With influences and a bloodline connected back to bygone festivals such as Wanee and Bear Creek, Amp Jam #1 was a special treat and a gift for the longtime Suwannee faithful. Gov’t Mule, Dumpstphunk, Lettuce, Eggy, The Headhunters, Eddie Roberts and the Lucky Strokes, Diggin’ Dirt, The Legendary JC’s, Electric KIF, Shak Nasti and more treated the masses to three days of music, art, food, and frivolity. The intimacy of the setting, along with old friends and a manageable schedule that allowed for visiting time all contributed to a laid back weekend of down-home Florida goodness.

They were back in Florida with a mandate to travel on as few miles of interstate as possible. There was no way Lucy was taking I-4 from St. Pete to DeLand. That parking lot would devour her body and soul, rendering the leftovers unrecognizable. Anyway, since her blowout in Jacksonville, the Oldsmowagon was jittery between 65 and 70. All the better reason to slow down and take the backroads. After all, this is Florida in March. God’s country.

Yo, crack a book bro. These woods belong to Mario and Spencer and for all the old friends, there’s always a couple of friends that you’ve managed to miss all these years. This is how you get to know everyone at the park, one hippy at a time. It might take your whole life. The old gypsy woman was correct. It was a portent of things not exactly sideways but more corkscrewed. It was old school fun and a loop of friends coming together for another romp in the woods. Meow and meow.

Some of Lucy’s earliest memories of the park was Gov’t Mule playing “Fearless” in the field. She was hanging with the angels from A Bazaar Universe when she heard the familiar sound of a Warren Haynes guitar. It wiggled up her back and it was good to be home. She hung out on the back rail where she could enjoy the music and hassle the pedestrians on main street. The sound was clear and loud. She would usually be content there, but something special was happening. First, the horns gathered on stage left and underneath everything she could hear the beginning tricklings of “Spanish Moon” that would drag her, like a tractor beam, straight down to the pit. Thrilled it wasn’t filled with lawn chairs, she grabbed the nearest hoodlum and slow danced on the dance floor under the Spanish Moss.

“There’s whiskey and bad cocaine
Poison get you just the same
And if that… that don’t… kill you soon
The women will down at the Spanish Moon.”

The focus on the Amphitheater Stage had proven to be a sound idea. Everyone was there together. In between set breaks and artists there was plenty of time to walk back to camp for a refresher course. Easy peasy lemon squeezy. Everyone was together with nowhere else to go. And of course the lurking from camp to camp that makes camping festivals so different. That’s where the sauce is.

The Fallout Shelter was in full effect thanks to Pedro and Gaylord for showing up early and homesteading the site. Her “flea market” stylings contributed to the overall inner-city funk.

Possum moonshine and other potential disasters. Lucy was never one to cast the first stone but storing jars of formaldehyde directly next to jars of moonshine seemed like a recipe for some quality original content. They were both quart Ball jars and looked identical, except for the opossum tail and claws in the latter. Something about boots made of squirrel and opossum, as seen in the October Banana Republic catalog. Some mysteries are best left unsolved and what happens at the Street Walker’s house stays at the Street Walker’s house.

Any fool could see the event was a success. Something about focusing the energy on the Amphitheater Stage added to the ambiance. Things were dense with quality fun, in every direction. There was ample time to lurk about and find shenanigans in what many of the patrons call home, or church or whatever. This is Live Oak. The alpha and the omega. When you dance here you are dancing with many ghosts, born of celebration and music.

It wasn’t her fault. Blame the PTSD but she forgot Bfly was filling the bed with air and had plugged the pump into the back of her truck. She wasn’t driving fast when she left but it didn’t matter and was already too late. The cord attached to the mattress jerked violently and yanked the bed outside the tent…except the door was too small for the Texas king mattress and the entire tent was grabbed and dragged along toward hippy trail. Throw me something mister.

These are certainly strange and colorful times we live in. Seems that there were forgotten tunnels leading from the park all the way to Ole Mexico. Tricky times to be sneaking around, to be sure, but what’s a wook to do? Who was that getting “braced”, sitting bookended, on the back of somebody else’s ride. Apparently not everybody is into Mulakas, Dino. The Suwannee River Pirates don’t like it when folks trap their crew. The glaring lack of Jolly Rogers and privateers illustrated just how unsafe the waters can be off the Barbary Coast.

Can we be real? Lucy made no bones about it, on many occasions she was known to miss out on sets because she was a bonefide camp monkey, but when Horhay and the uncommon Street Walker invited her to the Daze Between Band, how could she know what brand of funk lay ahead? Featuring John Scofield, Ivan Neville, Eric Krasno, Tony Hall, Ian Neville, Deven Trusclair, Jennifer Hartswick, Ryan Zoidis, Alex Wasily, Viveca Hawkins, Ari Teitel and guests, this set celebrated the career of George Porter Jr. in slick funky fashion. Playing the first three songs off the Robert Palmer debut album, Sailin’ Shoes, Hey Julia and Sneakin’ Sally Through the Alley, they pushed into Get Out of My Life Woman and Yes We Can Can….a true Toussaintathon and one of the best sets she’d seen in a while.

