High Sierra Music Festival is one of the best festivals around, with great vibes, amazing people and outstanding music. The festival returns after a two-year hiatus from June 30 to July 3 at the Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds in Quincy.
I combed through the lineup of artists and picked some I am looking forward to hearing. I’m also excited to hear some new bands and artists. My musical tastes are eclectic. I am all in if it makes me dance and move to a groove with some high energy.
Funk is king in my world. The band Ghost Note is high on my must-see list. They look like they’ll bring some funky beats with a lot of rhythms. I can’t wait to see these guys. Ron Artis II has some funky soulful vibes. Also on my list is Blues guitarist Cedric Burnside. I checked out his videos and he has risen to the top on my list of must-not-misses. Little Stranger brings a dash of hip-hop to High Sierra and I want to catch this duo from Philly.
My alt-bluegrass picks include Crying Uncle Bluegrass and Molly Tuttle. Crying Uncle Bluegrass blends bluegrass, jazz and original modern acoustic music with good vibes and energy. After perusing, the Americana all-female band, Ashleigh Flynn and The Riveters on their website, they, too, are on my radar. Late Night Radio and Disco Biscuits are my picks for some electronic grooves.
I caught The Nth Power at the last High Sierra and I loved their funky high energy. They will be offering a Steely Dan tribute, which should be super fun. More funk comes with the band Orgone and they never disappoint. Also, on my list is The War and Treaty. I recently caught the husband-and-wife duo at Winter Wondergrass Festival and look forward to seeing them again.
I’ve had the opportunity to see California Honey Drops, Greensky Bluegrass and Lettuce numerous times. All always deliver a good show.
Love an excellent themed day? Rainbows on Thursday, Funkadelic Friday, Caturday Saturday and Pajamas, Feathers, and Fur round out Sunday Funday.
I am looking forward to a fun weekend of music, dancing and hanging out with friends. | highsierramusic.com
