Emerging Artist Series
Find your new favorite artist on the Horizon Stage.
Kick off your concert experience with the Horizon Stage Emerging Artist Series, featuring rising talent from across the country. Performances start about 90 minutes before Pavilion shows, and your ticket gets you in. Head to the stage just beyond the entrance and discover your next favorite artist.
Not every performer at Woodstock was a household name in 1969. Having the opportunity to play the festival launched the careers of many musicians. It's in our DNA to support the next generation of artists, and what better way to get eyes and ears on talent than giving them a stage with thousands of people passing by.
Eric Frances, CEO, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Noah Barker | Sunday, June 22 | 6:00 PM
Noah Barker is an accomplished pianist whose work spans 20 years of performing, recording and scoring. Barker has produced two physical albums of original music, Subtle Frequencies (2024) and Instrumental Memory (2022), as well as a handful of digital releases between his solo project and experimental project Noisebody. Noah Barker is currently practicing, performing and producing music in Los Angeles.
See Noah perform on the Horizon Stage before the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra at 6:00 PM, with your pavilion show concert ticket.
Chrissy Chlapecka | Friday, June 27 | 5:30 PM
Chrissy Chlapecka is a singer, viral TikTok personality, and unapologetic force in pop. A trailblazer of the #BimboTok movement, she blends queer, feminist energy with a glittery, hyperpop-meets-Y2K sound. With bold lyrics, big hooks, and even bigger heart, Chrissy's music is a love letter to her younger self—and a rallying cry for self-expression on your own terms.
See Chrissy perform on the Horizon Stage before Avril Lavigne at 5:30 PM, with your pavilion show concert ticket.
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Lunch Cult | Sunday, July 13 | 6:30 PM
May
Saturday, May 24 | Waterbury Road
Thursday, May 29 | Whiskey Crossing
June
Sunday, June 22 | Noah Barker
Friday, June 27 | Chrissy Chlapecka
July
Sunday, July 6 | TBA
Sunday, July 13 | Lunch Cult
Sunday, July 20 | Ben Katzman's Degreaser
Friday, July 25 | Daniel's Music Foundation
Sunday, July 27 | Cascio & Friends
August
Friday, August 1 | TBA
Saturday, August 2 | TBA
Sunday, August 3 | Breach the Asylum
Friday, August 15 | Allie Sandt
Saturday, August 16 | Jake Matthew
Friday, August 22 | Tilly Foster Bluegrass
Sunday, August 24 | Winged Wheel
Friday, August 29 | Good for Mondays
Saturday, August 30 | Joy and the Wildfire
September
Saturday, September 6 | TBA
Saturday, September 27 | Cancion Franklin
2024 PERFORMERS
June 7: Waterbury Road | a dynamic band crafting original compositions and transforming beloved tracks across diverse genres—Americana, Blues, Rock, Jam, and Funk.
June 14: John Newhall | Singer-songwriter from Newburgh, New York.
June 16: TBD
June 27: Jump The Shark | Hails from the vibrant music scene of Oneonta, New York, infusing their sound with a dynamic fusion of alternative rock and indie pop.
June 28: Sarah Power | Alluring voice and thoughtful piano driven songs navigate the depths of jazz complexity dressed in pop sensibility.
July 5: liv. | Strives to depict honesty and genuineness in her music, often writing and singing from a very emotionally raw and charged stance.
July 6: Joe Colwell | Singer-Songwriter and Guitarist raised in Montclair, NJ.
July 11: Jennie Angel & The Outlaws | Born in Augusta, GA and grew up being influenced by her parents love of country music.
July 12: Daniel's Music Foundation | The foundation empowers individuals with disabilities with a focus on changing perception, diminishing isolation, and providing access to music.
July 14: TBD
July 18: Kali Seastrand | Singer-songwriter from Sullivan County and Bethel Woods Teaching Artist.
July 19: Michael Agunbiade & Friends | Uproarious comedic talent hailing from the Hudson Valley.
July 20: Killer Film | This small band packs a punch with their electrifying sound, blending edgy rock with haunting lyrics.
July 21: Basic Bitches | Known for the welcoming vibe of their live shows, along with their ear-grabbing musical hooks, witty lyrics and tits-to-the-glass exuberance.
Jully 24: Beach Tower | Indie rock band based out of Fredonia, NY.
July 25: Reed Walsh & Jefferson Denim
July 26: Lental | From rap to metal to pop, there's no genre untouched by Lental's diverse style.
July 27: Shlomo Franklin | Franklin wrings every ounce of honesty and emotion from the music when he sings, delivering a series of intimate, unforgettable performances.