Did that fruitcake really ask if she liked kimonos? Of course she liked kimonos? God is her copilot. You’re welcome for her service. What do you know about the Burma anyway?

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Pound Town, Stripper Poles and Beyond. It was the only bar he hadn’t been banned from and somehow his credit was still good. They’d been kidnapped earlier by the Jason waterfall and ended up on the stripper pole. Don’t judge. Things were moving pretty fast and the nights without sleep were beginning to catch up.  J Sploosh pulled up to Pound Town and poured everyone into the bar, promptly ordering the special, raw milk with Cialis rim. Drifting too far from the shore, Baitbucket and Bfly Irish goodbyed their chauffeur and proceeded to stroll back to the camp. Not far from the Hulaween Kamp they were picked up by the Cracker Train and promises of rides back to  camp turned to dust as they were promptly shenghaied right back to Pound Town. Warm crawfish and pretty girls anyone? The lesson, if a man needs one, is not to have plans and don’t argue with the Suwannee. She knows what she’s doing and she always provides.

Thanks to Steph Giera for taking the reigns on the festival poster and bringing the camp their precious Horhay. Putting the whore in George.

Just what exactly is happening here? The Street Walkers’ banana liquor had upended in his pocket and was running down his leg like some kind of viscous oil slick. It was time for a costume change before that splooge and the moonshine came into contact with a cigarette ember and burst into flames. The rendering of opossum fat is not a pleasant aroma and once you’ve taken it in, it lingers for a time.

By the time the rains came Sunday afternoon, the party was all but over. The Hobo Kamp slid into the womb of the Bill Monroe Shrine and picked a few more songs and enjoyed some leftover liquor before it was finally time to lay down and celebrate another successful jaunt in the forest. Namaste y’all.

At the end of the day their books were in the red and once again, swamp thugs had kidnapped their chicken. Lucy knew this time they’d made a crucial mistake for no longer did they negotiate with terrorists. Thanks to Plugged’N Production for the site lighting. Visit the Amp Jam website and like their social media sites on Facebook, Instagram, X and reddit. Please remember, although it may seem advanced, we use no A.I., but rather, all good, old-fashioned, free-range, man meat. You’re welcome. You’re worth it.

Thanks for making Wranglers Media your number one source for entertainment news. This whole rap has pretty much been the same for ten years so by now you gotta know what’s coming. Half-ass, low bar, rehash pulp. Believe what you want. Follow the Wranglers as we head back to SOSMP for Suwannee Spring Reunion with more of the greasiest Mexican and Ka’aoli and the five-year plan. Join Gainesville’s best at the Kamp Happiness family jam with Blancito and Lucienda Rosalita. Kick off your shoes and sit a spell.

En Pablo confiamos.

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Suwannee Spring Reunion is pleased to present the daily schedules! The lineup includes performers with long histories of epic Suwannee performances along with a history of showcasing some surprise one-of-a-kind collaborations. With many acts playing multiple times, music will be staged in a variety of areas, including Big Cosmo’s Amphitheater, the Music Farmers Stage at The Porch and The Back Porch, Music Hall, and The Tent.

Suwannee Spring Reunion 2025 Lineup & Days to Play:

Keep up with Wranglers Media as we head to SOSMP for Amp Jam #1 and then it’s family jam time with Spring Reunion. After that, Tipper and Friends and Resonate lie on the Suwannee horizon.

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Remember lounging in a stranger’s hammock, listening to Gov’t Mule cover “Fearless” while the kids rode their bikes hither and yon with Dumpstaphunk sets that felt like they’d last all night. Remember the drum circle in the back of the Pine Field that did last all night? “Why am I sleeping in your golf cart? Good question.” There is a new wind blowing. Return to the park as we all set up our camps with lights and absolute gibberish. Beware the Suwannee River Pirates. Find Kamp Happiness near the Bill  Monroe Pavilion and join the family jam. Join Pedro, Gaylord, Moonshine and who knows what other surprises remain hidden.

