Lisa Loeb, Sister Hazel join 2024 Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival lineup

Grammy® award-winning singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb started her career with the platinum-selling Number 1 hit song “Stay (I Missed You)” from the film Reality Bites. A trailblazing independent artist, Lisa was the first pop musician to have a Number 1 single while not signed to a recording contract. Lisa continues to craft irresistible pop songs for the 21st century, while designing eyewear, writing children’s books, and supporting non-profit causes. Lisa’s recent television appearances include John Oliver’s “Last Week Tonight,” “Orange Is the New Black,” “About a Boy,” “Hot Tub Time Machine 2,” “King of the Nerds,” “AP Bio,” as well as Sprout’s “Sunny Side Up Show.”

Originating from Gainesville, FL, Sister Hazel is comprised of five gifted, seasoned musicians whose well-spring of natural talent has been called "one of the Top 100 Most Influential Independent Performers of the last 15 years" by Performing Songwriter Magazine. Their song "All for You" topped the adult alternative charts during the summer of 1997 and the success propelled their album to platinum status. Since then, the band has become firmly established not only in rock and alternative music, but now in country with four back-to-back Billboard Top Country ​Album ​C​hart entries. Living up to their fan-centered reputation, the band was a pioneer in the themed cruise industry by co-founding "The Rock Boat" and annually hosts events like the “Hazelnut Hang” and "Camp Hazelnut" that focus on creating unique experiences and interacting with the fans. In addition to the events and touring, the band also gives back with “Lyrics For Life.” Founded by singer Ken Block, the charity unites musicians and celebrities for concerts and auctions to benefit cancer research and patient-care charities.

Takiya Mason is an artist, songwriter, musician and visionary - a musical purist set to carve a new path and reintroduce a directive of love and peace through her music. She’s a North Carolina native who has been living out her dreams since the early days of singing in her uncle's church choir. She moved to Atlanta to take a chance on her musical dreams and was quickly rewarded with a publishing deal from Warner Chappell Music Group. Since then, Takiya has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Keri Hilson, Jhene Aiko, Keith Sweat, Mya, and more. She has shared the stage with even more amazing talent such as Third Day, Israel Houghton and Jonelle Monae singing to thousands. She followed up those successes with her own EP, Seed Of A Sunflower Dream, as well as some powerful standalone tracks like the alternative-reggae mix "Ray Of Light.".Takiya's powerhouse vocals will draw you in while performing live alongside her band, The Band Of Angels.

Hailing from Atlanta, Koyal is a captivating indie-rock band known for infusing energetic dark pop into their mesmerizing soundscapes. Their dynamic performances and evocative melodies invite listeners to explore a world where raw emotions and irresistible stories intertwine. Koyal’s stage presence is electric, drawing audiences into joyful mosh pits. Notably, in 2023, they sold out a headlining show at Atlanta’s iconic venue The Masquerade, and also completed their 12-date debut East Coast “Gravity Tour” to promote their dance-pop single, “Gravity.”

In addition to the music, this year’s festival brings back favorites such as the Splash Artists’ Market, Kidz Zone, Pet World, Classic Car Show, and Food Trucks. The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom 5K will take place on Saturday, March 16. For more information about the Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival, visit www.BrookCherryFest.org, and Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @BrookCherryFest.

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