2010 Festival Lineup
(See below for full band lineup, including stages and set times)
ShamrockFest '10 (SRF '10) is heralded as one of the greatest St. Patty's festivals in America. We are proud to announce that SRF '10 has assembled one of the most impressive and exciting entertainment showcases of any festival this side of Ireland. Get a load of this:
- Irish Main Stages: SRF '10 has successfully cornered the Celtic market, bringing you a lineup of the greatest Irish acts on earth. You will experience an exciting array of Irish music like never before including Irish punk, Celtic rock, folk and straight up Irish party bands..
- Taste of Ireland: Join the leaders in the Irish community including the most prominent Irish pubs and establishments at the DC Gaels Irish Village. This massive, tented atrium area features live, authentic Irish entertainers (Irish dancers, fiddlers, bagpipers, etc.), shenanigans and the "Shamrock Pub Games." (our own moronic twist on the Celtic games...you too can join in. Details coming soon)
- National Music Stages: Experience electrifying performances by some of the hottest party bands going. When we say party bands we mean PARTY BANDS.
- Local Rockers: DC has some of the best bands in the country. No need to go hopping around town; SRF '10 features the local elite, all in one venue...And, of course, that includes Dewey Beach's hottest party bands.
- Club DJ Zones: This is no joke. For you serious clubbers you will experience a merging of 15 of the world's premier spin-masters.
HiBall Events Stage
7:25 - 8:40 Train
Over the course of 15 years, Train has made its mark on music history with their Grammy-Award-winning song “Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)” and chart-topping singles “Meet Virginia” and “Calling All Angels.” Since forming in San Francisco in 1994, the multi-platinum selling band has traveled a long, successful and sometimes arduous journey. Following their 2006 release, For Me, It’s You, the band took a three-year hiatus, and in that time, Train has, for all intents and purposes, experienced an epiphany as a whole. Now, with their fifth album, Save Me San Francisco, Train has channeled their early days, revisiting the roots rock sound that has made the band such a tour de force – and, in turn, the band is united stronger than ever before.
With the premiere of "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" on March 2, 2009, The Roots instantly became one of the coolest house bands in late night television history.
The Roots are the influential and critically acclaimed Philadelphia-based band described by Rolling Stone as "one of the greatest live acts in the world" and by the Boston Globe as the "greatest hip-hop band in the land." The band has paved the way for live instrumental rap and have won numerous awards for their eclectic jazz-influenced approach to hip-hop, including two Grammys and a 2007 NAACP Image Award.
The greatest party band in the history of the world is back to make an historic performance at the ShamrockFest 2010.
This band started literally on Jan 1, 1994 and now, 16+ years later, here we are...still. You can't get rid of us, we will not go away, so suck it! =) Life is good, we love what we do and totally give props to anyone who has ever paid a cover charge to come rock out with us over the last 16+ years and beyond. We do this because people need sum juice. It's pretty lame out there so MRGG is here for your service. :-) So come say hello and party with us....IT'S A CELEBRATION!!
We're at ShamrockFest Trick! LMFAO is on a mission to capture their party into a way of life, and get everyone else on the LMFAO wagon, they started making original dance songs in their studio apartment to play in the clubs. In true DIY (Do-It-Yourself) fashion, Red and Sky released their "I'm In Miami Bitch" song on myspace and branded their signature look -- wearing loud colors, rockin' glasses with no lenses and always stayin' fly with one of their own self-designed shirt. LMFAO is flying in just for this party.
“SK6ERS,” as they’re also affectionately known, have carved a determined, inspiring path since forming in Western Massachusetts in 2003. An exceptional live act given to high-energy showmanship, The Sixers are closing in on their 1000th show with a newfound grit and gratitude. Stephen and core Sixers – Kit “Goose” Karlson (keys, bass, tuba, accordion) and Brian “Boots” Factor (drums, mandolin, banjo) -- are friends who act like brothers and switch off on their instruments to keep it fresh; much in the tradition of their collective heroes, The Band. “We’ve all opted to approach our life in the same way – trying to put integrity ahead of ambitions of fame and fortune, though we’d like that too... at least the fortune part,” Stephen says with a laugh.
Winner of “The Freshman” on MTV U – MTV calls Hotspur “Buzzworthy”!
This DC area band and Warped Tour Alum was recently chosen for Taco Bell's “Feed the Beat” program along with popular nationals All Amercican Rejects and Owl City, as one of the top 100 bands in the country. Alternative Press featured Hotspur as 'top unsigned' saying “Hotspur combine intricate piano and heartfelt melodies with enough electronics to keep pop-punk and club kids content”. Recently nominated for eight awards, including ”Best New Artist”, “Best Modern Rock Band, and “Best Songwriter”, by the Washington Area Music Assoc., Hotspur will rock you with non-stop energy. Constant touring, stadium caliber live performances, and tireless attention paid to their growing legion of fans will all contribute to one day making Hotspur a household name.