“Spirit of Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida is loving home and proud host to dozens of eclectic music festivals dating back decades. Thousands of fans from around the world return time and again, flocking to frolic freely in this sacred space, to dance, commune, connect and coalesce around the intergenerational, genre-spanning live music gatherings. Centrally-located within the sprawling 800-acre campground venue is a celestial crown-jewel, the Amphitheater Stage, a majestic, tree-lined natural bowl with amazing acoustics, set amidst turkey oaks and dogwoods, framed by towering pines dripping in Spanish moss. The brilliant organic beauty creates crucial shade and an intimate container; familiar faces cultivate a familial atmosphere with filial traditions passed down from onstage to the rage. With world-class musicians blessing the Amphitheater Stage year after year, the sum of these sensory parts provide a unique, high-fidelity concert experience that rivals iconic amphitheaters like Colorado’s renowned Red Rocks or Washington’s breathtaking Gorge.”

“Taking place March 6-8, 2025, the inaugural Amp Jams is the first in a series of smaller, focused festivals that intend to spotlight the storied history of The Amphitheater Stage, showcasing numerous artists that are essential to the lineage, legacy, and timeless energy of this hallowed spot. Warren Haynes traces deep roots to SOSMP – and the granddaddy of ‘em all: Wanee Festival – performing extensively with the Allman Brothers Band and his own Gov’t Mule for many years. Certified OGs like Dumpstaphunk, George Porter Jr., Lettuce, and Eddie Roberts (New Mastersounds) each anchored the beloved Bear Creek Music & Arts Festival across a legendary eight-year run. The plan for Amp Jams is to facilitate a reconnection with the Suwanee musical family, congregate the faithful to the park, and to distill the peerless SOSMP experience into its most potent form. Remove the distractions and make only funky decisions on the mighty Amphitheater Stage all weekend long.” -B. Getz of Upful LIFE

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Thanks to Paul for keeping up involved with all the silliness and park personnel for continuing to put up with our shenanigans. Follow the Wranglers as we head into Suwannee Spring Reunion. SOSMP continues its fall season as Tipper comes back for one more in April and Resonate descents on your face in May. It’s a hard knock life. Believe what you want.

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Set against the backdrop of its enchanting, art-filled forest, attendees can look forward to the signature blend of top tier electronic talent that Elements Festival is known for, offering a diverse range of sounds and experiences suited to every taste.

Featuring some of the most noteworthy names in dance music, headliners for the 2025 edition include celebrated chart-topping superstar Illenium, world renowned electronic musician deadmau5, electronic visionary Rezz, Deadbeats label heads Zeds Dead, high priestess of hard techno Sara Landry, and energetic performance duo Sofi Tukker (DJ Set).

The stacked billing expands with the darker sonics of forward thinking producer Liquid Stranger, the return of legendary house act Claude VonStroke, trip-hop pioneer Tipper, UK drum & bass flag bearers Chase & Status, and the larger than life DJ Diesel aka Shaquille O’Neal.

House and techno enthusiasts can look forward to performances from in demand collaborator Wax Motif, Dutch sensation Mau P, techno powerhouse Eli Brown, esteemed house production duo SIDEPIECE, piano-house icon LP Giobbi, techno new school selector Layton Giordani, and fast riser Max Styler.

Hard hitting sonics will also prevail with acts like rock-influenced dance pioneers Sullivan King B2B Kayzo, meteoric electronic acts Levity and Tape B who will play individual sets in addition to a B2B, drum & bass producer Reaper, and rising Toronto bass DJ and producer Canabliss among the phase one slate.

“We’re thrilled to bring you our most diverse lineup yet – featuring top current acts, emerging talent, throwback classics, and fresh genres for curious explorers. With “Flavors” across four main stages and smaller experiences, we encourage wandering to discover something new. A big thank you for all the awesome ideas we got from our DJ survey participants – you’re partners in shaping the future of Elements Festival!”, says Elements Co-Founder Timothy Monkiewicz.

Elements Festival’s four main stages embody the natural forces it celebrates. The Fire stage crackles with high-energy performances for thrill seekers, while Earth transforms into a surreal dreamscape of glowing trees, cosmic mushrooms, and floating jellyfish. Air serves as a hidden sanctuary of sound nestled deep within the woods, while Water becomes a sunlit playground with acrobats, playful characters, and festivalgoers are encouraged to embrace swimwear and dive into an immersive 360° stage experience.

Elements has evolved into a standout multi-day camping festival, thriving at its location of Long Pond set in the woodlands near the racetrack featuring an on-site solar farm to drive sustainability initiatives. Fans can explore art cars reminiscent of Burning Man and rows of guest-created theme camps known as Vibe Villages amidst the grounds, large-scale art installations, interactive performances, and 3D video projection mapping, alongside a Health & Wellness lineup offering yoga, sound baths, aromatherapy, dance, comedy, and multidisciplinary workshops.

Elements Co-Founder Brett Herman adds, “At Elements you’re living on a different planet for 3-4 days. There’s so much to experience beyond the music, there’s always something happening in the Bizarre, Fun Factory, Plaza, Wellnest, and countless other places in the festival grounds… Just moving from place to place you’re guaranteed to strike sparks, start a side quest, and find like-minded vibes.”

