A brainchild of Jay Goldberg Events and Entertainment and Jam Productions, Summer Camp Music Festival is by far one of the most consistent and growing music festivals within the jam scene. With a humble beginning that boasted a line up that included only 11 bands in 2001, Summer Camp has become all the talk of the town in Chillicothe, IL as it brings together (thus far) 37 bands this forthcoming festival season. Launching possible career defining performances by some lesser-known bands, the Memorial Day Weekend (May 23 – 25) festival proves to remain true to its central genre hub and fan base.
A crucial factor in the growth and success of Summer Camp is the recurring appearance of the band moe. since the first year. With the familiarity of a ‘house band’ over the course of the holiday weekend, Summer Camp has been able to grow in numbers by setting a standard with both its festival attendee audience and relations within the entertainment industry. Adding acts such as Keller Williams, Umphrey’s McGee and Cornmeal over the last couple years have added to the growing promise to maintain a festival that intends to stay rooted in customer service and quality delivery to its core.
As we prepare for our festival coverage down in Three Sister Park, we look to the bands that will shape the energy and drive behind one of this season most talked about get-togethers. Attempting to grow in numbers and expand the music offered, festival avant-garde regulars The Flaming Lips and the much-lauded Avett Brothers will be amongst the newcomers amidst the weekend fanfare.
Retuning to the Campgrounds is the exclusive Kids Camp area for adults/parents to stay involved and active with their children during the weekend. Whether it is a costume parade or art activities, this years festival will revive the interplay area boasting exciting new additions.
Prior to the fest, we will let you know our score sheet of the anticipated acts and which of the 6 entertainment stages they can be found on.
Until then, stay tuned to TheRFW.com for daily updates on the must see bands and activities of this years Summer Camp Music Festival!!!!
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