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WELCOME! Hi Folks.

Welcome to DelFest. seems impossible that this is the 10th annual event. I’m grateful and humbled that you continue to support what we do, and hope you appreciate the effort and time that goes into an event like this.

Leading up to this year’s festival, we’ve been focusing heavily on the theme of “Family Reunion” and to us that’s what DelFest is. We see many familiar faces each year, some that have been coming to shows for 20+ years, along with some of our newer family - folks from local government, fans, friends, and supporters (especially the ones we call Del’s Army). We feel very fortunate that choosing the town of Cumberland brought you into our lives. We are glad to know each and everyone of you, and want to say a tremendous thank you for all of your support.

While community is a big part of it, the music is where it starts. We are glad to have some of your favorites from the first nine DelFests back this year including Band, , , and our ever-present emcee, Joe Craven. We are also excited to bring our good friend and his wonderful band to DelFest for the first time. We also have a few special surprises in store for you that we hope will make number 10 unforgettable.

So, let me close by saying, remember we are all Family. We are joined by the love of music and community. I ask that you please keep that in mind as you go through the weekend and treat everyone like family... that’s what I’m going to do. Let’s have a good time, stay safe, and make a lot of memories.

Sincerely, Del McCoury and the entire McCoury Family

1. TABLE OF CONTENTS Download a PDF of this entire program to 1 Welcome your phone at 4-5 In Memoriam delfest.com/program 7 Thursday Stage Schedule 7 DelFest Radio 7 Off-Site Parking Shuttle 8 Friday Stage Schedule 11 Saturday Stage Schedule 12 Sunday Stage Schedule 15 Late Nights 16-17 Workshops, Guests, Yoga 18-19 Trolley 20 KidZone: Activites, Presenters 22 Kids Registration 22 Model Trains 25 Art & Craft Fair 26-27 Festival Map 28 Festival Cuisine 29 Beverages 31 Merchandise Tent/Lost & Found 31 DelFest Foundation Raffle 32 Recycling 32 Canp Traction, Love Hope Strength 34-47 Artist Bios 49 Special Thanks 50-51 Festival Guidelines, Celebrate Safely 52 Partners

Cover art by Mollie B. Creative | Program design by Steve Adams

DELFEST SOCIAL

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IN MEMORIAM

Eric Squire Known to his friends as “E. Squire, Esquire,” Eric was a much beloved soul who meant so much to so many of us connected with DelFest. “He had the first idea for us to have a festival partnered with High Sierra which has now become DelFest. Who knows if there would be a DelFest without Eric. He was our conduit,” reflects Ronnie McCoury. Eric was there in the early nineties when the burgeoning bluegrass scene in Boulder, CO birthed bands like and Yonder Mountain String Band. Eric’s passion for this music had him criss-crossing the country to see his favorite acts which always included the Del McCoury Band. His friendship with so many musicians transcended time and geography. He would show up in places from New York to , Baltimore to Boulder. His intellect, wit, and humor kept his friends engaged, but his true passion was unveiled while the music was playing on the dance floor - his signature Chuck Taylors keeping his body swirling and whirling. He was incredibly proud to see his longtime friends come together and create DelFest, a festival for Del McCoury and his family. He made it his business to attend each year, even in failing health. We dedicate this year’s festival to his memory. May he always be dancing to the music for eternity. He will be dearly missed and remembered.

G.C. McCoury It is with a heavy heart that I send along the sad news of the passing of Grover McCoury II on February 27, 2017. Affectionately known by the family as G.C., he was born on February 14, 1930 and was 87 years old.

Uncle G.C. was my father’s first musical teacher, showing him chords at the age of nine years old. In the early days Dad and G.C. would play and sing in their Missionary Baptist church. By the late 1940s, G.C. was playing in Hillbilly bands in and around the local area of York County, PA. He was a talented musician and strong singer with quite a vocal range. It was during this time that he discovered this new music from the that was, in his words, “hot as fire!” It didn’t have a name yet but would eventually be called Bluegrass. He said, “It hit me and Del pretty hard.” When G.C., who was nine years older and could buy 78 records, brought home 4. Flatt & Scruggs’s 1951 recording of “Roll In My Sweet Baby’s Arms” my Dad’s life was changed forever. ’ s playing captivated Dad and he had to learn to play the banjo and G.C. had to learn Bluegrass guitar rhythm. My dad said he wore the 78 records’ hole oblong playing it over and over figuring out Earl’s playing. They would play together till G.C. got married and started a family and Dad began playing with Keith Daniels. This would put my dad on his musical journey which continues to this day.

Uncle G.C. would continue to play music mainly as a hobby and in church with his younger brother Jerry McCoury and his son Grover Cleveland lll through the 1970s. Uncle G.C. always had a loving and kind spirit and a wonderful smile to greet you. He indirectly influenced my and my brother Rob’s lives by being the catalyst for my Dad and for this I am so grateful.

Because of our move to Nashville in 1992, our time was so limited with Uncle G.C. but I always looked forward to the McCoury family show at DelFest featuring G.C., Dad and Uncle Jerry. This is what I consider my roots in music and it was so rewarding to the family to have these moments. Fortunately, their sisters Elizabeth, Vivian, Jeanette and their families could always attend these wonderful special times too. So many people would come up to me throughout the year on the road and sincerely thank us for doing the McCoury family show. I know he’ll be there in spirit smiling and watching from above.

Uncle G.C. was a devoted Christian with the strongest of Faith. My Dad said, “He knows where he’s going and was ready to go.”

In loving memory and God Bless Grover Cleveland “G.C.” McCoury II

Ronnie McCoury and the McCoury Family / March 1, 2017

Kurt Moon Dedicated DelFest volunteer and devotee

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THURSDAY SCHEDULE GRANDSTAND

Del Band Soundcheck + 4:00pm Academy Band Scramble Winner 3:45 - 4:30pm

5:00pm Dead Man Winter feat. Dave Simonett 4:45 - 6:00pm 6:00pm

River Whyless 7:00pm 6:35 - 7:50pm POTOMAC STAGE + DELFEST MUSIC HALL 8:00pm OPEN FRIDAY! Steep Canyon Rangers 9:00pm 8:25 - 9:40pm

10:00pm The Del McCoury Band & Friends w/ Dan Auerbach, 11:00pm , Preservation Horns & 10:15 - 11:55pm

DELFEST RADIO Tune in to 90.1 FM to hear live music from the Grandstand Stage right at your campsite! OFF-SITE PARKING SHUTTLE INFO

Free shuttles are provided to and from the festival for all single day ticket holders. The shuttle stop is located at the main entrance to the fairgrounds. Shuttles run continuously to and from the parking lots at the college.

