Announcing the Harpeth Springaroo Music Lineup

May 17, 2012 - PRLog -- Kingston Springs, TN … The Harpeth Springaroo, a cancer relief benefit for five people with strong ties to Kingston Springs, TN that are battling late stage cancer will take place on Saturday, May 19. The event is scheduled from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm  in a beautiful 20 acre field situated at the mouth of Turnbull Creek and the Harpeth River.

In addition to folk, bluegrass, rock, Latin, country and blues there will be burgers, hot dogs, ribs and bar-b-que. Activities include horseshoes, fly fishing lessons by Adventure Fishing, a local business owned by Roger Hamiter, a wine and cheese tent courtesy of the Republican Party of Cheatham County, beer garden, inflatable slide, and a silent  auction with many beautiful pieces of art, gift certificates, bird houses, salon gifts and more.  

Musicians will perform on two flat-bed trailers situated along the Harpeth river. The P.A. system is sponsored by Clair Audio (Nashville, TN).  All proceeds will benefit equally five people in the community that are bravely battling cancer and experiencing mounting medical bills.

MUSIC LINEUP:  The first performance will be an acoustic set from John Stone.  Stone is recognized for his hard driving and soulful country rock music and is currently scheduled to tour in 2012 as the opening act for Kid Rock.  

Following will be the Spontaneous Mountain Boys with virtuoso fiddler Deanie Richardson performing with :  E.G. Smith ,Alan O'Bryant, Gene Bush, Casey Cambell and Joey Boone.  

George Adams follows with a mix of country, indie, and rock selections.  

The ever popular Los Lazy Boys, one of the more popular bands of The Fillin’ Station in historic downtown Kingston Springs, and all very talented musicians playing rock favorites and blues will perform midday featuring: Eric Struthers, Ariel DeSilvis, Ray DeSilvis, Patrick Weickenand, David Boisvert, & Terry Browne.  

Runaway Home performs both originals and old time favorites from the 60s and 70s - John Denver, Jim Croce, Chapin and Crosby, Stills & Nash along with some great country favorites. Runaway Home is composed of Mark Elliott, Gary Culley, Lisa McCarter, Chip Chipoletti and Lisa Horngren.

The afternoon acts include Roam County Radio, a trio of talented musicians that include Melinda and Adam Stenberg and David Liggett playing folk and Americana music showcasing  multiple instruments.

The Amy Hart Band features seasoned performers performing both old rock favorites performed and new original music followed by Savannah Conley, one of the more talented new performers in Kingston Springs celebrating the debut of her first EP.  Talented in both range and depth, Savannah often performs at the Red Tree Coffee and has a growing fan base.  

The finale for the evening will be RevolFusion, an energetic blend of traditional music from Brazil (Samba/Samba de Roda) Central America (Punta), Caribbean rhythems and the lively colors and sounds of Modern/Pop Music (Rap, Regueton, Rock). This large band features Billy Ramierez on congas, Mario Velona on bass, Noel Torres on bongos and bgv, Jhenson Molina on drums, Eddie Charles - percussion, Giovanni Quinonez - lead guitar, and more.

The gate opens at 9:00 a.m.  The cost is $10.00.  Children 12 and under are free. The Springaroo admission price does not cover the cost of food or beverages, however all food and activities will be reasonably priced. Donations also will be accepted the day of the event for all alcoholic beverages – beer and wine.

Organizer, Leslie Allen says, “I know that there are many graduation parties and activities planned on the 19th. We hope that everyone will carve out a little bit of time on this day to support the Springaroo.  This is not an annual event, but a one-time opportunity to come out in support of people that are daily battling cancer with courage.  We want this to be a day of blessings for everyone - musicians, performers, volunteers, sponsors and for everyone this benefits including their family and friends. Even if you do not know any of the people this benefit if for, this is an excellent way to spend a pretty day by the river and get to know people in your community.”

Financial donations in support of this benefit may be made to Community Bank & Trust in the name of Harpeth Springaroo.

Sponsors for this event are numerous and include: South Cheatham Advocate, Randy and Leslie Liles, Halleen and Tom Liles, Hillard and Teresa Liles, The Take Five Group, Devin Norcross, Wildcat Communications, B.J. Mitcham, Kingston Springs United Methodist Women, Community Bank & Trust, Red Tree, Heritage Bank, Blinker Light Port-a-Potty, Republican Party of Cheatham County, Kati Fisher & Family, Tennessee Contractors, South Side Disposal, Bob and Renee Bussiere, Nashville Tent and Awning, Quiznos, Gina Binkley Graphic Design, South Side Disposal, Cathy and Randy Frisch, Jackie and Bill Measures, Staples, VIP Cleaners, Martin & Company Advertising, Phil & Lynn Thune, Fed Ex/Kinkos (Harding Road), Evie and Kevin Sommers, Lisa Beck, Lisa Law Garretson, Karen and Sam Clark, Patsy and Phillip Russell, Bob and Vicky Sanders, Ralph and Leslie Allen, Clair Audio, Fireball Whiskey, Horizon Wine and Spirits, Lisa Law Garretson, Bob Sanders, Karen and Sam Clark, Vaden Northcutt, Patsy and Phillip Russell, Cotton Dawson, Lisa Vetitoe, Dickson Ice Company and Gary Barker, Chucklet & Honey, Wesley Haines, and Dent Central.

Charlie Sanders, owner of Dent Central Paintless Dent Repair, located at 3744 Annex Avenue, B-3 across Annex Avenue from Costco , is offering for a limited time to give 10% of their profits for any hailstorm repair to Springaroo!  This is a very generous offer. Promotional cards will be at the Springaroo Event.  The promotion simply requires that you inform Dent Central that the vehicle was brought in to support Springaroo. Check out http://www.dentcentral.com for testimonials and more information about dent repair  and stop by and talk to Charlie on Saturday.  

Directions from Nashville, TN: Take I-40 West to Exit 188 (Kingston Springs) only one exit past McCroy Lane.  Turn Right at the exit ramp, turn left onto Kingston Springs Road, turn right onto Main Street, pass The  Fillin’ Station and the Red Tree on Main Street and then make a left at stop sign onto West Kingston Springs Road (Audrey Beck Town Hall on right). Travel over Turnbull Creek and begin looking for directional signs, turn right over the railroad track bridge and make an immediate right onto a gravel road that will lead to Liles Bottom.  The venue is located only 1 mile from downtown Kingston Springs very near 1500 West Kingston Springs Road and approximately 3 miles from Exit 188.