Friday, October 5th

MAIN STAGE - sponsored by El Dorado Chemical

WEST STAGE - sponsored by AmerCable

SOUTH STAGE - sponsored by Office Equipment of South Arkansas

EAST STAGE - sponsored by Dixie Air

Saturday, October 6th

MAIN STAGE - sponsored by El Dorado Chemical

SOUTH STAGE - sponsored by Office Equipment of South Arkansas

EAST STAGE - sponsored by Dixie Air

WEST STAGE - sponsored by AmerCable

Few artists boast a wider appeal than Joan Jett. At only age 17 she was headlining at venues with bands like Tom Petty, Television, the Talking Heads, and Cheap Trick opening up for her, and she later toured with the Ramones. Joan Jett and the Blackhearts have no less than 9 top 40 hits and eight Platinum and gold LP’s. This phenomenal group is a Rock-n-Roll legend. A genuine icon and influential trailblazing musicians, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts have produced hits such as; “I Love Rock & Roll,” “I Hate Myself for Loving You,” “Crimson & Clover,” and don’t forget “Bad Reputation.” The group will be touring with Aerosmith this Fall, performing Songs from their latest hit album, “Sinner”. The New York Times raves, “Her voice is remarkably young. There is nothing everyday about her.” “Sinner is one of the best and most ferocious pop-punk albums of the year”, says the Chicago Sun times. For more info on Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, visit www.joanjett.com

Tracy Lawrence has sold more than 8 million albums worldwide and has hit the top of the country music singles charts 17 times, holding #1 for the summer of 2007 with his hit song “Find Out Who Your Friends Are.” This phenomenal number 1 hit on Billboard music charts, came as no surprise to his fans, already having 4 straight # 1 hits like, “Can’t Break it to My heart,” “My Second Home,” and “If the Good Die Young.” Tracy Lawrence has been Billboard’s top new male vocalist, and the Academy of Country Music’s top new male vocalist. He has also won Country Weekly’s video artist of the year and the Editor’s Platinum Pick. He is best known for his platinum record hit, “If the World Had a Front Porch,” and “Texas Tornado.” An accomplished artist, generous charity fundraiser, and self-proclaimed “Hellion,” join Arkansas’ native son, Tracy Lawrence as he headlines the celebrated 20th Anniversary of MusicFest El Dorado, South Arkansas’ Largest outdoor music festival. For more info on Tracy Lawrence, visit www.tracylawrence.com

Known for saying what's on his mind and letting the chips fall where they may, Charlie Robison, created a name in the country music industry. His albums such as “Life of the Party”, “Step Right Up” and “Unleashed Live” were all great with songs such as “My Hometown”, “Barlight” and “El Cerrito Place”; however, now married to Emily Robison (former Emily Erwin of The Dixie Chicks) and raising 3 children has unleashed a new Robinson. His latest album, 'Good Times,' has the type of lyrics we all love full of cool humor and general style but with a new relaxed/ laid-back musical backdrop. For more info on Charlie Robison, visit www.charlierobison.com

The Young Gun Blues Guitar Player has earned his name after being voted #3 of the best Guitar Players in the nation by Guitar Player Magazine. Having opened up for B.B. King in Shreveport, Louisiana in 2003, Jeans has become a “true to the Blues” with his guitar charm. Fans love him for his old-fashion ways as he travels across twelve different states driving the van, handling his own press via cell phone and even carrying his own equipment. His dedication to his trade is both honorable and humbling but it's a true representation of the man behind the guitar. For more info, visit www.myspace.com/wesjeans

As seen on P Diddie’s “Making the Band” on MTV, this R&B artist is definitely making his mark. Jeremic “J. Rashad” Jamerson is an up and coming artist in the unsigned R&B industry. He released his first album, “Mr. Romantic Man” early in his solo career, and since the success of the “Making The Band” show, has been working on his new album and establishing his name and career in the music industry. for more info, visit: www.myspace.com/ineedjrashad

Kiley Bland, Steve Cox and Adam Hoffoss...Three guys who grew up in small towns with dreams of some day escaping the country back roads to be in a rock and roll band. Well those guys made their dreams come true. The band won 2nd place in the 2003 Grammy Demo Review out of 800 bands, and recently the band was selected as a national finalist in the Clear Channel Radio Star contest. Junior released their debut album in 2001 entitled Starving Artists of the Year, an EP titled Redneck, White, and Blue in 2003, and the new full length album, Y’all Ready To Rock?, in June 2005

Three-piece band blending roots, folk and rhythm & blues with plain old rock & roll! The band, made up of Trey Johnson, Garron Helm and Chad Morris, have become one of the most popular acts in El Dorado to date. The trio has performed at more MusicFests than almost any other act and continues to draw huge crowds each year. The band, which has been chosen to open up the Summer Concert Series since it’s inception, performs original material as well as a diverse set list of covers. Music-Chairman Henry Frisby stated, “We couldn’t celebrate the 20th Anniversary of MusicFest without Pail, they continue to treat El Dorado as their home away from home and the people here love them!”

Lucious discovered at an early age that God had blessed him with a special gift. Relocating to Arkansas at the age of 18, he forged his way thru the ranks with energy, spark, and fervor that to this day remains undiminished. Lucious' musical ability and showmanship have consequently catapulted him to the top of the Arkansas music scene. He has performed with countless well known musicians to include Bo Diddly, Larry "Totsy" Davis, and Big Jack Johnson. In addition, Lucious has been the opening act for such artist as the legendary Ritchie Havens' Bobby "Blue" Bland, and the infamous Tower of Power.