7. FRIDAY SCHEDULE 8.

GRANDSTAND POTOMAC MUSIC HALL

10:00am

Kitchen Dwellers 11:00am Joe Craven 10:25 - 11:40am & The Sometimers Grand Ole' Ditch 11:00am - 12:05pm 11:00 - 12:15pm 12:00pm

River Whyless 12:15 - 1:30pm 1:00pm Cris Jacobs 12:35 - 1:45pm 12:50 - 2:05pm

2:00pm

Sierra Hull Fruition 2:15 - 3:30pm 2:05 - 3:35pm 3:00pm Dead Winter Carpenters 2:45 - 4:00pm

4:00pm Cabinet 4:05 - 5:20pm Dead Man Winter feat. Dave Simonett The Gibson Brothers Trio 5:00pm 4:15 - 5:45pm 4:30 - 5:45pm

6:00pm

The Del McCoury Band 7:00pm 6:00 - 7:45pm

8:00pm

9:00pm

Trey Anastasio Band 10:00pm (2 sets) 8:30 - 11:55pm

11:00pm FRIDAY SCHEDULE

GRANDSTAND POTOMAC MUSIC HALL

10:00am

Kitchen Dwellers 11:00am Joe Craven 10:25 - 11:40am & The Sometimers Grand Ole' Ditch 11:00am - 12:05pm 11:00 - 12:15pm 12:00pm

River Whyless Noam Pikelny 12:15 - 1:30pm 1:00pm Cris Jacobs 12:35 - 1:45pm 12:50 - 2:05pm

2:00pm

Sierra Hull Fruition 2:15 - 3:30pm 2:05 - 3:35pm 3:00pm Dead Winter Carpenters 2:45 - 4:00pm

4:00pm Cabinet 4:05 - 5:20pm Dead Man Winter feat. Dave Simonett The Gibson Brothers Trio 5:00pm 4:15 - 5:45pm 4:30 - 5:45pm

6:00pm

The Del McCoury Band 7:00pm 6:00 - 7:45pm

8:00pm

9:00pm

Trey Anastasio Band 10:00pm (2 sets) 8:30 - 11:55pm

11:00pm

SATURDAY SCHEDULE 11.

GRANDSTAND POTOMAC MUSIC HALL

10:00am Joe Craven Workshop 10:00 - 10:50am Grand Ole' Ditch 11:00am 10:15 - 11:25am 11:00am - 12:00pm The Ballroom Thieves 12:00pm 11:25am - 12:40pm Noam Pikelny 12:00 - 1:10pm 1:00pm Donna The Buffalo 12:40 - 1:55pm Head for the Hills 2:00pm Cris Jacobs 1:15 - 2:30pm 1:45 - 2:55pm

Hot Rize 3:00pm 2:25 - 3:40pm Sierra Hull 2:55 - 4:10pm Ghost of Paul Revere 4:00pm 3:30 - 4:40pm Band 4:15 - 5:30pm 5:00pm Kitchen Dwellers 4:45 - 6:00pm 6:00pm 5:15 - 6:25pm & 6:05 - 7:35pm 7:00pm The Broomestix Dead Winter Carpenters 6:40 - 8:05pm 7:00 - 8:15pm

8:00pm

Railroad Earth 9:00pm 8:15 - 9:45pm

10:00pm

The Travelin' McCourys 11:00pm w/ Special Guest 10:15 - 11:55pm SUNDAY SCHEDULE 12. GRANDSTAND POTOMAC MUSIC HALL

10:00am

Dré’s Gospel Collective 11:00am 10:30 - 11:45am Sara Watkins Joe Craven 11:00am - 12:15pm & The Sometimers 12:00pm 11:15am - 12:30pm

Billy Strings 12:15 - 1:30pm 1:00pm The Ballroom Thieves 12:45 - 2:00pm Ghost of Paul Revere 1:00 - 2:15pm 2:00pm Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives Head for the Hills 3:00pm 2:10 - 3:25pm & 2:30 - 3:45pm Ramblers Choice 2:50 - 4:05pm

4:00pm The Infamous Stringdusters The Broomestix 4:00 - 5:30pm 5:00pm 4:15 - 5:45pm Tim O'Brien 4:45 - 6:00pm

6:00pm The Del McCoury Band 6:00 - 7:30pm 7:00pm

8:00pm Leftover Salmon Peforming ’s “Harvest” 9:00pm 8:05 - 9:35pm

10:00pm

Gov't Mule 11:00pm 10:15 - 11:55pm

LATE NIGHTS IN THE DELFEST MUSIC HALL 15. Doors 11:30pm | $25 Each Night

THURSDAY Cabinet Fruition

FRIDAY Steep Canyon Rangers Donna The Buffalo

SATURDAY Leftover Salmon Red Knuckles & The Trailblazers

SUNDAY The Grateful Ball feat. Travelin’ McCourys w/ Jeff Austin Billy Strings

Late Night tickets can be purchased online during the festival at delfest.com, at the merchandise tent located in the main music meadow, or at the DelFest Music Hall the night of the show (subject to availability). We accept cash and credit card for Late Night ticket purchases. In order to purchase Late Night tickets, you must have a multi-day festival pass. Be sure to arrive at the Late Night shows with your Eventbrite print-at-home or mobile ticket ready and in hand for easy entry.

LATE NIGHT BOX OFFICE

Merchandise Tent: Thursday 4-10pm / Friday-Sunday 2-10pm DelFest Music Hall: Thursday-Sunday 11:30pm-2am WORKSHOPS, GUESTS & MORE

Thursday, 3:45 - 4:30pm | Grandstand The Del McCoury Band sound check set is back to kick things off followed by a tune from winner of The Academy Band Scramble!

Thursday, 10:15 - 11:55pm | Grandstand Talk about bringing out a few friends to play! Don’t miss out this special set from The Del McCoury Band featuring Dan Auerbach, Jon Fishman, Preservation Horns from New Orleans & Ronnie Bowman.

Saturday, 10:00 - 10:50am | Music Hall “Mashing up the Folk Tradition by Making it Your Own” with Joe Craven. Joe gives a workshop every year that validates the creative spirit in all of us. See how Joe interprets a tune or song by putting his own spin on it! Bring some ideas of your own, too!

Saturday, 10:15 - 11:55pm | Grandstand Dierks Bentley will join The Travelin’ McCourys.

Sunday, 10:00 - 10:50am | Music Hall Basic Bluegrass Jamming with . Bring your instrument! Only 4 chords required, G, C, D, A!

Sunday, 8:05 - 9:45pm | Grandstand Leftover Salmon will be performing a special rendition of Neil Young’s “Harvest” in its entirety. YOGA Prepare yourself for another glorious day at DelFest by connecting your mind, body and spirit. All classes are held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday and are open to all festival attendees. We are delighted to have musician Tom Kraemer from Yoga Live Music Experience return this year to accompany our instructors for Friday and Saturday’s classes. Adult classes will take place on the Southern Ballfield, across from Show Sherpa tents (see map). In the case of rain or mud, classes will be held in the DelFest Music Hall - enter side of building across from DELuxe camping.

Funky Flow: Fri. & Sat., 10:00-11:00am Caroline will guide you through traditional yoga poses and throw in some fun and funky variations to challenge your balance, focus your breath, and ease the kinks in your festy body! This class will be just the right combination of strength and stretch. 16. Jungle Yoga: Sat., 2:30-3:15pm | In the KidZone! Caroline will lead DelFest’s kids on an imaginary journey through the jungle, where she will guide the kids into yoga postures inspired by the animals, plants, trees and other things that you find in the jungle. The class will incorporate breathing techniques, a fun playlist, and a message of peace. All ages welcome!

Slow Mo Flow Sunday: Sun., 10:00-11:00am On Sunday, Caroline will really slow things down to get deep into those tight and tired muscles from the weekend. She will guide you through a very meditative practice, moving nice and slow, and end with some nice long twists and restorative holds.

Blissful Flow: Fri.-Sun., 11:15am-12:15pm Sheray will lead a rejuvenating vinyasa class connecting the breath to restore the mind, body and spirit. We will flow through poses like a dance to build heat and create space. This class will be a blissful balance between strengthening and stretching the muscles.

