Musikfest Performer in Recovery – Judah Kim (unplugged)

Judah Kim is not special-at least not in his pain or his problems. It’s one of many lessons he’s learned over a decade of sobriety. This liberating notion has been the key to unlocking his artistic vulnerability. Kim, a proud Korean American from Philadelphia Pa, shares his inner world with the hope that others feel […]

Musikfest Performer in Recovery – JL Duo

Jackie Miller and Les Reisz have spent a decade perfecting a musical chemistry that is as enduring as it is captivating. Les is a seasoned veteran of the stage with more than 40 years of experience. As a master of fingerstyle guitar and a private guitar teacher, his technical skill is matched by his history […]

Musikfest Performer in Recovery – KOSER

Philadelphia’s award-winning KOSER is a five-piece alternative rock spectacle fronted by powerhouse vocalist Kara Koser, recognized from NBC’s The Voice. Dubbed “galactic glitter grunge,” the band delivers gritty guitars, soulful vocals, cinematic storytelling, and electrifying improvisation. Since forming in 2022, KOSER has earned festival wins and regional acclaim, opened NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest On The […]

Musikfest Performer in Recovery – Lilly Hiatt

The last few years have been a little hazy for Lilly Hiatt, who finds herself searching for answers on her striking new album, Forever. Recorded at home with her husband, Coley Hinson who produced and played most of the instruments, Forever grapples with growth and change, escape and anxiety, self-loathing and self-love. The songs are […]

Musikfest Performer in Recovery – Andy Thomas

Andy Thomas has worked his way up the ranks as an electrifying guitarist across the United States and abroad, whether it’s fronting his own wild-n-out project The Trongone Band or being the six-string rocket fuel for the melodic muscle car that is acclaimed Americana act Yarn. Produced by fellow Virginia native and longtime friend Dave […]

Musikfest Performer in Recovery – Nicole Atkins

Nicole Atkins (identifies as a person in recovery) is a singer-songwriter who Bruce Springsteen once said possesses “a truly singular voice.” Think Roy Orbison’s “Cryin’ if he were a  woman. The orchestral sweep of the wall of sound, the bleak vision of Nick Cave and Leonard Cohen; the darkly mysterious girl group-on-acid musings of Julee […]

Musikfest Performer in Recovery – The Arc of Sound with John Muraco

John Muraco believes that everyone possesses unique inner resources for healing, growth, and reconnecting with life. He also recognizes that stress, challenges, and change are inevitable parts of the human experience. Through The Arc of Sound and the therapeutic approaches he incorporates, John helps participants access these inner strengths while discovering healthy ways to navigate […]

Volunteer at SoberPlatz!

SoberPlatz, presented by Northampton County Council and in partnership with Sync Recovery Community and ArtsQuest, returns for its second year at Musikfest 2026. This inclusive, alcohol-free space is free and located on the SouthSide of Musikfest at the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks, next to AmericaPlatz and the FlyWheel. The 43rd Musikfest is scheduled for July 31 […]

Path to SoberPlatz: JL Duo – Live!

SoberPlatz returns to Musikfest for its second year in partnership with ArtsQuest. This inclusive, alcohol-free space will once again offer a welcoming place to relax, connect, and recharge during the festival. Located on Musikfest’s SouthSide at the SteelStacks campus beside AmericaPlatz and the FlyWheel, SoberPlatz is free and open to everyone. Pull up a chair, […]

Path to SoberPlatz: KOSER – Live!

SoberPlatz returns to Musikfest for its second year in partnership with ArtsQuest. This inclusive, alcohol-free space will once again offer a welcoming place to relax, connect, and recharge during the festival. Located on Musikfest’s SouthSide at the SteelStacks campus beside AmericaPlatz and the FlyWheel, SoberPlatz is free and open to everyone. Pull up a chair, […]