We love hand-picking some of the Mid-Atlantic’s most talented and entertaining bands to rock our crowd. Some you may have heard before, others maybe not. Regardless, they’re all worth checking out. Like food, we believe diversity in music is the spice of life. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
SEVERAL SPECIES
The PINK FLOYD Experience
Celebrating 30 Years!
LASER LIGHT SHOW – QUADRAPHONIC SURROUND SOUND
On our post Trifecta 2025 survey, we asked what band would you like to see return for Trifecta 2026 and the overwhelming response was Several Species!
They make a huge return as they celebrate 30 Years! To mark this monumental
achievement, their already amazing show will now feature a state of the art laser light show and quadraphonic surround sound for the first time ever at Trifecta!
The Washington Post said it best. “This 11 piece ensemble will give any Floyd fan the same genuine chills and thrills as the real thing. They masterfully create an amazing audio / visual spectacle with meticulous attention to detail. They truly are as close as you’re going to get”.
SEVERAL SPECIES
Chris Scholes – Lead Guitar
Matt Zoll – Drums
Tim Morrison – Lead Vocals
Bob Bartram – Bass
Seth Berkowitz – Keyboard/Synth
Chuck Field – Keys/Piano/Leslie
George Gipe – Guitar
Hollie Brogunier – Backing vocal/12 string
Courtney Bittinger – Backing Vocals
Brandy Reece – Backing Vocals
Dave Rybczynski – Sax
The Debut of Ed Hough’s ALLMAN / DEAD Collective
We love a great jam band and you can’t get any better than this combo!
Ed Hough, drums and vocals
A veteran multi-instrumentalist in the Baltimore music scene for over 30 years, Ed Hough continues to wow audiences and keep them coming back for more. Through his many Collectives of Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers, and his own original music with Smooth Kentucky, Ed gathers some of the best players throughout the DMV to create and share in a night of pure magic. These impromptu shows are always a musical rollercoaster journey filled with twists and turns that will stir and move the soul.
Cris Jacobs, guitar and vocals
A star of Baltimore’s roots and jam scenes, Cris Jacobs rose to prominence as the singer and guitarist from the popular Baltimore band The Bridge before branching out as a solo artist. He has performed with Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh & Friends on several occasions, toured with Steve Winwood and recorded with Ivan Neville and Jerry Douglas.
Mookie Siegel, Hammond B3 and piano
Mookie Siegel is a premier San Francisco Bay Area keyboardist and vocalist who performs regularly in the jam band scene. He has a long performance history with Phil Lesh, Bob Weir and Donna Jean Godchaux of the Grateful Dead. Other notable bands and collaborations include the New Riders Of The Purple Sage, Kingfish, Lester Chambers of the Chambers Brothers and Steve Kimock. Mookie is a current and founding member of the David Nelson Band and also performs regularly with Moonalice.
Dave Markowitz, bass
A Maryland native, Dave toured the country and abroad since 2004 with Baltimore’s The Bridge. Playing alongside his Bridge brothers and others in many different iterations, Dave has been entertaining music lovers for over 20 years in many original and tribute bands.
Bobby Thompson, guitar and vocals
Winner of the 2018 Washington Area Music Association Award for Best Blues Album, Bobby Thompson has fronted bands like Blueheart Revival and Revelator Hill and been a sideman for artists such as Justin Jones (9:30 Club Records), Laura Tsaggaris, and toured with SOJA.
Mike Gambone, drums
Mike Gambone became obsessed with playing drums at the age of 12. In 2004, he received a Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance from Towson University and has made a living performing and teaching private lessons ever since. He’s played in many projects over the years, including The Bridge, The Morel Trio, Speakers of the House, Ruben Montoya Band, Carey Ziegler’s Expensive Hobby, Junkyard Saints and Doug Segree Band. Mike is the proud father of four amazing kids and currently resides in Arnold, MD.
Jonathan Sloane, guitar and vocals
Jonathan Sloane is a multi-talented, lifelong musician, instructor, guitarist and lyricist based in Washington, DC. His compositions, tone and lyrical lead guitar playing are deeply rooted in the blues; expanding into R&B, rock ‘n’ roll, funk and soul.
SATISFACTION
The International ROLLING STONES Show
“One of the best tribute shows in the world”
– Rolling Stone Magazine
“Satisfaction/The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show” is the international touring tribute show to the World’s Greatest Rock & Roll Band. They have been featured in Rolling Stone magazine, Showbiz Magazine, Las Vegas Today, CBS Sunday Morning news and hundreds of national newspapers, magazines, television & radio as the world’s greatest show honoring the Rolling Stones and their legacy.
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PRANCE
A Purple Celebration of PRINCE
Only Area Show in 2026!
