90s alternative & grunge tribute band

FREE EVENT!!

LIVE MUSIC FEATURING BLEACH FUZZ – 90’S GRUNGE & ALTERNATIVE FAVORITES!

PLAN TO DRESS UP! CAMPFIRES! JACK-O-LANTERNS!

We’ll also have DJ Lone Ranger spinning vinyls.

Food Guest: Cousins Maine Lobster

ERIC BREWER & FRIENDS PRESENTS: THE BEATLES & PHISH TRIBUTE. (ONE SET OF THE BEATLES & ONE SET OF PHISH)

“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.

FREE EVENT!!
ERIC BREWER & FRIENDS PRESENTS: THE BEATLES & PHISH TRIBUTE. (ONE SET OF THE BEATLES & ONE SET OF PHISH)
PLAN TO DRESS UP! CAMPFIRES! JACK-O-LANTERNS!
Food Truck No Bull Concessions

Tommy Link is a Six Stringer Song Singer  (or an indie folk singer songwriter, if you prefer), born in Erie, PA and often found roaming the Great Lakes region.

A wordsmith at heart, Tommy works to bring his lyrics to life, from his head and heart to the pages and stages.

Recommended for fans of classic songwriters such as Jim Croce, Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Carole King, George Harrison and Billy Joel, as well as his more modern influences like Lake Street Dive, Michael Kiwanuka, Maggie Rogers, Leon Bridges and Mt. Joy.

“With an acoustic, ethereal sound that engages your ear and heartstrings, Tommy is one of those artists that makes it easy to just listen to what he’s saying and get drawn right in.”
– Nat Richmond, Erie Arts and Culture

“Tommy Link is a dyed-in-the-wool troubadour of the highest degree.”
– Nick Warren, Erie Reader

We’re excited to welcome back Clinton Clegg, frontman of The Commonheart. This is a free show.

A day of great local, original music!

1-1:45 – Matt Goodlin
2-2:45 – Matt Texter & The One Shots
3-3:45 – Noble Hops
4-4:45 – Jenifer Lynn Baker Band
5-5:45 – The Ragged Co.
6-6:45 – Dinnerbell Road
7-7:45 – Alyssa Hankey Band
8-8:45 – The Hawkeyes

Blues/rock guitarist Jeff Fetterman delivers the promise to keep the blues alive and well. Influenced by blues greats such as Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and BB King, he plays with a fiery passion that has earned him the nickname “Boss of the Blues”.

“Fetterman is literally unstoppable. The American guitarist and singer/songwriter confirmed once again, through his new album Southern Son, to be one of the most inspired, talented, and versatile blues/rock and funk artists of the current generation. Jeff Fetterman at his absolute best!” Gio Pilato Bluebird reviews

Born and raised in small-town America in Bradford, PA, Jeff began his musical journey at age of 13. Decades later he has received numerous awards for his playing and writing.

Jeff has also received endorsements with Zemaitis guitars and Nicola brand strings. He has played with some of the greatest blues musicians in the business that include Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Ana Popovic, Joe Louis Walker, Jimmy Vaughan, Samantha Fish, Chris Duarte, Steven Stills, and, Robert Randolph.

For Jeff, the end of the road is nowhere near in sight as he continues to play and write music and tour.

“This-That & The Other Thing” has been entertaining western PA for the past thirteen years! With “This-That & The Other Thing” you get the best of all worlds; three lead vocalists, both male and female, super three part harmony, solid, danceable music and a compact three piece band that has the power to play outdoor festivals and at the same time fit in to small venues where space is at a premium. We also provide an “unplugged” acoustic version of the band for occasions that call for that. Michelle plays bass, Tony plays guitar, and Vince plays drums. Check out our extensive song list that is filled with an incredible variety of classic rock favorites, mostly from the 60’s and 70’s, but is also sprinkled with more contemporary hits as well as a few country favorites! You won’t find another band in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area that can perform the variety that we can.

Come help us celebrate 10 years of brewing where it all began!!

