FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 12, 2012
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    Taos Solar Music Fest to Turn Up Heat with Lyle Lovett, Los Lobos on June 30 & July 1

TAOS, NM — Now in its 14th year, the all-ages Taos Solar Music Festival will heat up Taos, New Mexico for a two-day festival on June 30 and July 1, with big name acts including Grammy award winning artists, Lyle Lovett and Los Lobos. Festival organizers expect a large turnout not only because of the lineup of bands but because the festival has developed such a loyal following.

Along with Lyle Lovett and Los Lobos, several other acts are confirmed for the show including, among others: bluegrass sensation the Del McCoury band; Michael Franti and Spearhead; Sonny Landreth; and Taos native Max Gomez.

“Taos Solar Music Fest is the only family-friendly show that offers a sense of intimacy in a beautiful setting that no other festival of its kind has,” said Taos Solar Fest Co-Director Dawn Richardson. “Solar Fest is a party with a purpose – our goal is to bring awareness to people about conservation, sustainability, and renewability, but provide a true grassroots festival that is fun and offers something for everyone.”

Richardson said that the festival will have a “Solar Fest Forest” with sections centered around the theme of “earth, wind, fire, and water.” Displays will educate festival goers about conservation and sustainability through art installations involving the trees at Kit Carson Park.

Doors open on both Saturday, June 30 and Sunday, July 1 at 11 a.m. for the festival. All seating is general admission. Tickets are $51 for June 30 and/or July 1 shows or, for a two-day pass, $91 per person. Kids 12 years and under are free. Tickets are on sale now at solarmusicstore.com. Show goes on rain or shine. NO refunds for inclement weather. Dogs, coolers, and alcohol are not allowed at the festival.

Camping information will be online as the festival nears and is allowed on a first come, first served basis.

Taos Express shuttle service is available on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from Santa Fe to Taos Plaza. Fares are $10 roundtrip, per person; children 10 years and under are free. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (575) 751-4459. For a complete list of schedule pick up times, visit taosexpress.com.

For more information on Taos Solar Music Festival, visit www.solarmusicfest.com or facebook.com/solarfestival or call/email (575) 758-9191 or support@solarmusicfest.com.

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