NICK PICHET'S music is like a slot machine, when it lands on something, he just goes with it - win or lose. But more often than not, that slot machine hits Triple 7's and the audience gets to rake in their musical prize

AMELIA JO plays what she dubs "Folkin' Blues". A featured performer on this year's Acoustic Stage, her playing style and strong vocals are sure to pull you in to a groove you won't want to leave

STAR FK RADIUM, an instrumental trio of violin, acoustic guitar and drums from Washington DC, invokes imagery of an expansive aural landscape where things are simple, beautiful and perhaps bleak.

THE BAYTONES are the Tri-Cities premiere Big Band and will be "classing up" this year's Music Fest with their Big Band stylings. This 17 piece full orchestra boasts a music catalogue from Glenn Miller and Benny Goodman to Brian Setzer and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. The Baytones will be kicking off this year's event right at 2pm, so make sure you're there early to catch their set!

Do you miss rock and roll? Do you like fun? How about shaking your butt now and then? Yes, yes, and yes, say THE AUTOMATICS! When the music on the radio makes you angry, come see THE AUTOMATICS, they rock, but have a blast doing it. You'll dance, laugh, sing along, and lose some stress.

DOOGIE is all about good times, building forts, road trips, Mario Kart, spreading joy and killing depressing bullshit through music and just having fun doing what they love. High Five!

COUGAR THE TIGER fuses the epic and the minimal while preserving an indie sensibility; and they do it all in three minutes. They make powerful music that is at once dramatic, appealing, unrefined, and polished. They conjure an amalgamation of styles from classic rock to metal, new wave to folk. This is the eye of the cougar!

THE BANANA CONVENTION are always good time; a "cavalcade of music and fun", if you will. If you haven't kept up with them recently, the Music Fest is a great place to catch their new rocking sound

OXYMORONATRON brings their multimedia explosion of digital sound and quality - consisting of visual imagery in their videos and real, live, music playing robots! - from their laboratory in Dayton, OH to the 2010 Music Fest. Their explosive sound, high energy performance, and unique music is what sets them apart from the masses and you're sure to enjoy their show

PENINSULA RISING blends powerful rock sounds with smooth melodic ambiance. With musical influences ranging from 30 Seconds to Mars to Alice in Chains, each member brings their own individual style. Together, the band continues to evolve and push their limits as a group. While calling Saginaw, MI home, PENINSULA RISING continues to give high energy shows, with the drive to reach the next level.

THE HOLY GUN takes classic guitar rock then chews it up and spits it out with their own funky jam style. Ray Torres' enthusiasm is so infectuous and true, you can't help but move your feet and have a good time.

Dubbed a mix of Lenny Kravitz and Aerosmith, JIVA's sound is a soul-filled take on Hard Rock. Their new single “SET ME FREE” is currently being heavily featured on both 89X and WRIF in Detroit, and we're lucky to have them at this year's Music Fest.

BUCKRA brings their Gypsy Dance Funk Groove from Cincinnati to Saginaw once again at this year's fest. BUCKRA swings and swaggers while simultaneously embracing and altering every genre they touch. A BUCKRA show is the most fun you can have with your clothes on. And there’s no guarantee they’re going to stay on.

SMILEY FACE rocks. The end.

A MACHETE FIGHT is pure punk at it's core. An aggressive blend of punk rock rhythm, quick metal riffs, and power-pop sensibilities form together to create one of Saginaw's top rock sensations. Hear it for yourself, and you too can be victim to their fisticuffs of razor-sharp audio fury!