Country in the Park
Special Thursday Concert

Mark Chesnutt
Sammy Kershaw
Christian Serpas & Ghost Town

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Jon Gill brings his talents all the way from Birmingham and has a wide range of vocals that will make you sit back and listen to every word. His soulful voice is accented with bluesy guitar, make a show you wont soon forget. Jon's silky voice will tell the stories of this singer/songwriter with songs that will be stuck in your head all day. Don't miss Jon's return trip to the Seafood Festival.

Rick and Ricky have been making great acoustic music together since way back when they joined up to form Four Unplugged 14 years ago. You never know who might join them on stage so come out early and see why they have been asked back to the Seafood Fest for more years than even they can remember.

No matter how you spell rock where you come from, in Mandeville it's spelled "C O S C I N O"! Mike Coscino and his trio have been ripping it up at local clubs all over the area, and we are happy to welcome them to the big stage as they kick start our afternoon at this years Festival.

Are they a rock band or they a brass band? They are all of the above and much more. The only way to understand the Bout It Brass Band is to check them out for yourselves. Our talent buyer said, "We receive many many requests from bands wanting to play at the festival, and Bout It Brass Band's DVD was so impressive that I just had to see them live!"

The Greater Mandeville Seafood Festival is happy to welcome back one of the best classic rock and roll shows in South Louisiana. Performing hits from the 60's to the present, this group of seasoned professionals from the New Orleans / Mandeville area will bring back those wonderful rock & roll memories plus create some new ones. They have been receiving rave reviews for their superior musicianship and fantastic vocal arrangements. This is a group you certainly don't want to miss, so get ready to strap yourselves into your seats and take a "Rock & Roll Journey Through Time" with Clockwerk

Last year everyone who witnessed their debut at the fest was so impressed with Troy Marks and No Idea's song selection and execution that we knew we had to have them back this year. Featuring everything from early rock n roll, to the 80's all the way to the Cupid Shuffle, No Idea does it all. Think you'll be impressed? You have NO IDEA!

Recently voted Best Area Band for the second year in a row, Four Unplugged remains the most in-demand special event band in the area with a versatile show featuring the diverse talents of 8 seasoned performers. You'll hear a great mix of classic favorites and gems you don't often hear covered. And while they challenge themselves musically by constantly updating their repertoire, there's one constant you can always expect - an entertaining and fun event. So crack open and Budweiser and get ready for a party!

We finish off our first full day of entertainment with one of our favorite horn fueled party bands. Get ready to enjoy everything from Chicago to Earth Wind and Fire with "New Orleans Premier Horn- Powered Dance Band" - The Boogie Men

Mike Epstein has been on the local music scene for the past eleven years. Originally as the front man for the local favorite "The Saddletramps". He has continued performing as a solo acoustic act for the past several years and has developed into a strong independent force in song arrangement and presentation. Mike adds a unique approach and styling to songs ranging from Kid Rock to John Denver in addition to performing well crafted originals. According to Mike "If it's got soul I'll play it". He has been a regular favorite at local pubs throughout the Northshore and New Orleans.

Blending Roots rock and Americana music into heartfelt lyrics, Soulscript hail from the northshore of New Orleans. The trio's first two CDs, "There By Now" and "Bleeding on Paper" were described by Offbeat Magazine as "seared with emotional intensity" and "polished." Chris Williams, Tommy Bowden, and Al Parr are currently recording their 3rd CD of original songs, "The Last of the Dogwood Sessions," scheduled to be released on Apple iTunes soon if not already.

The Abita Blues Band can be found playing their special brand of blues at festivals and clubs around the North shore and beyond. Part swamp boogie, part delta blues, and always funky, Abita Blues keeps 'em coming back for more. Recent appearances include Jefferson Parish Family Gras 2008, 2008 Crescent City Classic with Cowboy Mouth, as well as a standing room only appearance with the original Blues Brother himself, Dan Aykroyd, aka Elwood Blues, at the Madisonville Lighthouse Fundraiser event. Don't believe it? We've got the pictures to prove it.

