“A musical stream of consciousness”

Eric Brewer has pursued all aspects of his instrument during his career as a guitarist from electrified rock, to jazz, funk, blues, acoustic, country, classical, and all points in between. His band, Eric Brewer and Friends, consists of bassist Ralph Reitinger, drummer Steve Barone and keyboardist Charlie Meyer. Saxophonist and founding member Joe Cieslak moved to North Carolina in early 2014, and no longer plays with the band. The members have developed a remarkable onstage rapport, propelling the band’s improvisational element to extraordinary heights. The band draws inspiration from a huge list of influences, mixing guitar based rock, jazz, funk and fusion to create a jam band style that is uniquely their own.

Based in Erie PA, the band has performed throughout the region and developed an ever-growing fan base along the way. In keeping with the jam band status quo, the band changes up their set list with each performance, often segueing songs seamlessly to keep the momentum alive and the surprises rolling. The band also displays incredible versatility depending on the venue they’re playing, from a subdued, instrumental-only gig at a small jazz club, to a raucous, rocking set complete with vocals at a large outdoor amphitheatre. At an Eric Brewer & Friends show, expect the unexpected.

Jim Donovan and The Sun King Warriors are best described as a blend of rhythm heavy roots rock, with a strong dose of big barreling drums. Think bluesy Zeppelin-esqe bombast, Santana style percussion with wild Avett Brothers energy.

At a Sun King show, you can expect to dance, sweat and have the time of your life.

The band’s music has garnered radio airplay throughout the US and Canada, and has appeared on Billboard’s Americana chart multiple times.

The band plays regionally at festivals and clubs throughout the mid-atlantic and have opened for 10,000 Maniacs, Donovan’s former band Rusted Root and many others.

Jim Donovan, the band’s founder and writer brings almost three decades of experience to the Sun King Warriors. As a member of the popular 90’s band Rusted Root, he helped shaped the group’s sound and toured with legendary including The Grateful Dead, members of Led Zeppelin, Carlos Santana and the Allman Brothers.

He also co-authored the band’s biggest hit, “Send Me on My Way,” which has been streamed over 100 million times on Spotify and used as the wakeup music for NASA’s Mars rover.

Press quotes:

“Jim Donovan and Sun King Warriors are one of the most eclectic and exciting bands to come out in some time…” -The Washington Times
“Sun King Warriors channel unabashed enthusiasm into a series of songs that are both rowdy and rejuvenating…” -Relix Magazine

BSY is taking this fun and feisty mixed level yoga class to Big Rail Brewing! The brewery will be opening early just for us, but space is limited and tickets will go fast, so grab your spot now! 

Ric Robertson is an American original, pulling influences from the greats that came before, but wholly responsible for creating his own creative universe. Robertson’s voice and lyrics hold a soft Southern burr, a Zen acceptance of humanity’s failings, and, most importantly, a sense of pure playfulness in the music. This is John Prine by way of New Orleans, Harry Nilsson in a Nudie suit, a stoned Dr. John lost in Nashville, Bill Monroe on mushrooms listening to Bessie Smith. Step into his boundlessly creative multi-verse and you’ll find nothing short of American songbook excellence. When Ric’s not writing songs or playing music, his polymath personality fills time learning claymation, filmmaking, playing with puppets, learning pedal steel… He’s relentlessly creative. Robertson is the musician’s musician, as testified by the fact that he’s continuously in-demand as a touring bandmate, having played and recorded with The Wood Brothers, Rhiannon Giddens, Lucius, Sarah Jarosz, David Grisman, Sierra Ferrell, Dirk Powell, Sam Grisman Project, and countless others. A guest list this large and varied is a testament to Robertson’s easygoing musicianship. He’s as comfortable backing up another artist onstage as he is leading his own band, and throughout he anchors his creativity in a sense of playful collaboration.

