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PURE DETROIT 2nd AVENUE STAGE
Presented By Real Detroit Weekly
Pure Detroit
(Second at Lothrop - Free)
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 1ST, 2009
5:00 PM
 Lisboa 
 Propelled by the earnest songwriting of guitarist Joe Lisboa, this stalwart indie rock trio delivers their power-pop rock songs and energetic live performance to the Cityfest stage.
 
6:00 PM
 Mean Mother
Expect a heavy dose of raunchy whiskey-fueled Southern rock n’ roll from these musical madmen who call themselves Mean Mother.  Their sound is loaded with classic rock influences.
 
7:00 PM
Electric Firebabies
 An electrifying dance party of techno funk grooves fused with punk attitudes brought to you by Detroit’s purveyors of grooveitude.  The Firebabies command you - “It’s time for you to get down!”
 
8:00 PM
 Bear Lake
 The culmination of six life-long friends’ musical talent and artistic visions, provides the heart of Bear Lake’s pop rock sound.  The band has received accolades from here and abroad for their pleasant pop tunes.
 
9:00 PM
 The Silent Years
In the past few years the band has been highly recognized for their melodic rock/pop sound and introspective songwriting by the top rock media including Spin, Paste and Pitchfork.com. You can hear them for yourself at Cityfest.
 
10:00 PM
 Mike Posner
One of the most refreshing new groups to come out of Michigan this year, young artist and producer Mike Posner and his live band the Brain Trust have developed a unique new sound that merges the line between pop and hip-hop.
 
THURSDAY, JULY 2nd, 2009
5:00 PM
 Croff Family Band
Musician Jason Croff and his Family Band have a knack for creating boisterous modern pop music that is reminiscent of the Beach Boys and XTC.
 
6:00 PM
 Uncle Paulie’s Block Party
 DJ Uncle Paulie has been a staple in the hip-hop community for the past fifteen years as the resident Tuesday night DJ at Northern Lights Lounge and producer of several up-and-coming acts.  His hip-hop block party is hosted by Prince Whipper Whip and features fellow DJ Supa Jay Spliff, The Cardiboys with Yaah Team, Ella Duval and D.S. Sense, with Uncle Paulie himself spinning the grooves.
 
7:30 PM
 Will Sessions
This new musical collective is the brainchild of the multi-talented musician Sam Beaubien.  He formed this band to explore his deep affinity for rare funk, hip-hop and jazz-fusion. Because of their top-notch musicianship and live shows, they quickly established a reputation as one of the hottest acts in the city.
 
8:30 PM
 Michna (DJ)
 9:30 PM
 Michna with Raw Paw (Live)
 Ghostly International Records presents New York DJ/producer Michna for two electronically charged sets at Cityfest. The DJ set will feature Michna’s unique sonic collages followed by a live set with his avant-brass, band Raw Paw.
FRIDAY, JULY 3rd, 2008  
5:30 PM
 Marco Polio and the New Vaccines
This eclectic band describes themselves as, “feng shui experts in disguise shifting the energies of the Metro Detroit area by moving furniture and paintings and shifting invisible energies in every venue in which we step foot.” Expect to be shifted by their musical chaos.
 
6:30 PM
 The Rogue Satellites
 This dynamic Detroit duo generate their own brand of “intergalactic synth-rock.” An eclectic collision of clever lyrics with electro beats that takes you to the outer limits of rock n’roll.
 
7:30 PM
 Childbite
 A new musical force to be reckoned with, the band Childbite provide a bombastic barrage of rock riffs with jagged edges and a spastic delivery.
 
8:30 PM
 Deastro
 Experience the electronic madness of Deastro.  A man on a mission to bring his other-worldly sound and vision to the musical masses, one show at a time.
 
9:30 PM
 Silverghost
This synth-driven electro-pop duo, comprised of musicians Marcie Bolen and Deleano Acevedo, invent a highly danceable musical mix for your listening pleasure.
 
SATURDAY, JULY 4th, 2009
3:30 PM
 1592 (reggae)
 Combining their deep appreciation for the roots of the reggae genre with a fresh approach, 1592 has been stirring up the attention of the local world music community.  Visit the sound of “Detroit meets Jamaica.”
5:00 PM
 DJ Subtonic
 DJ Subtonic is a Detroit-based dj known for his selection of funky electro-house, bass-heavy tracks, fused with traditional, classic techno.  Influenced by predecessors such as Richie Hawtin and Bad Boy Bill, DJ Subtonic continues to carve an innovative niche in the electronic dance scene, while remaining true to the movement's analogue roots.

 

6:00 PM
 Millions of Brazilians
No-holds-barred chaotic dance rock is the musical offering from this manic rock trio on the rise. Witness the Brazilian experience when they invade the Cityfest stage.

 
7:00 PM
 Girls! Girls! Girls!  Featuring Carolyn Striho, Rachel May & Vivian George
Girl power abounds when these three women of rock strut their musical chops.  Seasoned musician Carolyn Striho teams up with “Outstanding Rock Instrumentalist” Detroit Music Award-winning guitarist Rachel May and singer/songwriter Vivian George for a femme-powered performance.
 
8:30 PM
 Lightning Love
The winsome indie-pop trio craft witty and sweetly simple pop tunes that are truly refreshing to hear.  Their debut album, “November Birthday,” is full of sonic confections and a treasure for pop music fans.
 
9:30 PM
 Bump
This hard-working band incorporates progressive tones with three-part harmonies, creating an accessible brand of art rock.  Bump’s unrelenting touring schedule with over 700 shows played in 35 states, has them spreading their own “new Detroit sound."
SUNDAY, JULY 5th, 2008
 2:00 PM
8:00 PM
 For The Love Of Mojo: A Tribute to the Electrifying Mojo featuring Rick Wilhite, Marc Duncan, Kenny Dixon Jr. and Carl Craig Curator Carl Craig
 The Electrifying Mojo (aka Charles Johnson) was the ultimate voice of Detroit radio during the ‘70s thru the ‘90s.  His nightly musical journeys to the far reaches of the musical galaxy on WGPR and WJLB introduced a plethora of diverse artists such as Prince, B-52s and Kraftwerk to local listeners and united a community of music lovers he dubbed the Midnight Funk Association.  He introduced techno to the masses and became a cultural phenomenon and legend of the airwaves.  Four Detroit DJs, who are legends in their own right, pay tribute to Mojo with this special performance.  Will the members of the Midnight Funk Association please rise again
 
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