2010-06-09 / Arts & Entertainment

Two great bands headline River Fest

Aztec Two Step and the Rustic Overtones headine this summer’s event

Aztec Two Step will perform in Skowhegan June 25. Aztec Two Step will perform in Skowhegan June 25. SKOWHEGAN — Aztec Two Step, renowned for its original acoustic songs, and Rustic Overtones, one of Portland’s best known independent rock bands, will showcase their musical talents at this year’s River Fest event in downtown Skowhegan. Tickets are now available for both shows online and in local outlets.

On Friday evening, June 25, Aztec Two Step, one of acoustic music’s most enduring acts will perform original songs and a selection from the Simon and Garfunkel songbook at the Skowhegan Opera House. Emilia Dahlin will open the show with her with raw, rootsy folk and dynamic jazz vocals. Tickets for this show are $16 advance and $22 at the door for balcony seats; $18 in advance and $25 at the door for floor seating. Doors open at 7 p.m.

Rustic Overtones will entertain crowds on Saturday, June 26 evening under the River Fest Event Tent in the municipal parking lot on Commercial Street. Rustic Overtones, one of Portland most popular independent bands, has blended rock, soul, jazz and more to create a unique sound. All tickets for this event are $5 and proceeds will go to benefit the Run of River Project and Main Street Skowhegan organization. Tent opens at 7 p.m.

Tickets for both concert events are now available for cash or check at all Skowhegan Savings branch locations, the Skowhegan Town Hall and the Skowhegan Area Chamber of Commerce. Tickets can also be purchased at all Bull Moose music locations and online with credit/debit cards via www.brownpapertickets.com.

The concerts complement a weekend full of family-friendly activities planned for River Fest and the Upper Kennebec Valley Outdoor Expo, including free raft trips, 5K road race and an assortment of games, displays, entertainment and food.

Free parking is available in the downtown Skowhegan area and near the concert venues. A full schedule of events and more details are available at: www.skowsavings.com/riverfest.

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