James Scarlett

Join Finn from Delaire The Liar, Riley Breckenridge of Thrice, and James Scarlett, the mastermind behind the 2000 Trees Festival, as they dive into the festival's triumphant return. They share personal stories about their journeys, excitement over live performances, and the challenges of reuniting after the pandemic. The trio reflects on the vibrant community spirit and memorable moments from the festival, highlighting the importance of connection in music. Expect plenty of laughs and a celebration of creativity!

James Scarlett, the mastermind behind the 2000 Trees and ArcTanGent festivals, shares his journey as a festival booker. He discusses the thrill of reinvigorating festival culture post-pandemic and reveals behind-the-scenes secrets of organizing major events. Scarlett highlights crowd dynamics, from crowd surfing to quirky rider requests, while reflecting on lineup diversity and cancel culture. With anecdotes about favorite moments and his dream bookings, there's no shortage of laughs and insights into the vibrant festival community.