17. 18. 19. KIDZONE

Welcome DelFest kids! We are excited to bring you many fun and interactive games, activities and crafts! If this is your first year at DelFest, you are in for such a great time!

KidZone hours: Fri. -Sun. 9:00-11:30am & 1:00-7:00pm Please visit the KidZone for a posted list of daily activities and fun!

Grown-ups, please note: This is NOT childcare. Kids under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. *ALCOHOL, SMOKING OR GLASS IS ABSOLUTELY NOT PERMITTED ANYWHERE IN THE KIDS AREA. Shoes must be worn at all times. For the safety of our kids, this is strictly enforced. Thank you for understanding. Play at your own risk. ACTIVITIES/PRESENTERS Camille “Who?” Armstrong DelFest is excited to offer multiple fun-filled workshops from performing arts renaissance woman Camille Who? Armstrong. Kids and grownups alike can learn to sing, dance, act, drum and jump double-dutch all in one weekend from this NYC’s FAME School of the Arts graduate, former 10-year cast member of the NYC and touring casts of STOMP, and frontwoman and for artists like & Friends, Bernie Worrell and The Motet. Wow!

Paige Clem | Sun., 1:30pm All ages are invited to join singer-songwriter Paige Clem in her fun improvisational, interactive, informal musical session designed for kids to exercise their creativity by making up songs about… anything! Paige will help the kids pick a topic to sing about, find fun rhymes and piece together a story made from their ideas. Once the words are written, Paige will help find a simple rhythm and melody to bring it all together, and together the group will sing their song!

Andy “The Music Man” Morse | Sat. & Sun., Times to be posted The musical foundation of children starts early with Andy “The Music Man’s” interactive shows. Sing-a-longs, dancing, play-acting and storytelling await your family’s musical adventures. www.andysings.com | www.thewheelband.com

Jungle Yoga | Sat., 2:15-2:45pm Caroline will lead DelKids on an imaginary journey through the jungle, where she will guide the kids into yoga postures inspired by the animals, plants, trees and other things that you find in the jungle. The class will incorporate breathing techniques, a fun playlist, and a message of peace. All ages welcome!

Kids Parade | Sun., 10:45am This has become a very cool DelKids tradition. Please join us, one and all. Bring your costumes, masks, face paints, puppets, noisemakers and dancing shoes! We leave the KidZone at 10:45 and make our way around the GrandStand Field to the Stage and we will join Dres Gospel Collective for a special treat! Be there!

The Watsons Present “DelKids Talent Show” Bring your costumes, talents, jokes, tricks, songs, instruments and poetry. This is your time to shine! 20. Jesse Bardwell Rollin’ down from the Pocono hills, singer-songwriter Jesse Bardwell puts on a fun and spirited performance of some of today’s youngins’ favorite hits such as: The Wheels on the Bus, How Much is that Doggy and The Littlest Worm. Not straying too far from the kids’ canon, he’ll deliver a few in friendly fashion for mom and dad, too!

Petunia The Clown Join Petunia while she brings us through a wonderfully hilarious Puppet and Magic Show and Balloon Twisting followed by face painting!

Ash Street Puppetworks is back! We look forward to meeting the new characters they bring with them this year. We can’t wait to see Del the Duck and he’s always up for a Walkabout!

Annual Water Balloon Battle | Sunday High Noon We spend the weekend filling and tying thousands of biodegradable water balloons. Please come dressed ready to get soaked. Parents bring your super big soakers. Little kids under 5 go first… then it’s big kids vs. the parents.

Parents’ Lounge We will offer a lovely shaded spot for you parents who are watching your children to kick back, relax and watch your kids play. Coffee and tea provided. Nursing moms welcome!

Teen After Hours | Until 10:00pm Teenagers are welcome to hang out in the pavilion after the Kidzone hours, until 10pm. It is your responsibility to check in with your adults by your curfew time. The pavilion lights will be on for you to hang out together. Please stay respectful. There will be supervision.

The Allegany County Arts Council “ARTs BUS” | Open Fri.-Sun., 9:30-11:30am & 1:30-4:30pm A colorful art-mobile in which local artists travel provides a positive and engaging art experience for kids. Fun art projects include rhythm instruments, recycled terrariums, and more!

Friends of the Cheat Come join in and learn about your outdoor environment, and get twisted making AMD tie dyes! v AMD Tie Dye Part 1: Fri., 10:30-11:30am Dye your own shirts or bandanas in reclaimed iron oxide pigment from acid mine drainage (AMD) clean-ups while learning how AMD pollution impacts Appalachian streams. Bring anything you would like to dye or design: t-shirts, hats, socks… the lighter in color, the better. v AMD Tie Dye Part 2: Sat., 10:30-11:30am

Bring back your dry AMD creation and add some flare! Add a DelFest logo, slogan or silhouette of Del to your AMD tie dye flag or shirt and make it unique! Didn’t make a tie dye? Make a new piece of art v Streamusing reclaimed Bug Workshop: AMD pollution Sun., 2:00-3:00pm as a creative solution!

Did you know that a dragonfly lives for two years underwater before hatching into a colorful, flying insect? Earn your creek legs at this fun workshop! Learn how to collect stream bugs, identify major 21. families, and how stream bug communities reflect water quality. KIDS REGISTRATION We would like to encourage you to stop by the KidZone early and register your kids’ wristbands. We will be happy to take your cell number and name in case you get temporarily separated. Please talk with your children about what to do in this unlikely event: who to ask for help, how to stay calm, and how to try to remember as much info about where we can find you. Our staff is friendly and helpful, and will help in any way to get you safely reunited. MODEL TRAINS

Visit the Maryland & West Virginia Model Railroad Association, located in the Old Jockey Club building across from the showers (see map). NEW THIS YEAR: Come check out the miniature DelFest! Open on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am-4:00pm.

22.

ART & CRAFT FAIR

Many of our vendors accept credit cards or you can use our on-site ATMs, located near the merchandise tent and in the food court.

Africa Traders Market ~ African instruments, carvings, clothing, etc. AMiRA Jewelry ~ Macrame jewelry accented with metals, beads, fibers & stones Appalachian Bluegrass Shoppe ~ Instruments, strings, books, etc. Apsara ~ Clothing & jewelry from India & Bali Art of Ryan Kerrigan ~ 100% original artwork, posters, prints, cards, stickers, pins, magnets Blue Sky Design ~ Original clothing, handbags, jewelry designs from India & Nepal Carden Farms ~ Handmade soap, shaving brushes, wood & metal folk art Culture-Cross ~ A unique collaboration between international designers, indigenous tribal communities & craftspeople producing quality cultural art & jewelry CultureShock/Airchair ~ 6 styles of Airchairs Dancing Hands Jewelry ~ Sterling silver & gemstone jewelry Eagles Nest Outfitters ~ The original parachute hammock East Coasters ~ Recycled neoprene rubber coasters, doormats, useful products Eastman Strings ~ Eastman & EnRapturing Entertainment ~ Henna temporary tattoos & face painting Fine Line Graphics ~ Screen-printed t-shirts, hoodies, hats, pins For Claudia’s Sake ~ Organic skin care Grassroots ~ Clothes, jewelry, accessories, small gift items, incense, tapestries Gypsy Wagon Wares ~ Folk art, cutting boards from recycled barwood Hooked Productions ~ Sustainable bamboo & organic cotton tees, tanks, tops Irie Light Candles/Flat Earth Tileworks ~ Candles, incense, pottery, tiles Katie Did It! ~ 3D stained-glass art Katzinn Illustrations ~ Pen & ink original drawings, magnets, stickers Kcreatable ~ Fine woodworking, all original designs by the artist Kleen Kanteen ~ Stainless steel bottles, mugs, cups, tumblers, growlers, food containers K’Owino Batiks ~ African batik wall hangings Love Hope Strength ~ National Marrow Database registration Mexica Crafts ~ Handmade leather footwear, accessories Miss Kay Art ~ Reclaimed wood art, handcut tin, found objects Naytures Empire ~ Handmade leather pocket belts, jewelry, accessories New World Glass ~ Stained glass & jewelry Planet Love ~ Original multiple, hand-pulled silk-screen prints on clothing, banners & paper Printemps Pottery ~ Handmade stoneware & colorful pottery in 7 different designs ~ Jamband magazine Sunflower Trading Company ~ Hats incl. fedoras, fisherman, barrettes, straws, etc. Sunshyne Silverwear ~ Silverware jewelry, statement-piece pendants, etc. TARPestry ~ Soft, durable, weather-resistant outdoor blankets The Transient Design ~ Handwoven, naturally-dyed textiles Twisted Bliss Design ~ Handmade sterling silver jewelry & headpieces

