John Butler Trio, Gov't Mule headline fifth annual McDowell Mountain Music Festival

On the 25th and 26th of this month, the McDowell Mountain Music Festival (MMMF) will be taking place in Scottsdale AZ at the WestWorld Polo Grounds. According to event manager Heather Rogers, this year's festival will host a variety of genres, including American rock'n'roll, reggae, South African music, and Aussie rock. Headlining acts include both national and international artists: Blues Traveler, Gov't Mule, The John Butler Trio, The Wailers, JJ Grey & MOFRO, Grace Potter and The Nocturnals. The lineup also includes local acts from the Flagstaff and Phoenix areas.

In addition to the main music events, MMMF features a silent auction, drum circle, an area designated for kids and an acoustic stage set up by Creamy Radio. Tickets range in price from $40 to $150 and camping passes for RV parking and tents is an additional $40 per site. All proceeds benefit Phoenix Day and Golden Gate Community Center, local children's charities.

Visit the McDowell Mountain Music Festival's Web site at: http://www.mmmf.net/