Gathering of the Vibes 2012

Now celebrating its 17th year, Gathering of the Vibes is known for being the northeast's premier event for Funk, Jam Bands, Rock, Roots and Acoustic music, attracting more than 20,000 people each year. The Vibes consistently features one of the most exciting and diverse lineups on the east coast. Past performers include Crosby Stills & Nash, James Brown, The Allman Brothers Band, Buddy Guy, Jimmy Cliff, Primus, and many, many more.

There is 1 reserved slot for Sonicbids artists, and selected artists will be compensated./n/nGathering of the Vibes is the northeast's premier event for Funk, Jam Bands, Rock, Roots and Acoustic music. Now celebrating its 17th year, be one of the artists to perform at this annual weekend festival that attracts more than 25,000 people. For the 7th time in its history, Vibes will be returning to Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT in 2012 -- home of Vibes 1999-2000, 2007-2009, and 2011. Nestled in scenic Bridgeport, Connecticut with 370 acres of lush lawns, shady glades and sports fields rolling toward Long Island Sound, Seaside Park is a venue without peer on the Eastern Seaboard. There is 1 reserved slot for Sonicbids artists, and selected artists will be compensated.

Gathering of the Vibes will have car-side camping, flush toilets, showers, playgrounds, Kids Corner and Teen Scene, an on-site art gallery, mist tents, craft and food vending, a skate park, and over a mile of pristine beach within a short walk - an ideal space for this highly anticipated 'family reunion.'

Past performers include Crosby Stills & Nash, James Brown, The Allman Brothers Band, Buddy Guy, Primus, Jane's Addiction, Umphrey's McGee, Galactic, Mix Master Mike, Damien Marley & Nas, Furthur, Ratdog, George Clinton & P-Funk, the Levon Helm Band, Los Lobos, Jimmy Cliff, moe., Robert Randolph & the Family Band, and many, many more.

Please Note: Some degree of festival experience (with references) is required. Artists will be prompted for this information during the submission process.