SUMMER SERIES 2008 Lazar Bear and Magic Hat Brewery presents 4 summer concert events at The WaterHole
Roots of Creation, July 26 - Sat
Bolstered by a sense of it's own colorful history and urged onward by the promise of a fruitful future, Roots of Creation approaches it's 4th year of full-time touring having evolved into a musical force of nature. With a hard-working ethic and an arsenal of upbeat, substantial songs, Roots of Creation have ascended to the top of their profession by putting their fans first and doing business with focus and respect. Writers, DJs, venue owners, and booking agents alike have joined ROC's steadily growing army of fans in heaping praise upon the New Hampshire quartet, and not just for the music - the band has forged a unique connection with their listeners that provides concert attendees with a highly personal experience. They also walk the walk when it comes to social and environmental activism. Having raised money for many causes. { www.rootsofcreation.com }
Pulse Prophets, August 16 - Sat.
With a powerful groove and conscious lyrics this Vermont Reggae Band pack the dance floor with Positive Vibes. With a powerful groove and conscious lyrics, the Pulse Prophets pack the dancefloor with Positive Vibes. Their influences include: Bob Marley, Spearhead, and the Talking Heads to name a few. The Pulse Prophets sound is an organic and celestial fusion of Funk, Reggae, Hip Hop, Latin, and Afro-beat, with a touch of Electronica. Their mission: to elevate your mind and shake your behind! { www.pulseprophets.com }
Spiritual Rez, August 22 - Fri.
SPIRITUAL REZ is a 7-piece reggae horn funk dance party that has been tirelessly touring the country while commanding an extremely unique and high energy sound. Since 2003, the band has shared the stage with internationally touring acts such as Culture, Gregory Isaacs, Jimmy Buffett, Israel Vibration, Buju Banton and Jamaican Legends The Skatalites. They have also been lucky enough to play shows featuring Bernie Worrell (founding Parliamant Funkadelic member and keys for the Talking Heads) ..boards. Their EP, RISING IN THE EAST was released independantly in 2006 and the band plans a live album in the summer. {www.spiritualrez.com }
Blue Method, August 30 - Sat
The Blue Method has shared the stage with the likes of Soulive, Chick Corea, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, The Benevento Russo Duo, Ozomatli, John Legend, Little Feat, Oteil Burbridge (Allman Brothers Band), Leela James, The Disco Biscuits, and Ween. They have also managed to sell over 7000 copies of their album "Kill the Music, Vol 1", which is no small task for a completely independent act. In 2005 The Blue Method was named "Best New Act" by the Home Grown Music Network. Their song "Don't They" holds the record as the all time #1 funk song at Garageband.com. In 2005 they also won the annual Relix Magazine Jam-off award. The Blue Method now averages over 150 shows a year. { www.thebluemethod.com }