I know Bonnaroo, Pitchfork, Lollapalozza et al are all the rage, but how great does this festival in Portland, Oregon sound? The name is Pickathon and it’s lineup is a who’s who and who’s that? of americana, folk, indie folk and eclectic roots music. Highlights include Langhorne Slim, The Gourds, Crooked Still, Jolie Holland, Wayne Hancock, The Everybodyfields, Sean Hayes, Justin Townes Earle, and on and on. The festival takes place on an 80 acre farm with views of Mt. Hood.
As is always the case with S:I here’s a couple of artists that you may not have heard of (but should have!) that are playing the fest.
Half Day Vacation – Tom Heinl
Poor Children – Ian Thomas
East Texas Rust – Shinyribs