Main stage of the Ocrafolk Festival
We had such a great time at this very unique and special festival over the weekend. We'd love to thank our band sponsors Jill and Bill Gravely for their gracious hospitality and for Gary Mitchell and his band Molasses Creek for inviting us to perform. From two Saturday sets to the late-night bluegrass jam with our new friends Oak Grove String Band, we had a heckuva time. Check out part of the bluegrass jam here
As you know, we've been hard at work getting our second album ready to go. We're proud to show off the album cover here! We're also happy to announce that the album release show will be at the very beautiful Fletcher Opera Theater that's part of the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Durham NC on September 22nd. You can purchase tickets for the event here. We'll be joined by our good friends from Asheville, NC Fireside Collective
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES:
Thur June 8th
Hank and Pattie Duo @ Foothills Tasting Room in Winston-Salem 7-9pm
3800 Kimwell Drive
Sat June 10th
Hank and Pattie Duo @ BlueGlass in Farmville, NC Glassblowing demo starts at 6pm, music at 7pm
tickets available here
Fri June 30th
Hank, Pattie and The Current joins up with our good friends Tellico from Asheville NC @ The Grey Eagle
8pm
Find more info here and get tickets here
Tue July 4th
Hank, Pattie, and The Current perform at the July 4th fireworks celebration in Washington, NC from 6pm to dark. This is a free event in the park.
Sun July 9th
Hank, Pattie, and The Current @ The Magnolia Music Series in Flat Rock, NC 3pm
Find more info and tickets here
April 22 - Brewgaloo, Raleigh NC - 7:00-8:30pm. This is Raleigh’s premiere craft beer expo in the heart of downtown at City Plaza. Beer, bands, food trucks and a great time had by all. Look for us on the City Plaza Stage. Tickets available here.
April 23 - The Cat’s Cradle, Carrboro NC - 8:00pm. We’re honored to share the stage with the Grammy award winning bluegrass band, The Steeldriversfrom Nashville TN! Come join us for an evening of great music
April 30 - The Carolina Opry House, Jacksonville NC - 5:00pm. This historic venue has been around since 1967 and has featured many country greats, such as Loretta Lynn and George Straight, as they were developing their careers. The venue is now under new management and we’re proud to be the first group to kick off their “Bluegrass and BBQ Sundays.” Doors open at 3:00and each person will receive a plate of award winning BBQ. Click here for tickets
May 28th - Mountain Soul Music Series, Sparta, NC - 6:00pm. Sparta is working hard to become the Floyd of NC as they bring in all types of roots music throughout the summer.
May 29th - Gears and Guitars 2017, Bailey Park, Winston-Salem, NC. This yearly bike race for charity ends with a day-long concert in the beautiful Bailey Park in downtown Winston. Label mates Mipso as well as Collective Soul, Barenaked Ladies and Corey Smith share the festival bill. Tickets available here
June 2,3 - Ocrafolk Festival, Ocracoke, NC. We’re so happy to be involved with this great festival in one of the most beautiful spots in the southeast. If you’re looking for an excuse to get on an island for a weekend, this is a perfect chance! The Hank and Pattie Duo will be performing at Gaffer’s on Thur June 1st, if you get there early. Find more info here.
Every Tuesday, Hank Smith hosts Beer & Banjos at The Raleigh Times. Each week features a regional or national band that brings their unique twist to acoustic and bluegrass music. The show starts at 7:30pm, don’t miss it!