2022 Main Street Music Fest
In conjunction with the 66th Annual Park Forest Art Fair
Saturday, September 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Downtown Park Forest - Main Street & Cunningham Drive
LondonKay Experience
11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
The LondonKay Experience is a cover band that performs old-school R&B, funk, and neo-soul. Not conforming to just one genre of music, don’t be surprised to hear a little rock, pop, and jazz in their performances. Led by vocalist, LondonKay, you can expect a soulful performance accompanied by the fine musicianship of her talented band. LondonKay has performed with many local and national recording artists, most notably Ms. Barbra Streisand and Heart rock band.
Vist her website at londonkay.com
Raíces Latin Jazz
1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The Raíces Latin Jazz Quintet presents a tribute to the classic mambo and Latin Jazz of the 1950s that originated with Cal Tjader’s famous west coast quintet. This will be the band’s first public performance following the release of their new self-titled album which features compositions by members of the band and the group’s founder, Chicago percussionist Ruben Alvarez. The musicians are Joe Sonnefeldt- vibes; Stuart Seale- piano; Eric Ferrer- bass; Bobby Delgado- timbales; and Jorge Leal- congas.
Visit their website at JoeSounds.com
Blend Acoustic
3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Blend Acoustic features two guitarists that have graced the Chicago music scene for over 25 years. Sean Cantorna was a member of the successful band Trippin' Billies and his strong vocals remind one of the great Stephen Stills. Neal Alger has toured the world playing jazz music and lends his guitar phrases and background vocals to the duo. Blend Acoustic plays a variety of classic rock and pop from the 60s to current hits; think Eric Clapton one moment and Coldplay the next. Sean and Neal have brought their excellent musicianship to many Chicago area venues, country clubs, corporate events, and festivals.
Visit their website at blendacoustic.com
An American Prayer
4:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Take a ride to 1965! Go back in time to Los Angeles in the 1960s, and experience the atmosphere around Venice Beach as one of the most prolific, controversial, and influential rock bands of the era is reborn for a 21st Century audience. Experience the sounds that changed a generation.
Riders on the Storm - LA Woman - The End - Light My Fire - Break on Through - Roadhouse Blues - People are Strange - When the Music's Over - Five to One - Love Her Madly - Love Me Two Times - Hello, I Love You - Alabama Song (Whiskey Song) - The Crystal Ship - Back Door Man - Peace Frog - Touch Me - Waiting for the Sun - Moonlight Drive - Not to Touch the Earth - and more...
Visit their website at anamericanprayer.com
Fredi Taylor Featuring Nu Source Band
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Chicago-Born vocalist Fredi Taylor started her music career as a child singing in church and grew to become a local and national performing vocalist and a spoken word artist. Fredi has brought together and performed with talented, internationally renowned musicians and always keeps the crowd on their feet, dancing and singing along. This year's Music Project features Nu Source Band and celebrates 25 years in the music industry. Get ready for classic and contemporary R&B hits that span the generations, topped with Fredi's special passionate, high-energy style, that all are sure to enjoy."