August 9: Frank Hurricane | A troubadour of the soul, a wandering minstrel whose melodies dance on the edge of Americana, folk, and cosmic country.
August 9 (PM): Winged Wheel | Formed by four established musicians who had only crossed paths at D.I.Y. gigs while performing their own respective acts over the years, the group came about quite by accident and evolved into an epic, fully remote meeting of the minds.
August 10: Johnny Kosmo | A sonic voyager, navigating the realms of indie rock with a soulful swagger and a cosmic touch.
August 10 (PM): Guerilla Toss | Art rock band based out of New York City.
August 11: Guerilla Toss | Art rock band based out of New York City.
August 16: Spiral Eye | A mesmerizing fusion of diverse musical influences, transcending boundaries with their eclectic sound.
August 21: Madska | An indie-alternative singer/songwriter based in Philadelphia.
August 23: TBD
August 24: TBD
August 25: TBD
September 6: Cosmokaze | An instrumental trio made up of Rik Mercaldi, Josh Enslen & Todd Giudice
September 13: Hyngd | A hard rock group emerging from New York, the band has played many venues in the United States and has opened for over 50 national acts.
2023 PERFORMERS
June 29: Klark Sound | Musician based out of Atlanta, Georgia.
July 1: Clare Maloney | Hailing from Westchester County, NY, Clare Maloney & The Great Adventure perform rock and roll, opera, and everything in between.
July 2: Kali Seastrand | Singer-songwriter from Sullivan County and Bethel Woods Teaching Artist.
July 3: Jess Zimmerman Band | This country rock band hails from Southeastern PA.
July 5: Jak Lizard | A singer-songwriter and producer from New York.
July 6 & August 24: Black Dirt Bandits | Hudson Valley's premier country band
July 7: Daniel's Music Foundation | The foundation empowers individuals with disabilities with a focus on changing perception, diminishing isolation, and providing access to music.
July 9: Spiral Eye | Serving The Hot Tuna, Jefferson Airplane, and Jerry Garcia music experience.
July 14 & August 12: Allision Cipris | Singer-songwriter from New York who delivers her brand of gritty, melodic country rock.
July 22: Beach Tower | Indie rock band based out of Fredonia, NY.
July 28: AJ Jansen | Coming from a hard-working Connecticut family, her mentorships from Nashville and musical journey shine in her music.
July 29: Jack West | West's latest release, NUMB, finds him graduating into the big leagues.
July 30: Blues Marshals | Based in the Catskills, the band specializes in American music.
August 6:Tiny Blue Ghosts | An "ethereal indie rock band" from Kingston, NY.
August 13: Natasha B | "Nothing even compares" to this Hudson Valley Band with their originals and covers ranging from pop to classic rock.
September 1: The Revel | New Jersey-based band making alternative music.
2022 PERFORMERS
May 28: The Heartstrings Project | Indie folk band based out of the Hudson Valley
June 4 & August 13: Claudia Hoyser | Country music singer-songwriter
June 5: Pearl River School of Irish Music | School offering lessons in various instruments like the fiddle, accordion, banjo, and more!
June 17: Comedy Showcase by Chip Ambrogio | Featuring Joe Alfano, Mike Agunbiade, J August, Sam Cerami, and John Grier
June 23 & August 7: Patrick James Band | Music producer and songwriter
July 1 & 23: Guerilla Toss | Art rock band based out of New York City
July 2: The Bergkamp Brothers | A rock\folk band based out of Woodstock, NY. One brother, Colin, is one of Bethel Woods' Teaching Artists.
July 3: Kudu Stooge | A four-piece rock group from Brooklyn, NY.
July 5: Kali Seastrand | Singer-songwriter from Sullivan County and Bethel Woods Teaching Artist.
July 8: Beach Tower | Indie rock band based out of Fredonia, NY.
July 14: Spunday Mourning | Alternative rock & roll band from Barryville, NY.
July 19 & August 19: Sara Milonovich & Daisycutter | Northeast alt-country with indie roots.
July 20: Couch | A Boston-based septet freshly reshaping familiar pop tropes.
July 22: Muscle Tough | A futuristic funk fusion trio based out of Philadelphia.
July 24: Tayla Rees | Pop music singer.
July 30 & August 21: A Girl Named Genny | Influences draw from jazz roots to bluegrass to rock & roll to push the label of an American band.
August 4: Chris Raabe Band | Guitarist drawing influence from a variety of genres to deliver emotional and colorful performances.
August 14: Jessica Lynn | With a powerful voice and playing multiple instruments, the singer-songwriter delivers a fierce performance on stage.
August 20: The Electric Chords | Modern power trio with a soulful sound.
September 3: Aidan Canfield Band | Playing relatable music with heartfelt lyrics.
