Warren Haynes' Mountain Jam will return once again to Hunter Mountain Ski Resort in Hunter, New York. This year's dates have been moved to June 4th-6th, so hopefully the weather will be a bit warmer. Gov't Mule will once again headline two nights and so far, it seems like the second headliner has not been announced (although I've heard rumors of Furthur, My Morning Jacket, or the Black Crowes). Some of the heavy hitters to join Mule this year include the Avett Brothers, Yonder Mountain String Band, Les Claypool, and the introduction of a new band featuring Derek Trucks and his wife Susan Tedeschi.
Having attended this fest, I will say that while it doesn't attract the names of Bonnaroo or Rothbury, it is diverse, well-scheduled, a modest size, and security is almost non-existent. Many more bands are to be announced, but if you live in the northeast, start making plans now, because it is a great start to the summer.
Mountain Jam 2010 Initial Lineup:
Gov't Mule
Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi Band
Michael Franti & Spearhead
The Avett Brothers
Les Claypool
Toots & The Maytals
Yonder Mountain String Band
Matisyahu
Dark Star Orchestra
Dave Mason
Lettuce
ALO
Jonathan Taylor & The Northern Lights
Elmwood
The London Souls
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