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Download color version on your phone at delfest.com/eventinfo/ festival-map FESTIVAL CUISINE

Pete’s Concession ~ Open ‘round the clock, serving full breakfast and sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs and ice cream out of the concrete building behind the grandstand. Snack/veggie booth serves fried veggies, frozen bananas, cotton candy, popcorn and more. In the Music Meadow, their snack tent offers popcorn, candied apples, cotton candy, fresh fruit cups, frozen dipped bananas and more.

Timi’s Greek and Middle Eastern Foods ~ Offering Mediterranean platters, traditional gyros of beef and lamb, chicken or veggie as well as falafel.

Pie for the People ~ Serving authentically hand-forged and fresh pizza by the slice. We’ve been creating the Galaxy’s finest pie and are proud to be a part of the DelFest family since year 1.

Goatocado ~ Offering vegetarian quinoa bowls, pita wraps, vegan smoothies and sorbet. Veggie breakfast options also available.

Flaming Wok ~ Serving up Asian specialties such as teriyaki chicken, veggie fried rice, lo mein and more. Egg rolls and breakfast sandwiches too!

Archie’s BBQ ~ The best barbecue in Deep Creek Lake Maryland, offering succulent barbeque, stacked sliced smoked beef brisket, smoked pulled pork shoulder.

Bombay Station ~ Created to satisfy the world’s insatiable appetite for pasta and all its variations, from Japanese to Thai, and Italian to classic American. All items can be vegetarian with multiple vegan/gluten free options.

Fair Shot Coffee & Espresso ~ Serving hot or iced, organic, fairly-traded coffee and espresso drinks and frappes, 100% fruit puree smoothies, and wholesome whole grain breakfast options.

Popcorn in Paradise ~ Follow your nose to the best kettle corn in Allegany County. Set up in the main music meadow.

Queen City Creamery ~ “Where Fresh is Best,” Cumberland’s legendary frozen custard made fresh locally in a variety of flavors.

The Taco Tent ~ Serving specialty fish, chicken, steak or veggie tacos. Breakfast tacos too!

Grateful Spread ~ Uses only the finest and freshest ingredients to create custom menus that will fill your belly and warm your heart, including cheesesteak eggrolls, Cubano sandwiches and tomato watermelon gazpacho.

Kona Shaved Ice ~ Shaved ice with over 200 flavor combinations!

28. BEVERAGES

Thirsty? Our drink booths - located in the food court, music meadow and Potomac Stage - feature bottled water, organic lemonade, coconut water, iced teas and a variety of soft drinks. Ice is available in the main food court. No cash? No problem! Accepting all major credit cards at all bars and beverage booths.

Fine brews are available from Victory, Devil’s Backbone, Troegs, Sweetwater, Bold Rock Cider, Stella Artois, Oberon Ale, Starr Hill, Hoop Tea, and Magic Hat. Fine wines (red and white) from Linganore Winecellars, Kokomo and Pay Dirt wineries available. You must be 21+ years of age with valid ID to purchase and consume beer and wine. This will be strictly enforced. Please use your ID to obtain a 21+ wristband.

Alcohol is sold in a designated areas in accordance with licensing. No outside beverages may enter into the fenced area, but patrons may carry purchased beverages freely within the entire area which includes the Grandstand Stage, Potomac Stage, and Food Court. The DelFest Music Hall is a separately designated area, and no outside beverages are permitted inside. Sealed water bottles and empty vessels are OK. KLEAN KANTEEN HYDRATION STATIONS ~ NEW THIS YEAR!

In our efforts to reduce single serve plastic bottles we are teaming up with Klean Kanteen to offer FREE FILTERED WATER at various Klean Kanteen water filtration stations located around the Fairgrounds (please see the festival map in the center of this book for locations). Don’t forget to stop by the Klean Kanteen booth in the Grandstand Meadow and thank them for making this happen!

MERCHANDISE TENT/LOST & FOUND

Our merchandise tent is located in the music meadow near the Grandstand Stage. Here you’ll find festival merchandise as well as music and swag from many of the artists appearing at the festival. You can also purchase Late Night and raffle tickets here, and this is where the Lost & Found is located. DELFEST FOUNDATION RAFFLE

Don’t forget to purchase your DelFest Foundation raffle tickets, either at the merchandise tent or from one of the volunteers in the crowd. DelFest Foundation donates all proceeds to local charities that make a difference in Allegany County. The prizes are awesome, such as a 4-Day pass for two tickets to DelFest 2018 and a Martin Guitar with a value of nearly $5,000, vendor gift certificates, and an Eastman gently played by Ronnie McCoury. Winners will be announced by Joe Craven from the main stage at approximately 8pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

31. RECYCLING

Clean Vibes will be making every effort to keep the campground and concert areas clean and safe throughout the weekend - but we need your help. Please use the bags you were given when you arrived to keep your camping area clean. Every vehicle received two bags: one is for trash (clear bag destined for landfill) and one is for recycling (blue bag for empty cans and plastic bottles). All aluminum and plastic beverage containers can be recycled. Please tie your filled bags and pack out all glass recyclables this year. Carry your bags to the nearest dumpster or collection station. They are marked for trash or recycling. Please break down bulky items before discarding and set any cardboard boxes next to the trash barrels, not inside them.

Help sweep the concert field after the music! At the conclusion of each night’s shows, we will distribute recycling and garbage bags to sweep the concert grounds. Meet in front of the stage for the sweep.

