Foxfire Festivals, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit division of The Farm on St. Mathias, announces the second concert in Field of Dreams - Roots Music Concert Series for 2017 - www.thefarmonstmathias.com/2017events .
On Saturday, Foxfire Festivals and Shrinkrap Productions present the second concert of the season at The Farm on St. Mathias, featuring The Chemistry Set with local favorite, Old Fat and Grey.
Chemistry Set has been a mainstay in Minneapolis and surrounding regions for more than a decade, playing their brand of roots-inspired music in venues ranging from small neighborhood dive bars to outdoor stages that draw hundreds.
The band's vision comes from singer-songwriter-guitarist Chris Thompson, who has a knack for evocative story line and catchy musical hooks. He and drummer Steve Smith have played together in various bands since the 1980s, and their vocal harmonies are a hallmark of the band. Jackie Crosby brought a blues and country-swing sensibility to Chemistry Set when she joined in 2010.
"Grit" the band's third record, was released in 2015. Chemistry Set is currently at work on a new studio album and a live recording, both scheduled for release in 2017.
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Old Fat and Grey consist of four local long-time friends, who met working at the original Brainerd State Hospital, and have played together for numerous years. Consisting of Ron Palm, Jeff Powers, Clyde Campbell and Arvid Theien, the group has played for friends, family and special gatherings. Join The Farm in welcoming old friends and coworkers, and BRHSC alumni.
Suggested cover $10 for ages 16 and older, with 15 and younger free. Farm fresh grub and bar by Prairie Bay. The gates to The Farm open at 5 p.m. with stage entertainment beginning at 7 p.m.
Free camping is available. Bring your lawn chairs and prepare for an evening of serious roots music and fun times with friends-old and new. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Five Wings Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
For more information, go to www.thefarmonstmathias.com and to see the complete concert schedule.
