MIO — When it comes to music festivals showcasing Michigan bands and solo artists, this weekend’s regular attendees are Tohoku Music Festival At Mio, we rank among the most dedicated people you can find anywhere.
“This festival has an incredible variety of new and fresh music, from jam bands to bluegrass to folk to singer-songwriters,” says longtime festival supporter and attendee Craig Carrick. . “The sound is great and the vendors serve great food.”
Taking place this weekend, June 9-11 at the Oscoda County Fairgrounds, 1889 Caldwell Road in northern Michigan, this year’s festival includes Kitty Donohoe, Annie and Rod Caps, Performers from across the state include Dave Boutett and Christy Lynn Davis (Aspen). Jacobsen, The Whiskey Charmers, Jill Jack Band and Mike Ward, Ben Travers, Drew Nelson, Blue Water Ramblers and Chain of Lakes, Jen Sigit and Hatchwing Ryder, Charlie・Mirrored Band, etc.
See the full lineup of performances online at noreastrfest.org. The long-running festival also presents guitars to children to promote their musical education. Weekend tickets are $65 for adults ($95 with camping) and day passes are $35. Admission for children ages 13-17 is $5.
— See more Michigan music news and concert listings at LocalSpins.com. Email John Sinkevics (john@localspins.com).
