MerleFest Day 2 Brings Sunshine and Storms

Friday Highlights Included Sizzling Sets From Scythian, Marcus King, The Avett Brothers, and More

The second day of MerleFest got underway as the sun shone down upon us which was a welcoming sight for all. After a rainy opening day, we were all ready for a nice day, but the sun wasn’t the only thing bringing the heat. Friday brought a full day of hot music from all 12 stages with a little something for everyone. 

In true MerleFest tradition, the Traditional Stage was open and bringing us some of the best artists in traditional music and that wasn’t all. With all the stages going on, it was hard to choose which artists to go see. Fortunately, the setup of the festival offers an opportunity for many artists to play on different stages at different days and times so there’s a good chance if you missed someone that you could catch them somewhere else during MerleFest. A storm blew through in the afternoon shortening Scythian’s set but once the weather threat passed us, everything got going quickly with all the artists getting a chance to play. 

Here’s a Sneak Peek of Day Two!

Our day kicked off with the distinctive voice of Chris Jones & The Night Drivers at the Traditional Stage.

Getting our groove on with Bee Taylor on the Americana Stage.

Jamming with The Waybacks on the Americana Stage.

Checking out some of the upcoming young talents with Wyatt Ellis in the Little Picker’s Tent.

Singing the blues with Lightnin’ Wells on the Cabin Stage.

Having fun at the Pickin’ Place.

“Freeway Bound” with the incredible Miko Marks on the Watson Stage.

Enjoying a bluegrass jam with The Brothers Comatose on the Watson Stage.

Getting a taste of Appalachia with Songs From The Road Band on the Cabin Stage.

Listening to beautiful music from the beautiful instruments of Wayne Henderson & Friends at the Traditional Stage.

Rocking to some sea shanties with the one and only Scythian.

Learning about the Piedmont blues, the quills, and the rhythm bones with Dom Flemons on the Cabin Stage.

Dancing in the rain to the sounds of The Black Opry Revue at the Watson Stage.

Marcus King rocking our butts off at the Watson Stage.

Closing out Friday with an amazing dance party courtesy of The Avett Brothers. 

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