One of the most unique things about Elements is its participatory culture. From fans hosting interactive camps in the Vibe Villages, to curating pop-up performances along the paths and creating surprise happenings in the woods, the festival invites, embraces, and supports its festival family that aspire to BE the Elements.

Another cornerstone of Elements’ community spirit is the Art of Change program, designed to uplift marginalized voices. In 2024, the program focused on environmental change. Applications for the 2025 Art of Change program will open closer to the event, while submissions for Vibe Villages, artists, and performers are now live.

Tier Three GA and VIP passes are available through the official Elements Festival website as well as an all-new option for 2025, dubbed the “Entourage Pass”, which grants backstage access & more. Attendees can choose from diverse accommodations, including car camping, glamping, nearby hotels, and ready-to-go RVs or tents. Shuttle passes, providing transport from major Northeast cities, are also on offer for those preferring not to drive.

Elements Festival 2025 Phase One Lineup (ABC by Tier)
deadmau5, Illenium, Mau P, Rezz, Sara Landry, Sofi Tukker (DJ Set), Tipper, Zeds Dead, Chase & Status, Claude VonStroke (The Return), DJ Diesel aka Shaq, Eli Brown, Liquid Stranger, Sullivan King B2B Kayzo, Tape B, Tape B B2B Levity, Wooli, ALLEYCVT, Boogie T, BUNT., Layton Giordani, Levity, LP Giobbi, Max Styler, Papadosio, SIDEPIECE, Sunsquabi, Wax Motif, AHEE, Boogie T.Rio, Canabliss, Crumb Pit, Cyclops, Eater, Golden Pony, The Illustrious Blacks, Layz, LondonBridge, Maddy O’Neal, MADGRRL, Max Low, Moon Hooch, Reaper, Sneezy, Splintered Sunlight, The Sponges, Vincent Antone, Baby Kush, Earth Signs, HVNLEE B2B Luna Mar, Koopmusic, Narashima, Papyon.

Visit the Elements Music and Arts Festival website and like their social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. The world is your bivalve. Keep up with the wranglers as we forth into the fray. Welcome to the ten-year tour. The train is pulling away from the station.

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Thursday Night Kickoff Party at The Lost Paddle. Mountain Music Festival kicks off in style on Thursday night with an epic Kickoff Party at The Lost Paddle, featuring live performances from Natalie Brooke, The Kind Thieves, and Sneezy. Known for her electrifying keyboard skills and high-energy performances, Natalie Brooke will set the tone for an unforgettable evening. Joining her are local favorites The Kind Thieves, whose Appalachian-infused jam sound is a festival staple, and Sneezy, bringing their funky, feel-good grooves to the stage. Admission to this exclusive Thursday night show is included with early arrival camping passes, making it the perfect way for early birds to dive into the festival spirit, enjoy great music, and soak in the magical vibes of the New River Gorge before the weekend officially begins.

Friday Night on the Mountaintop. Friday night at Mountain Music Festival promises a thrilling lineup of diverse musical talent, headlined by the cosmic grooves of Daniel Donato. Known for his signature “Cosmic Country” sound, Donato will bring a mind-bending blend of country, rock, and psychedelic jams to the stage. Joining him are festival favorites Kendall Street Company, whose genre-defying blend of rock, jazz, and funk always delivers a lively, unpredictable performance. Adding to the evening’s magic is Shadowgrass, a young, high-energy bluegrass band known for their intricate picking and heartfelt harmonies, while Laid Back Country Picker rounds out the lineup with his laid-back, honky-tonk style and witty storytelling. With this stellar mix of artists performing under the stars, Friday night at Mountain Music Festival promises an unforgettable musical journey for all.

Saturday Night with Tropidelic & Big Something. Saturday night at Mountain Music Festival brings an explosive finale to the mountaintop at ACE Adventure Resort, featuring a powerhouse lineup that will keep the crowd dancing late into the night. Headlining the evening is Tropidelic, whose infectious fusion of reggae, hip-hop, and funk guarantees a high-energy set packed with grooves and good vibes. Sharing the spotlight is Big Something, known for their expansive sound that blends rock, funk, and electronic elements with an improvisational twist. Fans can also look forward to a captivating performance by Neighbor, a rising jam band celebrated for their dynamic live shows and intricate musicianship. Adding to the night’s diverse soundscape are Isaac Hadden, whose soulful guitar-driven jams offer a fresh take on blues and funk, and Electro Lust, who will deliver pulsating beats and electronic rhythms to get the party started. Saturday night promises a vibrant and eclectic musical experience to close out an unforgettable festival weekend.

