While Thursday at Mountain Jam 2013 was rainy and cold, the music kept things warm. People braved the weather to enjoy incredible sets from Rubblebucket and Primus. Along the hillside were even some fire dancers and fire eaters. The ceremonies started with a smudging to purify the air and good vibes for the weekend. Mountain Jam was about to begin and Thursday was full of energy and excitement. How better to end the night than a late night set from the powerful duo known as Big Gigantic.
When the sun came up on Friday, it was sadly behind thevclouds. Most campers slept in their cars as tents were blown over and rivers of mud passed through the grounds. Braving the weather, coffee was my original quest. After that first cup of Joe, it didn’t matter how much it rained, music was in the air and caffeine was in the blood. Friday brought incredible acts such as Nicki Bluhm, Deer Tick, The Avett Brothers and Widespread Panic. Mud wasn’t going to stop Mountain Jam, it was just going to add character.
Saturday finally came with a weather report that included No Rain! Yay! And what a day on Hunter Mountain. From Swear and Shake, Amy Helm and Gary Clark, Jr. on the side stage to Michael Franti, The Lumineers and Gov’t Mule on the main stage, Saturday was non-stop jams, non-stop dancing and well, still a little slippery in the mud, but at least it wasn’t raining. The theme of the day was going into the audience, as Franti and the Lumineers got up close and personal with the crowd.
Sunday fit it’s name perfectly – it was a sunny day and finally the mud started to dry up and spirits were truly soaring. While some people left early for their Monday lives, the ones that were able to stay saw some great performances. London Souls bassist passed out backstage Soulive bassist filled in. ALO, Dispatch, Jackie Greene and of course Phil Lesh and Friends. I even got a sneak peak of upcoming Spencer on the inside stage. Remember that name, you will be hearing it often and soon on the radio.
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