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We’re Stolen Gin, a band from New York City.

We’re known for our high-energy live act and avid improvisation - we never play songs the same way twice.

We met as students at New York University, and first came together playing college parties on NYC rooftops. Our goal then was the same as it is now: to make every gig feel like a party, and to keep people dancing.

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Unapologetically energetic, uplifting and with a live show that has been described as a “celebration of life”, Bermuda Search Party (FKA The Q-Tip Bandits) have emerged as a vibrant act that continues to touch audience’s hearts while getting them up on their feet.

After meeting in college and cutting their teeth in the Boston DIY music scene, the band recorded and released their self-produced debut LP, Melancholy Flowers, in 2022. Dynamic yet intimate, Melancholy Flowers features the vocal stylings and songwriting of both guitarist Leo Son and bassist Claire Davis, and smooth and soaring trumpet and trombone from Maclin Tucker and Hoyt Parquet. The band toured in support of the record throughout the year, culminating in four Boston Music Awards nominations, for Live and Pop Act of the Year, Song of the Year for “Daisy,” and Album of the Year.

Since then, the band has played hundreds of stages across the country, making their way from coast to coast and hitting festivals along the way including Boston Calling, Levitate Music Festival, SXSW, and Treefort Music Festival, before returning to the studio in September 2023 with producer Eric Palmquist (half•alive, Tate McRae, Bad Suns, Hunny) to record much anticipated new music, set to be released via Nettwerk Music Group.

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Hailing from Charlotte, classically trained violinist and songwriter Emanuel Wynter is taking ears and stages by storm with a distinctive sound and a lively, high-spirited stage presence that is infectious to everyone in the room. Taking influence from artists such as Anthony Hamilton, Leon Bridges, and Gary Clark Jr., Emanuel’s sound is a unique, vibrant, and expressive blend of R&B and Rock that manages to be raw in emotion and refined, sonically. He finds a way to sing, not only through rich and soulful vocals, but through his electrifying violin playing that is, at times, quite reminiscent of electric guitar. With dynamic musicianship and sincere lyricism, Emanuel Wynter is sure to keep your toes tapping and your soul singing.

In past years, Emanuel played a supporting role as auxiliary violinist in other NC-based groups, such as 9daytrip, Stick & Stones, and many more, but 2018 was the year in which he introduced himself as a songwriter and artist with the release of Cosmos. That ultimately led to his first EP release in early 2020, titled These Past Two Years, that Delaney Clifford from CLTure described as “an album that refuses to be overlooked.” In the year of 2022, Emanuel has been hard at work, writing and recording music that begins the next chapter of his professional career, starting with the release of his next single, Stranger, in early 2023.

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David Koster’s Space Radio is a 6 piece Psychedelic Jam Rock Opera made up of Adam Baker, Martin Focazio, Connor Hunt, Reed Fela, Emily Rubino and David Koster that plays music fusing rock, bluegrass, funk, jazz, gospel, classical, and much more. With performances that encapsulate the high energy vibes of the hippie culture, they take you through an purposeful artistic journey meshing modern, retro, and other-worldly soundscapes with their originals and specific cover choices!

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Formed in 2012 after returning from a bluegrass festival, Dark City Strings is a band that draws from a broad spectrum of influences to deliver a high energy creative mix of bluegrass, Americana, and folk, along with contemporary covers that are guaranteed to keep people moving.

They released their debut album, Fast, True & Free in 2014.

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Widely Grown is an Americana/AltFolk band from Jersey City, New Jersey. Widely Grown released their debut album in the summer of 2022 and toured 9 states to follow. The Widely Grown boys are known for their energetic live performances that contain their unique blend of rock, country, grass and soul. 2023 saw them travelin’ again, performing at the Barefoot Country Music Festival, Maplewoodstock, touring through 6 states and performing for the legendary throw down at Miguels Pizza celebration in Kentucky.

2024 has them releasing NEW MUSIC. an EP recorded live at Thundersound Studios in Kentucky. Mississippi Anna dropped March 8th! This EP takes off where Pickles left off. It’s fun. Doesn’t take itself too seriously. James wrote a batch of tunes that emulate the live energy of their shows currently. Big analog sounds.

