BEER & BANJOS is a free music series presented on the second Thursday of each month at SouthEnd Brewing in downtown Boone. The house band of all house bands, the Dawgful Dead kick things off at 7PM, followed by a local or regional act at 8PM. This month, Liam Bailey makes his Beer & Banjos debut!
THE DAWGFUL DEAD is a talented band that combines the improvisational spirit of the Grateful Dead with the virtuoso playing of the David Grisman Quintet to create a unique, high-energy sound that’s sure to get you dancing. Featuring jaw-dropping solos, intricate harmonies, and an infectious love of music, The Dawgful Dead is a band that’s not to be missed. Whether you’re a die-hard Deadhead or simply a lover of great music, you’re sure to be swept away by their powerful performances. Band Members include Adam Williams, Patrick Holmes, Chuck Mantooth, Craig Barnette, Ben Parker, Mike Mckee and Owen Parker.
Liam Thomas Bailey is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist based in Hickory, North Carolina. Liam recently relaunched his solo career after spending a decade as a sideman to notable Nashville country artists, including Rodney Atkins and Brett Eldridge. Over his diverse twenty year career, Liam has earned a name on guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, piano and harmony vocals. Now refocused on his original solo material, his music incorporates a fresh approach to the banjo and fiddle playing frontman, while drawing from a deep understanding of the Americana, Celtic and Bluegrass musical lexicon. Liam will be releasing his first solo album in over a decade, “Hands & Knees,” to be released in Spring 2020.
Liam grew up in the Northeast and spent high school years in the Netherlands. The son of a music teacher, he spent his childhood learning numerous instruments and graduated from Berklee College of Music with a BA in Film Scoring. He began his career working in commercial post-production where he composed, performed and produced media for nationally syndicated television commercials including Mattel, American Express, Washington Trust and many others. His music has been featured on PBS, HBO, ESPN and several A&E programs including Pawn Stars, Dog the Bounty Hunter, Say Yes To the Dress. In 2006, Liam left post-production to pursue his interests on the stage. He spent the next 11 years performing with internationally recognized country artists including Rodney Atkins, Brett Eldredge and others. For over a decade, he has performed for audiences on landmark stages such as Red Rocks, The Grand Ol Opry, Radio City Music Hall, The Hollywood Bowl, The Beacon Theater and Times Square on New Years Eve. He has supported artists on tv shows including Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, the Tonight Show, Good Morning America and The Today Show and has participated in the tours of Brad Paisley, Taylor Swift, Brooks and Dunn, Martina McBride, ZZ Top, Willie Nelson and others. He has played on both the ACM and CMA Award programs multiple times and has participated in 3 USO tours in Kuwait, Afghanistan and Alaska.
In 2016, Liam decided to refocus his energies on writing and performing his own material. He currently maintains an active performance schedule with a diverse lineup of virtuostic ensembles and is working with One Riot Music Publishing in Nashville. Liam is a passionate private instructor and music teacher, and a devoted husband and father. Learn more at https://liamthomasbailey.com/
Beer & Banjos Boone is free to attend, but we rely on donations to pay the bands a living wage and cover professional sound costs. This support not only helps the artists but also enhances the quality of the performances, creating a memorable experience for all attendees. If you enjoy the series, please consider supporting it with a fully tax-deductible donation. Support Beer & Banjos and help us keep the arts alive and thriving.