Jemfest 2005- June 24-25 Orlando, FL

Kevan · #1 04-12-2005, 10:13 PM

Hey folks! Jemfest time again!

Here's the info:

DATE: June 24th and 25th
LOCATION: Orlando, FL
VENUE: Radisson Resort Worldgate
TIME: Afternoon-ish until they turn out the lights! :-)
ARTISTS: I'm still working on confirmations from artists, but trust me- they are all fantastic. There's going to be something for everyone. Well, maybe not the rap guys. LOL I'll post a complete list/schedule as soon as we have it.
ADMISSION: FREE!!! But we do respectfully ask for donations at the door.

We've blocked off rooms at the hotel especially for Jemfest attendees. In order to get the group rate, you'll need to call them (toll free) at 866-705-7676 and mention "Group Code: Jemfest". That will get you the discounted rate on rooms. We've tried to get all the Jemfest rooms next to each other to limit the number of late night noise complaints. You know who you are...heh heh.

The rooms are a touch more expensive than last year, BUT...it's 10x the hotel, and it's super-close to Disney, Downtown Disney, and it has a FREE shuttle to all the major parks (Universal, Sea World, etc.) Trust me- this place is AWESOME! Great venue for the event, 2 pools, a couple of restaurants...all within the hotel! The downside is that they don't have a free shuttle to the airport, so if you need wheels to/from the airport, contact Gabe or Kevan and we'll come and get you or drop you off.

Again this year we'll be doing a live webcast, or at least as live as we can get it with the available hookups at the hotel. So, if you can't make it down this year, you can still catch the performances from the comfort of your easy chair. You'll only miss out on the room jams, Rich running around the main pool in his thong (again), and all the other cool stuff we do over the weekend.

As soon as I have the artist schedule, I'll post it here.

Kevan · #2 04-16-2005, 03:53 PM

UPDATE
Holy crap! Artist confirmations are coming in fast and furious! We have a bunch of new folks with sick amounts of talent joining us this year, and some Jemfest regulars...

- ROB BALDUCCI- Rob's been with us from the begining, and he'll be with us until the end. His latest album, "Color Of Light" is available thru Favored Nations. Rob will probably be doing tracks from this record and a few of your favorites off the older albums, Balance and Mantra. Check out Rob's new site, and cool new message board here: www.robbalducci.com
Don't forget about Rob's "Lick Of The Week". Fun stuff!

- GARY SCHUTT- Gary's been to a couple of Jemfests, but hasn't played...until now! This Berklee grad has a bunch of records out, including one called "Excruciating Pleasures" which is entirely about a psycho ex-girlfriend. LMAO I love that record.

You'll catch him around the Tampa area with his own band, or globe-trotting as the bassist for Jeff Scott Soto. Gary's got a bunch of new originals that he'll be playing at Jemfest 2005. You can check him out here: www.garyschutt.com Oh, and yes- he's the guy that does the "Yngwie B. Goode" song. :P The Download section has plenty of stuff to check out.

- MIKE MARTIN- This Eric Sands-find is one serious player. With a background in classical, jazz and full-bore metal, Mike can get the guitar work done....no matter the genre'. This was proved to us back in 2002 when he played with Eric Sands' band "Strangeworld", and dropped some solos that discouraged a lot of up and coming players. LOL Mike got a call one day to join his buddy Sean Delson in the band Fozzy. WWF/WWE fans will know the name Fozzy; it's wrestler Chris Jericho's band. They started out doing covers, and now have some great originals on a new record. Mike's having a blast doing the Fozzy thing, dropping in for some fun with Rich Ward's group,Stuck Mojo, and performing live all over Atlanta. You can get a preview of Mike's stuff here: www.mikemartin.net , and then Fozzy stuff can be found here: www.fozzyrock.com (Check out Mike playing his UV777PBK in the video for "Enemy". Nice!)

So far, so great. As soon as I get more confirmations, I'll let you folks know.
This year is gonna ROCK!