His last album, Carolina Child, out now on Free Dirt Records, was Robertson’s break-out moment, a fully-fledged exploration of madcap ideas and creative anarchy, was produced by Dan Molad of Lucius, and features Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig from Lucius plus a whole host of Robertson’s friends and colleagues: Alex Hargreaves ( Kacey Musgraves, Billy Strings, Steve Martin), Sam Fribush (Charlie Hunter, Hiss Golden Messenger), Nick Falk (Herbie Hancock), Eddie Barbash (Jon Batiste, Cory Wong), Oliver Wood of The Wood Brothers, Kai Welch (Kacey Musgraves, Abigail Washburn) , Logan Ledger, and Dori Freeman. His brand new forthcoming album, “Choices and Chains” (set for release in July 2024), includes many of the same cast of characters plus special features from Grammy winning songstress Sarah Jarosz and the quickly rising star and powerhouse vocalist Sierra Ferrell. Take time to dive in, and you’ll find Robertson’s songs draw inspiration from the fragility of our inner lives, but also from the small moments packed with meaning that surround us. Listen. Go Deep. Enjoy!

Join us for DJ Trivia and $10 Novoty’s Pizza every Wednesday beginning Sept 25th at 7pm.

Pizza is ready at 5pm.

$1 off drafts till 7pm.

We’re having a live performance play at Big Rail! We’ll have the fires lit and blazing as usual! Remember, we’re in the woods for the show, so dress appropriately.

Performance takes place Thursday, October 17 at 7:30 pm in the beer garden on the big stage.

Admission will be $10 to get into the beer garden. The taproom will be open as per usual hours for non-audience members.

Tickets available at the gate or click the ticket link. Proceeds benefit Hob Nob Theater Co. from Butler, PA.

Beer garden will open at 6pm to begin seating and beverage sales. We have picnic tables and limits chairs available. WE HIGHLY RECCOMEND TO BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR.

Remember, this is a live performance, so please keep crowd chatter to a minimum.

In case of bad weather, the rain date will be Oct 24th @ 7:30pm.

Big Rail Brewing X Sprague Farm!!

*We’re teaming up with Sprague Farm for another concert inside their Beer Hall Pavillion. Big Rail beer selections will be available for purchase.

*$5 cover at the door. All money collected at the door is used to help pay for entertainment costs. No outside alcohol permitted.

*Open at 5pm
*Music starts 6pm
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Uncle Ben’s Remedy

Roots grow deep in fertile soil. The sound of Uncle Ben’s Remedy is rooted in the small towns of western New York, where community still matters and music is a part of every event. The boys learned to play and sing in this small town atmosphere, giving their music the honest, back porch feel of the country music they love. Uncle Ben’s Remedy is Ben Westlund, Harmony Griffin, Shawn Huestis, Brendan O’Connor and Jimmy Royce, playing all sorts of traditional and rock n’ roll instruments and stomping the floors; all while singing their hearts out in service to the song.

Available on iTunes and Google Play and available for streaming on RDIO, Spotify and other outlets, the band released their debut EP “Yesterday’s Clothes” in 2015 and followed by releasing their full length album, “Not Far From the Tree” in April of 2016. Spurred on by local airplay of their single “Fire in the Field” on Buffalo’s Country, Classic Rock, and Alternative stations, UBR quickly sold the first 2500 copies of their record out of their converted school bus, playing every small town and honky-tonk they could find.

UBR won the Summer 2014 Battle of the Bands at the Canalside Concert Series in Buffalo before taking the 2015 Battle of Original Music (BOOM) competition, which landed them a slot at the sold out Kerfuffle on the Lake. In 2017 UBR piled in the bus and hit the festival circuit, including headlining the annual Sportsmen’s Americana Festival and the opening of the Great Blue Heron Music Festival. A finalist in the national Taste of Country Riser contest, UBR brought a huge crowd, filling the venue to capacity with chanting for the band that lasted long after the final notes of their raucous performance.

A traveling troubadour born and raised in the hills of rural western Pennsylvania. Shaping her signature sound developed from her teenage years, Alyssa’s music is unmistakable. With influences that span across many genres, her lyrics bring you into the heart of the steel mills and the bucolic landscape of rural America.

