really inspirational for me lately. He always pushes the envelope and that makes me strive to be more experimental in my own music.
- How do you hope your music influences your fans?
My main goal is just to get people to feel something when they hear my work. I hope people can make it out to one of my shows especially the headlining ones. My fans are amazing and I think it's really something special when you are surrounded by people that all feel connected to the music on a deeper level.
- Should we be expecting new tracks from an upcoming album or EP at Backwoods?
Maybe! I’ve got a few tunes in the works right now that are almost ready to go. I’ve just wrapped up my first headlining tour so it's been hard to get music finished while traveling so much. I’ll have some more time to get work done in the studio now that it's over, so hopefully I’ll have some new songs ready soon.
- Heading Backwoods a festival with such an eclectic music lineup and diverse headlining acts Nero, Big Gigantic, Nahko & MFTP, MOE. & many more, what do you see yourself bringing to the performance to make it stand out?
I try to play as much of my own music as possible so I think that stands out from a lot of DJ’s that are playing. I also play a live set with a drum pad and keyboard. I think this can really help you stand out. I just try to do my own thing and let the music do the work.
- How has your music changed over time? Reflect on the past two years.
I think a big thing that's been changing in my music is just the sound quality. The more you practice something the better you get and I feel like I’ve learned a lot about how to get something to really sound good. I try to keep my music pretty eclectic and not get bogged down in one genre which really helps me not get creatively stuck.
- Where and how do you work? Are there places or environments you draw inspiration form more than others?
I like producing stuff in my studio at home but recently I’ve been getting used to producing while on the road. Music is always on my mind and I’m always just trying to get ideas down. I draw a lot of inspiration from vocals. When I hear a really good vocal the music just rushes out of me. I’ve produced a lot of songs that had vocals sung over them after they were finished but I really feel like things happen a lot faster when I get a vocal that I really love. I also spend a lot of time in the outdoors with my girlfriend and best friends and I feel like that keeps me centered.
- If we turned on the stereo in your car, truck or tour bus, what tracks would start playing? Any favorite jams you want to turn us on too?
There’s a good chance you’d hear anything from Eden, Porter Robinson, Flume to some Blink 182 or 30 Seconds to Mars. I try to stay current though and I’m always checking out new music from people I’ve never heard of before. Recently I’ve been really stoked on Graves. His recent collab with Rickyxsan has been one of my favorite tunes to play out live.
- Is there anything (besides music) you are passionate about?
I really love movies. Going out to the movies is one of my favorite activities.
- What is your favorite aspect about making music?
Probably just getting out of my head and losing myself in the creation process. I get a kind of high when I make something that I really am proud of. And then getting to share it with everyone is always really fun too.
- Any news we should know about? Anything you want to spill the beans about?
I just recently teamed up with Electric Family to release a shirt and bracelet that goes to a really great nonprofit called Charity Water. My girlfriend is an environmental studies major and her main focus is clean water. Its one of the biggest problems our world has facing us and Charity Water is doing really great work. I really hope the release is a big success so that we can raise a substantial amount of money for the organization and make people more aware of the issue. If you want to find out more about the organization you should check them out here http://www.charitywater.org/about/
- Besides your hometown fans, which city audience stands out and gives back the maximum amount of love?
It’s hard to determine which feels more like a hometown when comparing Denver and San Francisco. I grew up in SF but live in Denver now and both areas show so much love. I think outside of that, pretty much all of California and the Pacific Northwest have been amazing. Its really hard to say though because there’s been so much love in cities all over the country. Chicago, Minneapolis and New York are also definitely up there with cities that have shown incredible support. There’s still a lot of places I need to make it out to.
- What instruments do or have you enjoyed playing and incorporating in the producing possess? One of my favorite instruments that I incorporate in almost all of my music are Taiko drums. Its a group of different Japanese drums that are really cinematic and just epic sounding. My drumpad that I bring with me to all my shows is all different Taiko drum samples. I love the vibe they create.
- Do you like attending music festivals as a patron? If so what was or some of the last events you attended.
Yeah definitely! I love being able to check out so many different artists in such a short period of time. Festivals definitely all have their own unique feeling and its been really cool to be able to check out so many different events. One of my favorites recently was Paradiso. Not only was the crowd amazing but the Gorge in one of the best venues out there.
