Mauldin Blues & Jazz Festival – Mauldin Cultural Center

The Scoop

Join us for a weekend of Blues & Jazz! This annual event features a variety of your favorite restaurants and food trucks, complete with live blues and jazz music. Sink your teeth into the tastiest food around, wash it down with cold beer and wine, and groove to some live blues and jazz bands!

WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 2026 | 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.

WHERE: Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater 101 East Butler Road Mauldin, SC 29662

THE LINEUP:

2026 MAIN STAGE:

4:00 – 4:30 | Absinthe Minded

5:00 – 5:30 | Alex Kramer

6:00 – 7:05 | Ping Rose

7:30 – 9:00 | Zach Person

2ND STAGE:

4:35 – 4:55 | Greenville Jazz Youth Ensemble

5:35 -5:55 | Greenville Jazz Youth Ensemble

7:10 – 7:25 | Greenville Jazz Youth Ensemble

A few notes to make your visit a smooth one:

Parking and entry are FREE.
Lawn chairs and/or blankets are welcome & encouraged
Outside food and beverages are prohibited, food and beverage vendors will be on-site
Attendees must be age 21+ to consume alcohol. An ID and wristband will be required (free)
Smoking is prohibited
Weapons are prohibited
Skateboards, scooters, hoverboards and bicycles are prohibited
Leashed dogs are allowed at this event

Volunteer with Us!

We are looking for volunteers to fill multiple roles in different time slots! Volunteer positions include Set Up, ID Check, and Tear Down. Volunteers will get a free event t-shirt and meal. Interested in volunteering at other events and shows at the Mauldin Cultural Center? Sign up for our volunteer e-blast!

The Lineup

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BLUES & JAZZ

Zach Person | 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Zach Person is an electrifying American recording artist and the fresh face of indie rock, renowned for his loud, raw sound and primal connection with fans. Armed with his iconic Gibson SG guitar, Person is redefining modern rock with a blend of high-energy anthems and infectious funk grooves that captivate audiences worldwide. SPIN Magazine heralds him as “bringing volume to the masses,” solidifying his reputation as a powerhouse in the contemporary music scene.

Zach Person is emerging as a dynamic talent, winning the prestigious Eddie’s Attic Bi-Annual Shootout—a distinction he shares with music legends like John Mayer and Tyler Childers. His career has since skyrocketed, thanks to his innovative approach to songwriting, exhilarating live performances, and unwavering dedication to his craft.

Person’s latest album, Let’s Get Loud, is a bold and unapologetic sonic diary of his mid-twenties. Produced by Nashville-based rocker Tyler Bryant, the record showcases Zach’s artistic evolution with an exhilarating mix of head-bobbing funk rhythms and blistering rock anthems. The album’s title reflects Zach’s personal and musical mantra: embracing life and music with unrelenting energy and authenticity.

Following the release of Let’s Get Loud, Zach lit up stages across the United States, Europe, and marquee events like Experience Hendrix, Austin City Limits, and Blues and Brews Fest. With his magnetic stage presence and genre-defying sound, Zach continues to push the boundaries of indie rock, building a devoted following of fans who are drawn to his raw talent and passion.

Whether shredding a guitar solo or delivering heartfelt lyrics, Zach Person is a force to be reckoned with, poised to become one of the defining voices of his generation.

Ping Rose | 6:00 – 7:05 p.m.

Ping Rose is a Memphis-based singer-guitarist blending blues, jazz, and alternative rock into a unique, story-driven sound. Influenced by Hendrix, George Benson, The Cure, and BB King, he’s known for both high-energy performances with The Anti-Heroes and intimate acoustic sets. His debut album Sketchbook earned praise, and his upcoming release, Conjure Man, explores improvisation and storytelling.

Alex Kramer | 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Alex Kramer was raised, like many Nashvillians, in a musical family. In 2007, Alex moved to yet another music mecca, Memphis, TN, after being awarded a full music scholarship to the University of Memphis. It was during this time that Kramer began his career full-time as a sideman guitarist. Following his appearance on MTV’s ‘Making His Band,’ he relocated to Los Angeles in 2009 and soon became one of the the most called-upon backing musicians in L.A.’s Pop, R&B, Hip Hop, and Gospel communities. In 2012, Alex founded his production company, AK Productions. He is currently based out of Nashville, producing and developing new projects, as well as touring as a guitarist for various artists, and performing regionally with his own band.

Alex’s endeavors as a guitarist and producer in the music industry have lead him to sharing the stage and studio with many world renowned artists, including Bo Bice, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Jason Derulo, Joey McIntyre, Kira Isabella, Brandy, Bobby Brown, Faith Evans, Tyrese, Wyclef Jean, Matt Giraud, Laura Bell Bundy, Kristy Lee Cook, Haley Reinhart, Casey Abrams, Jason Michael Carroll, Cassio Monroe, Tank, Kenny Lattimore, Jon B., Floetry, Christopher “Kid” Reid (Kid N Play), Shoshana Bean, Gospel legends Tye Tribbett, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Sheri Jones-Moffett, and Johnny B. Williams, as well as ministers Benny Hinn and Clarence E. McClendon. In addition, Kramer has worked with many high profile producers, including The Fliptones, JR Hutson, LT Hutton, and Scott Bomar. Alex has toured internationally as a guitarist and has played on records that have gained nominations for Grammys and Dove awards. He has performed on national television broadcasts including the ABC, CBS, FOX, MTV, VH1, BET, and TBN networks. He was featured prominently on MTV’s ‘Making His Band,’ where he tied for the top ranking position in the nation as a guitarist (out of more than 40,000 musicians that auditioned). Alex currently endorses Paul Reed Smith Guitars, Blueridge Guitars, VOX Amplification, KORG USA, Monocase, and D’Addario strings.

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Absinthe Minded |4:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Absinthe Minded swings it old school, performing speakeasy hits from the Prohibition era through the 1930s and bringing the excitement of the Roaring ’20s to every stage. The quintet features Dave Johnson on bass saxophone and clarinet, Greg Cordell on guitar, banjo, and trumpet, Dave Axthelm on trombone, Victor Jennings on washboard and percussion, and Kelly Sech on vocals, banjo-ukulele, and her 1922 sax. Together, they deliver toe-tapping set lists of fun, familiar tunes perfect for any event, transporting audiences back to the golden age of jazz.