Gordon Sterling and The People is a Soul/Funk, Blues/Rock band from Washington, DC. They draw inspiration from 60’s and 70’s soul, funk, blues and rock—putting their own spin on classic sounds for a powerful musical experience. Gordon Sterling’s soulful voice, introspective lyrics, the band’s tight grooves, and improvisational jams captivate audiences and move their heart and soul. If you like artists such as Gary Clark Junior, Michael Kiwanuka, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Lettuce, and Galactic, then you don’t want to miss Gordon Sterling and The People!

Isaac Hadden: From a tow-headed wild child prancing the hills and streams of southwestern, VA to a powerful and innovative voice in the world of electric guitar, Isaac Hadden is a rising star in the national festival circuit. Immersed in music from early childhood, he began to play the guitar at age 5. By late middle school, he was gigging locally near his hometown in southwest Virginia. By age 15, his first band was playing regional venues and festivals, and supporting heavyweights of the jam and guitar circuits. Isaac’s shows are known for their raw energy, spontaneous creativity, and deep musical chemistry. With a fearless approach to blending genres, he delivers sets that are as dynamic as they are unforgettable. His touring unit is an all-star quartet that is quickly gaining notoriety on the music festival circuit and the East Coast jam scene for its high-energy performances and tight, dynamic improvisation. His cutting-edge playing style and animated stage presence, combined with his passion and talent, have built him a dedicated fan base in the United States and abroad and solidified him as one of the southeast’s fastest-growing young talents.

Soundwaves Funk Collective started in 2021 when saxophonist/keyboard/vocalist Ben Green wanted to start his own band. Since 2021 Soundwaves has played prominent venues in Baltimore and DC including the 8x10, The Ottobar, Baltimore Sounstage, The Recher, Pearl Street Warehouse, The Pocket, The Pie Shop and Capital One Hall. Soundwaves has opened for touring bands Big Something, Big Blitz, Chalk Dinosaur, Solar Circuit, The Samples, Thumpasaurus, and has shared the stage with over 30 local and regional bands. In 2023 Soundwaves played the Lets Go Music Festival headlined by 311. Soundwaves music is a high energy funk rock that blends Meters inspired funk with alternative rock, and we hope to rock our hard funk into the future!