With a quaint hometown attitude and an explosive stage show, Along Those Lines has been hailed as one of the best new acts. Mixing hard rock and alternative has never felt so good for this Fairfax based band. A year after the release of the fast selling Along Those Lines EP, the band has set it’s sights on dominating the music scene in every area they play. You’re guaranteed to like what you hear, so come get addicted!
Carbon Leaf blasted into the national spotlight three years ago with their major label debut, Indian Summer and landed themselves at the ShamrockFest as well as Big Night DC. Carbon Leaf's brand of rootsy, Celtic-influenced rock originated in the same Richmond, VA, scene that nurtured Dave Matthews Band, Agents of Good Roots, and Pat McGee Band.
Dubbed by The Washington Post as "one of DC's most energetic and eclectic bands" Scythian (sith-ee-yin) falls nothing short of a "party band". Their high-energy, adrenaline-peddling, interactive brand of music has one goal in mind - to get people on their feet and dancing.
Led by a pair of young raging fiddlers, Scythian has a great respect and admiration for the traditional - the foundation of their music; nevertheless, Scythian is not afraid to wink at convention in search of a little fun, lending them an appeal to young and old alike. .
Taking their name from the worst year of the Irish Potato Famine, Black 47 burst onto the American scene in 1993 with its single, Funky Céilí from the CD, Fire of Freedom. The band’s signature eclectic sound, socio-political lyrics and off-the-wall live shows paved the way for other Irish influenced bands such as Flogging Molly and Dropkick Murphys. The band’s songs have long been used in political science and history courses in hundreds of high schools and colleges throughout the US.
In 2009, Charm City Saints unleashed one of the most original albums in it's genre. "Hooligans and Saints" is filled with melodic catchy hooks while still maintaining that raw gritty energy that is associated with Punk Rock. Melding Traditional instruments like the fiddle, mandolin, tin whistle, bouzouki and accordion with blazing guitars, shattering bass and thunderous drums, Charm City Saints forging a new path for the next generation of Celtic punk rockers!
Okay, you asked for them and we got 'em so they are comin' back. If you haven't seen the Street Dogs at the ShamrockFest you haven't really seen ShamrockFest...or the Street Dogs.
The Street Dogs, it is somewhat of an understatement to say, are from Boston. Mike McColgan’s name was already indelibly linked with the city, as he had already made his name as the front man for the Dropkick Murphys, the standard-bearers of Boston punk during the late 1990s.
Over the past three albums and five years, Toronto’s Celtic rock band Enter The Haggis has found itself at the center of a grassroots success story. Enter The Haggis is now one of the hottest Celtic acts in North America.
The band has made waves in the genre, landing high Billboard and iTunes World Music chart positions as well as major television appearances on shows like Live With Regis And Kelly, A&E Breakfast With the Arts and PBS’ popular program Out of Ireland, with its multi-influence style of Celtic rock. It’s the kind of overall sound and devotion package that has created not only die-hard fans, but “Haggis Heads” that follow the band from gig to gig.
he heart of their distinct sound is derived through the melding of traditional Irish and Punk Rock roots. Combining traditional instrumentation of mandolin, fiddle, tin whistle and banjo with amphetamine fueled guitar, bass and drums, the Tossers play with a furious edge that teeters between rage and raucousness.
With over 15 years of the music grind behind them, the Tossers are a staple in the Celtic Punk and Folk scenes. Currently the band has five full length albums, the newest of which is "Agony" their second release on Victory Records.
The Donegal (pronounced 'dä-ne-gäl) X-Press has emerged as one of the premiere Irish-American roots rock groups in the country. This high-energy, six-piece outfit has gained praise and fans from New York to Ireland, Baltimore to Nashville and beyond. DXP blends a unique combination of traditional Irish music with American country and blues, folk and rock, rhythm and funk, which John O'Regan of Roots Magazine calls, "…creative ferocity not seen since The Clash's London Calling period."
Known nationally in both hip hop and house circles, Pat Premier's versatility and talent make him an exciting performer to see and enjoy. His past performances include Big Night San Diego, Big Night DC, Shamrockfest and Blocktoberfest. Pat Premier has regular events in DC, Austin, NYC and Philadelphia."
Dave Russell has been DJing and producing events for two decades. He started out in Hartford CT, and has performed at House Music events in Boston MA, New York NY, Washington DC, Durham NC, Arlington VA, Houston TX, Chicago IL, Aspen CO, Miami FL, San Francisco and Los Angeles CA.
