I can’t remember a better MerleFest than 2021. The chance to finally return to the campus of Wilkes Community College after a LONG 2 1/2 years to hear live music and feel the sun on my face while sitting in front of the Hillside Stage (ok maybe it was a too hot) was balm to my pandemic-battered soul. The chance to catch up with old friends I typically only seem to see at MerleFest and the chance to make new ones. The chance to discover new music from first-time MerleFest visitors while enjoying new music from MerleFest veterans. And the chance to meet all those babies conceived during lockdown. I have many, many stories to share from this year’s festival but for now please enjoy this wrap-up video from the festival and stay tuned for more from me soon!

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