Please help Clean Vibes cultivate cleanliness and ensure that we as a community reduce the size of the ecological footprint we leave behind this weekend. CAMP TRACTION

Camp Traction consists of music fans who choose to experience festivals and shows without the use of drugs or alcohol. Our primary purpose is to provide a safe environment for clean and sober music fans. We are not affiliated with DelFest or with AA, NA or any other organized recovery group. We are simply a group of people who share the common bond of enjoying musical events in a clean and sober state. We take no position on drug and/or alcohol use and leave those decisions to the individual. We offer support, strength and hope to those who seek what we share. Our location at DelFest is noted on the festival map. LOVE HOPE STRENGTH

At Love Hope Strength we save lives, one concert at a time by registering people to the National Marrow Donor database at concerts and music festivals nationwide. All it takes is a simple cheek swab and consent form to be added to the national registry. The most incredible aspect is that every time a match is found, we can pinpoint it back to the very concert it came from, thus knowing if your concert saved a life. Through support at shows, we have registered more than 100,000 people to the national registry and helped locate more than 2500 potentially lifesaving matches for patients in need of a transplant. Truly an amazing accomplishment! www.lovehopestrength.org

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DELFEST ARTISTS

The Ballroom Thieves Sat 11:25am, Music Hall / Sun 12:45pm, Potomac ’s The Ballroom Thieves are a self-described “rock band in a folk suit.” The harmony-rich trio (guitar, cello, drums) spent two years on the road taking stages across the country, including at the venerable . Even with this success, nonstop touring began to take its toll. took a break to write and record what would become “Deadeye,” their 2016 release, which captures the joy and misery of life on the road. The explores the darker corners of the Thieves’ sound while capturing their captivating mélange of acoustic styles – folk conventions blended with modern hymnals, Delta grit with rich harmonies.

Béla Fleck & Chris Thile Sat 6:05pm, Grandstand Most everyone agrees: Béla Fleck is the premiere five-string banjo player in the world. London’s Independent called Chris Thile “the most remarkable mandolinist in the world.” Both men consistently enter uncharted terrain armed with genre-shattering, jaw-dropping technical prowess, delivered with deep emotion and joyful spirit. After joining forces a year ago, Fleck and Thile set out to further expand their musical territory, reworking songs from their expansive individual catalogs, classic bluegrass numbers and contemporary pop songs, and performing new Fleck/Thile material as well. Their concerts are an intimate affair, like watching two old friends playing together – who both happen to be virtuosos with an exhilarating mastery of their instruments.

Billy Strings Sat 5:15pm, Potomac / Sun 12:15pm, Grandstand / Sun 12:15am, Late Night When Billy Strings is on stage, the reaction to his high-energy, jaw- dropping performances comes in two varieties: “Who is this guy?” and “That kid can play!” Based in Nashville, Strings is a guitar picker and singer whose profile in the acoustic/bluegrass scene continues to grow. He has performed with Del McCoury, and , won the IBMA 2016 Momentum Awards Instrumentalist of the Year (for guitar, banjo and mandolin) and was voted #1 in The Bluegrass Situation’s Top 16 of 16. In 2017 he’ll release his first full-length LP, play support slots for Railroad Earth and The Infamous Stringdusters, and make his very first DelFest appearance!

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The Broomestix Sat 6:40pm, Music Hall / Sun 4:15pm, Potomac The Broomestix – 11 young guys and a girl, including Ronnie McCoury’s son, Heaven – are an R&B/soul//pop group from the Nashville area, an exceptional group of musicians with whose sound engages their audiences with irresistible rhythms and provides a unique introduction to emerging, right-now talent. The band members all live within the creative aura of Music City, but their music is their own, taking inspiration from funk, soul and icons. Sure, the band members are young, but skillful, exuberant talent has no limits. After making their DelFest debut in 2015, The Broomestix return to bring music fans an unforgettable musical experience.

Cabinet Thu 1:45am, Late Night / Fri 4:05pm, Grandstand ’s Cabinet formed in 2006 with players from various musical backgrounds. They’re a band with roots firmly planted in the Appalachian tradition, wearing their influences like badges and honoring the canon of roots, bluegrass, country and folk. Yet their music is current and vibrant, with a sense of celebrating the now. Cabinet’s latest album “Celebration” showcases the band members’ acclaimed instrumental chops and time-honored songwriting abilities. The band’s live shows are dynamic and engaging, featuring seven players on banjo, mandolin, acoustic guitar, electric and , , drums, percussion and vocals who all live and love music, and aren’t afraid to show it.

Cris Jacobs Fri 12:50pm, Music Hall / Sat 1:45pm, Potomac Whether alone with a guitar and his voice or surrounded by a full band, Cris Jacobs enchants listeners with inspired songwriting, unpretentious guitar virtuosity, soulful vocal transcendence, and a buoyant onstage camaraderie that makes every set feel like home. After a decade as principal songwriter and frontman for beloved Baltimore-based band The Bridge, Jacobs embarked on a successful solo career and collaborated with such artists as Steve Winwood, Sturgill Simpson and Ivan Neville. Jacobs’s 2016 release “Dust to Gold” masterfully weaves through the sweet and rugged landscape of soul, country, folk, blues, gospel and rock ‘n’ roll, and has earned praise from The Washington Post and Elmore Magazine. 35. DELFEST ARTISTS

Dead Man Winter Thu 4:45pm, Grandstand / Fri 4:15pm, Potomac Dave Simonett sings, plays guitar and writes songs for the acclaimed acoustic band Trampled by Turtles. Dead Man Winter is his solo project, an electric rock ‘n’ roll band featuring a cast of talented musicians (and longtime friends) from the Minneapolis scene that play a bull-bodied, emotionally resonant brand of Americana-infused indie rock. The band’s sophomore release, 2017’s “Furnace,” features Simonett’s thoughtful lyrics and warm tenor that his fans love. Yet the songs are highly revealing and deeply personal, reflective of a very heartbreaking time in his life. Saving called the LP “both enjoyable and unexpected… depressing in narrative, yet hopeful through its musical expression.”

Dead Winter Carpenters Fri 2:45pm, Music Hall / Sat 7pm, Potomac Americana quintet Dead Winter Carpenters has built a reputation for pouring their heart and soul into each performance. Portland Metronome puts the band “at the forefront of a youthful generation trying to redefine what string music is and what it can do.” Reminiscent of genre-benders like Jack White, Chris Thile and , Dead Winter Carpenters harmoniously blends refined musical ability with a scarcely restrained tendency to let it all hang out. The result is a controlled burn, a riveting sound, and a connection with fans that sells out shows and has the band sharing stages with the likes of Jason Isbell, Greensky Bluegrass and Hard Working Americans.

The Del McCoury Band Thu 3:45pm & 10:15pm, Grandstand / Fri 6pm, Grandstand / Sun 6pm, Grandstand For more than 50 years, Del McCoury’s music has defined authenticity for hard-core bluegrass devotees as well as a growing number of fans only vaguely familiar with the genre. Del is something special, a living link to the days when bluegrass was made only in hillbilly honkytonks, at schoolhouse shows and on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry, yet also a commandingly vital presence today, from primetime and late night TV to major music festivals. Del’s namesake festival – now celebrating its 10th year! – has quickly become one of the premier string band events in the country, showcasing acts ranging from bluegrass legend to ’s frontman Trey Anastasio. We’re honored to have this living bluegrass legend as the host of DelFest, where his band will be performing throughout 36. the weekend. DELFEST ARTISTS

Donna the Buffalo Fri 12:15am, Late Night / Sat 12:40pm, Grandstand Known as one of the most dynamic and determined bands continuously touring America for more than 25 years, Donna the Buffalo has created a community environment at their shows through their distinctive, groove-heavy and danceable music. Donna the Buffalo is a band for the people that is accessible, positive and memorable. With roots in old time fiddle music that evolved into a soulful electric American mix infused with elements of Cajun/zydeco, rock, folk, reggae and country, Donna’s music often contains social and moral responsibility as core beliefs -- and their shows are just simply fun and a good reason to get out and celebrate life.

