Live Music at Spring Fling

We are excited to introduce you to the musical talents for this year! This year's Spring Fling will feature two local bands that both love animals! We are excited to have a returning Jazz band and a new-to-Spring-Fling Americana/South Rhythm band.

12 pm - 3 pm: Cane Creek Rhythm Section

First up, we are so excited to welcome Cane Creek Rhythm Section! All of the members of CCRS have been longtime friends and have played in various bands together, collectively bringing over 200 years of performance experience. This will be their first time performing at Spring Fling!

In 2019, Gary Epperson, Jimmy Atkins, Art Melvin, Chris Jepsen, and Teddy Ray began planning a "BADGE BAND" reunion. Their only performance took place in February 2020, just before the pandemic brought rehearsals to a temporary halt. When rehearsals resumed, only Art, Chris, and Gary were able to continue until November 2020, when Jimmy was able to rejoin. During this period, the trio shifted focus to original material, leading the project in a new direction. After one performance, they decided to expand their lineup, and Harry Teuting joined in December 2022. The band then began recording their album, Better Late Than Never, in March 2023, with a planned release in early 2025.

Their repertoire consists of 50% original music and 50% cover songs, blending blues, rock, and country into what they describe as Americana/South.

The band covers artists such as Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bob Seger, Poco, The Byrds, Little Feat, The Allman Brothers, Outlaws, The Eagles, and more.

Learn more about Cane Creek Rhythm on their website!

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3 pm - 6 pm: Steve Hobbs & Friends

Next up, taking the Stage from 3-6 pm, we are thrilled to have Steve Hobbs & Friends joining us once again! Steve is a huge animal supporter and has always been a part of Spring Fling, since the very first one! He has also been a customer of Unleashed since the Flea Market, so we love having him as part of our big event!!

Steve Hobbs is a celebrated jazz musician whose love of music started at the age of 7. Hobbs received his Bachelor of Music in Percussion Performance from Berklee College of Music in 1978 and a Master of Music in Jazz Mallet Performance from the University of Miami in 1982. He has toured with multiple bands and groups like the Art Van Damme Quintet, pop group, Janice, and Jum200pin’ Johnny. He has released multiple albums and compilations, like Steve Hobbs’ “Tribute to Bobby” and Steve Hobbs Quartet Vibes, Straight Up. Hobbs has 6 "Top 10" Recordings, 5 albums in the top ten charts, and was listed in the BMG All Music Guide to Jazz as one of the most influential jazz vibists in the world. He is listed in the New Grove Dictionary of Jazz, and featured in many magazines, radio show, and more!

Learn more and sample some of his music on Steve Hobbs' website and Facebook!

Steve will have several guest musicians joining him on stage and we can't wait to see, and hear, them all! Get ready to pull up a chair and enjoy the good vibes at Spring Fling!

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We hope that you enjoy the musical entertainment at Unleashed's 12th Annual Spring Fling Dog & Cat Fundraiser on Sunday, April 13, 2025, from 12-6 pm at Koka Booth Amphitheatre!!

Stay up to date on all things Spring Fling 2025:

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Blog: https://www.k9springfling.com/news

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2024 Entertainment: The Whiskey Rebellion

Listen Live from 2 pm - 6 pm

Get ready to have lots of fun with our next performers, The Whiskey Rebellion, taking the stage from 2 - 6 pm!

Their skillful and expert three-part harmonies are just part of what you can expect from the Whiskey Rebellion, who have been playing their brand of high-energy acoustic music across the Southeast (and as far west as the Pacific Ocean) for the last eight years. The band has recorded two regionally-acclaimed original albums, shared the stage with the Sam Bush Band and Carolina Chocolate Drops, and had their 2011 tour of the Pacific Northwest captured by filmmaker Tony Morin for a forthcoming concert film & documentary.

Drawing on their diverse musical backgrounds, The Whiskey Rebellion mix the spontaneity of bluegrass, the collectiveness of jazz, and the urgency of rock and roll to create their own unique take on everything from traditional bluegrass to anthemic party favorites. The band covers a wide array of artists ranging from The Beatles to The Talking Heads to Guns 'n' Roses, but their approach is always steeped in their acoustic roots and uniquely lends itself to being both listenable and danceable.

Having such talented musicians at Spring Fling is an incredible addition to the festivities of 2024!

2024 Entertainment: Steve Hobbs and Friends

Listen Live from 12 pm - 2 pm

We are excited to introduce you to the musical talents for this year! If you've attended Spring Fling in the past, our entertainment should be familiar; they are all returning performers!

First up, taking the Stage from 12-2pm, we are thrilled to have the Steve Hobbs and Friends! Steve is a huge animal supporter, and has always been a part of Spring Fling.

Steve Hobbs is a celebrated jazz musician whose love of music started at the age of 7. Hobbs received his Bachelor of Music in Percussion Performance from Berklee College of Music in 1978 and a Master of Music in Jazz Mallet Performance from the University of Miami in 1982. He has toured with multiple bands and groups like the Art Van Damme Quintet, pop group, Janice, and Jum200pin’ Johnny. He was even featured on American Bandstand in 1980! He has released multiple albums and compilations, like Steve Hobbs’ “Tribute to Bobby” and Steve Hobbs Quartet Vibes, Straight Up.

Steve will have several guest musicians joining him on stage and we can't wait to see, and hear, them all! Having such celebrated musicians at Spring Fling is an incredible addition to the festivities!

Learn more on Steve Hobbs' website and Facebook!