Isaac Hadden / Natalie Brooke - Co-Headline

Hailing from rural Southwest, VA, and currently based in the hills of Western, NC, Isaac Hadden is a rising star in the national festival circuit. His shows are known for their raw energy, spontaneous creativity, and deep musical chemistry. With a fearless approach to blending genres, he delivers sets that are as dynamic as they are unforgettable.

His touring unit is an all-star quartet that is quickly gaining notoriety for its high-energy performances and tight, dynamic improvisation. His cutting-edge playing style and animated stage presence, combined with his passion and talent, have built him a dedicated fan base in the United States and abroad and solidified him as one of the southeast’s fastest-growing young talents.

Hadden is also a member of New Dawn Starkestra, a supergroup collaboration between WNC heavyweights, Jeff Sipe, Rebekah, and Quinn Sternberg. He can also be seen performing with Healyside, a live electronic trio featuring Papadosio drummer Mike Healy and bassist Asher Hill.

In addition to his projects, Isaac’s work ethic and versatility make him a frequent call among musicians and festivals across the country who seek the unique brand of sensitive yet virtuosic guitar playing that Hadden brings to every stage.

In addition to his projects, Isaac’s work ethic and versatility make him a frequent call among musicians and festivals across the country who seek the unique brand of sensitive yet virtuosic guitar playing that Hadden brings to every stage. From a young age, Isaac has had the privilege of joining some of the hottest acts on the national circuit, including Keller Williams, Leftover Salmon, Andy Frasco & the U.N., Big Something, Brandon “Taz” Niederauer, Roosevelt Collier, Jeff Sipe Trio, DJ Logic, Kanika Moore, Dogs in a Pile, Larry Keel Experience, Susto, Neighbor, and numerous others.

Voted 2022’s Best of the Blue Ridge in the Artists/Musicians category, Isaac’s musicianship, dedication, and high-energy performances routinely bend brainwaves and keep listeners coming back for more.
 

Natalie Brooke is a rock star. A virtuoso funk and rock keys player leading her powerhouse 4-piece band from the Baltimore area. Fronted by Natalie on keys, keytar, and vocals with an energy that grabs the audience and pulls them into her danceable grooves and iconic noodly jams. The music was once said to be a mashup of Rick James and Rush. She has an undeniably infectious vibe featuring a fiery blend of fast tempos and sloshy rock elements balanced with her transcendent jazzy roots. Natalie brings an exceptionally unique approach to the keyboard that is equally percussive and melodic that lights up the show with every electrifying note she plays.

Natalie released Wicked and Wonderful, her first LP, in 2024 and has recorded her second studio album to be released October 10, 2025. Her newest single from the forthcoming album, HANDS, was released August 8, 2025 and a second single, Sometimes feat. Cris Jacobs is being released on September 9, 2025.

She is on a meteoric rise, frequently sharing the stage with pillars of the rock, funk, and jam scenes. Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Andy Frasco & the UN, Big Something, Cris Jacobs, The Bridge, Doom Flamingo, Sunsquabi, lespecial, Magic Beans, Sneezy, & Haley Jane are a few of the artists Natalie has played with recently.