Fester Hagood
Fester Hagood
Just a few miles south of Athens, Georgia there's the small town of Watkinsville. Rumor has it, he once beat up a shark. Go discover some Fester!
Born and raised in that town is this enigma of a fellow named Tracey Fester Hagood, but folks just call him Fester. I don't know what that has to do with anything. Well, other than to establish the fact that he won't be defeated. He's proven that again lately by recently recovering from a shoulder surgery that could've potentially crippled a guitar player's livelihood. With a head full of long blo
07/12/2023
Don't miss it. Sunday Funday. Just outside of Athens
02/12/2023
Last Show of the Year!!!!
Next Sunday, just East of Athens.
It's gonna be a one one. Spread the good word and see ya there!
And Go Dawgs!!!!
11/10/2023
Another great Mojo Confessional!
Thank you to my talented and creative friends for providing the music and art. And as always, thank you Mary Nouri for providing a place for us to gather.
See everyone back in Arnoldsville on November 12th.
Adam Poulin , Camille Hayes , Marisa Leilani Mustard , & Cousin Jefferson Ross .
09/10/2023
Today's the big day! We are going to have the show inside this afternoon. 5:30. Buy some Art and Fill your Soul with Music!
08/10/2023
Support your local Artists and Songwriters tomorrow!
04/10/2023
We are going to start at 5:30 this month so y'all can browse the art and enjoy the potluck supper.
Help me spread the word, it's gonna be a special show.
See ya Sunday, just East of Athens.
Details at 3railroad. Org
03/10/2023
28/09/2023
Get your advanced tickets today!
25/09/2023
I'm planning something really cool for Sunday, October 8th, so go a head and mark your calendars!
Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase AND ART SHOW at No 3 Railroad Street in Arnoldsville!
Marisa Leilani Mustard 's beautiful murals and mailboxes can be found all over Athens and she will be sharing a batch of originals and covers.
Cousin Jefferson Ross is a veteran of the Confessionals, as well as an incredible Songwriter, Picker, and artist of the highest caliber.
Local Artist, Camille Hayes , will be there doing a live painting piece while the music plays.
Adam Poulin will be providing fiddle, jokes, and interpretive dance for our sets.
Each artists will have some amazing pieces for sale, so come out and SUPPORT LOCAL LIVE MUSIC AND ART!
Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase occurs on the 2nd Sacred Sunday of each month at the historic No 3 Railroad Street building in Arnoldsville, Ga, just east of Athens.
Music at 6. Potluck Supper. BYOB and Chair. All Ages. Outdoor Show (inside if weather is bad). $10 suggested donation and plan on picking up some local art too.
Help spread the good word!
Rock,
Fester Hagood
12/09/2023
20 years ago today, we said goodbye to The Man in Black. Join us on Sept 30th at The Foundry as a bunch of friends and myself, pay tribute to Johnny Cash and John Cougar Mellencamp.
12/09/2023
William Tonks and Mayor Dodd Ferrelle were amazing at Sunday's Mojo Confessional. Make sure to keep the 2nd Sunday of each month open so you can come hear my Songwriter Showcase. Each month, we have terrific performers, delicious Potluck Supper, and a wonderful listening audience, all just a few minuteseast of Athens. So mark your calendars for October 8th, cause I've got another good one in the works.
Rock, Fester Hagood
09/09/2023
Mayor of Winterville and Talented Songwriter, Dodd Ferrelle , will be one of our featured guests at tomorrow's (9/10/23) Mojo Confessional. He has been recording and writing since 1985, as well as lending his talents to helping others by hosting the Strung Out Like The Lights At Christmas Time benifit for the Empty Stocking Fund and helping resurrect the Winterville Auditorium by playing a packed show at the Fox Theater with his band The Wintervillians, along with Drivin' N' Cryin', The Drive-by Truckers, and others in a fundraiser to help rebuild small town theaters ( photo below).
Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase with William Tonks and Dodd Ferrelle at No 3 Railroad Street in Arnoldsville, 6pm.
Potluck Supper, BYOB and chair, outdoor show (indoors if the weather is poor). All Ages, $10 suggested donation. The 2nd Sunday of each month.
09/09/2023
William Tonks has been an established part of the Athens Sound since the 1980s, performing in bands such as Bloodkin, Barbara Que, Mr. Jordan/Mr. Tonks, Romper Stomper, and most recently, Robert McMillan and Mike Mills (REM) Concerto for Violin and Rock Band. He is an accomplished guitar and dobro master, as well as a world class songwriter and vocalist.
William Tonks & Dodd Ferrelle will be the featured guests at Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase at No 3 Railroad Street in Arnoldsville 9/10/23. Music starts at 6pm. Potluck Supper, All Ages Show, BYOB and chair, outdoors if weather permits (indoors if not).
It's gonna be a good one!
24/08/2023
Here's the opening for our tribute to The Band at the Athstock benifit a few weeks ago
Fester Hagood and dangly! Happy Birthday to Rick Danko impersonator and engineer extraordinaire Jay Rodgers !
Fester Hagood & Dangfly cover THE BAND @ Southern Brewing Company AthStock 2023 SUPPORT LIVE MUSIC !!! EMBRACE THE ENERGY !!!(Athens GA Live Music)Filmed by Frank Russell & edited by Gregory Frederickwww.athensgalivemusic.comwww.faceboo...
13/08/2023
Come out to today's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase at No 3 Railroad Street in Arnoldsville, August 13th, 6pm. INDOOR SHOW (limited seating) with Levi Lowrey & Uncle Thunderclap Danny McAdams.
BYOB. All Ages. Potluck Supper. $10 suggested donation.
