Waterfront Park and WFPK have just dropped the full lineup of this season’s Waterfront Wednesday series! Featuring a variety of local and national acts spanning a wide spectrum of genres, this spring and summer are sure to bring vibrant sounds and catchy tunes to the Big Four Lawn. We certainly hope to see you there! Check out the artists featured in the lineup below:
The Verve Pipe
April 23rd
Headlining this season’s first show is The Verve Pipe. With a prolific career and discography spanning over three decades, this alternative rock outfit from Michigan is responsible for such superhits as “The Freshmen,” “Photograph,” and “Colorful.” Pretty sweet deal for a free show. The Verve Pipe | thevervepipe.comMomma
April 23rd
Momma will be fresh off the release of their upcoming album Welcome to My Blue Sky (out April 4th!) when they arrive in Louisville for their Waterfront performance. Louisville is just one stop on their tour, supporting the Brooklyn-based indie rock group’s new album. In my opinion, Momma is a must-see, must-hear. Momma | FacebookCam Clark & His Orchestra
April 23rd
Kentucky’s own Cam Clark will be kicking off the season this year, and he’s bringing his Orchestra to back him. Hailing from Paris, KY, this singer-songwriter soulfully blends RnB and rock n’ roll into his intricately composed songs. Allison Maggard | FacebookChuck Prophet & His Cumbia Shoes
May 28th
Cali-based singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer Chuck Prophet is sure to liven up the Lawn this May. His newest release, Wake The Dead (2024), packs a punch as he ventures into the world of Cumbia music. WFPK/Louisville Public MediaSouthern Avenue
May 28th
Memphis blues, soul, gospel, and roots band Southern Avenue will take the stage in May. The group will be coming to Louisville off of the release of their forthcoming album, Family. The Grammy-nominated Southern Avenue is sure to bring some fire to the stage. Southern Avenue | FacebookRELAAY
May 28th
RELAAY is composed of Louisville locals Audrey Cecil and Amanda Lucas. The indie pop duo writes songs for a range of moods, suitable for anything from dancing to heartfelt contemplation. They’ll be the opening act of May’s installment for the series. Relaay | FacebookAnderson East
June 25th
Nashville-based artist Anderson East serenely weaves RnB, soul, and roots rock throughout his music. His forthcoming record “Worthy” will be released May 30th, a good month prior to his Waterfront performance. Anderson East | FacebookThe Kentucky Gentlemen
June 25th
The Kentucky Gentlemen are twin brothers Derek and Brandon Campbell, and they’re bringing a fresh take to the country scene. Blending RnB, pop, and country, They are going to be a definite hit on the Waterfront stage. The Kentucky Gentlemen | FacebookCandy Jenkins
June 25th
Candy Jenkins, a Lexington native, is a direct descendant of Conway Twitty, and her music holds up to the family name’s standards. A fresh face to the country scene, she’s bound for a vibrant and successful career. Candi Jenkins | FacebookBen Sollee and Friends
July 30th
Louisville local Ben Sollee will be taking the stage in July. Over the past twenty years or so, Ben has built a stunning career as a cellist, singer-songwriter, composer, and producer. You won’t want to miss his set. Jon Cherry | FacebookMarzz
July 30th
The extremely talented Louisville RnB artist Marzz will be performing on the Waterfront stage with their excellent band in July. A skilled vocalist and songwriter, Marzz will bring an electrifying performance to the series. Marzz | FacebookSydney Sleadd & The Swarm
July 30th
Louisville’s own Sydney Sleadd & The Swarm bring forth a gratifying blend of grunge and Americana. With top-notch vocals, tight-knit performances, and excellence in songwriting, this game-changing act will light up the Waterfront stage. Sydney Sleadd & The Swarm | FacebookSixpence None the Richer
August 27th
Twice-Grammy-nominated Nashville-based rock group Sixpence is the band behind the superhit “Kiss Me.” They’ll be taking the Waterfront stage in August. Throughout their multi-decade career, the group has frequently entered the mainstream pop spotlight, receiving numerous accolades. Again, another sweet deal for a free concert! Leigh Bingham Nash | FacebookKashus Culpepper
August 27th
The growling, country voice of Kashus Culpepper is going to be a welcome addition to the Waterfront Wednesday series. Taking the stage in August, Culpepper brings gut-wrenching vocal performances to his country songs. Kashus Culpepper | FacebookRoadie
August 27th
Louisville indie rock songwriter Roadie will be kicking off the Waterfront show in August. You’ll find it’s easy to lose yourself in the chill and groovy music of Roadie. Roadie | FacebookPaula Cole
September 17th
The prolific and incredible Paula Cole will be closing out this year’s Waterfront Wednesday season. As a singer, songwriter, Grammy winner, and Berklee faculty member, Cole will undoubtedly leave the audience with an unforgettable experience. Paula Cole | paulacole.comUwade
September 17th
Uwade’s debut album Florelegium is set to release this spring on April 25th. The crystal clear voice and music of Uwade defies genres and demonstrates a concise dedication to the craft of songwriting. Don’t forget to catch this set. Uwade | FacebookMaggie Halfman
September 17th
Louisville’s own Maggie Halfman will be opening the final set of this Waterfront Wednesday season. Her music’s elegance, simplicity, and compelling nature blend into an undeniably sweet indie folk sound. Maggie Halfman | Facebook
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