Redline is made up of some very exciting New Orleans-area musicians. Founded in 1995 by Andy Breaux - singer, songwriter and guitarist, has done extensive spot work on Bourbon Street- masters many styles. Dennis Liverett plays a rippin hot bass guitar has also done extensive spot work on Bourbon Street. Marty Barras, drummer extraordinaire, drives the band with a variety of solid beats. Newest band member, Buzz Pickins has played the keys with all the greats in Nashville. Saxophonist Stan Hegeman, has played with blues and rock artists from Chicago to Kansas City and all points in between before making his home in Abita Springs.

There are a lot of new bands this year on our main stage and none newer than Band Camp. Their motto is "they came for a good time" and their fans from both the North and South Shores can attest to that. It's a fact, the party starts when they hit the stage. Come join in the fun!.

From Motown to Memphis, from Aretha Franklin to the Doobie Brothers... Soul Revival serves up a main course of dance music with a side of soul. When the this band gets hot you can feel the stage burn. We promise you will get caught up in the Soul Revival!

Made up of ex and current members of Big Wheel, 5 Finger Discount, Four Unplugged, and Bitter, Will Cullen has put together a 4 member rock band that is creating a following in the area. Strong vocals and harmonies play a big part in this band as well as a fresh songlist of forgotten hits and party music. Come see why we chose Supercharger to be the opening act for a massive fireworks show.

These guys have to be seen to be believed. Why else would they be heading the biggest and best festivals around? Nothing is off limits and everything is FUN for the whole family! "Bag of Donuts...The Baddest Show On Earth...Often Imitated, Never Duplicated." ENOUGH SAID!

If you've been out or about in the past year you've probably seen Ched perform at Nuvolari's, Friends Costal, Cosino's, from Hammond to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. His acoustic show runs the gamut of classic, folk, country and even the obscure song that will surprise and delight any crowd.

Fronted by Lacy Blackledge of Frankie and Lacy and the Movers, come check out Detective Fish as they make their debut on the main stage at the Greater Mandeville Seafood Festival.

Blues Station - This five member group, fronted by seasoned vocalists Elizabeth Carter and Kristopher Hines will prove that the blues are still alive! Covering rockin' blues hits from the past to today, they'll make you ask the question..."How blue can you get?"

Johnny Cash may have left this world, but his spirit is alive and well somewhere. I have no doubt he'll be smiling when Christian Serpas and Ghost Town hit the stage. A favorite of Country Rock fans all over the south, Mandeville's own Christian Serpas and the band play some great originals and covers; and they do it all with a sound that only Ghost Town can supply!

WHAT? Yes you heard right, this year the Mandeville Seafood Festival is proud to welcome the originators of FishHead Music, the RADIATORS! If you've ever seen them at the Mom's Ball or Tipitina's, or if you ever spent any time with the Rad's, you know you will be front and center when the Radiators play a special afternoon concert just for you at the Mandeville Seafood Festival.

Celebrating 26 Years of rocking the New Orleans area with the release of their new cd, "25" containing 17 covers songs! The Topcats are, and remain, one of New Orleans' premier party bands. Come see why the TopCats hold the record for making the most consecutive appearances at the Greater Mandeville Seafood Festival. No wonder that Rob, Pat, Buzzy and Dave do almost 300 appearances a year!

We are proud to end the night with Five Finger Discount, the Northshore's one and only full blown all out rock and roll circus! Consistently selling out clubs all over the south, they live by their motto, "crank it up and feel the energy." For a good time, Five Finger delivers the rock and roll goods again and again! Hey Dario, crank it up!

• St. Tammany Tourist Commission
• Mandeville Mayor Eddie Price
• Perkins Productions
• Keith's Towing
• New Orleans Original Daiquiris
• Banner Ford
• Charter Media
• Ja-Roy Exterminators
• Dixieland Electrical Contractors
• W.T.Kentzel, Inc. Printing
• LaPorte Sehrt Romig Hand
• H & R Block of Mandeville
• St. Tammany Parish Hospital
• City of Mandeville
• Golf Car World
• WNOE Radio 101.1
• Classic Fireworks by Pyrotecnico, Inc.
• Champagne Beverage Company