Hailing from the Great Lakes region, Ohayo brings together their diverse experiences and musical backgrounds to create a sound that is both fresh and timeless. The band’s debut album, Now & Later, is a testament to their collaborative spirit and passion for music. Recorded at Moonlight Audio in Columbus, Ohio, the album features a range of styles and influences, from rock’n’roll to country and soul. With their catchy melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and infectious energy, they are a must-see for music lovers everywhere.

Andrew Bicsey is a guitarist, singer-songwriter from Pittsburgh, PA. After starting his musical journey by studying nylon string guitar under Jim Relja and later with Ken Karsh at Duquesne University, Andrew quickly grew his knack for solo work and improvisation. Instructing guitar lessons since 2006, Andrew brings a deep understanding of his instrument to the table, being able to understand what music your special moment needs and leaving patrons musically fulfilled yet wanting more. In addition to his solo work, he performs with two other wedding/event bands: The Company Band and Bachelor Boys. He has also performed with the likes of Randall Troy, Alli Gillis, Larry Lee Jones, Jill West and most notably Margot Bingham of Boardwalk Empire fame.

Join us for DJ Trivia and $10 Novoty’s Pizza every Wednesday beginning Sept 25th at 7pm.

Pizza is ready at 5pm.

$1 off drafts till 7pm.

Our good buddy Seth Verba will be the host of our open mic nite.

ALL INQUIRIES email [email protected]

-Property open at 5pm.
-Sign up starts at 5:30
-Music 6pm-8pm
-NO DRUMSETS – Hand drums/percussion ok.
-No foul language or content. We love our family environment.

A Boot Stompin’ Finger Pickin’ Folkie

A highway-kind traveler combining a touch of the high and lonesome hollers of the Appalachian hill people with the low-down, dusty grooves of the cosmic cowboys, Dandy has created a unique songwriter banquet sure to satisfy the hunger of any weary passerby. A boot stompin’ finger picker with remnant hollers of the greats of our past – Don’t be afraid to stop awhile, and fill up your plate, there’s plenty to go around.

G.W. Garner Bio
G. W. Garner is a folksinger from Cincinnati, OH who is inspired by the likes of Willy Tea Taylor, Jeffrey Martin, Langhorne Slim, and Townes Van Zandt. He takes great pride in crafting lyrics that are poetic and arresting, while at the same time ensuring that the stories are intact and hard-hitting. At times heartbreaking, his songs and stories are wrapped up and held together by a sense of humor and a self-awareness that keeps audiences rapt.

VINYLS, PETTY, STONES & BONES HALLOWEEN PARTY!

LIVE MUSIC FEATURING MUSIC OF THE ROLLING STONES // TOM PETTY! PLAN TO DRESS UP! CAMPFIRES! JACK-O-LANTERNS!

We’re putting together an evening of ROCK N ROLL! We put together a house band and we’re playing favorites from Tom Petty & The Rolling Stones. We’ve got a great lineup up musicians to help us pull it off!

The Big Rail House Band & Friends will be:
Paul Joseph- Vox/Guitar (of Wine & Spirit)
*Joe Kolenda-Vox/Guitar (of The Shameless Hex)
*Dave Brown-Lead Guitar (of The Gathering Field)
*John DeCola-Keys/Organ
*Ralph Reitinger-Bass (of Eric Brewer & Friends //Phunkademic)
*Bryan Lightner-Bass
*Sean Corbett-Guitar (of Big Rail Brewing)
*Bill Smith-Drums (of Big Rail Brewing)
*Adam Parrot-Percussion (of Wine & Spirit)

We’ll also have DJ Lone Ranger spinning great Rock n Roll vinyls from the 60’s, 70’s, & 80’s.

Food Truck by Independent Taco.

Western PA’s western swing sensation, led by the inimitable Charlie Barath.

Join us for DJ Trivia and $10 Novoty’s Pizza every Wednesday beginning Sept 25th at 7pm.

Pizza is ready at 5pm.

$1 off drafts till 7pm.

