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Hinterland Music Festival – August 3-4, 2018
Headliners To Watch
Sturgill Simpson – The man has been burning up headlines as much with his music as his meta-commentary on the scene. Great tunes and truly an "important" artist in his own right.
Band Of Horses – Last seen in these parts at the Aragon Ballroom, they have a sound that yearns for the wide-open space of an outdoor festival.
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats – Based on reaction around Chicago, these guys would be enough to pack any venue around here. Their neo-soul should fit right at home in the Americana-rich environment of the Hinterlands.
The Undercard
Margo Price – Has written some of the truly catchiest tunes of the last few years. In many ways a female complement to Sturgill, expect to see her surge to headliner status before too long.
Anderson East – Check out the tune "Girlfriend" on his latest release. Stone cold stunning track.
Tyler Childers – Breakthrough country artist. You heard it here first.
You Need To Know
Camping is locked into the vibe of the music here as opposed to just a place to lie your head. Midwesterners looking for a roadtrip in the heart of the summer could do worse that Iowa.
VIP tickets, Saints passes, GA tickets, camping passes and parking passes will go on sale Friday, February 16 at 10 a.m. at http://hinterlandiowa.com.
General Admission: $105 two-day pass
VIP: $259 includes *new perks this year!* complimentary VIP camping and parking in an exclusive area next to the festival grounds, VIP restrooms in the stage and camping areas, access to special viewing area, VIP bar, air-conditioned VIP lounge, 5 drink tickets, priority access to Saturday morning Bloody Mary bar, appetizers, festival t-shirt. 21+ only.
Saints Pass: $599 (limited to only 50 passes) includes all of the VIP perks plus free drinks during the festival, reserved parking spot, free access to prime location camping area exclusive to Saints Pass holders, access to elevated platform with unobstructed stage views and seating on the Saints Deck by the front of house, limited edition signed screen-printed poster, organic locally-sourced meals in the Saints Lounge, early entry to festival grounds, skip to the front of the line shuttle pass. 21+ only.
Note: VIP and Saints Passes are extremely limited. Both have sold-out in past years. Purchasing early on Friday, February 16 is strongly encouraged.
Kids 12 and under will be admitted free to the festival with a paying adult.
The Bottom Line
Crafted specifically for people "who love the music and the outdoors", this fest should be a low-key way to enjoy some great music in a pastoral setting.
Full lineup and more information:
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