Jonesfest doesn't disappoint
GARRETTSVILLE - The weather, the music and the atmosphere didn't disappoint this weekend at Jonesfest III, put on by local band Jones For Revival.
The event was held at Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, which is a campground, a park, a music venue and a getaway from urban life. It was the second year Jones For Revival put the event on at Nelson Ledges; for one year, it was held in downtown Youngstown.
Beautiful weather Sunday meant the perfect environment for the number of bands scheduled to perform, including: Moser Woods, Super Massive, Sultans of Bing, The Young Stonians, Melva, Keeping Riley and Smokestack Horizon.
The festival seeks to feature, "some of the scenes grooviest bands and promotes positive energy, peace, love, and unity through music." The music went perfectly with the sunny day, as the scene was chill. While some danced, others napped in the sun nearby or swam in the quarry.
In addition to two stages of live music on Sunday, magician Jason Alan performed, the Tribe of Eos bellydancers performed and there were plenty of vendors selling everything from delicious food to camping supplies and hula-hoops.
One performer in particular stood out, even if she didn't stand above the crowd.
13-year-old Marneé took to the stage with the talent and swagger of a veteran, her vocals a mix of Tori Amos and Grace Slick. Even with pipes like that, it was her guitar playing that really stunned the crowd. Marneé is a rare talent who is good - not good because of her age.
The Marneé Project, based in Indiana, will perform again at Nelson Ledges for GratefulFest the first weekend of July.
But it was clear who the fans wanted to see: Jones For Revival. As darkness came over the campsites, people began gathering in front of the mainstage to see the weekend's headlining band, who opened the set with an extended version of "16 Dollars." As the song continued (and played out through the woods) people came to the front of the stage to hear Jones For Revival.
Jones For Revival, in one of their favorite environments, followed the theme of the Jonesfest weekend and did not disappoint.
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