Doors 4pm, Music 7:30pm

The Dart Brothers

The Dart Brothers came together in 2015 in Ithaca, NY’s vibrant music scene, grinding it out in a freezing second-floor studio where frostbite was a real possibility and many sensible bands would’ve thrown in the towel after one brutal winter. The lineup brings together Todd Edmonds, Dan Lashkoff on drums, Andy Russell on guitar, John North with his fiery electric guitar, Tamis Kaplan on sweet country fiddle, and Warren Bunn holding down the bass grooves—each member adding their own flavor to create something that’s equal parts heartland rock, upstate twang, and indie grit.

Drawing inspiration from alt-country and indie rock heavyweights like Wilco, REM, the Jayhawks, and Dawes, the band cut their teeth playing every brewery and winery that would have them around the Finger Lakes region, winning over discerning crowds one harmony-filled chorus at a time. After years of road-testing their songs and fine-tuning their chemistry in front of audiences who came for the Riesling but stayed for the music, they finally dropped their debut album Strangest Wavelength in 2020—a collection that captures all the raw energy and polish they’d been perfecting since those shivering early rehearsals. Their second record, Lovers Motel, was released in 2024. Both albums were nominated for Best Americana record at the Syracuse Music Awards (Sammy’s).

https://dartbrothers.com/

With Special Guests,

Drew Kiddoo & The Blackouts

Ithaca, NY-based Drew Kiddoo and The Blackouts (pronounced kih-doo) have been crafting their distinctive brand of country music for nearly a decade. Drawing inspiration from the golden era of American music, they fuse 60s honky-tonk and classic country with a gritty rockabilly edge—creating a sound that’s as twangy as it is dark.
Drew’s songwriting delivers a timeless, easy-to-sing-along nostalgia, electrified by an aggressive energy that fuels barn-burnin’, good-time dance crowds. Their songs tell stories of the open road, heartbreak, and endless nights, captivating audiences while touring throughout the nation.
Since their debut, Drew Kiddoo and The Blackouts have released four albums, including their latest, GiddyUp and Go. Their dynamic, boot-stompin’ tunes have earned them a devoted following and appearances at notable venues and festivals such as Alaska’s Trapper Creek Bluegrass Festival, The New York State Country Music Hall Of Fame Museum’s “Harvest Ramble” Festival, Memphis’ World Famous Hernando’s Hideaway, and the Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival of Music and Arts. Whether playing dance halls, dive bars, or major festival stages, the band delivers high-energy sets infused with rowdy outlaw country grit and roadhouse swagger—making them a perfect fit for any lineup looking to ignite the crowd.

https://www.drewkiddooandtheblackouts.com/

Cover: $15 at the door