{"id":33,"date":"2017-10-24T15:29:31","date_gmt":"2017-10-24T15:29:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/site\/?page_id=33"},"modified":"2026-05-22T03:17:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T03:17:31","slug":"music","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/index.php\/music\/","title":{"rendered":"Music"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #035448;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1741\" src=\"https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" srcset=\"https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-144x144.png 144w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note.png 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 20px) 100vw, 20px\" \/>\u00a0 Thursday, June 25th<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710029080633{padding-top: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710370286621{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2457&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1777260084978{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1673&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031359537{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>The April Michelle Band<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">7:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]The April Michelle Band delivers a high-energy, genre-spanning show rooted in 90s country, blending classic influences, soulful reinterpretations, and unexpected favorites into a live experience that\u2019s anything but typical.<\/p>\n<p>Fronted by vocalist April Michelle\u2014whose voice carries power, grit, and raw emotion\u2014the band brings together seasoned musicians with decades of shared history on stage and beyond.\u00a0The band\u2014drummer John Marston (currently on the road with Aaron Tippin), guitarists David Brawner and Kyle Chandler, bassist Chris Shannon, and keyboardist Patrick Campbell\u2014is made up of lifelong musicians who have known each other since their early years, creating a chemistry that can\u2019t be manufactured. Collectively, the group has shared stages with a wide range of artists, bringing a depth of experience that shows in every performance. Featuring guitarist and vocalist Kyle Chandler, known for his smooth, soulful voice and effortless versatility, the band delivers a dynamic balance that sets their sound apart.<\/p>\n<p>Their setlist is built on a genuine love of music\u2014moving effortlessly across genres and drawing from songs that inspire them, not just the expected. From well-loved classics to overlooked deep cuts, the band brings a fresh, authentic approach that keeps every show engaging and uniquely their own.<\/p>\n<p>April Michelle is back on stage after losing her vision, bringing the same passion and presence that has defined her lifelong career.<\/p>\n<p>Built on decades of shared life, not just shared stages, The April Michelle Band delivers more than a show\u2014they deliver something real.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710370311441{padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2385&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774752033204{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1675&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031025392{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Howell Sledge and the Revue<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">8:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x140p0ai x1gufx9m x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1lliihq xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\" dir=\"auto\">Howell Sledge is the inspirational leader of Howell Sledge &amp; The Revue. Howell is the son of the legendary Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, Percy Sledge. Born in 1964, Howell was two years old when is father released &#8220;When a Man Loves a Woman&#8221;.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2375&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774567380880{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1673&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031359537{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>The Midnighters<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">9:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\">Established in 1985, The Midnighters are a dynamic six-piece combo featuring original and cover Soul, Rock and Blues music.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\">The Midnighters have performed with notable artists like Delbert McClinton, Marc Broudssard, Latimore, John Anderson, Bobby Lewis, Shirley Brown, T. Graham Brown, Otis Day &amp; The Knights, Percy Sledge, The Temptations and more.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\">The Midnighters are the go-to band for weddings, private functions, school functions, concerts, and corporate events.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #035448;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1741\" src=\"https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" srcset=\"https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-144x144.png 144w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note.png 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 20px) 100vw, 20px\" \/>\u00a0 Friday, June 26th<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2082&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Voodoo Bayou<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2377&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774567398009{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1675&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031045648{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ad2f72ca wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Voodoo Bayou was born in the heart of south Louisiana. The bayou rhythms and Southern spirit shaped its storytellers, dreamers, and its musicians. The Band formed in 2010 around singer\/songwriter and guitarist <em>Kyle Domangue<\/em>, guitarist <em>Michael Klaus<\/em>, bassist <em>Jody Naquin<\/em>, along with a circle of collaborating artists. Their goal: craft original, Indie, Southern roots rock that honors its heritage while forging a sound all their own.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\">The band&#8217;s journey began with writing and recording their debut album, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KVoHLUKSuA0&amp;list=OLAK5uy_ne0GBpOY0KUMOiF8i7U86keQ6BCpZokkU\"><em>Southern Style<\/em><\/a>. The project led them to the legendary Studio in the Country located in Bogalusa, Louisiana, a room that has hosted icons like <em>Kansas, Stevie Wonder<\/em>, and <em>The Neville Brothers<\/em>.\u00a0 These sessions shaped the band\u2019s creative identity, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KVoHLUKSuA0&amp;list=OLAK5uy_ne0GBpOY0KUMOiF8i7U86keQ6BCpZokkU\"><em>Southern Style<\/em><\/a>\u00a0was released in 2013, marking the Band\u2019s purpose and voice.