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High-energy improvisational jamband sets led by indie and electronic veterans Alex Bleeker, Dave Harrington, Chris Tomson, and Zach Tenorio, blending swirling psychedelia, groove driven guitar work, and extended exploratory jams.
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Rich, soulful blues-rooted vocals and guitar-driven songwriting from a Grammy-winning veteran who co-wrote "Midnight in Harlem," delivered in an intimate music-hall setting emphasizing roots storytelling and electric-acoustic interplay.

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Guitar driven, high energy live set by Mammoth in a packed, late night club atmosphere with pulsing lights, thunderous drums, and a dancing, rowdy crowd.
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