FRIDAY // JUNE 27 // 9:00 P.M.

Hailing from a small Midwest village in Nebraska, young Rascal Martinez began playing music at a young age. Rascal began his multi-instrumentalist career in the family basement, learning guitar and drums and playing alongside his older brother. Throughout school, Rascal continued to develop his craft and began writing his own music, which channels an eclectic mixture of Americana and Folk. Early recordings of the duo were done in the family basement using free software and a few shoddy microphone stands.

Seizing every opportunity to perform, Rascal began playing basement shows to mostly family and friends. His insatiable appetite to perform and passion for the craft grew along with his love of making people happy through his music. After graduating high school in 2012, Rascal entered college and continued writing and performing around the Midwest.

Rascal continues to expand his fan base and has been traveling the US performing in many different cities for the past 18 months.  He recently completed his 3rd album in Nashville, Tennessee titled “City Man”.  The newly written songs feature his trademark deep, raspy voice with a folk rock sound and addictive melodies. The first song on the album, “I Wanna Fly”, speaks to all of us who are always searching for a little bit more in life, the title song “City Man”, speaks to changes in coming from a small town to the big city.​ 

FRIDAY // JUNE 27 // 7:30 P.M.

BreAnne Stone is a soulful folk musician whose music explores life’s journey, spirituality, heartbreak, and self-discovery. With a deep, rich, warm, and soulful voice, she captivates audiences, drawing them into her stories with an authenticity that feels both personal and profound.

Her sound blends folk, soul, and indie rock influences, creating a unique and heartfelt atmosphere that resonates with listeners. Having traveled the world, BreAnne’s experiences shape her music, grounding her work in a sense of wanderlust and connection to the broader human experience.

Whether performing solo or with her band, BreAnne creates a heart-centered space for healing, growth, and inspiration—inviting listeners to feel truly seen and uplifted.

NEW! FAMILY FRIDAY // JUNE 27 // 6:00 P.M.

From pop and country to rap and rock n’ roll, these goofy guys perform a wide variety of original, family-friendly songs about all the things kids love: animals, cartoons, food, science, sports and more! Each show is hilarious, inclusive and spontaneous, and each catchy tune is designed to get every audience dancing and singing along!

Since forming in 2004, The String Beans have released 10 albums, appeared on dozens of radio and television programs, and delighted thousands of fans, becoming Nebraska’s favorite entertainers for pre-school through elementary-aged audiences, not to mention parents, teachers and communities.

The String Beans perform at fairs, festivals, libraries, schools, churches, museums, zoos and more! In their hometown of Lincoln, Nebraska, the “Beans” sold out the Lied Center for Performing Arts and consistently set new attendance records at the Lincoln Children’s Museum’s “Music & Mozzarella” concert series. The band has also performed for the Governor’s Arts Awards Ceremony and in 2014 completed a tour of the southeast United States with performances in Missouri, Georgia, Tennessee and Florida.

SATURDAY // JUNE 28 // 7:00 p.m

John Depew hails from the wide-open prairie where there are more cows than people, and he likes it that way. Nominated to be a face on the “Mt. Rushmore of Awkward Kansans,” he takes his role seriously and only participates in medium- to-large talk. He definitely never overthinks small decisions like how many potatoes to cook for dinner or how many compliments to give himself in his own bio. His songwriting and musicianship have been described as
‘a nightmare for your ears…like…in a good way!’

He is a Krutz Artist, Kansas State Mandolin Champion for 2022, and a member of KAC’s Kansas Touring Artist Roster. 

SATURDAY // JUNE 28 // 9:00 p.m.

A Brother's Fountain is a Colorado-based band with a folk-inspired sound you always wanted to hear, but never knew existed. Some categorize them as Indie Folk. Others call them an Americana band. A Brother’s Fountain knows they belong to a genre all its own: Campfire Folk. Songs range from rowdy and anthemic to reflective, laid-back sing-alongs. Keep an ear out to hear their trademark "gang vocals" that invite the listener to throw their voice into the anthem.

This rag-tag crew of best buds and mountain junkies (river guides, rock climbers, backpackers, cyclists, skiers, etc.) started their music journey busking on the street corners of Old Town Fort Collins, Colorado. Their music is inspired by life’s extraordinary gifts - mother nature, authentic friendship, epic adventures, and mysteries that keep us ever-curious.

SATURDAY // JUNE 22 // LOCAL ARTISTS

Local artists and performers are encouraged to take part in a variety of opportunities to perform, jam and learn at Flatwater Music Festival.

The Shady Stage at Flatwater Music Festival highlights a variety of different talents.

Looking for a space to jam with others? Saturday is your day. Jam Circles pop up thoroughout the event and everyone is welcome to bring an instrument to join in!

No performer is too young, only young at heart. If you are interested in performing on the Shady Stage, please contact Prairie Loft’s team.