Late Night Shows in The Pigment Sanctuary. The late-night shows at Mountain Music Festival are where the party continues long after the main stage lights go down, offering an intimate and immersive experience inside the vibrant Pigment Sanctuary Art Gallery. These late-night performances are known for their eclectic energy and unique atmosphere, surrounded by stunning art installations. On Thursday night, the festivities kick off with the wild, high-energy performance of MINKA, known for their theatrical style and dance-inducing grooves. Friday night keeps the momentum going with Buddhagraph Spaceship, whose spacey, psychedelic jams will take listeners on a cosmic journey. Finally, Future Joy closes out the weekend on Saturday night with a futuristic blend of saxophone-driven funk, bass-heavy beats, and live electronic elements. With limited capacity and an up-close connection to the artists, the late-night shows are a can’t-miss highlight of the festival, perfect for those who want to keep the music alive into the early hours.

Get Your Tickets Now. Early bird tickets for Mountain Music Festival, happening June 5th – 7th, 2025, are on sale now, offering fans the best deal for an incredible weekend of music and outdoor adventure at ACE Adventure Resort. This is your chance to lock in discounted admission to one of the most exciting music festivals in the region, featuring a stellar lineup of artists, late-night shows, and endless outdoor activities in the stunning New River Gorge. But don’t wait—prices will increase on February 1st, so grab your early bird tickets now to save and guarantee your spot at this unforgettable three-day event. Whether you’re a longtime attendee or a first-timer, Mountain Music Festival promises an experience filled with amazing music, art, 0nature, and community!

Revisit some MMF nuggets from the Wranglers archives and unlearn what you have learned. For your eyes only. Loose lips sink ships. 2021: Please Don’t Eat the Cicadas. 2022: Grandma Stole the Chatch? 2023: Lasting Impressions. 2024: Snapchat Love and the Blind Spectrum. Believe what you want.

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Bill Nershi of the band added, “The outdoor amphitheater at The Caverns is beautiful, but when we played our show in the cave, you could really feel the energy. Truly magical.”

Full CaveJam Line-Up: The String Cheese Incident, The Infamous Stringdusters, Andy Frasco & The U.N., Armchair Boogie, BERTHA: Grateful Drag, Dizgo, Hayley Jane Band, The Headhunters, Jesse Roper, Pajamas, and Space Bacon.

Beyond the music, guests can take cave tours—including both guided walking tours for everyone and adventure tours with helmets and knee pads—or join yoga and sound bath sessions, bring their own instruments to participate in an open cave jam, and attend a couple of special workshops. There will also be activities for kids, making CaveJam a destination festival for the whole family.

“Now in its second year, CaveJam has become a signature springtime festival here at The Caverns,” says Joe Lurgio, The Caverns’ General Manager. “Our seasoned, music-loving team is dedicated to creating an unforgettable experience for both fans and artists, building on everything we’ve learned from our past events and festivals while always sprinkling in new festival magic everywhere we can.”

CaveJam offers a range of VIP glamping options that complement the venue’s unique appeal, from caving experiences and a lively campground with a vibrant “Shakedown Street” of craft vendors to the breathtaking surroundings of the outdoor amphitheater. Guests can enjoy dancing, food trucks, and of course, live music in the beautiful cave that defines The Caverns experience.

Underground Music. All CaveJam ticket holders will get to experience the magic of live music in The Caverns’ legendary underground venue, with performances by several bands from the lineup throughout the weekend.

The String Cheese Incident make a highly anticipated return to the cave for a rare intimate, late-night set on Sunday, May 25. New for 2025, a second late-night cave show will feature BERTHA: Grateful Drag on Saturday, May 24. Both of these special sets are included with VIP packages.

For general admission guests, limited bundled 3-day tickets include admission to both The String Cheese Incident and BERTHA: Grateful Drag’s late-night sets.

On-Site Accommodation Options. CaveJam attendees can choose from a range of accommodations to suit different preferences and budgets. At the top end is The Caverns’ secluded yurt village, offering climate-controlled yurts with king-size beds, private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and private decks. Other glamping options include luxury canvas bell tents, complete with queen beds, bedding, a bistro table, and more. For a cost-effective VIP option, there are Pre-Pitched Tent Packages with amenities like two cots, a canopy, camp chairs, and a tent light. Guests who prefer to bring their own camping gear can still enjoy all VIP perks by selecting a VIP Camping Package. RV camping passes are also available. Free car camping is included with all CaveJam tickets.

VIP Perks and Amenities. All VIP packages include access to both festival days, early campground entry on Friday, May 23, guaranteed access to The String Cheese Incident’s late-night cave set, and admission to BERTHA: Grateful Drag’s cave show. VIP guests also enjoy multiple VIP viewing areas, catered brunches and dinners, VIP restroom trailers and showers, an exclusive restroom in the amphitheater, private cash bar with daily discounted Happy Hours, access to charging stations, free massages, and on-site VIP concierges. Lastly and new to CaveJam, shuttle transportation to and from the campground has been added for VIPs in 2025.

