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Dear Friends ~

The Forecastle Festival and Nederlander Entertainment have announced the lineup to the 2009 after-parties, as well as the complete stage schedule to the 8th annual event, July 10th – 12th at the Riverfront Belvedere.

Pretty Lights and Designer Drugs will headline the official Forecastle after-parties, July 10th – 11th on the historic, 95-year-old Belle of Louisville ~ the oldest operating steamboat in the country. Other performers include Kid Color, Hac Le, Jesse Jamz, and more. Advance tickets range from $10 - $15, and can be purchased online at http://ticketmaster.com/forecastle.

Forecastle has also announced the complete stage schedule to the 2009 event. The festival is headlined by The Black Keys on Friday and Widespread Panic Saturday and Sunday. Widespread Panic will perform two sets each evening. Additional performers  include The Black Crowes, The Avett Brothers, Umphrey’s McGee, Zappa plays Zappa, Yonder Mountain String Band, Man Man, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, and many more.

One slot still available is being left for fans to decide. The “Last Pick” promotion, presented by Forecastle and AbsolutePunk.net, allows fans to nominate their favorite local or regional band by visiting: http://usbankarena.com/lastpick.php. The winning band will be offered a spot on the East Stage, Friday, July 10th.

The complete stage schedule is available on our website: http://ForecastleFest.com/lineup.php.

Tickets are on-sale via http://ticketmaster.com/forecastle, all ticketmaster outlets, and your local, independent record store. Advance tickets are $40 per day, $100 for three days. Get them while they last.

FORECASTLE 2009 | AFTER-PARTIES

July 10th.

Designer Drugs
Jesse Jamz
Kid Color
Tim Norris

July 11th.

Pretty Lights
Hac Le

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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 2009 fest is expected to draw 20,000 patrons to the Louisville Waterfront ~ part of a scenic, $60 million dollar riverfront investment which draws 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

Dear Friends ~

Life aboard the ship is moving fast and furiously, as we make our final turn towards land. The countdown has officially begun: (4) weeks until the 8th annual Forecastle Festival, July 10th - 12th. Some exciting things happening here above deck. Here’s the updates:

CAMPGROUNDS: Forecastle campgrounds are now completely sold-out. Special thanks to everyone who purchased a ticket.

VOLUNTEERS: There are *a few* final volunteer spots available at this year’s festival. If you think you have what it takes to be a deckmate, e-mail Reem Bahouth at: forecastlestaffing@gmail.com

LAST PICK: You have the opportunity to pick the final band on the Forecastle roster. That’s right. Just visit: http://www.usbankarena.com/lastpick.php and nominate your favorite band for a prime spot at the 2009 festival.

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE: The official schedule to the festival will be released momentarily. Stay tuned to the website for details ~ http://www.forecastlefest.com

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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 2009 fest is expected to draw over 20,000 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