<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>In late 2013, professional drummer\/percussionist, Sam LeCompte joined the Band.\u00a0 Sam\u2019s arrival brought fresh energy and helped rebuild a foundational groove that the Band still relies on today.<\/p>\n<p>Over the years, Voodoo Bayou has been joined by talented friends and musicians including, Mark Duet (keyboardist for <em>Keith Whitley and Louisiana\u2019s \u201cRockin\u2019 Fiddler\u201d Waylon Thibodeaux<\/em>), Rod Roddy (keyboardist for <em>LeRoux and Levee Band<\/em>), and Randy Carpenter (drummer for <em>LeRoux, Jo\u2019El Sonnier, <\/em>and <em>Clarence \u201cGatemouth\u201d Brown<\/em>).<\/p>\n<p>In 2022, the band welcomed keyboardist Billy \u201cWild Bill\u201d Stark as the fifth permanent member.\u00a0 Billy\u2019s 50+ years of performing brings energy, intensity, and a fresh dimension to the Band.<\/p>\n<p>\u201c<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KVoHLUKSuA0&amp;list=OLAK5uy_ne0GBpOY0KUMOiF8i7U86keQ6BCpZokkU\">SOUTHERN STYLE<\/a><\/em>\u201c opened doors to stages that welcomed original music. VOODOO BAYOU has shared the stage with national artists like <em>Restless Heart, Eddie Money<\/em>, and <em>Phil Vassar<\/em>.\u00a0 The Band\u2019s members have also opened for acts such as <em>The Doobie Brothers, Gin Blossoms, LeRoux, Zebra, The Cowsills<\/em>, and <em>Anders Osborne<\/em>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710029080633{padding-top: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710370349105{padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2458&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1777260070312{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1675&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031045648{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Pine Hill Counties<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">5:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Hailing from the small town of Hamilton, Alabama, Pine Hill Counties is a four-piece Country\/Folk band. With a mixture of Folk, Americana, and Alternative Country, they use this style of music to create stories that resonate with an audience long after the show is over.<\/p>\n<p>The band consists of Lead Vocalist and Rhythm Guitarist, Noah Carter, Bassist, Gage Seals, Drummer, Gavin Drewery, and Lead Guitarist, Jake Browning.<\/p>\n<p>After only starting just over a year ago, the band has played several festivals and house shows and continues to carry their music anywhere that will have them on a stage. Although a young band, Pine Hill Counties is bound and determined to make a name in the music world, all while capturing the main goal of their career: to make a positive impact on the masses.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2376&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774567409662{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1673&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031369816{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Elliott DeVaughn<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">6:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Elliott Devaughn is a singer-songwriter and musician from Booneville, MS. Growing up surrounded by various types of music, she found herself particularly drawn to indie folk rock.<\/p>\n<p>A chance encounter with Mississippi musician Jimbo Mathus inspired her to take progressive guitar lessons from him.\u00a0In addition to her guitar training, Elliott is experimenting with other instruments, including synthesizers and drum machines. Most recently, she has taken up bass guitar to enhance her rhythm skills and become a more well-rounded multi-instrumentalist, ready to shine at upcoming music events.<\/p>\n<p>Elliott&#8217;s sound, a captivating blend of indie folk rock, is heavily influenced by iconic bands such as Sonic Youth, The Velvet Underground, and The Strokes. Elements of Stevie Nicks, Joni Mitchell, and Fiona Apple resonate in Elliott&#8217;s clear, airy voice. As a passionate Mississippi musician, she strives to discover more diverse sounds to enrich her ever-growing and unique tone.<\/p>\n<p>At the beginning of 2025, Elliott fully immersed herself in her music career. In April 2025, her song \u201cFell in Love Too Fast\u201c won first place at the University of North Alabama\u2019s songwriter competition. She is actively booking music events and is planning to record more songs later in the year.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1778&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1772637416525{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1675&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031045648{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Moon Tree<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">7:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">Moon Tree is an rock band from the Muscle Shoals area who write, record, and perform their own songs. Influenced by classic rock, jazz, and blues, Moon Tree combines rhythm and soul with the power of rock and roll. Their albums, Moon Tree, Too Much Honey, and Into the Unknown are all available now.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1741\" src=\"https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" srcset=\"https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-144x144.png 144w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note.png 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 20px) 100vw, 20px\" \/>\u00a0 <span style=\"color: #035448;\"><strong>Saturday, June 27th<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2067&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Fuel<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2379&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774567547902{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1675&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031115699{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">Formed in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania by guitarist-songwriter Carl Bell, Fuel is known for their hit songs \u201cShimmer\u201d from the album Sunburn, \u201cHemorrhage (In My Hands)\u201d and \u201cBad Day\u201d from the album Something Like Human, as well as \u201cFalls on Me\u201d from the album Natural Selection as well as many other rock singles and albums. The band\u2019s music has been heard on TV, in numerous films, and on stages across the world.