CONTACT: Amy Riley, Office of Special Events, 301-228-2845
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, September 29, 2006

GREAT ENTERTAINMENT ‘IN THE STREET’
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7th!

This year’s IN THE STREET festival, planned for Saturday, October 7th on Market Street in downtown Frederick, offers five stages of live entertainment from Noon-5 PM. At 5:30 PM, ON THE DECK Party concludes the event with refreshments and live music on top of the Carroll Creek Parking Deck until 9 PM! From Rock, to Zydeco, to Swing, to Blues, to Bluegrass, there is something for everyone to enjoy at this year’s 24th annual event!

Following is a listing of this year’s awesome musical entertainment line-up:

CAROLL CREEK STAGE
Noon-1:00pm The Freddie Long Band
Described as a “t-shirt and jeans blend of pop, rock, soul, and honesty,” the music of the Freddie Long Band has been turning the heads and ears of many—from folkies to metal-heads alike. The four – piece pop/rock group has been packing venues across the Mid – Atlantic. The Freddie Long Band plays fun and upbeat versions of well – known cover favorites while mixing in their own catchy and introspective original music. The chemistry, energy, and enthusiasm of the group often make it hard to distinguish who is having the most fun, the fans or the band.

2:00-3:00pm The Crawdaddies
A band founded in 1995 on the premise of “why not, it might just work,” The Crawdaddies infuse Cajun, Zyedeco, Funk, Swing, Soul, Reggae, Roots and Rock into an incomparable, groove-laden sound that is unquestionably its own. The good-time spirit of their set has allowed them to share the stage with a wide range of artists including: Etta James, Charlie Daniels, Buddy Guy, Jimmy Cliff, Joan Jett and The Spinners, to name a few.

3:30-4:30pm Janine Wilson Band
Drawing comparison to a young Bette Midler, Wilson’s eclectic taste has influenced her style with everyone from Etta James to Laura Nyro and Elvis Costello. Having benefited from the tutelage of some of Texas’ finest honky-tonk musicians, Wilson further honored her vocal chops and cultivated her own inimitable stage presence. With the backing of some of the Capitol-area’s finest players, Wilson’s live performances have accumulated both a loyal fan base and critical acclaim. The Washington Post has called Wilson “poignant and seductive…” Wilson has graced stages across the nation, including forays in New York, San Francisco, Austin, and New Orleans. In the process she has performed with such luminaries as Dilbert McClinton, Marcia Ball, and Coco Montoya.

2ND STREET STAGE sponsored by 99.9 WFRE Free Country
12:00– 12:45pm Ashley Monroe
Ashley Monroe’s recent CD release titled “Satisfied” plumbs the depths of love and loss, passion and regret with a resonance rare for any artist, much less a woman of 19. This up-an-coming artist is presented by WFRE. The depth evident throughout her music belies Ashley's age, and it is clear that hers is a hard-won maturity.

1:15 – 2:00pm Carolina Rain
A union born in 1999 of a common love of acoustic, harmony-driven music, the Nashville based trio is only now beginning to reap the full benefits of a half-decade of hard work and determination. Recently signed to a recording contract, Carolina Rain is working on their debut album and gearing up for the future.

2:30 – 3:15pm Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift grew up on a farm in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. Inspired by her maternal grandmother, a professional opera singer, Taylor took up singing early in life. At 10, she began performing around town at karaoke contests, festivals and county fairs, and at 12, she picked up a guitar and learned to write her own songs. Her family took regular trips to Nashville to shop her music around, and she wrote with local songwriters. After a few years, a showcase at the Bluebird Cafe caught the attention of a music-industry veteran. Swift will release her debut album in 2006.

3:45 – 4:30pm Kevin Sharp
As an award winning vocalist, entertainer, cancer survivor and now one of the country's top speakers, Kevin Sharp has seen and done it all. With a platinum debut album, "Measure Of A Man," scores of award nominations and a string of chart topping hits including "She's Sure Taking It Well," "If You Love Somebody," and the highly acclaimed "Nobody Knows" - which held the top spot on Billboard's Country Singles Chart for an astonishing four weeks, marking the best debut by a new male country singer in five years!