11/08/2023
My pal Levi Lowrey has a brand new song out. It is a must hear for fans of Shel Silverstein, Parents, or anyone who's ever had Parents. It's brilliant.
Levi and Uncle Danny Mcadams will be joining me for Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase at No 3 Railroad Street in Arnoldsville this Sunday, Aug 13th, 6pm. Potluck Supper, BYOB and chair, All Ages, $10 suggested donation. Just East of Athens. Outdoor Show (weather permitting).
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09/08/2023
Levi Lowrey & Uncle Danny Mcadams will be joining me for this week's Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional!
Sunday, August 13th, 6pm
Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase at No 3 Railroad Street in Arnoldsville. Show starts at 6. All Ages. BYOB and chair, Potluck Supper. Show will be outside (weather permitting). $10 suggested donation. The Mojo Confessional occurs on the 2nd Sacred Sunday of each month.
Rock.
04/08/2023
I'm honored to pay tribute to THE BAND tomorrow at ATHSTOCK at 5:25 to help out with a good cause. I'll be joined on stage by dangfly! and we'll be playing all your favorites. Lots of other great acts and groovy beautiful people. Yes, this is my tattoo.
Artist2Artist presents Athstock at Southern Brewing Company August 5th. Food trucks, auction, and great beer. Make sure to bring a chair and come early to get a good parking spot. All proceeds go to Acceptance Recovery Center.
10/07/2023
We had a great Mojo Confessional yesterday at No 3 Railroad Street yesterday. Thanks to Caroline Aiken, Scott Low , & Todd Sargent for your talents, Miss Mary Nouri for opening your doors to us, & to the amazing listening audience who supports what we do.
07/07/2023
dangfly! & Fester Hagood team up again August 5th at Southern Brewing Company to pay tribute to The Band at to benefit Acceptance Recovery Center.
Also, don't miss Scott Low & Caroline Aiken July 9th at Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase at No 3 Railroad Street in Arnoldsville, 6pm.
06/07/2023
My first show since November! I'm easing back into playing again after a couple of arm surgeries and would love for you to join us Sunday, July 9th, 6pm for Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase at No 3 Railroad St in Arnoldsville (East Athens).
Our featured Songwriters will be the immensely talented Scott Low & Caroline Aiken.
Potluck Supper, Outdoor Show (indoors if weatherispoor) , All Ages, BYOB and Chair, $10 suggested donation. The Mojo Confessional happens on the 2nd Sunday of each month.
Bring a friend, spread the word, and SUPPORT LOCAL LIVE MUSIC!
28/10/2022
NOWHERE BAR TOMORROW NIGHT!!!
23/10/2022
Alright, Boils & Ghouls, the Haunted Stagecoach is rolling back to The Nowhere Bar Oct 29th, 9pm, for a Spooktactular night of tricks and treats! There will be killer music, a costume contest with prizes, and a Zombie Resurrection Allstar Jam featuring all your favorite Dead Musicians!
24/09/2022
SPOILER ALERT!
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So come and bring the family out to the North Georgia Folk Festival at Sandy Creek Park today. I play at 3 at the Fire Circle Stage. It will be a BEAUTIFUL day for Music, Food, Folk, & Crafts, with a very special tribute to Artist & Music Historian, Art Rosenbaum at 4.
Would love to see you!
22/09/2022
TONITE SANDY SPRINGS!!!
13/09/2022
***My set time has changed to 3 so there can be a tribute for the Legendary Art Rosenbaum at 4***
Bring the family out to Sandy Creek Park for the North Georgia Folk Festival! Great Folk, Food, Music, Arts, & crafts.
I'll be playing at the Fire Circle Stage.
10/09/2022
Well, we are rained out tonight in Winterville, but Tyrus J. Manning III , Claire Campbell, and myself will be doing an in the round set tomorrow at No 3 Railroad Street in Arnoldsville prior to the Bluegrass fury of BorderHop Trio. It'll be a good Sunday at the Mojo Confessional! 6pm. Potluck. BYOB and chair. Outdoor Show (will be indoors if weather is poor).
09/09/2022
THIS WEEKEND!!!
9/10 Winterville Front Porch Bookstore w/ Ty Manning, Claire Campbell & Fester Hagood, 6pm
9/11 Arnoldsville No 3 Railroad St w/ Claire Campbell, BorderHop Trio, & Fester Hagood, 6pm.
9/10 Front Porch Bookstore, w/ Claire Campbell & Ty Tyrus J. Manning, Winterville, Ga
9/11Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional , No 3 Railroad Arnoldsville, 6pm
9/22 City Springs Studio Series Songwriter Showcase, Sandy Springs, Ga. 8pm
9/24 North Georgia Folk Festival Fire Circle Stage, Athens, Ga, 4pm
10/7 TBA w/ Levi Lowrey Waycross, Ga
10/8 TBA w/ Levi Lowrey Woodbine, Ga
10/9 Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional, *GUEST HOSTS The Simple Life Band, David Kraai No 3 Railroad Arnoldsville, Ga, 6pm
10/9 TBA w/ Levi Lowrey, St Simons Island, Ga
10/13 Gram Parsons Guitar Pull, Waycross, Ga
10/29 Waycross Haunted Stagecoach w/ Uncle Dave Griffin , The Pine Box Dwellers, Ty Manning,... Nowhere Bar, Athens, Ga, 9pm
11/5 Shrimp & Grits Festival Songwriters in the Round at the S***t House, Jekyll Island, Ga. 3:15-5:15
11/6 Shrimp & Grits Festival Songwriters in the Round at the S***t House, Jekyll Island, Ga. 10-Noon
11/13 Fester Hagood's Mojo Confessional Songwriter Showcase, No 3 Railroad Street, Arnoldsville, Ga
14/08/2022
Tonite!!!
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