On air DJ personality by day at Hot 99.5 and Sirius/XM and "uber talent DJ" by night. He a resident DJ at one of DC's premier nightclubs: Club Fur and we are excited to have him spinning at this year's ShamrockFest.
DJ Rene
Dj Rene ( Re-Knee ) is best known for his eclectic style of quick mixes that transcend from the ol school original style of mixing to the new ever changing art of mixing and scratching. He has gone on to spin at some of the biggest social events in the U.S. and opened for some of the best international Dj's.
Who is OH SNAP!!?, What is OH SNAP!!?, and mostly, Why is OH SNAP!!? These questions could take a lifetime to answer. A self-professed check-to-check millionaire and inventor of the Fab-U-Fly lifestyle, OH SNAP!! is everything that is right, and wrong with society. Not really a DJ, and not really a rapper, as both imply talent, OH SNAP!! is trying to conquer the world with his average looks, average flow, and his “you might like him, you might not like him” personality.
“These guys might be New Jersey's answer to the Barenaked Ladies... Far less lame than John Mayer... I’m sure suburban college kids eat this sh*t up.” (ReadJunk.com)
They’ve been called The Rolling Stones meets XTC meets The Hothouse
Flowers meets They Might Be Giants meets The Pogues, but you shouldn’t
believe any of that. The FLU are exactly what they say they are…
The Greatest Band of All Times.
“If you’ve ever been blown away by fresh instrumentation, and unique
songwriting, that makes most of the crap on the radio seem as generic and
flavorless as it really is, you will definitely be able to appreciate…
Icewagon Flu.” (XM Satellite Radio)
“These guys might be New Jersey's answer to the Barenaked Ladies... Far less lame than John Mayer... I’m sure suburban college kids eat this sh*t up.” (ReadJunk.com)
They’ve been called The Rolling Stones meets XTC meets The Hothouse
Flowers meets They Might Be Giants meets The Pogues, but you shouldn’t
believe any of that. The FLU are exactly what they say they are…
The Greatest Band of All Times.
“If you’ve ever been blown away by fresh instrumentation, and unique
songwriting, that makes most of the crap on the radio seem as generic and
flavorless as it really is, you will definitely be able to appreciate…
Icewagon Flu.” (XM Satellite Radio)
We are a 5 piece, High Energy Irish Rock band out of the Suburbs of Philadelphia. Brought together in 2004, our unique sound combines Traditional and modern Irish music, with rock songs and our originals thrown into the mix. Our Pub and Festival appearances prove to be a success as our fan base grows. After releasing our long-awaited debut CD 'Pictures on the Wall', our popularity continues to expand as our shows spread up the East coast.
Celtic Rock is an apt description for The Rovers' sound. The music is a blend of traditional Irish music with Fiddle, pipes and bodhran honor the traditional elements while bass, drums, congas, percussion and acoustic and electric guitar comprise one of the tightest rhythm sections in the Irish/rock scene.
We’re going to RAWK your socks off DC!
Here’s why seeing us ONCE is never enough:
“We’re only going to tell you ONCE…Okay maybe more than once, ONCE OKAY TWICE is a band to watch. Actually a band to listen to, loudly and often!
-Washington City Paper.
“The band has been putting out EPs like no one’s business, playing literally every venue you’ve heard of in DC (even some you probably have not heard of), opening for acts as varied as Ziggy Marley and 311 and Junior League and in general being very, very busy spreading their indie pop-rollicking sound…”
-Brightestyoungthings.com
“A mix of indie, chamber, rock and soul, the sound is at once experimental and mainstream. Pulling from influences as varied as Tears for Fears, Hall and Oates, the Bee Gees, and the Beatles…Once Okay Twice knows how to connect with the audience through catchy lyrics that you can sing along to, and energetic, simple rhythms that get you up off your ass and bouncing along with the crowd…The band mixes up its high-energy style with lighthearted antics and engagement with the crowd, whether it’s donning of a banana suit for one set or matching their fans drink-for-drink during a performance. The result is a show that can be taken pretty much anywhere.”
-On Tap Magazine.
Dr. FU is a dynamic rock cover band known for its energetic stage shows and high-octane-rock versions of hits from the 80's through today. Dr. FU has entertained thousands, at events such as ShamrockFest, Big Night DC, BlocktoberFest, the U.S. Marine Corps Marathon, Broadlands Live, Clarendon Day, and FreedomFest.
Practically Einstein is based in Arlington, VA, nestled inside the Beltway of the nation's capital. PE has performed from New York to New Orleans, from Denmark to the U.K., and hopes to land somewhere close to you in the near future. With a new lineup, a brand new EP coming soon, and a show at the legendary 9:30 club to kick off the new year, the future looks exciting!