3rd STREET STAGE
12:30– 1:30pm Star Spangled Big Band
Put on your dancing shoes, this is a performance not to be missed! The Star Spangled Big Band of Frederick, MD is Frederick’s own Basie-style big jazz band that is sure to get you on your feet. The band, which began in 2000, is keeping the Big Band and Swing Dancing experience alive in our City. The band’s repertoire includes a unique blend of big band standards, swing dance tunes, and sentimental favorites. The Star Spangled Big Band of Frederick, MD has played for Fredericks 4th – An Independence Day Celebration, the Lilypons Koi and Wine Festival, as well as other public and private events.

Dancing IN THE STREET are Lindy Hoppers Unlimited! This amazing group of dancers enjoy performing locally and around the country, winning numerous swing dance competitions! Don’t miss this swing dancin’ crew in front of the 3rd Street Stage!

2:15 – 3:15pm Donegal X-Press
The band, which has emerged as one of the country’s premier Irish-American roots rock groups, has been rocking cities throughout Maryland for many years with their unique brand of music. Mixing traditional Irish instruments, melodies and themes with good old-fashioned American rock music, the Donegal X-Press have risen above being merely a bar band and have proven themselves to be true artists with a unique vision. The high-energy six-piece group blends a unique combination of traditional Irish music with American Country and Blues, Latin and Cajun, Funk and Rhythm. You don’t have to be Irish to realize this band rocks!

4:00 - 5:00pm JP McDermott
JP McDermott and Western Bop are bringing a mix of red-hot vintage honky-tonk and rockabilly to this year’s IN THE STREET festival. Don’t miss this performance that is guaranteed to make just about anyone smile and shake!

5th STREET STAGE
Noon– 1:00pm Chris Stuart & Backcountry
Opening the entertainment on the 5th Street Stage is a band honored as the 2004 International Bluegrass Music Association Showcase Band. Performing original bluegrass and Americana music, Chris Stuart & Backcountry features vocals, banjo, mandolin, guitar, fiddle and bass. This band has some incredible musical chops and excellent songs to keep your toes tapping on Market Street!

1:45 – 2:45pm Melanie Mason
Melanie Mason poses a triple threat to today’s blues-rock scene as the lead electric guitarist, vocalist and songwriter for the Melanie Mason Band. She also performs and records traditional acoustic and blues as a solo artist. Mason has made repeat appearances at numerous venues, such as The Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival, The D.C. Blues Festival and the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage and has opened up for legends like Taj Mahal and Don McLean!

3:30 - 4:30 pm Carey Zeigler’s Expensive Hobby
Voted one of Baltimore’s Best Bands for the past five years, rock variety band Carey Ziegler’s Expensive Hobby will bring its high-energy show to IN THE STREET! Featuring a killer horn section, Carey Ziegler’s Expensive Hobby plays everything from Steely Dan to Chicago to the Beatles. All of the band members have impressive individual credentials, including working with such artists as Scott Ambush of Spyro Gyra, Stevie Wonder, and The Rolling Stones. Together the band has played extensively throughout the Baltimore/D.C. area and has self-produced two CDs of highly acclaimed original material, including a song that was recorded in Baker Park in 2001.

6th STREET STAGE sponsored by Verizon Wireless
6th STREET STAGE sponsored by Verizon Wireless

12:30– 1:30pm Fourth Element
Fourth Element is a five part rock band hailing from Baltimore, MD. The band has become a recognizable name in the Mid-Atlantic music scene over the last three years. The band released their five song EP "Now's the Time" in 2005 and their full length album “Hello Shadow” in May of 2006. Fourth Element has won several titles, including Baltimore's rock station, 98 Rock's Band of the Month. After conquering the Baltimore stage, the band has been out touring the country, where they picked up new fans and piqued interest all down the east coast and mid west.

