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CCR - Creedence Clearwater Revisited - set to entertain Saturday night at MountainFest 2010.

Stu Cook and Doug "Cosmo" Clifford may not have intended it, but their band Creedence Clearwater Revisited has taken on a startling life of its own. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame rhythm section (bass and drums respectively) from the legendary group Creedence Clearwater Revival launched the Creedence Clearwater Revisited project in 1995 to once again perform live Creedence Clearwater Revival hits - touchstones of a generation. Though the pair initially only planned to play private parties, Creedence Clearwater Revisited now performs up to 100 shows a year and has released the album "Recollection."

The Charlie Daniels Band set to entertain Friday night at MountainFest 2010.

“Few individuals have symbolized the South in popular culture as directly and indelibly as Charlie Daniels.”
Encyclopedia of Southern Culture

Charlie Daniels is partly Western and partly Southern. His signature “bullrider” hat and belt buckle, his lifestyle on the Twin Pines Ranch (a boyhood dream come true), his love of horses, cowboy lore and the heroes of championship rodeo, Western movies, and Louis L'Amour novels, identify him as a Westerner. The son of a lumberjack and a Southerner by birth, his music - rock, country, bluegrass, blues, gospel - is quintessentially Southern. In fact, even his bent for all things Western is Southern, because his attire, his lifestyle and his interests are historically emblematic of Southern working class solidarity with the “lone cowboy” individualism of the American West. It hasn't been so much a style of music, but more the values consistently reflected in several styles that has connected Charlie Daniels with millions of fans. For decades, he has steadfastly refused to label his music as anything other than “CDB music,” music that is now sung around the fire at 4-H Club and scout camps, helped elect an American President, and been popularized on a variety of radio formats.

Trailer Choir - gonna be "Rockin' the Beer Gut" Saturday evening at MountainFest 2010.

Who are Trailer Choir? Are they the fun loving entertainers who rocked thousands on Toby Keith's tour, or three seriously determined entertainers who've poured everything into their careers? Are they emcee Butter and pop-worming Big Vinny or two serious and committed songwriters? Are they the beautiful and charismatic Crystal or the small town Louisiana girl with the big voice? Are they the party anthem "Rockin' The Beer Gut" or the heart-wrenching "What Would You Say?"

Yes. Yes they are.

For Trailer Choir, the last 18 months have been a frenetic introduction to the national stage. From their signing with Show Dog Nashville to being named About.com's Best New Country Duo/Group, the trio made a notable impression on country music without seeming to pause for so much as an extra breath. But as they release their self-titled debut, Butter, Big Vinny and Crystal know their story will be told only as the full spectrum of their music unfolds for all to hear. Sheer energy got their foot in the door, but it is their heart that will help them take the room. And through it all, everyone stands to have one serious good time.

Davisson Brothers Band

The Davisson Brothers Band has a unique style infusing a remarkable blend of country, southern rock, and bluegrass to create a distinctive sound captured in their first single, "Big City Hillbilly." This sound, combined with the band's talent and energy, has gained a loyal fan base all over the Eastern United States. Brothers Chris and Donnie Davisson and cousin Sammy Davisson, along with childhood friend Aaron Regester, are continuing musical pursuits started by the Davisson family long ago. Aaron's reliable drums and Sammy's solid bass groove provide the perfect foundation for Donnie's impassioned, soulful vocals with Sammy's flawless harmonies all driven by Chris's mind-bending blend of bluegrass, country, and blues guitar creating a sound unlike anything you've ever heard. "Music has always been a part of our lives," says Chris, "and now we're living our dad's and uncle's dream—playing music around the country and hearing ourselves on the radio."

The Second Helping Band - Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Band

Second Helping started in 1988 in Tampa, Florida by its founder, Chris McCallister. Second Helping was the "first Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band in the United States"

Second Helping is much more than a Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band, it is a showcase for classic Skynyrd music. Expect a big show, a big sound, and an evening that will bring you back to a time of youth, fun, and hope.

KASHMIR - The Led Zeppelin Show

KASHMIR THE LED ZEPPELIN SHOW! NO WIGS, NO BS JUST A KILLER SALUTE TO THE GREATEST ROCK BAND EVER!!! FOR OVER 6 YEARS KASHMIR HAS BEEN PAYING TRIBUTE TO LED ZEPPELIN! FANS ALL OVER THE UNITED STATES AGREE THAT KASHMIR IS THE GREATEST TRIBUTE TO LED ZEPPELIN! Kashmir was started in 2002 by lead singer, Jean Violet. Jean decided early on that if he was going to form a tribute band, he was going to go all out. His goal was to recreate the music of Led Zeppelin, as well as have the audiences relive the visual experience. It wasn't easy finding the right people but, after playing steadily through personnel changes for more than two years, Jean feels he finally has the perfect combination of talented musicians. With Andy Urban on guitars, Cary Fields on bass, keyboards and mandolin, and Paul Cooper on drums, Kashmir has evolved into the "well-oiled machine" that Violet was hoping to create.

The Next

THE NEXT was formed in 2004, starting out as a 3-piece band performing rock covers in and around the tri-state area. Over the last few years, they have had a few line-up changes and continued writing, recording, and performing. In the summer of 2009, the band decided to make a move back to a 4-piece again. Featuring Danny Dami on guitar and vocals, David Snyder on drums, Dan Levite on lead vocals and rhythem guitar,and DJ Vizyak on bass and vocals, THE NEXT has once again captured the essence of what a great rock band can be.

The New Relics

Somewhere the between the coal mines and steel mills, mountain streams and majestic rivers, where blue-collar meets corporate America, The New Relics have taken life around them and create what has been called “the perfect driving music”. The band blends the sounds of country, rock and americana and created the sound of modern american music.

Their latest album “Monongalia” is more than a collection of songs, it is the essence, the soul, and the sound of The New Relics. Having spent years on the road, the band has found who they are and where they belong musically and personally. Big Cities and Fastlanes just don’t seem to sit with The New Relics, they are more about small towns and local watering holes. “Monongalia” tells a story about the people that surround the band, the towns they live in and the choices that they make everyday.

Influenced by the sounds of Pat Green, Jack Ingram, John Mellencamp, and Keith Urban, The New Relics deliver a sound that is more than country music. Its a journey about great songs. Music that makes you smile, laugh, reflect and believe in something more than yourself. Country music is more than hats and boots. Its taking care of your family, living life, good times and bad, and living to the fullest. Country, Rock, Americana, Bluegrass have all been used to describe the band. All are valid comparisons but not one can describe the band.

Higher Ground

Higher Ground has been rockin the WV music scene for the past 10yrs. With over 500 shows under their belt, and vast song list, Higher Ground brings a energetic stage show to every event. Higher Ground is fronted by founding member Gregg Sell on Vocals/guitar/keys. From the shredding lead guitar of Jon Dodds to the power rythm section of Jr McMillen on bass guitar and Justin Walters on the drums, Higher Ground will keep you on your feet the entire night! Higher Ground is very honored to be the house band at The Coal Bucket Saloon.

The George Shingleton Band

Playing well over 100 shows during their first year together and releasing the single “Too Damn Good” on West Virginia Radio, The George Shingleton Band has established themselves as a solid group in North Central West Virginia and surrounding areas. With such an aggressive playing schedule, The George Shingleton Band has been able to gain an outstanding fan base one show at a time. Their approach is simple, practice hard and bring it to every single show. It is more than just music, it is a passion and it is expressed in every song they play.