Bands & Music (scroll down for Bios)
ALO and Hot Buttered Rum will anchor our CDE9 lineup as ‘host’ bands.
The rest of the 2025 lineup is found below with curated videos to get you familiar with each of these world class bands.
You can expect multiple shows from most bands, often in various settings throughout the weekend. We also co-create a number of special performances including Huckleberry Hollow, the Commissioner's Ramble, epic Campfire Jams and other surprises….
Click on the band photo to go to their website and click on the video links to start rocking out and getting familiar with our artists.
Enjoy Videos of past shows here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnS1AThT2M5jS8FWvlKU_Cg
ALO- Animal Liberation Orchestra has been creating musical magic for over 25 years and the band has honed their sound which is the perfect blend of pop, rock, jam and psychedelic that fits so well in the deep end. Anchored by guitar wizard Dan Lebowitz and keyboard magician Zach Gill along with the righteous deep pocket of Steve Adams and Ezra Lipp, ALO creates a brilliant soundscape that ranges from bouncing dance party, soulful sonic ballads, epic takes on covers to raging rock N roll. Three unique shows will allow the band to spread its wings and really find their groove....
HOT BUTTERED RUM- was built to play in nature and share music that knows no genre boundaries! Like tributaries forming a river, their musical influences are diverse and their sound pays homage to Americana, rock, jazz, bluegrass and pop influences. Hosting CDE is taken as a heartfelt mission by the band so you never know where they might appear or what they may craft musically for their shows. HBR creates signature CDE moments so get ready to groove and dive in….
TBA- Our headliner will be announced after Memorial Day and we cannot wait to reveal this addition to our already stacked lineup. Stay tuned….
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Diggin Dirt- From behind the redwood curtain of Humboldt County, California, the seven piece funk-soul band Diggin Dirt is a live party not to be missed. Their infectious sound is fueled by blazing horns, searing guitars and a relentlessly driving rhythm section, all tied together by the band’s frontman who launches the ensemble into rarefied air with his pipes, charisma and natural-born soul. With flashes of James Brown or Sly and the Family Stone, Otis Redding or Tower of Power, the band’s sound is both familiar and yet refreshingly original, layering psychedelic rock, Motown soul, and afrobeat atop a thick foundation of late-60s inspired funk. They lit up CDE in 2021 and we have no doubt a party of epic proportions will unfold this time around…
Jimi’s Dead- Jimi’s Dead is the new brainchild of 3 time Grammy winning artist Eric Krasno and renowned bassist Ross James. Conceived as the ultimate tribute to the music of icons Jimi Hendrix and the Grateful Dead the band performs electrifying sets weaving the music of both acts into a live audio experience like no other. As many of you know, Kras has taken a liking to CDE and vice versa so exploring his various projects is a ‘job’ we gladly accept. Hyperbole aside, be prepared for a musical rocket ship that will leave you speechless and wanting more Krasno & crew….
Coyote Island- Maine-based singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Coyote Island—a.k.a. Mike O’Hehir—recognizes and reveres the restorative potential of songcraft. Mixing folk, reggae, pop, world, cumbia, and psychedelia, he stirs up a sonic elixir meant to invigorate and inspire. “There’s a deeper purpose to my music,” affirms Mike. “It’s pure healing energy has become apparent to me. We want to travel the world and hopefully be able to reach and, possibly, heal anyone in need..” Few bands have captured our fancy like Coyote Island and we cannot wait for the Coyote to roam the redwoods and to see you howl in delight....
Octave Cat- Octave Cat is a trio of Eli Winderman (Dopapod - keyboards), Jesse Miller (Lotus – bass/modular synth) and Charlie Patierno (drums). The music ranges from stripped down jazz-grooves to analog synth dance music and the vibe and party gets smokin’ when these guys get cooking. We will be showcasing the ‘cat’ for a very special show that you won’t forget.
Vana Liya- Nirvana Goberdhan a.k.a Vana Liya, grew up east of New York City and her Guyanese heritage surrounded her with soca, calypso, dancehall and reggae music. Her mom gave her a ukulele for Christmas and a few years later she began covering songs by some of her favorite artists. Today, Vana is a fast rising artist bringing an infectious sound and catchy rhythms wherever she plays. We are honored to have her grace us at Camp Deep End after becoming a favorite at Camp Redwoods. Smiles will abound and hips will be swaying as she takes the stage and the music flows. This is an artist not to be missed.
Everyone Orchestra - Matt Butler and his Everyone Orchestra are a fixture at CDE. This 4th version is sure to be magical and ‘alchemic’ as an all-star crew anchors the lineup and Matt has chosen CDE as one of his limited plays on his medical healing path. EO is a masterfully conducted, fully spontaneous explosion of live improv music. Each show is 100% unique as performers are guided through high energy, creative, danceable grooves and beautiful songs that are created on the fly under the creative leadership of Matt’s cues and improvised whiteboard directives. Do not miss this special CDE community creation!!
Fireside Collective - CDE and good pickin’ and tasty grooves go hand in hand and this North Carolina posse serves up both in spades! Blending the characteristic interplay of bluegrass instrumentation and harmonies with strong original material and exuberant energy, Fireside Collective has drawn on folk, blues, funk and a wide variety of bluegrass sounds to create a distinctive body of work that’s all their own. We are excited to host some of their first west coast shows and we know this collective will be a perfect fit with our CDE community and vibe.
Beau Beau Band- Do your homework friends and you will see that CDE has struck gold with BBB and its mighty fine cast of characters. BeauBeau Band is an exciting new project for bandleader/drummer/vocalist Beaumont Beaullieu of the California Honeydrops. The band combines roots rhythm and blues, funk, soul, and New Orleans music - upbeat, groovy and danceable though and through, and features some of the finest musicians from the Bay Area. We get one play from these legends so get your beads and dancing shoes on..
Embodied Groove - There is no better way to start your day than with Embodied Groove. Each year, the groove gets sweeter as we (band/fans/nature/Dr.Leah) come together as a community to flow as one under the redwoods in improvisational bliss. Dr. Leah Taylor guides this special moment in time with an all-star band making music and collective memories in real time. Check out the video from CDE8 to see what this is all about.
