Music and Entertainment

Music at the Festival: Something for Everyone!

by Leslie Douglas, Prime Time Entertainment

The Fremont Festival of the Arts is back again for its 26th year, with a large variety of music to please every taste! On the main stage at Paseo Padre Parkway and Mowry Avenue, we start out Saturday morning with Michelle Chappell at 10:00 a.m., performing her own brand of Americana and Folk music. Following Michelle, at noon, will be the J. C. Smith Band for those who prefer a little blues and soul. Beginning at 2:00, bring your salsa partner and head over for La Ventana. Their blend of Salsa, Gypsy Rock and Soul music are sure to have everyone dancing! Finally, at 4:00, Journey fans will have their fill of their favorite music with Evolution, a Tribute to Journey.

On Sunday, the Paseo Padre Stage will be off to a big start at 10:00 a.m. with Cold Storage performing a variety of fun, high energy music. At noon, get ready for Finding Stella, who are sure to take you back to the 70’s and 80’s with your favorite classic rock. At 2:00 p.m. we welcome Aja Vu. If you love the music of Steely Dan, then Aja Vu and their perfect tribute to the music we all love will have you singing along to your favorites. Finally, at 4:00, we will close the festival with Waterloo, a tribute to Abba. Whether you remember Abba from the 70’s or you are a new fan of the music from the movie Mama Mia, this is your chance to dance and sing to the live music of this classic band.

If you prefer a smaller, more intimate setting, you can enjoy some shade and the fabulous music at the State Street Club Stage. We open the day on Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. with Joe Baretta. Joe is a phenomenal singer/songwriter and it’s a real treat to have him perform. Next, we welcome the lilting folk music of Kellee Bradley beginning at 12:30 p.m. Kellee is coming to us all the way from Seattle, Washington so don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear her. At 2:30 p.m. the Mundaze are performing their original music; very danceable and upbeat. Closing on Saturday at 4 p.m., are Doghouse Riley, with a ferocious mix of rock and blues.

Sunday morning we open the State Street Club Stage with Anthony Johnson beginning at 11:00 a.m. Anthony is another really talented singer/songwriter with a voice you won’t soon forget. At 1 p.m. he will be followed by Times 4. This is your chance to enjoy the shade and hear some amazing contemporary jazz. Closing the day at 4 p.m. are the Bacchus Brothers. This fresh trio is a mix of rock, jazz, blues, funk, and country giving them a unique style all their own.

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