-Tap Take Over featuring some Big Rail Brewing favorites.
-We’re gonna brew a special batch at The Harmony Inn on Big Rail’s original brewhouse for release that day!
-Live Music
-Kitchen will be open!
-6-9pm

Formed in 2016, Smilo and the Ghost have been delivering hard-driving, old-time influenced folk-rock to crowds around the Northeast. Their debut album, Ghost Writers, was voted one of the “Top Three Albums of 2018” by the Erie Reader. Since then, Smilo and the Ghost have opened for national acts like Grammy Award Winning country duo Dan + Shay and alt-rock legends 10,000 Maniacs. 

The band’s recording and performing personnel have included a “who’s who” of regional talent, currently condensed down to the core lineup: 

Tyler Smilo – Guitar, Vocals

Adam McKillip – Mandolin, Vocals 

Jassen Wilber – Bass Guitar

Dominick DeCecco- Banjo, Vocals

Smilo’s emotionally charged lyrics and vocals are backed up by the virtuosity of Wilber (who has toured the world with American blues guitarist Bernard Allison) and McKillip. Their setlist moves between gritty, hard-luck foot stompers like “Nothing’s Changed” and “Big Guns” to triumphant ballads like “Save Me” and “There’s Nothing Left.” All of which are highlights of Smilo & the Ghost live shows. The band’s songs share Americana country/rock DNA with Trampled by Turtles, Dawes, and Ryan Bingham, while maintaining a voice all their own. The recent addition of DeCecco on banjo has allowed for a deeper exploration of the band’s bluegrass and country chops. These old-timey roots are on full display in their  highly-anticipated album, Fingers Crossed and Godspeed, which has been selected as one of Erie Reader’s “Top Three Albums of 2021.”  The band isn’t sitting still, though, also recording a live album in early 2022. Smilo and the Ghost combine songs meant for singing and dancing with charismatic, high-energy performing on stage. They’re as comfortable on the main stage as they are in the corner of a local bar and shouldn’t be missed at either venue.

Come join us for Man Up Day at Sprague Farm on November 28th from 12-8pm!

We’re teaming up with Brian & Minnie from Sprague Farm for their legendary 2025 ‘Man Up Day’ held every year on Black Friday!

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

Friday’s Schedule:
12pm-8pm
*Live music w/ Rick McGee & The Roadhouse Rockers w/ guest Scott Silvis
*Dinor Food Truck

Bill Deasy and Dave Brown, the founding duo behind the beloved folk-rock band The Gathering Field, bring their signature blend of heartfelt songwriting and masterful musicianship to Big Rail Brewing April 4th. As the band’s lead singer and songwriter, Bill Deasy has captivated audiences with his evocative lyrics and soulful voice, while Dave Brown, the band’s lead guitarist, has shaped their sound with his dynamic, expressive playing. Together, they strip their songs down to their essence, delivering an intimate and powerful performance that showcases the deep musical chemistry that started it all. Whether revisiting Gathering Field classics or sharing new material, Bill and Dave create a night of music that resonates long after the final note.

“Sky, Dj turned drummer, turned songwriter, spent the last 8 years of his music career through the sonic lens of his first and only band(thus far), The Roof.

With that project on hiatus, he seeks to branch out and explore hues that feel like a painting of a handshake between Folk roots, poetic grit, hip-hop confessionalism, and back-porch spirituality.

Drawing on influences like Neil Young, Tyler Childers, Mac Miller, and Tom Petty, he builds songs that move from confession to celebration and shoots them straight into the Great Wide Open.”

For anyone following Madison Hughes’ fast-rising career, it’s her signature sultry,
smoky tone that rst pulls you in. Millions of fans have connected with her
storytelling voice—one that “grabs ya by the soul” and “feels like home.” A self-proclaimed late bloomer, Madison didn’t step into the spotlight until her time on
The Voice.
Inspired by ’70s folk-rock and modern Americana, her sound is raw, evocative,
and timeless—her voice making you feel every lyric like it’s being sung just for
you. Even Billboard Magazine took notice, calling her “immensely talented” and
“on a star-making trajectory.”
Despite her rising pro le, Madison remains grounded—warm, sincere, and as
genuine as they come. Whether sharing her own stories or breathing new life
into old favorites, she’s the kind of artist who leaves a lasting impression.
With her new EP Desperate Man arriving November 7, 2025, Madison continues
to prove what her fans already know: she isn’t just an artist to watch—she’s one
to remember.