See one of the latest DIO Sessions here, featuring Marty O'Reilly and The Old Soul Orchestra performing a gritty version off their new album, Stereoscope. The group provides a window into the creative process behind this album, expressing their excitement and intentions behind such a sonic evolution.
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For 3 years running, our friends at Lagunitas have been massive supporters of all things Do It Ourselves. From video projects to our bar supply, these Pentaluma patrons of the arts have been incredibly generous. We couldn't be more grateful to have their continued sponsorship for DIO Fest 2018.
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Sky Country is returning to DIO Fest to lead the charge on the mainstage, with The Sextones making their debut at the fest. Moshe V Band, a local to the Santa Cruz mountains, will be gracing our amphitheater with his hometown tone.
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Willy Tea Taylor is making his DIO Fest debut as he nears the peak of his Knuckleball Prime. Annie Girl & The Flight will be gracing our amphitheatre, and Big Kitty is going to bring the alternative folk funk. Check out our latest artist spotlight inside.
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Headwaters, a conscious cannabis company operating in and around California, will be sponsoring DIO Fest 2018. Their booth will be a hot spot to learn more about sustainable agriculture, as well as a chance to win some raffle merchandise. See inside for a rundown of their mission to give back through their mission of ethical business practices.
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Lucas is an OG when it comes to all things DIO. He's been a constant supporter of the cause since day one and we're stoked to have his art featured at this years event. Swing by his booth to witness a screen printing master live at work.
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Lille æske is going to feature DIO Fest 2018 in their creative space, tucked up in the hills not too far from the festival grounds! Swing by to get a pair of tickets or some promotional goods for the event. See inside to learn more about their mission and earnest offering to the Santa Cruz Mountains community:
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Santa Cruz Waves has made an incredible impact on not only our local community, but has started to garnish attention from a national audience as well. We've partnered with their media team to put the word out regarding our mission and goals for DIO Fest 2018. They will have a booth presence on site with their most recent April/May issue on hand, be sure to swing by and say hello.
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The Deer are bringing their psychotropic folk all the way from Austin! Longtime friend and DIO-fam Kelly McFarling is performing an intimate set, along with local favorites Loos Leaf. See inside for a rundown of their ethos and a few of their featured tracks to get ya in the mood.
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Tepui will be sponsoring DIO Fest 2018 and bringing a fresh Tacoma with their latest gear to have on display! They've been pioneering some mighty efficient solutions to minimal, efficient, and equally cozy living on the road and in the wilderness. See inside for a rundown of their collaboration for the fest.
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The range of artistry and vision from Kyle Johnson (aka JuiceBox) is seemingly limitless. He's been pioneering the handshape landscape of surfboards in the Santa Cruz area, along with polishing some seamless signage and classic prints all over town. We're jazzed to have his work featured at DIO Fest 2018. See inside for the skinny:
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The polished artwork for our 2018 bill has arrived! See inside for more details.
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We couldn't be more excited to have Bri back on the mountain. We've been stoked to witness her art and her business grow so much over the past couple years. Bri's now become a pioneer of craft, rock, and road, making most of her catalogue from a little camper in the Eastern Sierras as of late.
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Sugar Candy Mountain will be joining the DIO family on the mountain this year, accompanied by Arthur Watership's quaint yet curious sound. Madeline Tasquin and Sarabande will be in attendance as well, representing a strong showing of female vocalists with many-a-story to tell.
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Tommy Guerrero is returning to DIO Fest with his distinct Bay Area blues-rock! Shannon Lay will be making her debut on the mountain with a solo performance of alt/punk-infused origninals. Dan Too, the Santa Cruz lovechild of groups long past, will be bringing their "yacht rock" to the big stage. See our latest artist spotlight weekly here.
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We're excited to have Futurebirds, Taylor Rae, and Sean Fleming all bringing their flare to DIO Fest 2018! Scope this latest artist spotlight to listen to their sounds and fill your ears with some spicy sauce.
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Stoked to announce The Autumn Defense duo, John Stirrat and Pat Sansone of Wilco, are performing an intimate set for our friends on the mountain! Also, thrilled to have the legendary band Texas Funk bringing their upbeat Latin-twang to the late-night, and for Joe Kaplow to grace our amphitheater with his hometown tone.
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Kelly is an OG of the DIO-scene, having been the chief photog at the festival. She's taken most everyone's most favorite portraits, and we're beyond grateful for her joining us each year.
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We're doing it ourselves, again! The full lineup for DIO Fest 2018 is live.
Back at Camp Krem for our 6th year running, where the vibe is high and the brews are cool. Looking forward to seeing everyone back on the mountain this April! Stoked.
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Hailing from the bohemian college town of Athens, Georgia, Futurebirds play laid-back country-rock with an atmospheric, psychedelic twist.
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