Big Gigantic [Exclusive Interview]
Big Gigantic, whose blend of mind---bending beats, thunderous bass and frenetic melodies has developed a rabid following since forming in 2008, have quickly become one of the most celebrated acts in live music.The duo’s latest full-length album, 2014’s The Night Is Young—the fifth album by Boulder, CO-based saxophonist/producer Dominic Lalli and drummer Jeremy Salken— saw their sound hit another dimension with its eclectic mix of tracks spanning from electronic and dance to hip-hop and electro soul.In 2015, Big Gigantic released the singles “Get On Up,” which saw great success having been featured on the hit FOX TV series “So You Think You Can Dance?,” in a national Mountain Dew commercial and in the trailer for the Robert DeNiro/Zac Efron film Dirty Grandpa, and “Good Times Roll (with GRiZ),” which was showcased on ABC TV’s “Dancing With the Stars.” 2016 is off to a big start with the release of their new song, “The Little Things” featuring vocals from UK singer-songwriter Angela McCluskey.With a provocative sound that's as thoughtful as it is danceable, Big Gigantic weaves whirling melodies into addictive beats and samples that wouldn't sound out of place on a Kanye West or LCD Soundsystem single. No genre is off - limits for Big Gigantic, whose breakthrough sound channels everything from funk and dub - step to house and hip - hop.PS - After reading the interview, make sure you enter here for a chance to win a signed sax and view their set from the side stage at Backwoods Music Festival this year!1. If you could describe your music in one word, what would it be?- That is completely impossible Hahahaha. The only response I have for ya here is MUSIC! :)2. What music do YOU most identify with?- Artists, fans and the music itself.3. At the moment, what artists in the music industry have your attention?- Been checking out the latest Flume record and Katrynada record quite a bit.4. Should we be expecting new music from you at Backwoods?- Yes! Our new album may be out right around that time so we'll be playing a bunch of it for sure.5. How has your music changed over time, reflecting on the past few years?- It's changed in lots of ways. It's changed melodically and harmonically to become more mature I think. Our next record has a vocalist or a rapper on almost every track so that is definitely something we haven't done much of in the past. We're excited about the growth for sure.6. Where and how do you work? Are there places, locations, or environments you draw inspiration from more than others?- I work anywhere and everywhere but mostly at my home studio which is Colorado so lots of inspiration to draw from on the home front for sure. Also playing festivals with other acts u get to catch what other acts are up to which is super inspiring as well.7. If you could collaborate with one artist from the past who would it be, and why?- Miles Davis because he was such an innovator and ahead of his time8. Any upcoming news we should watch up for? Anything you want to spill the beans about?- Our new record is coming out end of August beginning of September, so be on the lookout for that!
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New Features at Backwoods Music Festival 2016
Backwoods Music Festival is returning this year with even more amazing features to enhance the attendee experience! The festival will feature four new bars including an interactive castle themed bar in the woods, easily accessible to campers. In addition get lost inside the largest hay maze you have ever seen (over 25,000 square feet). As you make your way to the center of the maze you will end your adventure at the bar for a drink! On top of this, there will be a beer garden where attendees can get their drink on and enjoy the sweet tunes on the beach with ultimate shading. It doesn't stop there; grab an ice cold drink at the end of your shopping endeavors from the beer garden on the !vending strip.
Forever Young by Morgan Ganem
The 2016 Backwoods Music Festival Anthem, "Forever Young" by Morgan Ganem is the feel good song of the summer. The young Tulsa-based artist has been captivating audiences throughout the United States with his original electronic music and amazing energy on stage. He began entertaining at the young age of eight and became the front man of his own band at the age of eleven. Morgan's unique style and easy to work with attitude ultimately led him to making his debut at Backwoods Music Festival in 2014.
When asked to write the official anthem for Backwoods, Morgan pulled inspiration from his past experiences at the festival. Morgan talks about the song and how it captures the essence of Backwoods in his interview linked below as well as in the songs lyrics. "When I was a kid I wanted to be bigger, older, now that I am older, I want to be a kid again." People go to Backwoods to forget all of their troubles, to be a kid, that's what "Forever Young" is about. To check out the full interview with Morgan Ganem click here. To hear "Forever Young" the Official Anthem of the Backwoods Music Festival click here.