Dré’s Gospel Collective Sun 10:30am, Grandstand On the heels of a #1 single on the Independent chart in Sweden, Dré brings back her cast of rotating musicians. On any given day, Dré and the Collective can include members of the Royal Family of Bluegrass–Ronnie and Rob McCoury, along with their band mates , Alan Bartram and Cody Kilby of fame, or Shane Theriot (Hall & Oates, Neville Brothers). This year, Dré is drawing from her roots and bringing church to Delfest Sunday morning with an all-star cast of musicians. Get ready for some amazing uplifting moments as Dre’s Gospel Collective takes you to church, Delfest style.

Fruition Thu 12:15am, Late Night / Fri 2:05pm, Potomac The first time they made music together, Fruition’s three lead singer- discovered that their voices naturally blended into beautiful three-part harmonies. In the eight years since that impromptu busking session, the Portland, OR-based quintet has grown from a rootsy, string-centric outfit to a full-fledged rock band with an easy but powerful grasp of soul, blues and British Invasion-era pop. The band’s 2016 release, appropriately entitled “Labor of Love,” shows the complete force of their sound, matching their more daring musicality with sophisticated, melody-minded song craft. These arduous road warriors travel the country playing at major music festivals and on headlining tours, garnering new fans from coast to coast. 37. DELFEST ARTISTS

Ghost of Paul Revere Sat 3:30pm, Potomac / Sun 1pm, Music Hall Born on the banks of the Saco River, brothers in all but name, the Ghost of Paul Revere is Maine’s holler-folk band. They’re a powerful, energetic, non-traditional American folk band that’s renowned for harmony fueled, heart-pounding performances full of songs with unique identities that remain undeniably the Ghost of Paul Revere. They played their first show in 2011 at a tiny bar in Portland, ME. Now they play across the nation in music halls and bars, sharing stages with , The Travelin’ McCourys, Brown Bird, Spirit Family Reunion and Darlingside, as well as members of Greensky Bluegrass, the Infamous Stringdusters and .

The Gibson Brothers Trio: Leigh & Eric Gibson & Mike Barber Fri 4:30pm, Music Hall The Gibson Brothers’ music is rooted in a mix of great songs and soaring harmony, making them the premiere brother duet of bluegrass, but their sound takes them beyond the boundaries of the genre with a nod to classic country, Americana, and folk. Winners of multiple IBMA accolades, the Gibson Brothers are “bluegrass superstars” (New York Times) led by brothers Eric and Leigh, and featuring three virtuosic musicians on bass, fiddle and mandolin. The band’s 2017 release “In The Ground” is a reflection of being sixth generation dairy farmers, steeped in modern lyrics and matched with a virtuosity that feels both traditional and revelatory.

Gov’t Mule Sun 10:15pm, Grandstand Legendary rock torchbearers Gov’t Mule will close the, Grandstand this weekend, right before the band departs on a European tour and just ahead of their highly anticipated 10th studio album, “Revolution Come… Revolution Go.” Steeped in and mystique of rock, blues, soul, jazz and country, Gov’t Mule’s music combines cleverly-crafted songs, intelligent and timely lyrical commentary, and downright incendiary playing. And their impressive improvisational interplay onstage makes for an amazing live show. The band has showcased its virtuosity, intelligence and breadth for more than two decades, and has become a human encyclopedia of timeless American music while 38. adding to that canon with their signature sound.

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Grand Ole’ Ditch Fri 11am, Music Hall / Sat 10:15am, Potomac Bluegrass boundary-stretchers and perennial DelFest favorites Grand Ole’ Ditch return to help celebrate the 10th Annual DelFest! The band is all about having some new fun with that old Appalachian sound and is creating a presence of their own in the Mid-Atlantic bluegrass scene. They hail from right here in Cumberland and derive their name from the historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. Featuring inventive songwriting, caramelized harmonies, dazzling banjo, silky Dobro, fiery mandolin, galloping bass, sizzling fiddle, freight train guitar and driving drums, Grand Ole’ Ditch has built a solid repertoire of music that is both steeped in tradition and refreshingly modern.

Head for the Hills Sat 1:15pm, Music Hall / Sun 2:30pm, Potomac From Telluride Bluegrass Festival to SXSW and all points beyond, Head for the Hills creates a sound based in bluegrass that reaches into indie rock, jazz, hip hop, world and folk, stitching together fresh songs that bridge the divide between past and future acoustic music. Named “Best in Colorado Bluegrass” for four consecutive years by Denver’s Westword Magazine, the band is making their second DelFest appearance hot on the heels of their brand-new release “Potions and Poisons.” The album looks at the darker side of love, lust and life – it’s reflective but buoyant music, restorative and full of vibrancy while showcasing Head for the Hills’ powerful musical alchemy.

Hot Rize Sat 2:25pm, Grandstand Soon after Hot Rize first performed onstage in 1978, the bluegrass world realized this band is something special. In 1990, they earned the IBMA’s very first Entertainer of the Year award, a then-new bluegrass GRAMMY nomination and a four-star review in , and toured across four continents. Steeped in bluegrass tradition, Hot Rize’s music is equally informed by a taste for Leadbelly and Freddie King, swing, old-time Appalachia and more, in ways that mirror the broad sweep of ’s influences. For their third DelFest appearance, the band will light up the Grandstand and possibly collaborate with long-time tour mates Red Knuckles & the Trailblazers. 40. DELFEST ARTISTS

The Infamous Stringdusters Sun 4pm, Grandstand Tradition and innovation provide the interlocking roots of bluegrass and its descendants, a lively dance of elements skipping comfortably from ancient jigs to radio ditties to spacious experimentation. The Infamous Stringdusters embrace these gravitational pulls, moving dexterously between homespun legacy and creative expansion. The newest release by this GRAMMY- nominated, multiple IBMA award-winning group, 2017’s “Laws of Gravity,” features traditional-leading tunes alongside songs that veer into more blues and R&B terrain, with seriously impressive picking, trade-off soloing and layered vocal harmonies working their magic. It’s quintessential Stringdusters music that appeals to traditional fans as well as an ever-growing number of new listeners.

Jeff Austin Band Sat 4:15pm, Grandstand / Sun 1:45am, Late Night (The Grateful Ball) Celebrated for his fleet fingers and nimble improvisation on stage, mandolinist Jeff Austin toured and performed nearly non-stop with Yonder Mountain String Band before embarking on a solo career, building on the foundations of previous ventures while honing his own sound and charting new courses. Picking prowess aside, Austin has always considered his voice to be his first instrument and for him the act of speaking to the audience really means using his voice. His eponymous project features musicians on the cutting- edge of the acoustic and jazz music circles, artists proficient in theory and technique, but not afraid to lend themselves to some “far-out arrangements.”

Joe Craven & The Sometimers Fri 11am, Grandstand / Solo: Workshop Sat 10am, Music Hall / Sun 11:15am, Music Hall / Emcee, Grandstand Joe Craven & The Sometimers is a NorCal free-range folkasaurus offering a “no genre left behind” policy of music-making and re-creating. A 30-year veteran in the biz, Joe comes heavily credentialed (David Grisman, , many others) and his trio holds poetic license to operate heavy machinery, with a power tool box of bass, guitar, Dobro, lap steel, mandolin, octave mandolin, percussion, more cowbell and who knows what else. Their latest recording “Blender” celebrates a new kind of , as in “Pursuit of Possibility” music. Give a listen and do a little dance while you’re at it! 41.

