The music line up for Saturday is as follows:

Some of the outstanding performances to be hosted at the Kirkwood Spring Fling this year are:

Vortex Park 11:45 am - 12:20 pm
http://www.vortexpark.net / http://www.myspace.com/vortexpark
Strings, strings and more strings - this is Atlanta-based band Vortex Park’s focus in which they center their diverse abilities as a musical quartet. There was something among all those varieties that not only allowed them to combine the genres, but to break through them to form something simple, charming and different. The large double bass is the first stage item that catches the spectator’s eyes, and the jazz deeply rooted in Justin Roberts’ style of play sets a smooth line for the audience to mock-strum the table as if it really were so large an instrument. Next, Rurik Nunan’s violin takes on many forms, flowing from neo-classical violin through one song to a bluegrass-fiddle the next, charming the audience’s ears. The percussion is present in the form of drums and bongos with Brad Stott keeping the beat behind them and a rhythm for the dance floor. Alex Wolf, guitarist and vocalist for has quite a repertoire of acoustic styles. He completes the string section with his folk, Americana, jazz and Latin riffs, allowing the listeners catch an array of sweet acoustic styles.

Mary Delaney 12:45 pm - 1:20 pm
www.myspace.com/marydelaneyrocks
According to About Atlanta songwriter Mary Delaney "offers polished, well-written and catchy songs," "has a knack for thought-provoking observations" and "brings a modern edge to the torch song material that is unique and refreshing." Country Alt. Country in Belgium writes that she's "reminiscent of Stevie Nicks." Indie-Music.com finds her "Unique in her approach to rock" and Southeast Performer writes that "Mary Delaney is an artist on a mission for success." Mary's roots rock band "Letters to Mary" can be found on iTunes, daemonrecords.com, cdbaby.com/cd/letterstomary, Decatur CD, and Kirkwood's Gitche Ya Ya.

Strato-Geezer 1:50 pm - 2:30 pm
http://www.stratogeezer.com / http://myspace.com/stratogeezer
Being land-locked hasn’t kept this high-energy trio from bringing raw, reverb-driven sounds to surf music junkies in the metro Atlanta area for over 4 years now. Influenced by masters such as The Ventures and Dick Dale, Strato-Geezer is guaranteed to take you from the beach, into outer space, and splashing back down into the waves like an out-of-control Soviet spacecraft. Their repertoire includes numerous surf classics with a few unexpected surprises thrown in. Strato-Geezer is Rob Kaufman (Guitar/Bass), Thom Brewer (Guitar/Bass), and Mike Perez (Drums).

The Ricky McKinnie Singers 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
www.rickymckinnie.com
The Ricky McKinnie Singers were organized in 1978, by the four time Grammy award winner Eric Ricky McKinnie of The Blind Boys of Alabama. Ricky has been featured in magazines such as Modern Drummer and The Drum magazine just to name a few. He was accompanied by his mother Sarah McKinnie-Shivers (former singer for the famous Gene Martin Singers of Atlanta), his brother Willie "Chuck" Shivers and Gloria Meadows all of Atlanta.

In 1982 the group recorded their first album on the Southland music label entitled Here I Am. In 1985 The Ricky McKinnie Singers were on the list to be nominated for a Grammy award for their album I Never Had Love Before. Since then they have recorded two additional albums "Hold On To Gods Unchanging Hand" and "Don't Give Up". The group has four additional members; Mary Reid, (singer) Tabitha Thomas, (singer) Michael Wydell, (guitar player) and Econoa Jones (Keyboard) player). This group has excited audiences throughout the southeastern United States with their accapella contemporary, soul, and traditional sounds. The group has appeared on such shows as The King Fest, The Sweet Auburn Avenue Fest, Six Flags (opening for the Rev. Al Green), Franklin Country Western Music Park (opening for Fats Domino), 1996 Olympics (Beulah AME Church on Auburn Ave.), Taste of Atlanta Fest (CNN Center), and The Georgia Mountain Fair, just to name a few. They were also featured on WSB Radio singing and advertising for Atlanta Alive sponsored by The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. Additionally Ricy McKinnie is a life long resident of Kirkwood.

Gareth Asher 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
www.myspace.com/garethasher
If you could harness the power in Gareth Asher’s music you’d have enough hi-octane passion to fuel a Ferrari. Born and raised in the small town of Bowdon , GA, Gareth was exposed at an early age to the music of iconic artists like Jackson Browne, Don Henley and The Eagles, groups he now counts as some of his biggest influences. But everything changed one day in 1987, when, at the age of seven, Gareth woke up one morning to the sweet sounds of Otis Redding flowing through the rooms of his childhood home. Since then, Gareth has been addicted to the sweet grooves of the late 60s and early 70s, especially those emanating from Motown, and has made it his undertaking to channel many of those sounds in his music today. " I just want to make people feel something, the way I do" says Asher. As a singer, songwriter, and guitarist raised on a steady diet of old school funk, rock, and soul, Gareth also attributes many of his musical sensibilities to monumentally influential artists like Stevie Wonder, Phil Collins, and groups like Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire. On the rock side of things, his primary influences are more contemporary - Toad the Wet Sproket, Aqualung, and Amos Lee among them. After teaming up with multi-talented, veteran producer and musician, Clay Cook, in 2004, Gareth recorded the first of his two records with Clay, where the fingerprints of his heroes still remain, but now revealed in his own way - an experience Gareth has described as extremely humbling and knowledgable. At this early stage in his career, Gareth has played, toured, and recorded with some great bands and musicians. He has experienced the tornado world of the music industry and learned that to survive you need more than talent—you need steely resolve and thick skin. But Gareth Asher decided at the early age of seven that music is his path, and today he wants everyone within range of his powerful and passionate voice to know it!

The Apostles 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm
www.myspace.com/theapostlesmusic
The Apostles are a positive energy four piece band from Atlanta , GA. Their songs are filled with funky/reggae/jazzy/hip-hop elements with catchy hooks and dancing melodies. Founding members, Aaron Hall (vocals/percussion) and Rob Lane (vocals/lead guitar) have each formed unique songwriting styles and intertwined them with ear pleasing harmonies. "JAMMIN' Jay Gleaton (bass) and Ryan Rich (drums) have formed an original rhythm which will definitely get your feet moving and yo' ass shakin'. The positive vibe they bring to the stage along with an incredible live show will surely leave a lasting impression and have you coming back for more!