VIP TICKETS
While Earth Day Jam is a free event, a VIP ticket gives you access to the Earth Day Jam VIP tent with complimentary Chef-prepared tastings created from locally sourced farm foods carefully paired with craft brews from Salisbury's own New Sarum Brewing Company. Featured Chefs will include multi-award winning Chef John Wilson of Sophie’s Cork & Ale in Downtown Lexington, NC. His most recent accolades include “Best Fine Dining” in the Triad and competing as a finalist in the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodge Association’s Top NC Chef competition. Also included with the entree is a wine pairing from Earth Day Jam's Official winery, Purchase VIP…
Mr. Tony Hillery of Harlem Grown
We are thrilled to announce the return of our dear friend and school garden champion, Mr. Tony Hillery of Harlem Grown! Famous urban farmer, educator, mentor, children’s author, and Humans of New York hero, Mr. Tony is promoting the new ‘Harlem Grown’ book coming out this year and the Grand Opening of their 14th urban farm this Spring! Mr. Hillery started with one school garden, and years later now oversees thirteen working urban farms in NYC. Founded in 2011, the Harlem Grown organization operates local urban farms, increases access to and knowledge of healthy food for Harlem residents, and provides garden-based development programs to Harlem youth.…
Devon Gilfillian
We’re thrilled to welcome Grammy-nominated Devon Gilfillian to Earth Day Jam 2024 – A Benefit for Happy Roots! VIP TICKETS: While Earth Day Jam is a free event, this ticket gives you access to the Earth Day Jam VIP tent with complimentary Chef-prepared tastings created from locally sourced farm foods carefully paired with craft brews from Salisbury's own New Sarum Brewing Company. Also included with the entree is a wine pairing from Earth Day Jam's Official winery, Childress Vineyards. Buy VIP Tickets https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFMHcsHd1hk
Falllift
Steven Hall (Swim In the Wild) and Micah Cottingham (MICVH) began co-writing music in the fall of 2020. After an unexpected quarantine allowed for a boost in creativity, the two decided their side project should go full-time, coming together to form the band falllift. The combination blends authenticity and refreshing honesty into a modern sound. Drawing inspiration from the experiences in life that connect each and every one of us, falllift aims to leave their audience with an air of community, comfort, and hope. The group has plans to release new music this year and will be touring regionally as a full band!
Austin McNeill
Born and raised in Salisbury and graduated from Carson High School... Austin’s musical roots began at the early age of 5 singing in his hometown Southern Baptist church choir. He grew up in a musical family that heavily influenced his taste for country, blues, rocknroll, motown. At the age of 15, he received his first guitar and taught himself to play without ever taking a lesson. When he moved to Charlotte in 2014 to attend UNC Charlotte he began playing in venues and bars all across the state honing his craft and cutting his teeth. In 2019 he formed his first band Seven Day Haze. For…
Abby Bryant & The Echoes
Back promoting their brand new studio album ‘Glowing’ set to release this Summer. Produced by @david_a_schools of Widespread Panic featuring Adam MacDougall (Circles Around the Sun, Chris Robinson Brotherhood) on keys and John Kimock (Mike Gordon Band, Otiel Burbridge & Friends) on drums. A music minister’s daughter turned fierce frontwoman, Abby Bryant has cemented her presence as a standout in Americana and soul with her band’s debut album Not Your Little Girl. The 13-track LP features Bryant’s raw vocal talent supported by the confident and dynamic backing group The Echoes and establishes a strong foundation for the band in the world of vintage-inspired Americana and soul rock.…
Empire Strikes Brass
A dynamic BrassFunkRock band hailing from Asheville, North Carolina… Empire Strikes Brass started as a group of friends who loved playing New Orleans inspired secondline and funk tunes infused with elements of rock and jam with rich vocals, thumping rhythm, and robust horns featuring harmonious saxophone of Recording Academy grammy award winning artist Debrissa McKinney. Since their inception, Empire Strikes Brass has become a staple at various festivals across the USA, leaving a lasting impression with their infectious energy and electrifying performances. Their horn section has shared the stage with esteemed acts like Shpongle Live Band, Umphrey’s McGee, Papadosio, and many more iconic names in the…
YARN
Playing upwards of 170 shows a year both headlining and sharing stages with such superstars as Dwight Yoakam, Charlie Daniels, Railroad Earth, Marty Stuart, Allison Krauss, Leon Russell, Jim Lauderdale, Leftover Salmon, Amos Lee, The Lumineers and many more… eventually surpassing 1,000 shows, half a million miles and performances in nearly every state. With 11 studio albums, landing them on the Recording Academy Grammy ballot FOUR times, garnering nods from the Americana Music Association placing top five on both Radio and Records and the AMA album charts… Garnering airplay on Sirius XM, iTunes, Pandora, and streamed millions of times on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon… Featured…
Carolina Detour
With a passion for creating captivating melodies and weaving heartfelt lyrics sure to pull on your heartstrings @carolinadetour transcends genres blending elements of folk, gospel, country, bluegrass and rock. Hailing from North Carolina, performing at legendary venues and festivals including Floydfest, Shakori Hills, The Caverns and Merlefest. Their music reflects the diverse landscapes and experiences that have shaped their artistic journey. From soulful ballads to foot-stomping anthems, with each performance they prove that age is no barrier to creating soul-stirring music that resonates with listeners worldwide. Keep an eye on Carolina Detour as they continue to chart their own path in the ever-evolving world of music!…