September 12 

6:00 - 7:15pm

Bill Lyerly is a well-known American roots rock artist from the US East Coast.  He has performed on 3 continents and his music is aired on AM, FM, satellite and internet radio stations all over the world. In 1978 a producer at RCA Records had heard an “album” Bill had recorded at a small North Carolina studio. A year later Lyerly signed with RCA and joined Waylon Jennings as the only artist permitted to use his road band on his recordings. Two years later, after Bill’s song “My Baby´s Coming Home” and his cover of “Mystery Train” had won him recognition and radio play around the world, the Lyerly-RCA relationship had become beyond counseling. Lyerly had become fed up with RCA’s ultimatums to go to Nashville and record slick records. To him that meant “selling out”. WhenRoy Dea, one of Nashville´s last great old-school producers, decided to form his own label, LSI, Lyerly went with him.  Lyerly’s follow up album to "Prodigal Son" was “Higher Ground”, and it had a progressive rock and roll and blues approach that had not been heard before in Nashville. 

In 1998 “Railroad Station Blues” (Riviere International Records) was released in the US and Europe, receiving instant, rave reviews in Living Blues and Blues Revue.  In 1999 “Cobalt Blues” (Broadcast Records) was released. This amazingly poetic and haunting line-up of songs was nominated for a total of five CAMMY Awards with Lyerly taking home Best New Artist in 2000. Also, in 2000, Lyerly’s “Motel Room Blues” (Ripete Blues) was released, receiving more 5 star reviews and worldwide airplay.

"Railroad Station Blues", "Cobalt Blues" & "Motel Room Blues" are now officially OUT OF PRINT.  Lyerly has currently released 11 Abbey Road Studios remasters, done by Academy Award winning mastering engineer Christian Wright, of selected songs from those three CDs. The new CD, “Case of Jones”, includes a duet with multi-Grammy award winner Steve Earle and appears on OK MA Records courtesy of Executive Producer- Teresa Knox.

Bill Lyerly has performed with:

Gregg Allman, Bo Diddley, John Lee Hooker, John Mayall, Levon Helm, Paul Rodgers, Waylon Jennings, George Jones, Fabulous Thunderbirds, Marshall Tucker Band, Foghat, Emmy Lou Harris, 

Delbert McClinton, Dickey Betts, Eric Burdon, The Outlaws, Steve Earle, Leon Russell, Steppenwolf, Wet Willie, Rick Nelson, Bill Monroe, Molly Hatchet, .38 Special  …………….and many more

September 12

8:05 - 9:45pm

Shoot To Thrill includes Kara (vocals), Susan (guitar), Jai (bass), Wendy (guitar) and Kate (drums). Not only are the girls professional musicians with impeccable skills, they are also quite easy on the eyes and full of energy for an entertaining stage show!

The girls decided on AC/DC in particular, because the band's songs are a marriage of compelling music and creative story-telling. The guitar work is intricate yet not overplayed, while the rhythms are driving and dynamic. The silence is as important as the noise, and the lyrics are relatable and captivating. You just HAVE to sing along....or air-guitar….or BOTH!

The girls decided to do a full tribute rather than a cover band, because a tribute is much more challenging. You play many songs by the same artist and really reach inside that artist copying not only their playing style but also their signature stage moves. It's really quite an art and very rewarding when you make it all come together.

Shoot To Thrill is based out of Raleigh, NC and tours all along the East Coast. The girls look forward to meeting you and rocking you into an unbelievable frenzy of good times!

September 13

10:00 - 11:30am

More Cowbell is a local band that has played at previous Hog Day events for several years.

The band covers Rock and Roll, Blues with songs from Elvis, Stevie Ray Vaughan to the Beatles to name a few. The four piece band consist of Ryan Foster, (lead guitar and vocals), Doug Moats ,(drums and vocals), Tony Stafford, (keyboards and vocals), and Rick Partridge, (bass and vocals). More Cowbell's music will definitely get you on your feet and Rockin'!

September 13

12:15 - 1:45pm

ARQ (Alamance Rhythm Quintet)  is powered by more than 200 years of musical experience. Performing the music of your favorite Classic Rock artists, with energy and authenticity. An evening with ARQ is a trip to the years when music was at its absolute best. Three lead vocalists, strong vocal harmonies, twin lead guitars and a tight rhythm section, are our specialties. Come catch a show! You’ll want more…

Todd Dixon-Electric & Acoustic Guitars/Vocals

Greg Germino-Guitar/Vocals

Jorn Larsen-Guitar/Vocals

Darrell Young-Bass/Vocals

Mackie McKinney-Drums

September 13

2:00 - 3:30pm

The Cajammers are a Durham-based band that plays a highly danceable mix of Cajun, Zydeco, and swamp pop. Formed in 2012, the band features a trio of female fiddlers, so you'll hear some beautiful harmonies set to Cajun waltzes, two steps, zydeco, blues, and other Louisiana-inspired tunes, including songs in Cajun French. This energetic group will keep your toes tapping from beginning to end, and your smiles will be ear to ear! 

The band has been featured at Durham's The Pit and in Gloucester, NC for Mardi Gras as well as Durham's Beer and Banjos. They frequently play at the Monkey Bottom, Blue Note Grill, Cat's Cradle, Kraken, Yonder, Ted's Live in Wilmington, NC and at Fry's in Charlottesville, VA.  

Members: Dianne Freund (fiddle), Heather Henry (fiddle), Christine Westfall (fiddle), Cathy Pratt Davis (Cajun accordion), Tony Matthews (bass), Joe Galas (keyboard), Elvis Latiolais (guitar), and Greg Clark (percussion).

September 13

4:00 - 5:30pm

The members of Tea Cup Gin share a passion for crafting original indie-jazz-blues cocktails under the influence of an eclectic blend  of early 20th century musical genres. The band stirs together unique melodies and lyrics, served up on two blazing guitars, with impassioned vocals, dynamic upright bass & percussion, and occasional guests on trombone, trumpet, violin, sax, & more.

Why the name Tea Cup Gin?   During prohibition, speakeasies served up bootleg gin in ordinary tea cups to hide what was inside.  Although our original songs may look innocent enough on the outside, you’ll soon taste a deliciously intoxicating blend of unexpected ingredients. “TEA CUP GIN” evokes vintage speakeasy sounds, while being catchier than saying “you can’t judge a book by it’s cover!”

Tea Cup Gin’s 2021 Original Album “PROOF!”  Now Streaming on all Platforms!