theWandas

Rising like a phoenix from the streets of Boston, up-and-comers theWandas are, through much hard work and extensive touring, gaining recognition as one of the best bands in America. Having been compared to Wilco, Elvis Costello, The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen and The Strokes, theWandas recently edged out several hundred bands to win the 95.5 WBRU Rock Hunt, and received overwhelming praise at the South By Southwest music festival in Austin, Texas. Plan to be here for the Saturday night after-hours “Rock the Docks” party on the Main Stage, headlined by theWandas! “The four-piece group theWandas separate themselves from the large pack of Boston pop bands with a tightly designed, smart sound... Expect this Berklee-bred band to do what many others have done: blow up.” [David Day - The Weekly Dig]

THE SCHEMERS

The Schemers is a Providence, Rhode Island rock band started back in 1979 recording on Big Bubble Records. The Schemers were the winners of the 1982 WBRU Radio Rock Hunt in Providence, R.I., and then the 1984 WBCN Rock 'n' Roll Rumble, in Boston, MA. Their hit single, "Remember," was the number 1 song on WBRU for over 10 weeks in early 1982. They had a sound that was a cross between a punk Elvis Costello and a dissatisfied Tom Petty ("I've had enough of these plain-Jane girls/ I think it's time I went downtown," sang lead singer Mark Cutler in "High Fashion Girl") and then on the nostalgic "Remember" ("I know I'm going somewhere/ maybe in the ground, maybe nowhere"). The Schemers played the North East Corridor and opened up for bands like X, The Ramones, Tom Verlaine, Richard Lloyd, Richard Hell, the Dead Kennedys, Jerry Lee Lewis, Sam and Dave and many many others.

THOSE GUYS

In September of 1996, Those Guys began, like most bands, in a basement in Somerset, Massachusetts. Since that time, they have been a staple in the RI bar scene--especially in their home town of Newport. Playing from Washington, DC to northern Vermont, they have shared the stage with acts as diverse as Staind, The Adam Ezra Group, and Saving Jane to Bo Bice, Cary Brothers, & Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul, & Mary. While spending much of their time in the bars that they have made a name for themselves, they are now a popular choice in the circles throughout New England that demand a high-quality form of entertainment for private parties, weddings and corporate events catering to the 20-something through 50-something year-olds who refuse to act their age. Those groups include but are not limited to the Newport International Film Festival, The New England Patriots, high-profile members of the Boston Red Sox organization, The University of Rhode Island, Salve Regina University, Raytheon Corporation, and Georgetown Events in Washington, DC.

THE DRIFTWOODS

The Driftwoods are the East Coast's original Beach Boys tribute band. From the beginning, in the mid-1960's, their legendary vocal harmonies and rock & roll rhythms have entertained a legion of fans from the casual listener to the veteran rock musician. The Driftwoods ruled the East Coast music scene, performing on the beaches in Rhode Island, at high school and college dances, local TV shows, and numerous "Battle of the Bands" contests. In a two-year period, the Driftwoods won eleven of these contests. Over the years, their performances have earned them recording contracts, TV appearances, and studio vocal sessions. Today, the Driftwoods continue to bring you the sounds of their "Endless Summer" on the live stage. So grab your board and catch "The Wave of a Lifetime" with Rhode Island's own "Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame" Beach Boys tribute band, The Driftwoods!

THE COMPLAINTS

The Complaints are a modern rock band led by singer/songwriter/guitarist Dean Petrella, with bassist Chris Cruz and drummer Anthony Marotti. They recently released their third full-length record called "Sunday Morning Radio,” once again capturing what only The Complaints can. A singer-songwriter, throw back, modern rock feel with a sexy funky vibe to juxtapose their always unforgettable lyrics. They are currently also writing material for various soundtracks and continue to perform over 200 shows a year. They are a must-see live act! The Complaints have recently shared the stage with 3 Doors Down, Train, Collective Soul, Nickleback, Guster, Candlebox, The Tubes, 10,000 Maniacs, Dave Davies of The Kinks 'and many other national acts.

The Complaints have won awards for their songwriting and performances, including Album of the Year in the Providence Phoenix Best Music Poll for their debut CD “Fear.” Their music is featured on the MTV program “Undressed” and is in heavy rotation on college and AAA radio stations across the country. They have recently won Best Male Vocalist and Band of the Year awards in Motif Magazine. This band exhibits the truest sense of the word “Independent Artist.”

THE FOREVERLY BROTHERS

The family tree of The Foreverly Brothers has spread its seeds into an orchard of musical branches. Speak with a member of this vocal/instrumental garden and ceremonious names will come into conversation such as: John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band, Becky Chace, Government Mule, Gary “Guitar” Gramolini, Ken Lyons, The Boys of Summer and countless other honoraries from their tuneful sweet musical tree. Listen to them perform musical gems from the Everly Brothers to the Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Neil Young, Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, Simon & Garfunkel, the Bee Gees, Buddy Holly, James Taylor, and more.