2:15 – 3:15pm Vs. the Earth
Vs. the Earth is a power punk-pop band from the Mid-Atlantic region that combines guitar driven rhythm, and real lyrical content with infectious hook and melody to make a musical style all their own. This mixed with the quartets high energy live show makes them an act not to be missed!

4:00 - 5:00pm 3:AM
3:AM is an all original band that formed in Frederick in 2004. The band draws many styles ranging from R&B, Jam, to Rock and Funk. Playing live performances, like this year’s festival, is where the band really shines. Don’t miss them on the 6th Street Stage!

Don’t miss out on the following live performances scheduled throughout the day:

International Block Performance Schedule:
12:00 - 12:30pm Bushikai Dojo - Japanese martial arts demonstration
12:30 - 1:00pm Tears of Aset - Middle eastern belly dance
1:00 - 1:30pm Indian Association of Frederick - Indian folk dance
1:30 - 2:00pm Saints Peter and Paul - Greek dance
2:00 - 2:30pm Frederick Scottish Country Dance Society
2:30 - 3:00pm Raqs Roqs! Middle eastern dance
3:00 - 3:30pm Na fianna Bagpipe Band
3:30 - 4:00pm Hood La Union Latina - modern Latin dances
4:00 - 4:30pm Beaton School of Irish Dance
4:30 - 5:00pm Hood African Student Assoc- traditional African dances

In addition to the performances scheduled in the amphitheater, there will be Chinese Dragon dancing, Greek Folk dancing, Tai Chi demonstrations, and other International performances on the patio of South Market Center, located on the north side of the Creek.

Church Street Dance Floor Entertainment Schedule:
Noon-12:30pm St. John’s Regional Catholic School – Irish Dance and song
12:30 – 1:00pm Creative Dance Dimensions
1:00-1:30pm Performing Arts Factory – dance and theatre
1:30-2:00pm Urbana Dance Studio
2:00-2:30pm Musical Theatre Factory at 24/7
2:30-3:00pm All Grooves Dance
3:00-3:30pm Maryland Ensemble Theatre
3:30-4:00pm Inspired 2 Praise
4:00-4:30pm Equinox Dance Company
4:30-5:00pm 24/7 Dance Studio

5:30-9:00pm ON THE DECK Party!
Finish off this fun-filled day of amazing music, food and entertainment with a party on the top floor of the Carroll Creek Parking Deck! Live music, beer, wine, refreshments and an amazing view make ON THE DECK a party you won’t want to miss. This year’s ON THE DECK Party is host to IN THE STREET alumni, The Cool Jerks. Frederick’s own high energy R&B band has been together for over 20 years. The Cool Jerks impromptu style of music keeps the energy alive amongst band members and fans thrive upon their unpredictability. Audiences never seem to want the band to quit.

Cover charge ON THE DECK is $10.00. All guests must by 21 or older with a valid I.D. to get in. Come early, because this party fills up quick! A special thank you to Bud Light, the Official Beer Sponsor of ON THE DECK!

This event is made possible by the generous support of our Corporate Community. Our 2006 sponsors are: Spires Level– Bechtel Foundation, CellularOne, Drees Homes, Sandy Spring Bank, Spectrum Federal Credit Union and Weis Markets; Carillon Level – Adelphia, COMSTAR Federal Credit Union, The Frederick News Post and Roy Rogers-A Plamondon Company; Bandshell Level – BB&T and the Frederick Arts Council; Program Sponsors: Brink’s Home Security, Classic Community Corporation, Frederick Magazine, The Gazette, isellhouses.com, Universal Energy Corporation, Verizon Wireless, Village Settlements, Wantz Distributors, and 99.9 WFRE. Please be sure to visit their exhibits during the festival to thank them for their incredible support of IN THE STREET!

Looking for more information? Please call the City of Frederick Office of Special Events at (301) 228-2844, or visit us on the web at www.inthestreet.info.