(Newport, KY)—(8/15/24)—Coming to the area on September 29, 2024, the Mammoth Music and Arts Festival has just announced its 2024 lineup. Local musicians will create a mix of genres from rock to hip-hop, bluegrass, country and DJs, offering something for everyone. MAMMOTH will transform Newport’s 6th Street between Monmouth and Saratoga Streets into a vibrant wonderland of music, art and unforgettable FUN. From 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Headliners include: Jason Carter Band, Taylor Hunnicutt, War Curse, Freekbass and Brother Smith.
Joining these headliners is a dynamic roster of talent including: Jess Lamb / Siri Imani, The Hiders, The Lions Rampant, 2-22s, Smokin’ Zeus, Animal Crackers, Jamie Carr Band, Veronica Grim, Blessed Black, Luke Windland, Michael Williams, Josh Eagle, Ryan Malott, Joe’s Truck Stop, Brother Smith and more!
Morrella Raleigh, owner of Southgate House Revival, comments, “We are so excited to announce this lineup for the first annual Mammoth Music & Arts Festival. We will be hosting over 25 talented musicians and DJs from a variety of music genres across four stages. The event will feature some of the best and most promising talent in the Tri-State area, as well as several touring acts. We look forward to a great day in Newport and welcome everyone to join us!”
“Events like the MAMMOTH Music & Arts Festival are a great way to showcase our region’s artistic talent and are only possible through strong partnerships with local businesses, artists and community organizers,” said Julie Kirkpatrick, President and CEO of meetNKY. “Our region’s rich arts scene is a big reason we’ve been able to offer experiences like BLINK and attract interest from world-renowned events like the Sundance Film Festival.”
Attendees can listen to guest speakers tell stories and read excerpts from “Stories for Shorty: A Collection of Recollections from The Jockey Club 1982-1988” taking place on the Hofbräuhaus Lounge stage at the Southgate House Revival from 1pm-8pm. Join us for performances by musicians and friends from the scene, with “Handsome” Clem Carpenter as your emcee, and live sets from: The Tigerlilies, The Idle Aires, Spiderhand, The Ric Hickey Trio, Pedro-X and DJ Grover Smith spinning records!
Festival goers will also get a preview of Aurore Press’ upcoming book, It’s a Freakshow Ace!: Punk Flyer Art for the Legendary Jockey Club 1982-1988 by Kelli Evans. This book is a comprehensive collection of punk flyer art from the legendary Jockey Club and a celebration of the club’s pivotal role in shaping the Midwest punk scene. The compilation features over 370 bands that graced the Jockey Club stage and includes original paste-ups, tickets, calendars, concert photos, local zine ads, and more.
The MAMMOTH Music and Arts Festival is a free public event made possible by the generous support of area businesses and individuals. “I chose to participate as a stage sponsor because I am proud to be part of the community here in Newport! This festival brings together local residents and people from across the region to provide fun and entertainment for the whole family. An event like this will bring attention to all that Newport has to offer and benefit the entire community,” comments Jennifer Leibel of Hummel and Leible Insurance.
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