PERFORMER BIOS Bo b W i l s o n
(acoustic) Dr. Bob is a regular performer at Binghamton Porchfest. He teaches at Binghamton University. 70 Lincoln Ave., 2-3pm
Bra d M e rre l l
(folk rock) “I am a 22 year old singersongwriter from Endicott, writing songs about radio towers, melting glaciers, and occasionally hope. I’m a photographer in addition to being a musician, hence the moniker View Finder. I have an EP titled “Lost Clouds” being released on Urgency! Records later this year. 49 Rotary Ave., 5-7pm
Bro o k e A l b r i g h t & N i c k G ac i o c h
(country) Brooke and Nick are forming a new country group with a little rock thrown in. They are always ready to play good music so be prepared have a great time because they believe music is about bringing people together. They have played at some local bars including Buffalo Head Bar and Grill, Bawka’s, Lippy’s and private parties, along with both playing with other bands such as Two Dollar Pistol, Frostbit Blue and others. They both have a lot of music experience and when they met they knew they had to make music together. They both love and appreciate all the support from God, family and friends. 34 Davis St., 121pm
C h ri s B o dn ar c z uk
(folk/country) Chris Bodnarczuk is the founder and director of Binghamton Porchfest, publisher and editor-in-chief of local arts rag Triple Cities Carousel, former folk director and host of “Six More Miles with the Rumrunner” on WHRW and author of a 2012 collection of poetry, “Filthy Smut and Other Bedtime Stories.” Expect classic country and folk tunes and craigslist “missed connections” set to music. 7 Johnson Ave., 1-2pm 18 bi ng hamt onporc hfest.c o m
C elt i c Ch a rm JC
(scottish/irish fiddle) “Formed in 2010 by local fiddler MJ Wojtowitz, Celtic Charm of Johnson City plays a lively variety of instrumental Scottish and Irish fiddle music. You can find us jamming with a mixture of traditional tunes and contemporary compositions in the Scottish and Irish styles, interpreted though original arrangements. Our band includes several fiddles, a viola or two, Celtic flute, bagpipes, guitar, and keyboard. Expect a foot-tapping mix of reels, jigs, marches, strathspeys, airs, and more!” 46 Laurel Ave., 12-1pm
C o untin g F is h & A lG
(acoustic) Counting Fish & AlG (formerly known as Curbside Find) is an acoustic duo made up of members Pam Harris and Al Gnall. Performing an eclectic variety of music from the 60s to now, they have performed various local venues for the last two years. Why are they changing their name, and how did they come up with the new one? Just stop by at Porchfest and ask! 84 Murray St., 2-3pm
Dav is S treet S h a k edow n (grateful dead tunes) A Grateful Dead Tribute Band, formed just for Binghamton Porchfest, by musicians in several different bands, who love to play together and love the Dead. Come groove with them on Davis Street! 34 Davis St., 6-7pm
D ea r Red Riv er
(americana) Gathered together from the various Red Kettle Inn contingent, they seek to take their humble strummings from the dimly lit barroom into the light of a Sunday afternoon. Mandolin, guitar, cajon. Middle aged stepchildren of the American soundscape. 65 Murray St., 4-5pm
D ev in n e Meyers
(singer-songwriter) Devinne Meyers is a singer-songwriter with influences in folk, soul, and alternative genres. 7 Johnson Ave., 4-5pm
D irt Fa rm
(alternative country) As the first AltCountry band to emerge from the Binghamton region, The Dirt Farm Band has been a staple on the scene C r aig H awkin s for over 10 years. Established in early (folk/bluegrass/rock) Craig has been 2000 Dirt Farm was first used as performing since he could talk. Some moniker for singer/songwriter Jeff of his musical influences include Stachyra and then became a working bluegrass, classic rock, big band jazz, band in 2005. They have released and some newer pop. 19 Bennett 3 independent studio albums Ave., 1-2pm (Somewhere Near Itaska in 2002, Grampa in 2006 and Working The C r o ssP o in t P ra is e Soil in 2009) and 4 live recordings. 32 (contemporary praise and worship) Johnson Ave., 5-7pm CrossPoint Praise is the praise band for CrossPoint Community Church. D us ty Wayn e & Mr Pete They play mostly contemporary (folk rock) “We are a two-piece praise and worship music, with some band playing much of our original newer arrangements of traditional material from our 3 CDs, out in the Christian songs. Members include local establishments. We played Joyce Barber (vocals), Linda Dittmar Binghamton Porchfest last year and (keyboard/vocals), Elisabeth had a great time.” 69 Lathrop Ave., Evans (flute/vocals), Joy Randall 3-4pm (percussion), Keith Rogers (bass), Bill Witte (vocals), and Marcia Zick (vocals). 1 Grand Blvd., 12-1pm