Get Your CaveJam Tickets Early. CaveJam tickets start at $179 and, new for 2025, include free camping. Guests can start a payment plan for as little as $54 down. Sign-ups are now open (Sign Up Link) for venue pre-sale access on Thursday, November 21 at Noon CT. General on-sale begins Friday, November 22 at Noon CT. Past CaveJam buyers will receive a unique access code to unlock special loyalty pricing.

For the best access to VIP packages, including guaranteed entry to the exclusive cave sets, guests are encouraged to secure tickets and accommodations early for CaveJam at The Caverns in Grundy County, Tennessee. Visit the CaveJam website and like their social media channels on Facebook and Instagram. Welcome to the portal.

About The Caverns: Nestled in Grundy County, Tennessee, The Caverns is a world-renowned destination known for live music in beautiful natural settings, the Emmy-winning PBS television series The Caverns Sessions, and a magical cave system for different skill levels of exploration. Inside The Caverns subterranean venue, guests to “The Greatest Show Under Earth” revel in the prehistoric venue’s natural acoustics and otherworldly beauty. The outdoor amphitheater sits at the foot of the Cumberland Plateau with the rolling Tennessee hills as a backdrop. Whether underground or above ground, live music at The Caverns is a bucket list experience that keeps fans coming back time and again. Overnight yurt accommodations are available throughout most of the year, and on-site camping is available after most shows. Daily guided walking tours and adventure cave tours of The Caverns cave system are also offered 7 days a week.

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Electric Forest unveils the initial lineup for its 2025 edition, returning to Rothbury, Michigan from June 19-22, 2025. One of the world’s most celebrated festivals, Electric Forest is an all-encompassing experience, defined by total immersion through its pillars of music, art, community, and exploration. Electric Forest’s 2025 lineup represents its commitment to showcasing the best and brightest of electronic, jam, and world music, continuing to be a beacon for what’s next across these scene-defining genres.

Headliners include French electro pioneers Justice, fan-favorite Aussie party starter FISHER, GRAMMY-nominated Disclosure (DJ Set), the dreamy grooves of prolific Houston three-piece Khruangbin, and Forest Family favorites Louis The Child. Additional highlights include the mind-melting sonics of Liquid Stranger and Of The Trees, the high priestess of hard techno Sara Landry, meteoric Scottish multi-instrumentalist Barry Can’t Swim, the legendary Tiësto, jam band visionaries The String Cheese Incident performing two incidents, superstar Brazilian globetrotter Mochakk, and Sub Focus, Dimension, Culture Shock, and 1991’s drum & bass behemoth WORSHIP.

Programming the best of international talent, Electric Forest’s 2025 lineup also features UK’s next-gen jungle sensation Nia Archives, Toronto clubland innovator BAMBII, Brazilian flag bearer Maz, Swedish composer and multi-instrumentalist Arc De Soleil, and Colombian psychedelic funk trio BALTHVS. The ever-eclectic lineup also features genre-crossing acts bbno$, Joey Valence & Brae, and GASHI alongside eclectic favorites like Caribou, Confidence Man, The Free Label, Mindchatter, and Forest veteran Dixon’s Violin.

Flavors of house and techno are represented by the likes of Gordo, Cloonee, Blond:ish, Lilly Palmer, Loco Dice, Will Clarke, ØTTA, and Pretty Pink; while trap, bass and low-end frequencies come courtesy of Mersiv, Crankdat, Hamdi, YDG, Zingara, and Jade Cicada. Electric Forest will also continue to foster a home for underground talent, where acts like BIIANCO, Ahmed Spins, Interplanetary Criminal, Fcukers, and TAAHLIAH will grace its stages. Many more lineup names will be announced in the coming months.

Continuing the tradition of engaging the Forest Family in creative reveals, Electric Forest sparked lineup speculation and excitement in the community. First posting discreet hints on official social media channels, then sending poems, limericks, and coded messages to various Loyalty Tiers via SMS, astute fans began to piece together which of their favorite artists would appear on the 2025 lineup. Finally, EF Radio, a community-driven radio platform dedicated to broadcasting frequencies from The Forest, spun a curated playlist of artists on the lineup, mixed with messages from fans who called in and correctly guessed 2025 artists, leading into the official lineup reveal.

Electric Forest provides a participatory sanctuary for creative expression and limitless connection. Through the celebrated fan-participation Plug In Programs, Forest Family has the unique opportunity to shape their festival experience alongside Forest HQ. Applications are open now for select programs – learn more about The Wish Machine, Art Installation Sponsorship, Art Spark!, and The Digital Brainery here, and stay tuned for more information about additional Plug In Programs to open soon.