Midnight Drive is one of the newest and most powerful bands of the Northwestern PA area. Starting as a jam session at the Clarion Bluegrass festival in March of 2010, they quickly became what is now “Midnight Drive”.

The band has already made quite an impact on the local level as well as the national level. The members consists of some of the strongest pickers of the Northeastern part of the country.

A traveling troubadour born and raised in the hills of rural western Pennsylvania. Shaping her signature sound developed from her teenage years, Alyssa’s music is unmistakable. With influences that span across many genres, her lyrics bring you into the heart of the steel mills and the bucolic landscape of rural America.

Join us for DJ Trivia and $10 Novoty’s Pizza every Wednesday beginning Sept 25th at 7pm.

Pizza is ready at 5pm.

$1 off drafts till 7pm.

Our good buddy Seth Verba will be the host of our open mic nite.

ALL INQUIRIES email [email protected]

-Property open at 5pm.
-Sign up starts at 5:30
-Music 6pm-8pm
-NO DRUMSETS – Hand drums/percussion ok.
-No foul language or content. We love our family environment.

West Park Road is an all acoustic four piece using duet vocals intertwined with violin melody lines backed up by guitar and a unique and entertaining take on percussion. Coming from four very different backgrounds has led to an eclectic mix of music from Simon and Garfunkel to Imagine Dragons, Dolly Parton to Matchbox 20.

“Homegrown Rock & Soul.” The Jaded Lips is a trio from Altoona, PA. Performing a high energy blend of garage rock, soul & indie that is full of hooks. Unique yet familiar.

We’re an indie folk duo hailing from Johnstown, Pennsylvania. As full time musicians, we perform at a wide variety of events and locations across Pennsylvania and surrounding states.

So why did we choose the name, ‘The Evergreens’?

While we do love  Christmas and the smell of cedar, we call ourselves The Evergreens because of the songs we play. We cover hits that have stood the test of time and have never gone out of season – much like evergreen trees. We put our own indie/folk twist on hits ranging from the 1950’s-1990’s (with a few modern songs in the mix). This allows us to fit many different venues and connect with all ages.

Apart from our music, we are also part-time content creators. We love to travel and partner with brands and hotels around the world.  Find out more about our travels here.

Join us for DJ Trivia and $10 Novoty’s Pizza every Wednesday beginning Sept 25th at 7pm.

Pizza is ready at 5pm.

$1 off drafts till 7pm.

Pittsburgh Duo playing some favorites and more. (Alex Talbot Duo)

Wicked Sycamore is an all-female trio hailing from the Baltimore/DC area, consisting of Juliette Bell on guitar, Lainie Gray on mandolin, and Madeline Waters on cello. Their sound can be described as contemporary folk with a mischievous edge that is grounded in traditional roots music but branches out into Americana, bluegrass, funk, and jazz. They write original music ranging from fun and light-hearted sing-alongs to deep, introspective tunes for the ages. Their music combines intricate vocal harmonies with thoughtful arrangement, mood shifts, and story-telling. They are proud to add their voices as both female musicians and songwriters to the modern music landscape.

Wicked Sycamore won the Charm City Bluegrass band competition in 2019 and they were awarded two WAMMIES in 2021 for Best Bluegrass Group/Artist and Best Bluegrass Album (In More Ways Than One) in the DMV-area. Wicked Sycamore has played at festivals such as DelFest, Greyfox Bluegrass Festival, Charm City Bluegrass Festival, Sultana Downrigging Festival, and Annapolis Baygrass Festival, as well as onstage at venues like The Hamilton, The 8X10, Union Stage, The Avalon Theatre, and the Hylton Performing Arts Center at George Mason University.

The Whiskey Drinks are a band of seasoned acoustic musicians, known for blending genres into a captivating musical experience. Their instrumental prowess, stage charisma, and intense musicality have propelled them to rapid popularity in the local scene of Cleveland, Ohio. With a history spanning over three decades, their sound leaves a lasting impression that keeps audiences coming back for more.

