2022 Music Festival - Night Two LIVE Concert

Friday, May 27, 2022
6:30 PM 11:00 PM 18:30 23:00

Port Clinton Square 600 Central Avenue Highland Park, IL, 60035 United States (map)

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Bitter Jester Music Festival 2022

- Night Two -

Performer and Judges Lineups & Bios

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May 27, 2022 Performers:

This Week’s Musical Acts in Competition:

• Chainsaw Boyz
• David’s House
• F!REWORKS
• Imperial Orange
• Scorched Waves
• You Got The Message

Bitter Jester Music Festival 2022 - Competitors Week 2

Featured Showcase Performers:

• Flannel Folk
• Vegan Steakhouse

Guest Artist:

• Claire-Mckenna

CHECK OUT THE BANDS BIOS!
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Chainsaw Boyz

Chainsaw Boyz is a five-piece punk and alternative band from St. Louis, MO. The band originated in November of 2020 but has been playing with the current lineup since August, 2021. Chainsaw Boyz’ debut show was a 2021 Battle of the Bands held at the Red Flag venue where they placed a respectable Honorable Mention.

David's House

David's House is a high-energy group of eight musicians who have all trained and performed for years as part of a leading, Chicagoland music school. Band members range from 16-18 years old. David's House plays an arena-styled show with a special focus on classic rock, funk, and some modern hits. This band delivers on musicality and energy!

F!REWORKS

F!REWORKS is a band formed by a group of high school friends from Minooka, IL, who love to play music. They have a wide range of influences including hair metal and grunge but bonded over a love of pop punk, especially bands like Blink 182 and Green Day. F!REWORKS performs original music as well as cover songs.

Imperial Orange

Imperial Orange is a three piece indie/alternative band from Muncie, IN, comprised of Jacob Schreiber, Caleb Johnson, and Joe Lowry. Though they have been releasing music since mid-2019, The current lineup didn't come together until September, 2021. The first single of their debut album, 'Boy,' was released that same month, with 'Boy' itself released shortly thereafter, in October of 2021.

Claire-Mckenna (Featured Guest Artist)

Claire-Mckenna is a solo singer/songwriter from Madison, WI. She has been playing piano and writing music since she was six years old, and has been playing guitar since she was 12. Claire-Mckenna hopes to reach people going through the same things she is; she mainly writes about anxiety, depression, heartbreak, and the formula of relationships.

Scorched Waves

Scorched Waves is an indie rock band based in Stevens Point, WI. They have played everywhere from airplane hangars, to universities, to Summerfest. The quintet is comparable to Arctic Monkeys, The Killers, The Bravery, and The Kooks, offering a unique blend of indie/alternative rock, post punk, and pop punk.

You Got the Message

You Got the Message (YGTM) is an award-winning Madison, WI, area band with a sound mostly focused in alternative and indie rock. They put an emphasis on high energy live shows that get crowds moving! Be it on stage or off, YGTM loves good vibes and good music!

Flannel Folk (Featured Showcase Artist)

Flannel Folk is a contemporary a cappella group based in Cedarburg, WI. Since their founding in 2018, they have gone on to become a household name in their region through their unique arrangements of fun and energetic music. Flannel Folk prides itself on singing multiple genres, including doo-wop, 80's rock, modern hits, and originals!

Vegan Steakhouse (Featured Showcase Artist)

Vegan Steakhouse is a pop fusion group based in Madison, WI. Their grooving rhythm section, charismatic horn section (known as "The New York Strip"), and genre-crossing songwriting have propelled them forward. They have performed at venues across Madison such as the High Noon Saloon and the Bur Oak, as well as at Summerfest in Milwaukee.