$8 day of, at the door ~
The Kind is excited to bring past and present members together to celebrate 39 years. We couldn’t think of a more fitting place to do this than downtown Floyd! What a long, strange trip it’s been!
The Kind, a Blacksburg based folk-rock band, is familiar to anyone who has passed through the New River Valley in the last thirty nine years. Formed in 1986, The Kind plays in a variety of styles that ranges from classic rock, R&B, and jazz to bluegrass and country; however, the arena which they most frequently blend their diverse influences is their huge melting pot of Grateful Dead covers. Over the years, The Kind has been privileged to perform with the likes of Jorma Kaukonen (Jefferson Airplane & Hot Tuna), Rick Danko (The Band), Merle Saunders (The Jerry Garcia Band), The New Riders of the Purple Sage, and Jefferson Airplane. The Kind combines strong lead vocals and harmonies together with intertwining melodies and soulful rhythmic grooves to produce a fun, flowing and danceable experience. They are equally at home in a laid-back acoustic setting or a high-energy electric experience.
OPENING ACT: Whitney Lewis Music
You may know Whitney Lewis, a beloved local musician, from bands such as The Buck&Griz Show. His main project, Whitney Lewis Music, features original songs and guitar gadgetry! He has been performing his own songs for decades. The songs range from soulful ballads to psychedelic explorations.