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Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice Sun 2:50pm, Music Hall Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice is widely recognized as one of today’s premier bands. Sisk’s bluegrass pedigree runs deep. Hailing from the Virginia Blue Ridge, he first made his mark as a songwriter in the early and later helped define the sound of modern traditional bluegrass as a member of & Santa Cruz and Blueridge. With Ramblers Choice, he has constantly reminded bluegrass fans of the power of tradition. Their most recent album, “Poor Boy’s Pleasure,” debuted at number two on the Billboard chart, and lead single “Longneck Blues” was named 2016 IBMA Recorded Event of the Year.

Kitchen Dwellers Fri 10:25am, Potomac / Sat 4:45pm, Music Hall The Kitchen Dwellers first played DelFest as one of six emerging bands selected through an Artist Open Submission contest. Now this Bozeman, MT-based outfit returns with a brand new studio album, “Ghost In The Bottle,” and many miles under their touring belts playing high profile U.S. venues and sharing the stage with such artists as Railroad Earth and Greensky Bluegrass. The Kitchen Dwellers are captivating fans across the country with their high-energy live performances and unique approach to traditional music that fans have dubbed “galaxy grass.” Their foot- stomping, fiddle-infused tunes blend Celtic, rock, psychedelic and acoustic influences and boast some seriously fast pickin’.

Leftover Salmon Sat 1:45am, Late Night / Sun 8:05pm, Grandstand For the past quarter-century, Colorado’s Leftover Salmon has established itself as one of the great purveyors of Americana music, digging deep into the well that supplies its influences; rock ‘n’ roll, folk, bluegrass, Cajun, soul, zydeco, jazz and blues. The group was one of the first bluegrass bands to add drums and tour rock ‘n’ roll bars, helping them become a pillar of the scene and unwitting architects of the genre. Since their formation in 1989, Leftover Salmon has headlined shows and festivals from coast to coast, released nine , and maintained a vibrant, relevant and influential voice in the music world.

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Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives Sun 2:10pm, Grandstand Marty Stuart’s storied career spans 40+ years, starting at age 13 as mandolinist with ’s band and followed by performances and recordings with the likes of , Bill Monroe, , and Mavis Staples, as well at Stuart’s wife, Grand Ole Opry star . This five-time GRAMMY-winning multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter’s new release, “Way Out West” (produced by Mike Campbell of and the Heartbreakers), is a country & western tour- de-force featuring original songs, instrumentals and rare covers. It’s the latest chapter in Stuart’s rich country music legacy that’s both traditional and eclectic, moving easily between honky tonk, rockabilly, country-rock and bluegrass.

Noam Pikelny Fri 12:35pm, Grandstand / Sat 12pm, Potomac As if GRAMMY-nominated, IBMA award-winning banjoist Noam Pikelny isn’t busy enough with the , he manages to find time to write and record his own music as well. His new album “Universal Favorite” is the fourth record released under his own name, but it’s truly his solo debut. It features only Pikelny himself playing lovely originals and covers that showcase his unique approach to the instrument and compositional flair. And, for the first time in his long and illustrious career, Pikelny even sings – a striking deadpan baritone that conveys humor and melancholy in equal measure. Don’t miss this chance to catch him in a rare solo performance.

Railroad Earth Sat 8:15pm, Grandstand Railroad Earth isn’t concerned about what genre of music they play – they just play it. When they started out in 2001 they were a bunch of guys interested in playing acoustic instruments together. Since then they’ve released acclaimed studio and live albums and amassed a large, loyal fanbase across the country. Railroad Earth’s music is driven by the remarkable songs of frontman Todd Sheaffer and delivered with seamless arrangements and superb musicianship by all six band members (collectively on acoustic and electric guitars, violin, mandolin, bouzouki, piano, banjo, Dobro, mandolin, lap steel, flute, pennywhistle, saxophones, 44. upright and electric bass, drums, hand percussion and vocals). DELFEST ARTISTS

Red Knuckles & The Trailblazers w/ Special Guests Sat 12:15am, Late Night Red Knuckles and the Trailblazers is a band that travels in the back of the Hot Rize bus and occasionally spells their employers on stage. The foursome (Red Knuckles, Wendell Mercantile, Waldo Otto and Swade) plays ‘40s and ‘50s country music as well as you might expect from people who have mostly listened to the same jukebox for most of their lives. Upon meeting Hot Rize, Red and the boys agreed to leave their homes to pursue fortune and fame. The ‘Blazers are an original brand of entertainment, featuring band choreography and Wendell’s “take-off” guitar with fringe to match his outfit.

River Whyless Thu 6:35pm, Grandstand / Fri 12:15pm, Potomac Asheville, NC quartet River Whyless is named in spirit of the band’s ongoing love affair with the natural world. Since forming in 2009, the band has toured extensively, playing hundreds of shows from coast to coast and into Canada. “Think Paul Simon; think imaginative arrangements with accents of music from around the world,” writes NPR’s Bob Boilen in his review of their latest album “We All The Light.” The band’s music has been described as folk-rock, nature-pop and baroque-folk, but in the end the band members (collectively on violin, guitars, drums, harmonium, cello, banjo, toy piano and vocal harmonies) hope only to lend craft to their passions.

Sara Watkins Sat 11am, Grandstand / Sun 11am, Potomac Acclaimed songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Sara Watkins’s latest album, “Young In All The Wrong Ways,” sees her boldly stepping into the role of frontwoman following the collaborative groups of Watkins Family Hour and the platinum-selling, GRAMMY-winning . Easily her most cohesive and fully realized album, it is also her most powerful, personal and revealing. The intensely soul-baring songs contain some of the heaviest moments of her career, with eruptions of thrumming B3 organ and jagged electric guitar. At the same time the music is quiet, vulnerable and tenderhearted. It reached No.1 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers Chart and earned praise from NPR and more. 45. DELFEST ARTISTS

Sierra Hull Fri 2:15pm, Grandstand / Sat 2:55pm, Music Hall Sierra Hull has been recognized since age 11 as a virtuoso mandolin- player, astonishing audiences and fellow-musicians alike. In 2016 she won IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year – the first woman to be awarded this honor – and delivered her most inspired and mature recording to date, GRAMMY-nominated “Weighted Mind.” Produced by Béla Fleck and comprised largely of mandolin, bass and vocals, the release was called a “stunning coming-of-age album” by NPR. The music is genre- transcending, bolstered by Hull’s heartfelt vocals while she once again breaks new ground on the mandolin. Hull’s duo partner Ethan Jodziewicz, who anchors the record on bass, will be joining Hull at DelFest.

Steep Canyon Rangers Thu 8:25pm, Grandstand / Fri 1:45am, Late Night A bluegrass band at their core, North Carolina’s Steep Canyon Rangers effortlessly walk the line between festival favorite and sophisticated string orchestra – a mix of serious chops and good-natured fun. Winners of a GRAMMY for Best Bluegrass Album and multiple IBMA awards, this sextet is also known for their collaboration with actor/comedian and respected banjo player . The Rangers’ latest release, “RADIO,” was produced by (who contributes his distinctive Dobro playing throughout the album) and recorded at Asheville, NC’s famed Echo Mountain Recording Studio. This collection of 12 original bluegrass/ Americana tracks captures the band’s dynamic songwriting, instrumental virtuosity and high-energy performance.

