Radio 92.9 Announces EarthFest 2014 Lineup

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For two decades, Radio 92.9 has hosted EarthFest, a wildly popular all-day summer concert that’s not just well-curated and family-friendly, but also completely free and open to the public. Today, 92.9 revealed the lineup for EarthFest 2014, which will take place May 17 at the DCR Hatch Shell.

Neon Trees will headline the 21st annual concert. The alt-rock band hit it big in 2010 with “Animals” off their debut album Habits. They release their third studio album, Pop Psychology, next Tuesday, April 22. Here’s the full lineup for EarthFest 2014:

Main Stage:
Neon Trees
The Wailers
Morning Parade
Smallpools
Winner of the local Battle of the Bands contest

Kids Planet Family Stage:
Steve Elci and Friends
Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys
More to be determined

True to its name, EarthFest—the largest free radio station concert in the country—promotes green practices while showcasing great music. Last year’s performers included Gentlemen Hall, Cracker, and headliners Vertical Horizon. The event if produced by Radio 92.9 in conjunction with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, and is presented by Whole Foods Market.

EarthFest 2014 will take place Saturday, May 17, at the DCR Hatch Shell. Gates open at 10 a.m.; the local band contest winner starts playing at 11:15 a.m.