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The Jersey Corn Pickers are a Philly area band that plays original and traditional, high energy bluegrass and Americana music. Their style is informed by their love of old time, folk, rock, blues, traditional country, and all manner of American roots music.

They are busy performing at clubs, coffee houses, and festivals all over the northeast. They have two CDs out: Jersey Corn Pickers and Lessons Learned, which you can find on the Music page. They’ve opened for such notable musicians as Peter Rowan, Tony Trischka, Marah, and many more. They performed at the Philadelphia Folk Festival, World Cafe Live, and appeared on the Gene Shay Folk Show on WXPN in Philadelphia.

They love performing and it shows. Their live shows are rowdy affairs that will put a smile on your face!

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Music brings people together, and the 2024 Into the Pines Music Festival is no exception. Meet new friends, share your favorite artists, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Ian Gray established the Ocean Avenue Stompers in 2016 with the intent of bringing together the baddest horn players I've worked with over the years. I spent my 21st birthday in NOLA, and came back with an itch to bring that vibe and sound to my musical communities of Asbury Park, Philadelphia, and beyond.

​The Ocean Avenue Stompers are comprised of a rotating cast of musicians and friends that I've met along my journey, and whom I hold close to my heart. All of these players are industry professionals, high in demand, so the Stompers will have a new face every time you see us. That adds to the magic of providing the audience with a truly unique experience at every performance, while the musicians showcase their improvisational and off-the-cuff chops

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Nik Greeley is known for being arguably the best frontman & performer in Philadelphia, and just in the last few years has established himself as one of the most entertaining & hard working musicians in the area, often being compared to the likes of James Brown, Joe Cocker, and Jim Morrison. Greeley released his solo debut EP Town Gypsy in Spring 2015, and has performed live sessions & received airplay on radio stations such as Radio 104.5, 88.5 WXPN, 93.3 WMMR, 93.7 WSTW and 95.9 WRAT. Greeley is also a member & singer in Philly funk band, Swift Technique, where he shares lead vocal duties with his female counter-part, Chelsea ViaCava. Members of ST also perform in The Operators, including Greg Rosen and Ian Gray.Nik Greeley is known for being arguably the best frontman & performer in Philadelphia, and just in the last few years has established himself as one of the most entertaining & hard working musicians in the area, often being compared to the likes of James Brown, Joe Cocker, and Jim Morrison. Greeley released his solo debut EP Town Gypsy in Spring 2015, and has performed live sessions & received airplay on radio stations such as Radio 104.5, 88.5 WXPN, 93.3 WMMR, 93.7 WSTW and 95.9 WRAT. Greeley is also a member & singer in Philly funk band, Swift Technique, where he shares lead vocal duties with his female counter-part, Chelsea ViaCava. Members of ST also perform in The Operators, including Greg Rosen and Ian Gray.

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100% Organic Unadulterated Outlaw Funk from Philadelphia, PA.

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Music brings people together, and the 2024 Into the Pines Music Festival is no exception. Meet new friends, share your favorite artists, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Mums The Word is a 9-piece, funky psychedelic rock-and-roll band from Philadelphia and South Jersey. Mums just released their 3rd album "Mums the World" on Dec. 30th 2023. Their music pulls inspiration from The Grateful Dead, Parliament Funkadelic, and Frank Zappa. Comprised of percussionists, bass, guitars, keys, horns, and vocal harmonies, they create a rich texture of sound! Psychedelic and funky, they play their own style of Rock 'n' Roll blended with improvisational elements to create a unique live experience. Upbeat and groovy with their kosmic dancer, elaborate costumes, and by regularly inviting musical guests on stage, they keep the crowd on their feet, on their toes, and always moving!

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The premier Philly based instrumental funk, fusion, dance party collective.  Led by saxophonist & composer Mike LaBombard Odyssey Lab combines elements of a studied jazz musician along with the most well versed pop music to create a fusion of beautiful melodic songs with intense gritty jams.