Jones has evolved into a musician who plays a music style that puts a contemporary spin on the traditional sounds of his old skool teachers... he calls it tha' Bluez ! He represents a new generation of underground delta-based bluez artists. He is the real deal, and plays music for today's music fans... it ain't your grampa's music, or that same ol' predictable blues stuff that you may find at big corporate record companies. Billy Jones has developed a sound that presents the music from a more urbanized and street-wise point of view, while being firmly rooted in the standard blues tradition.

One of the major headliners for Fat Possum Recording artist - This Mississippi roots-rock band has received rave reviews in Billboard and Rolling Stone Magazines as well as countless publications throughout the South. Mize is a native of Conway, Arkansas and his music is a rough-edged and winning combination of Dixie rock’n’roll, honky – tonk country and juke-joint blues.

The hottest band out of Memphis in years heralds a veteran lineup of musicians such as Burney Warren of Bumrush on bass. Mike Hutzel on organ and keys, Brett Broadway formerly of Jocephus and the Georgetown Massacre on drums , and the multi talented Hope Clayburn who plays Tenor sax, Baritone sax, flute, sings, raps, and really brings allot of new excitement to our shows. Our sound varies into several genres including rock, blues, jazz, country, spanish, gospel and acoustic folk.

Savin’ Dixon is Louisiana’s Hottest Renegade Country Band! Their sound has always been characterized by growth and power. Since the band officially formed in the early 2001, they have continued to challenge themselves to grow with the same evolution that is their music. This evolution is never more strikingly apparent than on “On Down the Road”, their second release for indie producer Mike McKenzie, a studio project with the drive and passion that typifies their live shows. A mixture of styles and sounds has always played an important role in the band’s identity. With the thousands of fans that show for each year’s Talladega NASCAR race to the clubs across the south that flock time and again, there is no let down of pure fun and adrenaline that follows. From the first guitar lick to the last cymbal roll, everyone in attendance is always asking for more.

In 2005, the band spent four months recording a five song EP in Nashville, TN which has begun airing on local clear channel radio stations & is gaining rapid popularity. With 2006 and the years to come, Rein is determined to entertain audiences with their energized live performances and spread their music to as many people as possible.

Emerging Arkansas artist, Dave Almond hits the stage at Music Fest 2007. After years of guitar strummin' searching for just the right bridge or solo, years of hollerin' his lyrics to the world, now Almond's rootsy, authentic, and genuinely "organic" vocal stories of real-life experiences bad, good, horrific and spiritual are yours for the taking. The live show of Dave Almond combines intelligent, wry wit and sober and not-so-sober observations on the human condition in a natural, relaxed manner and showmanship professionalism. If you've been hankerin' for a taste a "little different" from country fare and love good acoustic blues by creative, original and unique talent, don’t miss this performance!

Dean Agus Band" is a group of well-rounded musicians hailing from central Arkansas in the hometown of Hot Springs National Park. Formerly known as "Crash Meadows", the band won several regional competitions, guest hosted on nearly every major radio station in their home market, and frequently performed on channel 7's "Good Morning Arkansas". Having rocked out many benefits, showcases, and concerts..."Crash Meadows" had also earned the right to open for a few well-known signed acts, such as; Blues Traveler, Confederate Railroad, and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.

One of the hottest rappers to hale from our very own El Dorado Arkansas

Alize was originally established in 1999, and was just reformed in 2006, they are primarily a club band, and are in the process of putting together some new original material! They cover various artist ranging from Bob Segar, Guns-n-Roses, and AC/DC to Nickleback, 3 doors down, and Hinder.

High energy rock band from Texarkana who are no stranger to MusicFest with their second years appearance.

Josh Green is a 23 year old singer/songwriter from North Little Rock, AR, who loves to entertain people of all musical backgrounds. With his exceptional vocals and complementary mixture of acoustic guitar, he captures the crowds’ attention everywhere he plays. As for his musical styles, they include everything from Matchbox Twenty and John Mayer all the way to the country music star Garth Brooks. Josh has been playing the Little Rock bar scene for nearly 2 years now from starting out at local coffee shops and small bars then moving on to bigger venues such as West End, Cajuns, The Underground Pub. And sometimes, if your lucky enough, you can even catch him onstage at the downtown Little Rock venue Willy D's Piano Bar, entertaining the crowd with popular songs such as 'Wonderwall' by Oasis and '3am' by Matchbox Twenty.

Christian Rock band with an acclaimed local following after winning the Bugs, Band and Bikes, Battle of the Bands, earlier this year.

Two brothers once attended a local venue and saw a popular rock band. That very night they decided that they would do whatever it took to make music a major part of their lives. What began that night is an ongoing struggle to create a band. After 2 years of searching for a bassist and drummer, four brothers in music are working on original music with one goal in mind. Create music and leave a mark. We thank all of those people who influence and encourage us to follow our dream and we promise to make you proud.

Formed in February 2007, 10-80's genre spans all forms of rock, including Blues, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, Metal, Nu-Metal, Alternative, and Adult Alternative, among others. Former members of defunct local bands such as Milestone, Bareknuckle Abbey, and Detox and the Shakes came together to form 10-80, with one thing in mind.. have some damn fun for a change! Performing personalized renditions of well-known and well-received music, as well as original music, 10-80 is sure to get you on the dance floor! With five Musicians from various backgrounds and styles, the group meshes it all together to create a totally unique sound, while somehow still remaining true to the original artist's intentions by never changing a lyric.