Electric Forest’s Loyalty Program, designed to reward returning Forest Family, begins its On Sale with 10 in The Forest on Tuesday, December 3 at Noon ET with all subsequent Loyalty Tiers following until Thursday, December 5.

The General Public On Sale for Electric Forest 2025 will begin at Noon ET on Friday, December 6. To register for access and more information about the EF Loyalty Program, available Passes and Packages – including the new Good Life Meadow, Hotel Packages, and more – visit the Festival’s official website.

Electric Forest Initial 2025 Lineup (A-Z)
1tbsp, 33 Below, Ahmed Spins, Arc De Soleil, BALTHVS, BAMBII, Barry Can’t Swim, bbno$, Beltran, BIIANCO, Blond:ish, BUNT., Caribou, Cloonee, Confidence Man, Crankdat, CVBZ, Disclosure (DJ Set), Dixon’s Violin, Evening Elephants, Fcukers, FISHER, GASHI, Gordo, Hamdi, Interplanetary Criminal, Jade Cicada, Joey Valence & Brae, Justice, Khruangbin, Lilly Palmer, Liquid Stranger, Loco Dice, Loods, Loofy, Louis the Child, LowDown Brass Band, Maz, Mersiv, Mindchatter, Mochakk, Moody Good, Nia Archives, Of The Trees, ØTTA, Pocket, Pretty Pink, Riordan, Roi Turbo, Sara Landry, Say She She, TAAHLIAH, The Free Label, The Philharmonik, The String Cheese Incident, Tiësto, Villager, WAKYIN, Will Clarke, WonkyWilla, WORSHIP (Sub Focus, Dimension, Culture Shock, 1991), YDG, Zingara.

Keep up with Wranglers Media as we celebrate ten years of internet glory and the ultimate search for truth and the world’s best grouper sandwich. Please remember to leave your Jolly Rogers as home unless you want them flapping behind someone’s golf cart. Ed. note-All of the Jolly Rogers taken at EForest were subsequently retook at Lost Lands and Hulaween. We are all about that life. Namaste y’all.

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In addition to general ticket options, Resonate Suwannee is offering convenient payment plans, allowing fans to secure their spot with just 10% down and monthly installments leading up to the event. Primitive camping is included with ticket purchases, and upgraded sites and cabins will be available for those seeking enhanced accommodations. Upgraded campsites and cabins are reserved for previous buyers from Resonate 2024 for 30 days from November 8th. After that, any available cabins or sites will be released to other buyers. To reserve a cabin or upgraded campsite, guests should contact the SOSMP Office at (800) 224-5656.

Presented by Essential Productions, a prominent Midwest-based music event production team, Resonate Suwannee is excited to announce a new partnership with Etix. Alongside their user-friendly, cloud-based ticketing platform and exceptional customer service, Etix is also helping develop an official festival app. Through this app, festival goers will receive real-time notifications for lineup additions, ticket price increases, schedule announcements, and more—creating a more immersive and connected festival experience.

Tickets are on sale. Visit the Resonate Suwannee website and like their social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X. Welcome to the machine.

Essential Productions is a music event production company based in the Cincinnati, OH, and Northern Kentucky area. Partners Casey Schneider, Kevin Harris, and Zack Szabo began booking shows independently and combined forces in 2013. Most recently, EP has shifted its focus to Resonate Music and Arts Festival located at SOSMP.

The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park is set amid 800 acres of Spanish moss-draped oak and cypress along the Suwannee River, SOSMP is one of the most beautiful live music venues in the country. The park offers guest comforts, including a general store, a full-service restaurant, free showers, indoor bathrooms, and water
stations. Visit the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park website and check out their social media sites on Facebook, Instagram and X.

For those who have partaken the serious vibe that is Resonate, spread the word. This is one you’re not going want to miss. Revisit these Suwannee Resonate nuggets of pleasure from the wranglers archives. Resonate “23: A Truly Beautiful Picture and Resonate “24: Pedro’s Lost Journal. Find the Kamp Happiness family at Resonate and unlearn what you have learned. Believe what you want.                         Namaste y’all.

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SOSMP offers guest comforts including a general store, full service restaurant, free showers, indoor bathrooms, and water stations. Upgraded camping, including RV hook ups and cabin rentals, as well as golf cart rentals are currently on sale. Reservations may be made by calling the Park office at (386) 364­-1683. SOSMP is located between Jacksonville, Florida & Tallahassee, Florida about 30 minutes south of the Georgia State line, about 45 minutes north of Gainesville and is host to a variety of events. Please visit the park’s web site for further information.

