Forecastle News
Halfway Sold-Out
Thank you to everyone who made this year’s “Halfway to Forecastle” such a success. The event sold-out for the 3rd consecutive year, and posted it’s highest attendance ever. Please visit the press page for photos and reviews. Exclusive multimedia to be posted soon!
Thanks again!
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Halfway to Forecastle
Prepare to dance. The Forecastle Festival will host the 3rd annual “Halfway to Forecastle” mini-fest January 23rd at “The Pointe” in Louisville, KY. The event will feature an all-electronic music line-up for the first time in the festival’s history, with artists performing on three stages inside The Pointe: A 90,000 square ft former industrial warehouse converted into a modern green building. In addition to music, the event will feature a nautically-themed fashion show, light and laser shows, live graffiti artists, ice sculptures, break dancing, poster signings, and more.
SATURDAY, JAN. 23
music (3 stages).
- Kid Sister
- LA Riots
- Trash Yourself
- Jesse Jamz
- Lady Foursquare
- Kid Color
- Amtrak
- OK Deejays
- The Disco Aliens
- Jason Clark (of SKL)
- Sam Gracie
- Laylow
art and activities.
- Nautical Fashion Show
- Live Graffiti Artists
- Ice Sculptures
- Break Dancing
- Poster Signings
- Light and laser shows by Video Artist “Benji Ramsey”
activism.
An evening silent auction and raffle will be held for signed merchandise, signed poster from artist Jeff Gaither, a copy of DJ Hero, and a pair of VIP and after-party passes to the 2010 Forecastle Festival. All proceeds will benefit The Surfrider Foundation ~ an environmental non-profit dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the world’s beaches and oceans through conservation, activism, research, and education.
TICKET INFO
$20 at the door | 18+ | 9pm | Limited Capacity
VENUE INFO
The Pointe (map)
1205 East Washington Street
Louisville, KY 40206
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Exclusive Multimedia!
Exclusive Multimedia from Forecastle 2009 has been released!
Included are performances and interviews from Widespread Panic, The Black Crowes, The Black Keys, The Avett Brothers, and over (75) bands and DJs. Hundreds of photos will be viewable as well, all snugged inside our media gallery. Enjoy!
After-Parties, Stage Schedule
Forecastle has released the official stage schedule to the 2009 festival. Likewise, the After-Party line-ups have been announced, with Pretty Lights and Designer Drugs each headlining a night.
Read MoreCampgrounds sold out
Forecastle campgrounds are now completely sold-out. Special thanks to everyone who purchased tickets. Complete festival schedule to be announced shortly.
Read MoreFestival Lineup
Forecastle has unveiled the lineup for the 2009 festival. Over 60 bands & DJs added.
Read MorePoster Art
Forecastle has unveiled one of two official designs for the 8th annual Forecastle Festival. Special thanks artist Jeff Gaither for his amazing design.
Read MorePoster, Galt House, VIP Camping
Forecastle will unveil the 2009 poster art tomorrow as part of Record Store Day: a nationwide celebration of 700 independent stores. Join us at Ear-X-Tacy Records in Louisville, KY for the unveiling. Also – The Galt House, Forecastle’s “Official Hotel and Suites”, is 99% sold-out, with 31 rooms and 54 suites left (out of 1400). If you haven’t purchased your room yet, we would suggest doing that now. 502.589.5200. VIP Campgrounds are next, with only (4) spots left.
Read MoreMore Artist Announcements!
Zappa Plays Zappa, Umphrey’s McGee, Yonder Mountain String Band, and many more GO Forecastle! See below!
- Zappa Plays Zappa
- Umphrey’s McGee
- Yonder Mountain String Band
- Pretty Lights
- The New Mastersounds
- The Whigs
- Outformation
- Kathleen Edwards
- Dead Confederate