Splitsville’s lead guitarist Tony Waddy started singing and playing Prince songs decades before that sad day in 2016. No one expected to lose Prince so soon. That weekend, friends in the Fell’s Point music community decided to heal with a spontaneous party which became an annual tribute to The Artist for several years: Prance – a group of talented Baltimore musicians throwing down to celebrate Prince. The 10th anniversary of his passing means that it’s time to do it again. Joining Tony (guitar/vocals) are acclaimed Fell’s musicians and Prance alums Gavin Elder (keyboards), Jess McQuay (drums; Girlband, Heath Street Band, Chesapeake Baes), Jay Swanson (guitar; The Mahoney Brothers, The Radio Dials), Paul Krysiak (bass; Splitsville, The Greenberry Woods), and Joe Parson (drums/percussion; The Greenberry Woods).”
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KELLY BELL BAND
There’s a reason Kelly Bell Band plays Trifecta every year. They’re one of the most fun, best live bands around!
The Kelly Bell Band, celebrated as Baltimore’s top Blues band for over a decade, is known for their electrifying performances that blend Blues with a dynamic fusion of Soul, Funk, Hip-Hop, and Rock. Originally formed as the backing band for rock legend Bo Diddley, KBB has since toured the world, captivating audiences in Japan, Spain, Italy, and beyond. With accolades including two Maryland Music Awards and a reputation as the Mid-Atlantic’s Best Blues Band for 12 consecutive years, they’ve become a staple of the region’s music scene.
Their debut album, Phat Blues Music, remains one of the best-selling records in the Mid-Atlantic, and their live shows are renowned for their high energy, audience interaction, and a strong sense of community. Led by the charismatic Kelly Bell—also known as ‘The Bluesman’—the band is committed to both their craft and their fans, making every show an unforgettable experience.
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JAH WORKS
The GOAT of Baltimore Reggae! We dare you to keep still when these guys are grooving!
Jah Works is a true grassroots success story that emerged from Baltimore’s reggae scene over 30 years ago. This is music made by and for lovers of real, authentic reggae music. Consistently performing hundreds of shows a year worldwide, they have forged their sound in clubs, festivals and on the sun-drenched beaches of Negril.
Their sound is firmly planted in the roots of Jamaican music and culture, encompassing rock steady, reggae, and elements of dancehall and dub. What Jah Works does best is introduce the novice music listener to the fullness of reggae music and culture.
Formed in 1993, the band found their identity while listening to the song “Jah Works” by the classic Jamaican vocal group The Gladiators. Lyrics like “I’m a man of prayer, none of my doings, shall ever go wrong…” and “Jah hear I when I cry” resonated with the members, and so Jah Works was moved to begin writing their own original reggae music.
Starting with “Feast or Famine” in 1994, the band has recorded and released 11
albums to date. Hardcore Jah Works fans are already labeling their latest release “River of Life” (Spring 2026) as their best album yet. Guest artists include Kenyatta Hill (Culture) and Nick Sefakis (Iya Terra), “River of Life” is a lush, horn drenched roots reggae album and another step forward in the group’s evolution. Recorded and mixed by Steve Wright (Wrightway Studios), Jah Works’ latest and greatest effort will continue cement their standing as one of the finest reggae bands to ever come out of the United States.
DOC MARTEN AND THE FLANNELS
The buzz band at Trifecta 2024, DMATF return!
Known for convincingly covering high-energy bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Foo Fighters, they are one of the most sought after bands in the area. We’re excited to have them back.
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CRUSHING DAY 90’s LINEUP
Reunion Set of Alternative Rock
Danny Morris, Ross Tyrie, Chris Young, Brett Hayes and Jim McFaul are reuniting for a special Trifecta set! Relive the alternative/grunge 90’s rock that made Crushing Day the go-to band when you wanted to go out and have some fun at the clubs!
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BONFIRE
We love finding one young hungry band who play the local clubs and rewarding them with playing the big stage at Trifecta!
Bonfire brings the heart and soul of the great classic rock tunes everyone knows and loves from Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Rush, and Sabbath with a quite impressive young flair! Based out of Harford County MD, this band is one to keep your eye on as they grow.
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STAGES ALL-STARS
We proudly support young kids who are passionate about learning to play music. What a great way to kick off the festival every year!
The All-Star bands at Stages Music Arts are an elite, audition-based group designed for serious young musicians who aim to perform at a professional level. Selected through a competitive audition process, members work with professional mentors, record in professional studios, and develop the skills needed to become working musicians. Stages Music Arts provides everything from private lessons and beginner bands to advanced programs like All-Access, to professional recording studios and performance venues – creating a clear pathway for students of all ages and experience levels to discover their voice and grow as musicians.
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