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710029080633{padding-top: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710370414585{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2388&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775011847871{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1673&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031379890{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>7X<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">4:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]7x was formed in March of 2025 and includes several industry veterans. Based out of Central Middle Tennessee, the band combines southern rock with a little bit of blues, country, and more for a soulful sound that is uniquely their own.<\/p>\n<p>Frontman and singer-songwriter Brad Graham delivers powerful, authentic performances and songs that honor his roots while carving out his own distinct place in country music.<\/p>\n<p>On keys and backup vocals is Mandy Keez. She is a lifelong professional musician, singer-songwriter, and recording artist who earned the distinction of One to Watch by Nashville Songwriter\u2019s Association International for her song \u201cLiving Hell\u201d and her song \u201cAway From You\u201d among others is included in movie and tv catalogues.<\/p>\n<p>Drummer Cole Ellis comes to Tennessee by way of Wisconsin. He first started playing drums at 8 years old, playing along with his brother to all types of music from Springsteen to Seether, Big and Rich to Jason Mraz.<\/p>\n<p>With nearly 35 years of experience, guitarist and backup vocalist Jay Ingram is known for his electrifying, high-energy presence and theatrical performances.<\/p>\n<p>Bass player DJ Combs is a second-generation Nashville musician who comes with wealth of experience. He is the backbone of the band, infusing their sound with undeniable authenticity.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710370421610{padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2378&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774567564522{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1675&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031115699{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Emerge<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">5:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Emerge is a high-energy rock band that fuses the intensity of metal with the melodic edge of modern hard rock. The band has toured extensively throughout the Southeast, sharing the stage with genre heavyweights such as Sevendust, Nothing More, 10 Years, and Scott Stapp of Creed, among others. Emerge is currently preparing to release a new EP this spring[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710029080633{padding-top: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710370414585{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2461&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1777852046368{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1675&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031115699{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Music City Misfits<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">6:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Music City Misfits is a five piece rock band based out of Muscle Shoals, AL. Founding members Chase Weatherford (Lead Guitar), Matt McHargue (Drums), and Todd McHargue (Rhythm Guitar) spent almost two years searching for a powerful vocalist. Their patience paid off in 2022 with the addition of lead singer Promise Gilkeson. Most recently, the band announced the addition of the extremely talented Rez Webster on bass in 2025. Music City Misfits will be in the studio working on their first album in the fall of this year.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710370421610{padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;2380&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774567703233{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1673&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710031379890{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;border-left-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Lightwatch<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">7:00 PM<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Muscle Shoals rock band Lightwatch broke through with their debut album Into the Evers, a tight and energetic 10-track release that introduced their sound with clarity and force. Following its release, the band completed an extensive 2025 tour, building a growing United States audience through high-impact live performances. Heading into 2026, Lightwatch is continuing that momentum\u2014returning to the road and expanding their reach nationwide as they establish themselves as a rising force in modern rock.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1741\" src=\"https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" srcset=\"https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-144x144.png 144w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/helenkellerfest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/musical-note.png 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 20px) 100vw, 20px\" \/>\u00a0 <span style=\"color: #035448;\"><strong>Sunday, June 28th<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">FIX Night at KellerFest brought to you by 91.3 WFIX<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710029080633{padding-top: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; 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John are proving that joy and hope belong at the center of Christian music. With a #1 Christian Radio hit under their belt (Somebody Like Me), this high-energy duo is keeping their foot on the gas with their newest single, Finished \u2014 an upbeat, anthemic reminder that no matter what life looks like, God isn\u2019t done yet.<\/p>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">The duo came to music through totally different paths. Caleb, a pastor\u2019s kid and classically trained musician, grew up on Christian radio. John, one of six kids and the only boy, taught himself guitar and piano through YouTube videos and leaned toward a gritty, rootsy sound. While touring and playing for artists like Sam Hunt, CAIN, Katy Nichole, and Anne Wilson, the two were introduced by a mutual friend. What started as a casual jam session quickly turned into something deeper \u2014 a creative connection that brought out the best in both of them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Their blend of Caleb\u2019s pop sensibilities and John\u2019s raw edge has given them a signature sound: joyful, bold, and soaked in truth. Hallelujah Feeling, their debut single, hit #3 on the charts and introduced fans to their vibrant style. But it was Somebody Like Me \u2014 a heartfelt anthem featuring CAIN \u2014 that struck a deeper chord, landing them their first #1 on Christian radio and opening doors to a rapidly growing fanbase.<\/p>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Two different backgrounds. One unified message. 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