Rooted in traditional American music, The Whiskey Drinks blend old-time, blues, and protest influences with hints of funk, hip-hop, alternative, and pop music. Their versatile sound captivates audiences in intimate barrooms, lively festivals, and any place where people want to relax, unwind, and toast to better days ahead.

Join us for DJ Trivia and $10 Novoty’s Pizza every Wednesday beginning Sept 25th at 7pm.

Pizza is ready at 5pm.

$1 off drafts till 7pm.

Our good buddy Seth Verba will be the host of our open mic nite.

ALL INQUIRIES email [email protected]

-Property open at 5pm.
-Sign up starts at 5:30
-Music 6pm-8pm
-NO DRUMSETS – Hand drums/percussion ok.
-No foul language or content. We love our family environment.

We’re a jam band based out of Pittsburgh, PA. Our music is a fusion of bluegrass, rock, classic country and folk, done in either a string or rock band setup. We have a variety of songs, both covers and originals, for just about any occasion. Hope you’ll join us for a show or book us for your own event.

DEREK WOODS BAND is an award winning, lyrically driven & timeless Americana/Rock band with a modern polished exterior.
DWB initially formed Los Angeles, California in early 2012, following Solo performances in 2011 by Woods. Later to establish a homebase and core lineup of musicians in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania while gaining a coast to coast following.

Juvenile Characteristics is a 5-piece acoustic/electric band committed to playing our own original music and our favorite covers. The covers we choose to play are songs that we would want to listen to if we were going to see live music. Our original music is written from our hearts based on our experiences and dreams.

Original members, Jason Hummell, Kris Chapman, and Jason Sample started the band in early 2009 and played together for most of 5 years. In early 2014, they decided to add Mitch Adelman to the mix complementing their unique sound, and in 2019 Geoff Marenchin was added to complete the band. Many changes have accompanied their musical growth over the course of 10+ years including the addition of new instruments, percussion and more intricate harmonies, but one thing has never changed…the shows are fun and atmosphere is always filled with love!!

Need a reason to leave the family function? We can help you out! 

Come join us for a weekend at Sprague Farm on Nov 29th & 30th!

We’re teaming up with Brian & Minnie from Sprague Farm for their legendary 2024 ‘Man Up Day’ held every year on Black Friday! Then, we’ll be back at it again on Saturday!!

As usual, plan on lots of bonfires, chainsaw carving, food, live music, horseshoes, cornhole, and Big Rail beer for sale. More details coming soon.

Friday’s Schedule:
10am-9pm.
Live music w/ TBD from 6pm-9pm

Saturday’s Schedule:
Noon-9pm
Live music w/ Max Schang Trio of Blues from 6pm-9pm

Join us for DJ Trivia and $10 Novoty’s Pizza every Wednesday beginning Sept 25th at 7pm.

Pizza is ready at 5pm.

$1 off drafts till 7pm.

Our good buddy Seth Verba will be the host of our open mic nite.

ALL INQUIRIES email [email protected]

-Property open at 5pm.
-Sign up starts at 5:30
-Music 6pm-8pm
-NO DRUMSETS – Hand drums/percussion ok.
-No foul language or content. We love our family environment.

Andrew Bicsey is a guitarist, singer-songwriter from Pittsburgh, PA. After starting his musical journey by studying nylon string guitar under Jim Relja and later with Ken Karsh at Duquesne University, Andrew quickly grew his knack for solo work and improvisation. Instructing guitar lessons since 2006, Andrew brings a deep understanding of his instrument to the table, being able to understand what music your special moment needs and leaving patrons musically fulfilled yet wanting more. In addition to his solo work, he performs with two other wedding/event bands: The Company Band and Bachelor Boys. He has also performed with the likes of Randall Troy, Alli Gillis, Larry Lee Jones, Jill West and most notably Margot Bingham of Boardwalk Empire fame.

Our good buddy Seth Verba will be the host of our open mic nite.

ALL INQUIRIES email [email protected]

-Property open at 5pm.
-Sign up starts at 5:30
-Music 6pm-8pm
-NO DRUMSETS – Hand drums/percussion ok.
-No foul language or content. We love our family environment.