PAST PERFORMERS
2023 Performers
Jake Dodds
Jake Dodds grew up listening to country music, tuning into the Grand Ole Opry and watching The Statler Brothers Show on TNN with his grandparents every Saturday night. Growing up in the 90s, Jake got hooked on Garth Brooks tv specials and country radio listening to Tracy Lawrence, Tim McGraw and Tracy Byrd. In high school, it was Brad Paisley and Kenny Chesney who helped a shy kid through those awkward teenage years of girls, football practice and mowing lawns. Over the last 8 years Jake has turned a dream of being a country artist into playing hundreds of shows a year across the country, opening for 27 + national touring act, playing more than 150 shows a year all as an Independent artist.
Shane Lunsford
Shane Lunsford is a Nashville recording artist with singles across all streaming platforms. Shane Lunsford and his band are known for a high energy show consisting of country music covers and originals.
Whiskey & Wine
Whiskey & Wine was established in November 2021 by Dawn Keller and Rich Condol, both from Greene County, IN. What started out as a fun little one time gig formed into a rapidly growing popular acoustic duo. Even in just a short time they have accomplished so much; from performing in the 8 Second Saloon “Battle of the Bands” finals to performing at the Scoreboard in Nashville, TN. They have also started recording an album of original music. Both have a unique style and personality that makes them easy to sit and listen to. Their motto of “playing a little something for everyone” gives their audience something to remember. With a wide range of cover songs and a nice mix of originals there really is something for everyone.
2022 Performers
Hank Ruff
As a recent graduate from Indiana University, Hank Ruff has been building a name for himself throughout the state of Indiana while being in college. After his latest EP "Hellbender" went #1 on the iTunes all-genre chart, Ruff hopes to further this momentum by beginning to play around the midwest and beyond. Now that he is finished with school and pursuing music full-time, Ruff has dreams to bring his more neo-traditional brand of country music all over the country. Most of Ruff's catalogue is comprised of songs that he and his father wrote together, including "If the Boot Fits". Filled with steel guitar and fiddle, these songs embody what Ruff and his music is all about: combining elements of the traditional country sound with modern influences, and bringing a little more of the classic elements of the distinctive country sound back into mainstream country music.
WildHeart Band
Wildheart is an Indiana based country band made up of musicians with a lot of experience behind them. We pride ourselves on being professional in every performance and at the same time giving you a great show that you will talk about long after we've packed up our gear and hit the road. Our set list covers some great country tunes from the 80’s to today as well as some classics from the legends like Johnny Cash, George Strait, George Jones, Charlie Daniels and Alabama. We also like to rock out from time to time with some classic rock tunes from artists like Tom Petty, Eagles, Marshall Tucker and Bob Segar just to name a few. We work hard to give 110% to every performance. We hope to see you at one of our shows.
Trey Hughes
Trey Hughes has traveled all around Indiana and the surrounding states playing gigs since he turned 21. If you’ve spent any time in Nashville, TN in the past 5 years, he could be found gigging full time on Broadway in the Honkytonks Downtown including, “World Famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge,” “Kid Rocks Bar,” and “AJ’s Good Time Bar.” He’s made a career on taking requests and entertaining a crowd!
2021 Performers
Jake Dodds
Jake Dodds grew up listening to country music, tuning into the Grand Ole Opry and watching The Statler Brothers Show on TNN with his grandparents every Saturday night. Growing up in the 90s, Jake got hooked on Garth Brooks tv specials and country radio listening to Tracy Lawrence, Tim McGraw and Tracy Byrd. In high school, it was Brad Paisley and Kenny Chesney who helped a shy kid through those awkward teenage years of girls, football practice and mowing lawns. Over the last 8 years Jake has turned a dream of being a country artist into playing hundreds of shows a year across the country, opening for 27 + national touring act, playing more than 150 shows a year all as an Independent artist.
Hank Ruff
As a recent graduate from Indiana University, Hank Ruff has been building a name for himself throughout the state of Indiana while being in college. After his latest EP "Hellbender" went #1 on the iTunes all-genre chart, Ruff hopes to further this momentum by beginning to play around the midwest and beyond. Now that he is finished with school and pursuing music full-time, Ruff has dreams to bring his more neo-traditional brand of country music all over the country. Most of Ruff's catalogue is comprised of songs that he and his father wrote together, including "If the Boot Fits". Filled with steel guitar and fiddle, these songs embody what Ruff and his music is all about: combining elements of the traditional country sound with modern influences, and bringing a little more of the classic elements of the distinctive country sound back into mainstream country music.
Zach DuBois
It’s been quite an interesting journey for DuBois to arrive here. After graduating from the University of Notre Dame in 2011, the Elkhart, IN native decided to put medical school on hold in pursuit of his passion for music. He recalls that process, “As part of an entrepreneurship class during my senior year, we had to develop a business plan for a venture that we wanted to start after graduation, so I decided to focus my project on being a touring singer-songwriter. After I ran the numbers and completed a feasibility analysis, I sort of had a ‘Eureka’ moment, realizing that I could actually make money playing music instead of taking a more traditional path.”
Once his studies were finished, DuBois put that plan into action, self-booking and promoting a tour establishing himself in the forefront of independent artists. Noticing his ability to create moments, CMT picked up his video, "Work Harder" and he has shared the stages with some of music's finest acts including: Old Dominion, Josh Abbott Band, Jack Ingram, Turnpike Troubadours, and American Aquarium.