GuitarMoFo23 · #3 04-17-2005, 11:11 AM

Awesome I will be there! That would be cool if you could get my guitar teacher Bill Peck to play there again.

Kevan · #4 05-13-2005, 03:10 AM

Hey folks! We've got our confirmations and finalized the schedule for Jemfest 2005. Check out this lineup:

Friday- June 24th
6pm- Andy Garrett
7- Angel Vivaldi
8- Exit The Ride (with Bill Peck)
9- Mike Martin
10- Gary Schutt

Saturday- June 25th
6pm- German Schauss
7- Tony Smotherman
8- Fernando Pareta
9 -Eric Sands & Strangeworld
10- Rob Balducci
11'ish- Jemfest Jam

Yes- That's TEN insanely-talented artists over two days. With no admission charge, I promise you won't find a better concert deal this summer. Plus, the chance to jam with them on Sat. night? Come on....

Hotel rooms are going fast, so get them booked (check out Jemfest.com for all the details).

More info about raffle items coming soon!

EDIT- fixed schedule.

gephro · #5 05-13-2005, 08:08 AM

vai? just wondering!

Kevan · #6 05-14-2005, 01:27 AM

Well, if Steve wants to stop by, he's more than welcome.

And of course he gets in free just like everyone else.

shane peoples · #7 05-19-2005, 04:33 PM

I live in southeast texas and was thinknig about going to jemfest. Is there anyone else in the area going, maybe we can ride together.

bob oakman · #8 06-02-2005, 06:37 PM

Airfare purchased. I'll be there...
Shane, check with Gabe, jemfest Prez. He's driving from Houston. If you can get there, he may have room.

guitarist for hire · #9 06-02-2005, 10:54 PM

I'm going!! I've been trying to e-mail you guys to tell you I'd help out. I'll be in florida all that week so please send me an e-mail or something.

Kevan · #10 06-04-2005, 05:01 PM

GFH- I haven't gotten any email from you yet. If you accidentally put "C1AL1s! Suppper cheap!" in the subject, it got deleted. :-)

kevan@jemfest.com

I'll keep an eye out for an email from ya.

So far, we've got a good crew built up, but it's always nice to have an extra set of hands. You like wrapping cable? LOL

I checked with the hotel on Friday, and there are still a couple of rooms left. Grab 'em while they're available. Oh, and if you have any problems with getting the Jemfest rate, let me know (email or at the event) and I'll get it taken care of for ya.

Thanks everyone!

GuitarMoFo23 · #11 06-09-2005, 04:57 AM

Woot woot I live very close! I will be there. Bill Peck is my guitar teacher hurray!

Kevan · #12 06-10-2005, 01:55 AM

UPDATE!

The t-shirt designs are finished! Check it out:

How sweet is that? :-)

Here are the flyers as well:

Super-res version: http://www.jemfest.com/2005/jemfest_2005_flyer.jpg
8x10 version: http://www.jemfest.com/2005/jemfest_2005_flyer_8x10.jpg

If any of the local guys feel up to it, printing out a few and dropping them off at your local music hangout would be greatly appreciated. And, as usual, any online pimping, from anyone, is more than welcome.

GuitarMofo: Bill has played at Jemfest a few times in the past, and dropping some chops that raise even the most experienced eyebrows. We're glad to have him back this year with is new band. He's always a good guy to hang with too (chicks dig the model-types. LOL).

We look forward to seeing you all there!

Rock on!

fettouhi · #13 06-10-2005, 02:47 AM

Looking good

!

Regards

André

GuitarMoFo23 · #14 06-11-2005, 01:42 AM

Sounds awesome! Bill is such a great guy and I can't wait to hear the other bands and muscians. I live over by Maitland so I will be sure to drop off some flyers at the local shops like Music Shack and the bigger ones like Sam Ash and such. This is going to be a awesome event although I am slightly sad that I could not pay off my Jem on hold at Sam Ash in time for the event.

Also I reckon I can lend a hand setting up if need be.