Ivydale

Indie rock, lo-fi

Slapback

Slapback is a rock band with a funk edge, a splash of blues and a dash of jazz. They are seasoned musicians who love to write, play and record music. They have a great live performance that will rock your socks off! Returning for year three.

Richie Parsons

Richie Parsons, veteran lead singer of Unnatural Axe, Future Dads, Band 19, The Gremies (famous for the picture sleeve for "No Surfin' In Dorchester Bay") is returning for year three.

Three At Home

Our sound is a cocktail of harmony-driven rock infused with soulful energy and emotion. Take the honest lyrics of Brandi Carlile, the tight harmonies of Fleetwood Mac, the passion and energy of Frank Turner, shake it vigorously inside a bottle of Lake Street Dive throwback vibes, and you get Three At Home. We were honored […]

Stiletto Torpedo

Stiletto Torpedo makes music for your brain to be challenged and your body to be attuned. Returning for year three.

Savin Hillbillies

The Savin Hillbillies are a five-piece ensemble playing old-time Country & Western and Irish songs tailor-made for foot-stamping, howling, clapping, and of course, singing along. Featuring the songs of Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, the Clancy Brothers, the Wolfetones, and many, many more, the band's spirited approach to performance is matched by their dedication to sharing […]

Stanley & Grimm

Celtic duo Stanley & Grimm entertain with a celebration of traditional music through old and new interpretations of jigs, reels, and songs played with lively fiddle, guitar, and voice. Fiddler Nikki Engstrom and singer/guitarist Sean Brennan create a musical journey through a bounty of fiddle tunes and ballads of all origins, alongside modern tunes and […]

Side Street The Band

SideStreet is an indie Americana/folk trio based in suburban Boston. We're noted for original compositions and tight vocal harmonies as well as innovative cover song interpretations. The SideStreet sound is a mixture of myriad influences each member brings to the stage and recording studio. Bob Littman (Mandolin/Violin/Vocals), Eric Luskin (Guitar/Mandolin/Vocals) and George Pultz (Guitar/Vocals) create […]

Woundikin

Landing somewhere between the soft mournfulness of Ray LaMontagne and the stark beauty of The Tallest Man on Earth, Boston based singer-songwriter Woundikin delivers his songs in a voice that sounds simultaneously airy and gritty while floating above wild strumming and delicate finger-picking. His latest single, “So It Goes,” is available on all streaming platforms. […]

Irish Whispa

With its Driving Vocals, Upbeat Sound, Irish Whispa can be found playing in the pubs of New England. Returning from 2023.

Sidy Maiga

Sidy’s expertise in traditional Malian and West African music was just the beginning of his professional musical journey. He employs global rhythms that are as expressive as they are joyful. Sidy collaborates regularly with local and international musicians, curating impressive festivals that shine a spotlight on African music and its evolution throughout the Diaspora. Returning […]

Racky Thomas

The Racky Thomas Band is deeply rooted in the traditional sounds of the blues in all its different dimensions. Stylings range from traditional Chicago blues, acoustic country blues, gospel. Returning for year three.

Codeswitch

Codeswitch is a Boston-based, open format DJ. He's back in action for Dorchfest year three.

MyNameIsBlueSkye

From Dorchester, MA, mynameisblueskye is a keyboard-playing singer-songwriter whose music, which bears both straightforward and sarcastic lyricism, wraps around the experience of being both black and autistic. Returning for year three.

Paul Willis

Paul Willis is a Hip Hop emcee and Spoken Word poet with ties to youth-focused, arts, education and social justice nonprofits. A talented teaching artist with experience as a diversity, equity and inclusion consultant, Paul brings a brand of Hip Hop that combines emotionally intelligent storytelling with a desire to build a beloved community like […]