HALFWAY TO FORECASTLE ANNOUNCED, TICKETS ON-SALE!!
December 2nd, 2009 by forecastleDear Friends ~
We’re proud to announce the lineup to the third annual “Halfway to Forecastle” mini-fest, January 23rd in downtown Louisville, KY. The event will feature an all-electronic music line-up for the first time in the festival’s history, with artists performing on three stages inside The Electric Blue: The first official concert hosted inside the 20,000 square foot industrial warehouse. In addition to music, the event will feature a nautically-themed fashion show, light and laser shows, live graffiti artists, ice sculptures, break dancing, poster signings, and more.
Chicago’s Kid Sister, whose debut album “Ultraviolet” was released Nov. 17th on Kanye West’s “Fool’s Gold” label and received three and a half stars in the most recent Rolling Stone, will join Los Angeles-based duo LA Riots as co-headliners for the event. Performing alongside will be Midwest electo artists Trash Yourself, Jesse Jamz, Lady Foursquare, and many more. The event will kick-off at 9pm on January 23rd at The Electric Blue, located at 835 E. Main Street in downtown Louisville, KY.
An evening silent auction and raffle will be held for signed merchandise, signed poster from artist Jeff Gaither, copy of DJ Hero, and a pair of VIP and after-party passes to the 2010 Forecastle Festival. Proceeds will benefit The Surfrider Foundation ~ an environmental non-profit dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the world’s beaches and oceans through conservation, activism, research, and education.
Advance tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at http://etix.com or at ear X-tacy records, located at 1534 Bardstown Rd, 40205. If available, day-of-show tickets can be purchased at the venue. Please note that capacity is limited and the previous two Halfway events sold-out in advance.
HALFWAY TO FORECASTLE 2010
Kid Sister
LA Riots
Trash Yourself (DJ set)
Jesse Jamz
Lady Foursquare
Kid Color
DJ Amtrak
OK DeeJays
The Disco Aliens
Jason Clark (of SKL)
Sam Gracie
For more info, please visit: http://www.ForecastleFest.com/halfway.php
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THE FORECASTLE FESTIVAL is where the Midwest connects®. Founded in Louisville, KY, the annual gathering is equal parts Music, Art, and Activism. A symposium for musicians, artists, and environmentalists, Forecastle connects the progressive Midwest. The 2010 fest is expected to draw 25,000 patrons to the Louisville Waterfront ~ part of a scenic, $60 million dollar riverfront investment which attracts 1.5 million visitors a year. With national headliners and expanded line-ups, the festival will provide an unforgettable experience for all Forecastle travelers, converging in Louisville from the Midwest and beyond.http://www.forecastlefestival.com