From a musical standpoint, Rome In A Day has something you may not have seen before. Equal parts modern rock edge and soulful vocal styling. This Washington, DC-based band offers electrifying original music featuring strong male and female vocals combined with pure rock adrenaline.
Sick Feed started their hell-for-leather, whirling dervish sh*tshow nearly three years ago and in a short time have earned a name for themselves all over the East Coast with their unique brand of cover that is all-at-once irreverent, absurd, and dangerous. As a six-member wrecking crew, Sick Feed's explosive interpretations of pop, punk, hip hop, and southern rock will have you wondering where they hid all those bodies...
DC's beloved all-90s party band, White Ford Bronco, metes out sizzling slabs of rock, decadently dulcet pop ditties, and hot heaping bowlfuls of "OMG-I-Effing-Love-This-Song!!" all lovingly crammed down the throats of the teeming, carousing masses who gather to have their ravenous appetites for the songs of two decades ago (yeah, it's been that long) oh-so-thoroughly satisfied.
Taking Virginia and the Nation’s Capital by storm and turning heads at clubs and bars. DJ LIL FOS has earned himself a permanent spot on the books in the Northern Virginia area. A welcomed addition to the music scene, Fos has unleashed the energy of his music onto dance floors across the state for several years now.
DJ Kwest is one of DC's hottest artists. His mission is simple, to rock the party like no other. Kwest's more than 15 years of experience as a professional DJ is just what the doctor ordered. Kwest is on a mission to rock the party - ShamrockFest 2010.
As a Professional DJ, Maskell's unique style on the turntables and his top-notch showmanship have drawn attention from all over the country. From playing with Legendary DJ Paul Oakenfold at Shamrockfest 2008 for a crowd of 40,000 people to headlining at Big Night DC and Spaghettifest Maskell's career continues to grow at an exponential rate.
Flounder's been on DC101 for over 10 years and today DJ Flounder is one of the most in-demand dj's in the DC/Metro area. DJ Flounder has appeared on MTV and has worked with rising stars and big-name bands like Third Eye Blind, Paramore, Silversun Pickups, Kid Cudi, and Talib Kweli. You've heard him on the air and now see him live...This is a set you won't want to miss!
DJ Q is credited and recognized as a unique and versatile entertainer often called "a chameleon of the music industry" for his ability to adapt to whatever environment he plays in. He has performed in some of the hottest clubs and currently holds a residency at Bar & Nightclub Magazine's #8 venue in the Nation, Seacrets Jamacia USA. If you're ready for some eye candy from an artist that truly entertains the crowd, then say hello to the future of DJ entertainment. The Notorious VIDEO DJ Q!
Jefe is a high energy solo acoustic performer. The former and longtime lead singer of Burnt Sienna now entertains crowds in the DC/VA area as well as Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey. His show is filled with modern rock covers as well as classic singalongs."
“SK6ERS,” as they’re also affectionately known, have carved a determined, inspiring path since forming in Western Massachusetts in 2003. An exceptional live act given to high-energy showmanship, The Sixers are closing in on their 1000th show with a newfound grit and gratitude. Stephen and core Sixers – Kit “Goose” Karlson (keys, bass, tuba, accordion) and Brian “Boots” Factor (drums, mandolin, banjo) -- are friends who act like brothers and switch off on their instruments to keep it fresh; much in the tradition of their collective heroes, The Band. “We’ve all opted to approach our life in the same way – trying to put integrity ahead of ambitions of fame and fortune, though we’d like that too... at least the fortune part,” Stephen says with a laugh.
Over the past three albums and five years, Toronto’s Celtic rock band Enter The Haggis has found itself at the center of a grassroots success story. Enter The Haggis is now one of the hottest Celtic acts in North America.
The band has made waves in the genre, landing high Billboard and iTunes World Music chart positions as well as major television appearances on shows like Live With Regis And Kelly, A&E Breakfast With the Arts and PBS’ popular program Out of Ireland, with its multi-influence style of Celtic rock. It’s the kind of overall sound and devotion package that has created not only die-hard fans, but “Haggis Heads” that follow the band from gig to gig.
Dubbed by The Washington Post as "one of DC's most energetic and eclectic bands" Scythian (sith-ee-yin) falls nothing short of a "party band". Their high-energy, adrenaline-peddling, interactive brand of music has one goal in mind - to get people on their feet and dancing.
Led by a pair of young raging fiddlers, Scythian has a great respect and admiration for the traditional - the foundation of their music; nevertheless, Scythian is not afraid to wink at convention in search of a little fun, lending them an appeal to young and old alike. .
