Detroit Proud Playlist: Week of 11/10 - Special 'FestivALE' Edition!

The Metro Detroit city of Ferndale is always on the up and up when it comes to the latest and greatest trends in music and festivals – in fact, many of our favorite local bands are from Ferndale. From the DIY Street Art Fair to the Pig and Whiskey Festival, Ferndale is on top of it...always with the best in local music, too.

Back for their second year, One-Eyed Betty's in Ferndale is presenting the FestivALE, which is a 12-hour street-party in downtown Ferndale celebrating the best of Michigan Breweries, Belgian Christmas Beers, cold-weather comfort food from local vendors, and of course, live music from the best Americana bands from around town.

The festival started as a holiday celebration highlighting the release of special Christmas beers in local Michigan Breweries and now has quickly become one of the season's hottest events. It all takes place November 22 at 12pm, in a giant heated tent over the parking lot east of One-Eyed Betty's on Troy Street in downtown Ferndale. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door, and tickets include admission to the festival, a commemorative cup, and 3 food and drink tokens.

To get the party started early, we thought we'd dedicate this week's playlist to the five local Americana bands that will be performing at this year's FestivALE…

Check them out!

The Ragbirds

-    "Brave New Beat"
-    "Good"
Started in Ann Arbor, The Ragbirds have quickly made a name for themselves – having played shows in over 45 states at the rate of 150+ shows per year! They're led by an energetic, spunky front woman (and multi-instrumentalist), Erin Zindle, and they utilize an arsenal of instruments from around the world, creating a fusion of folk rock and danceable pop. Check them out here!

The Crane Wives

-    "Counting Sheep"
-    "Easier"
The Crane Wives possess a contagious live energy while on stage that breathes originality. The "home-grown" indie-folk band use three-part vocal harmonies and electric instrumentation that creates a unique, organic sound. Check them out here!

Ryan Dillaha and the Miracle Men

-    "Under The Gun"
-    "Whiskey Blind"
They call themselves "Detroit Americana" with their soulful folk rock and roll sound, but one thing that is for certain, their music will get you moving. Ryan Dillaha and the Miracle Men play a positive, upbeat folk rock, and they've already captured the hearts of many. Check them out here!

The Accidentals

-    "The Silence"
-    "Ghost of a Lie"
Led by the multi-instrumentalist duo Katie Larson and Savannah Buist, The Accidentals have already made a name for themselves with clever lyrics and beautiful melodies. Their sound is folk rock, but with a biting edge to it. Check them out here!

Escaping Pavement

-    "Winter Homecoming"
-    "Drive Me to Sadness"
A true Americana folk band, Emily Burns and Aaron Markovitz met one night at an open mic, and since then, have been inseparable. They both shared a passion for roots music and classic rock and roll, and it wasn't long after meeting that they got the band together. Check them out here!

There's your inside scoop on the upcoming FestivALE festival in downtown Ferndale. Find more information here!