The Felice Brothers Come Home to Play the Ulster County Fair
New Paltz, N.Y. – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan today announced that the Felice Brothers, a nationally recognized Americana band that was featured two months ago in Rolling Stone Magazine, will headline the Ulster County Fair on Thursday night, August 1st at 8pm.
Ian and James Felice grew up in the Hudson Valley of upstate NY. Self-taught musicians, inspired as much by Hart Crane and Whitman as by Guthrie and Chuck Berry, they began in 2006 by playing subway platforms and sidewalks in NYC and have gone on to release nine albums of original songs and to tour extensively throughout the world. Following the release of Life in the Dark, The Felice Brothers served as the backing band for Conor Oberst’s 2017 release Salutations and the subsequent tour.
James Felice, The Felice Brothers
"I have been going to the Ulster County Fair with my family and friends for 25 years and my band recorded our first three records only a few miles from the fairgrounds. Ulster County has been my home for my entire life. It's a joyful honor to play the fair and we're really looking forward to it."
Jimmy Buff, Executive Director of Radio Kingston
"We agree with the County Executive's strong stance and we stand with him and the many people of Ulster County who made their opposition to a symbol of oppression and racism known. We're so happy too, to support the performance of an amazing band with deep local roots."
Tracy Bartels, Chairwoman Ulster County Legislature
“I’m thrilled that the Felice Brothers are coming to play their home fair. Theirs is a true local success story that deserves to be celebrated. The Ulster County Fair welcomes residents and visitors alike to enjoy our beautiful region and to learn about our thriving tradition of agriculture. I hope that all will attend and enjoy the festivities.”
Neil Bettez, Town of New Paltz Supervisor
“I am excited that the Felice Brothers will be coming to New Paltz and I am even more excited that the fair will remain a place where everyone can attend and feel welcome. I am looking forward to attending with my family and enjoying this amazing act.”
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