The Badlees are a four piece rock band that have been creating and performing music since 1990. Pete Palladino (vocals), Bret Alexander (guitar), Paul Smith (bass) andRon Simasek (drums) joined forces decades ago after a few happenstance introductions, that some would say, were driven by destiny. Individually, The Badlees are very different on many levels, each coming to the table with unique personalities and musical influences. However, these...
Emish is high-powered rock with Irish heart and described as “a force to be reckoned with” by Matthew Nelligan, President of the Irish 2000. Whether they are playing on the main stage at a festival, theater halls or pubs, Emish brings an energy packed show with witty banter on stage, leaving their fans asking for more. With their versatility and well-seasoned skills, combined with on-stage foot stomping energy and offstage charisma, Emish has...
Roots & Rhythm Headliner- One of the most versatile and accomplished guitarists playing today, Robillard has always been fascinated by the roots of American popular music — and he’s ackled everything from blues to the classic American songbook to jazz guitar duets, rock-influenced trios, small and big band swing recordings. Duke Robillard and his powerful and—with their feet hard on the gas pedal—have gone back to the 40s and 50s...
“It’s all about the song. It has to be. If it isn’t, then as far as I’m concerned, you’re missing the point.” These words spoken by Pat O’Shea in a recent interview speak volumes about the singer/songwriter/guitarist and his band The Honest Men. In a world where much of the music of the day runs rampant with empty bravado and even emptier content, a band like The Honest Men is a lung full of fresh air. ...
Welcome to the 7th annual Honesdale Roots & Rhythm Music & Arts Festival— Honesdale, PA’s, annual FREE music and arts event!
The Honesdale Roots & Rhythm Music & Arts Festival committee has been hard at work since last July, continuing our efforts to support the community and surrounding area by delivering this fun family event. This includes the now-famous Tunes and Tales Tent, sponsored by the Wayne County Arts Alliance, and a variety of FREE musical talent that will run throughout the day and evening all around historic Honesdale’s Main and Church Street areas.
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10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Freight Train Boogie
Dave’s Super Duper
200 Willow Ave. (Rte. 6 South of Honesdale’s Downtown)
Merchants of Groove
RE/MAX WAYNE
416 Main Street at 4th Street
Doug Rogers & the Hoy Polloy
The Antique Emporium
1040 Main Street
Poison Love
900 Block Main Street
Between 933 and 939 Main Street
Sidetracked
R3 Hardware
541 Main Street
Chasin' The Dog
Fred Miller Pavilion
Main Street – Between 6th & 7th Sts.
Two Steps Back
The Home Front
833 Main Street
The Villaume Foundation Main Stage Performances
1:15 p.m. Mayor’s Proclamation
1:20 p.m. National Anthem sung by Leah Schweighofer
1:30 p.m. Pat O'Shea and the Honest Men
3:20 p.m. Emish
5:15 p.m. The Badlees
7:00 p.m. Raffle Drawing
7:45 p.m. Jimmy Vivino and the Barn Burners
Late Night Ramble
The Cooperage
1030 Main Street
10:00 p.m. to Midnight
B.Y.O.B.
Featuring: Pat O'Shea and the Honest Men