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“Well, the trail has been started and the initial adventures have been had, but the journey is still just starting at FestivalPark,” said John McBroom, FloydFest co-owner and CEO, and owner of FestivalPark. “We have listened to your advice and are implementing that valuable intel to continue developing our festival home. We hope you will notice and appreciate the touches our amazing team continues to curate, all the while helping us to continue to visualize all the new possibilities for this beautiful location. As the veils and curtains of ‘Aurora’ approach, we are excited to share our vision for next summer’s homecoming.”

The second round of lineup additions for FloydFest 25~Aurora is set for later this month, with more to follow over the next few months. All artists on the initial announce (and subsequent announces) can be discovered and explored via extensive bios, links and playlists here. “’Aurora’ symbolizes the beauty and mystery of nature,” said Jessica Taylor, FloydFest co-owner, CFO and VP of Operations. “We chose this theme to create a space for connection and awe, transporting patrons into an enchanting realm inspired by the northern skies through breathtaking art, performances and immersive experiences.” “As we emerged out of FloydFest 24~Horizon and reflected on the journey that led us to that milestone at FestivalPark, we found ourselves renewed, reenergized and reinspired to steward this festival, community and culture into the future, and that’s exactly what we’re going to do,” said Sam Calhoun, FloydFest co-owner and COO. “Arising from ‘Horizon,’ we now switch focus to ‘Aurora,’ visualizing its dynamic patterns of brilliance as metaphors for the FloydFest flow and family, defining the undefinable: our music, magic and mountains, our deep community of connection between our patrons and purposeful programming, and the indescribable beauty that can only be felt and understood in the moment on that mountain, together.”

Blue Cow Arts Foundation & Across-the-Way Productions released tickets — including Single-Day GA tickets & Single-Day Pair + Parking Bundles — for FloydFest 25~Aurora at noon ET on Friday, November 1, 2024, via the brand-new www.floydfest.com (and the festival’s new ticketing partner for 2025, See Tickets), as well as an initial sampling of the artist lineup that will descend on Floyd County, Va., July 23 to 27, 2025. Click here  for a direct link to tickets. Ticket prices will stay the same through Dec. 31, 2024, with price increases scheduled for Jan. 1, 2025, April 1, 2025, July 1, 2025, and for a final time at the gate. Info by ticket-type, as well as price tiers, can be viewed here.

New for 2025, Hotel Travel Packages are now available for FloydFest 25~Aurora, with accommodation options at the iconic & historic Hotel Roanoke (VIP) and the modern & plush SpringHill Suites Roanoke (GA). FloydFest Hotel Travel Packages are available paired with either (2) 5-Day GA tickets or (2) 5-Day VIP tickets for FloydFest 25~Aurora, and include a five-night hotel stay (and all associated hotel amenities), roundtrip shuttle transportation to and from the festival Wednesday through Sunday, plus (2) FloydFest Merchandise Bundles. A limited number of GA & VIP Hotel Travel Packages are available, so act fast to claim
this new boutique offering on FloydFest.com or https://tinyurl.com/FloydFest2025.

Also new for 2025, FloydFest now features an exclusive VIP parking & camping area for ‘Overland’ trucks/rigs/vehicles, located on the picturesque fence line at the top of VIP Parking. Each space is 20’x25’ and is designed for a vehicle + camping setup. This new ticket type is extremely limited; scroll to ‘VIP Overland Park & Camp Pass (20’x25’)’ under ‘VIP Tickets’ on the ticket page to purchase before they’re gone:

FloydFest.com is now fully updated for FloydFest 25~Aurora — visit the site to find:
• Brand-new and expanded FAQs: https://floydfest.com/floydfest-faqs/
• A Site Map, which will be regularly updated throughout the season: https://floydfest.com/site-map/
• The valued Partners of FloydFest 25~Aurora:
• The evolving lineup, artist information, playlists and links:
• Rules, a packing list and directions:
• Glamping info
• A Spotify playlist featuring artists from FloydFest 25~Aurora:
• Information on Festival Experiences (such as Outdoor Adventure, the Children’s Universe, and “Other Cool Stuff”), plus access to customer service, booking contacts, vendor info, volunteer info … and more!
As always, FloydFest will also include vibrant and varied vendors, quality craft brews and chews, healing arts, workshops and whimsy, camping and children’s activities, outdoor adventure, onsite art installations and a final lineup featuring almost 100 artists performing on seven+ stages over five days.

FloydFest is located at its new home, FestivalPark, located at 5826 Floyd Highway North in Check, Va. Find detailed directions, a packing list and rules by visiting https://floydfest.com/packing-list-rules-directions/. Updated FAQs can be found by visiting https://floydfest.com/floydfest-faqs/. Click to https://tinyurl.com/FloydFest2025 for a direct link to tickets. For more information, email info@floydfest.com. Stay informed via FloydFest’s newsletter at http://floydfest.com/newsletter/, and
find FloydFest on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Also, to sign-up for both our e-blast newsletters and Text Club, visit here.

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