Tim O’Brien Sun 4:45pm, Music Hall GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tim O’Brien returns to DelFest to perform songs from his brand-new release “Where the River Meets the Road.” Tim was born and raised in Wheeling, West Virginia and the recording celebrates the music of his home state, mixing bluegrass, country, old-time and Americana with songs by O’Brien, Bill Withers, Hazel Dickens and Curly Ray Cline, among others. The title track is an O’Brien original telling the story of his Irish great grandfather’s trip from Baltimore to Wheeling in 1851. On that route he passed right through Cumberland, MD, and if DelFest had been happening then we’re sure he’d have stopped by!

The Travelin’ McCourys w/ Special Guest Dierks Bentley (Sat) Sat 10:15pm, Grandstand / Sun 1:45am, Late Night (The Grateful Ball) The Travelin’ McCourys are 21st century musical pilgrims and adventurers. As the sons of bluegrass legend Del McCoury, Ronnie on mandolin and Rob on banjo continue their father’s work: a lifelong dedication to the power of to bring joy into people’s lives. Featuring fiddler Jason Carter and bassist Alan Bartram, the DELFEST ARTISTS

ensemble is loved and respected by the bluegrass faithful. Yet they have the confidence to take bluegrass into uncharted waters. Their shows are always different and always exciting, and it’s always great music. At this year’s DelFest they’ll be joined by celebrated country singer/songwriter (and frequent McCoury collaborator) Dierks Bentley (Grandstand) and Jeff Austin Band for a Grateful Ball (Late Night).

Trey Anastasio Band Fri 8:30pm (two sets), Grandstand In between his countless other projects (guitarist and vocalist of seminal improv rock band Phish, performer with prestigious U.S. orchestras, composer of a Tony-nominated Broadway musical, to name a few), Trey Anastasio has found time to lead an eponymous band. What started as a trio evolved into a septet of incredibly talented players, augmented by a full , who tour and record with Anastasio, most recently on his 2015 release “.” The band’s energetic live performances call to mind classic Stax recordings, but with an element of improv that allows the individual musicians to shine. We welcome the return of TAB in their first DelFest appearance since 2013.

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THANK YOU!

We’d like to acknowledge the following folks for their efforts in helping make DelFest possible: Fairgrounds Manager Kevin Kamauf; Allegany County Commissioners Creade Brodie, Bill Valentine and Jacob Shade; Paul Kahl, Public Works; David Eberley; Mark Yoder; Sierra Wigfield; Sheriff Craig Robertson; Deputy Chief Pat Reid; the Cresaptown Volunteer Fire Department; Cumberland City Fire Fighters Union Local 1715; MD State Police Lieutenant H.B. Martz; Barb Buehl and the Allegany Department of ; the DelFest Foundation Board of Directors; a very special thank you to Wade and Debby Clark, who have been watching over and praying for this family and festival from the very beginning; Susan Stewart; Doug and Betsey Schwab; Cassie Conklin; Dave Williams; Bob Smith and Allegany Aggregates; Kevin Hite and The Belt Group; Chris Sloan and Heidi Custer at the Allegany Arts Council; Western MD Street Racers Association; the MD & WV Model RR Association; media students from Allegany College of Maryland who volunteer to staff the cameras throughout DelFest; and Judy Cosgrove and Adam Phipps at Allegany College of Maryland. We are so grateful to our incredible festival staff for all your hard work in advance of the festival, and of course during it. Special thanks to Lisa McCoury for her work on the DelFest Academy. The staff at the High Sierra home office who works year-round to make this so special: Debbie Crockett, Gabriel Axe and Paige Clem; and to General Manager Jeff Bradshaw. Thanks to Clean Vibes, all our volunteers, all the vendors, the musicians on the stages and in the campgrounds, and always, thanks to the Pale Ale Army. DelFest wishes above all to thank you, the fans. We feel blessed that you have created this community.

49. CELEBRATE SAFELY Music Meadow Hours: Thurs. 3:15pm-12:00am / Fri.-Sun. 10:00am-12:00am FESTIVAL GUIDELINES We are committed to fostering a relaxed atmosphere, but there are certain guidelines that must be abided by in order to ensure a safe and fun festival for everyone. v Absolutely NO PETS allowed on the festival grounds or parking lots (licensed ADA assistants excepted) - this will be strictly enforced. v No fireworks or sky lanterns. v No unauthorized motorized aerial devices, toys, cameras or equipment (drones, toy v planes, etc.). v No motorized vehicles (golf carts, ATVs, segways). CAMPGROUND GUIDELINES v No amplified music or drums from 11:00pm-11:00am. Acoustic instruments OK. v Generators permitted in campgrounds from 10:00am-8:00pm. v No unauthorized vending - only registered vendors you may sell or distribute anything on the festival grounds. v Personal campfires permitted - fire pit or fire ring and fire extinguisher required. The fire area must be cleaned up. All debris must be properly disposed of before leaving. Please practice fire safety. GRANDSTAND MEADOW/CONTROLLED BEVERAGE AREA GUIDELINES v No cans or glass. v No outside beverages, except: sealed water bottles; kids’ juice/milk boxes/baby formula; empty water bottles. Ample potable water hydration stations provided. v No large coolers (soft-sided “lunch sized” permitted). v No chairs higher than 18” in front of the soundboard. v No Frisbee or disc throwing. v Please remove all personal possessions after each night’s performance. v Small shade structures are permitted in the back third of the music meadow, but must be disassembled and removed after 6:00pm each evening. v Audio recording permitted in designated audience tapers section only - no soundboard patches. Audio recording is subject to change per artist request. v No video recording of any performances. v No professional photography equipment or cameras with detachable lenses (point and shoots without additional lenses are fine).

Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, but be proactive about the security of your belongings. Leave your campground overtly empty, don’t bring what you cannot afford to lose and be sure to look after one another. Our community is not possible without your participation!

50. Festival attendees must abide by all local, state, and federal laws. NO ALCOHOL OR DRUG SALES tolerated anywhere on the festival site or annexed properties. Anyone caught selling or distributing illicit substances will immediately have their wristband cut and be ejected from the festival. Further legal repercussions likely.

We have set aside an area near the front of the Grandstand Stage as a designated dance-free zone during the daytime. Please be respectful of this area and your neighbors. If you choose to leave your chairs here during the day, they will be available for anyone to use until you return.

24-HOUR SAFETY

There will be four 24-hour safety and courtesy posts during the festival. In the event of an emergency, please find one of our staff at these posts for assistance. They will be located at the entrance to Green Acres, in between the two ballfields along the main road between the fairgrounds and the campgrounds, at the entrance to the music meadow and at the main festival entrance. You can also call 911 any time for assistance in an emergency. BE GOOD NEIGHBORS

Please remember that you are a guest of Cumberland and represent the festival to the community at large. We ask that you be good neighbors both inside the festival grounds and in Cumberland and Allegany County. KEEP VALUABLES SAFE

If you’re concerned about valuables in your tent, you might consider using a small padlock. Our own security staff monitors the festival site 24 hours a day. MEDICAL

Medical professionals are on-site 24 hours a day; view our festival map to see where our medical teams are located. TRAVEL SAFELY

The highway patrol in Western Maryland has been known to be very vigilant. Please drive carefully and follow all posted signs.

No matter where you’re traveling to and from, whether by plane, train, car, bus, bike or foot, please travel safely. Drink lots of water throughout the day, get plenty of sleep before you hit the road, and always be aware of your surroundings. Simple advice, but many of us neglect these things when we’re traveling between festivals and shows, and sadly this has led to fatalities. Be safe! 51. SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2017 PARTNERS!

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