Tag Archives: Wakarusa

Recapping Wakarusa 2011: Big bands, big deal

June 13th, 2011 at 12:19 pm

Six months from now, when we look back at Wakarusa, what will our memories of the festival be? I know what I’m likely to think: I’ll remember the big acts, groups like Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, My Morning Jacket, … Continue reading

Day 3 of Wakarusa 2011 bands, with Mumford and Sons, Ben Harper and more

June 5th, 2011 at 10:21 am

All photos by KEVIN KINDER, NWA Media. Click on any image for a larger view. Wakarusa festival director Brett Mosiman told me that he hopes to book bands that are peaking when they arrive at the festival. There are many … Continue reading

Day two of Wakarusa 2011 bands, with My Morning Jacket, Sharon Jones and more

June 4th, 2011 at 10:58 am

All photos by KEVIN KINDER, NWA Media. Click on any photo for a larger version. By about 3 p.m. on Friday (June 3) afternoon, the main stage area was full of campers. By that time, of course, dozens more acts … Continue reading

Wakarusa Wednesday: Ben Harper, the other headliner

May 4th, 2011 at 11:39 am

It’s hump day. Try to ‘Keep It Together’ with 10 minutes of Ben Harper and Relentless7. Please accept my apology. I know I talk too often about My Morning Jacket, and have mentioned their upcoming album on more than one … Continue reading

Wakarusa announces stage schedule

April 14th, 2011 at 2:31 pm

True to their word (they promised this would happen in mid-April), Wakarusa organizers have announced the day-to-day schedule for the 100-plus bands who will make the trek to the mountain between June 2 and 5. It is a time for … Continue reading

Following the festivals

March 14th, 2011 at 11:37 am

If you’re inclined to make it to some music festivals this year (like I am), we’ve got a bit of a list for you. Most of the regional music festivals have announced or are in the process of announcing their … Continue reading

Matt Smith: By himself, but not alone

March 11th, 2011 at 11:23 am

When local guitar player Matt Smith decided to record some of his new tunes, he imagined a dream team to back him up. He wanted to get Reed Mathis, of Tea Leaf Green, into the studio at the same time … Continue reading

The weekend in music, with Adam Faucett and more

March 4th, 2011 at 6:03 am

Arkansas’ own Adam Faucett, fresh off the release of his new album “More Like a Temple,” will visit Maxine’s Taproom in Fayetteville tonight (Feb. 4) for a show with William Blackart and Real Live Tigers. The Arkansas Times called Faucett … Continue reading

Wakarusa updates

March 2nd, 2011 at 12:01 pm

Minus the Bear has been added to the Wakarusa lineup. The song above is “My Time.” Also, they’re giving OK Go a run for their money with this meme-worthy video. Today is March 2. Which means — are you ready … Continue reading

A ticket sale reminder: Zac Brown Band

February 11th, 2011 at 9:33 am

We’ve got a few more details on Zac Brown Band‘s upcoming performance in Northwest Arkansas, so we thought we’d pass them along. Also, since tickets go on sale in about 30 minutes (10 a.m. Central on Feb. 11), it seemed … Continue reading