LOCUST — The third installment in the 2024 Locust Summer Concert Series will arrive this weekend as the Cat5 Band takes the stage at the Locust City Hall Backyard.
Formed in 2019 and based out of Ruffin, NC, Cat5 is a variety act that performs beach music, country, yacht rock, classic rock, along with a selection of originals.
The event is set for Saturday night from 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. with a short break for the band in between sets. Each performance in Locust’s concert series features several food trucks, craft and business vendors, as well as free activities for children.
“Come hang out with us this Saturday for an evening of fun and entertainment featuring Cat5,” the City of Locust announced. “We’ll be kicking things off at 6 p.m., and we’ve got an awesome lineup of music, delicious food and drink vendors, unique artisan crafts, bounce houses, and even a rock climbing wall!”
This year’s Locust Summer Concert Series began on June 15 with the Zac Kellum Band and was scheduled to continue with Poison’Us/Kings of Noise on Aug. 10, although the latter show was canceled and rescheduled to 2025.
Next up, the Chunky Daddy Band will perform on Sept. 21, leading to a post-show fireworks display to close out the event series.
Cat5’s upcoming performance in Locust will showcase a group that took home the Horizon Award at the 2019 Carolina Beach Music Awards. Through the years, the band has also been honored by the CBMA in the categories for Songwriter of the Year, Instrumentalist of the Year, and Male Vocalist of the Year.
In May, the band announced that it was under new management with a new lineup.
“The Cat5 Band proudly announces new ownership, band name, and members to the lineup,” the group stated in a press release. “This lineup of extraordinary artists and talent will be electrifying and will captivate audiences around the world…Cat5 Band Inc. is also proud to announce that Live365 Entertainment LLC owned by Dwayne and Robin Porter will be taking over all management responsibilities for the band. This collaboration marks an exciting new chapter for Cat5, ensuring enhanced opportunities and experiences for fans worldwide.”
Cat5’s recently-revised band lineup now consists of lead vocalist Tim Clark, guitarist Jerry West, keyboardist Tim Sidden, saxophonist Glen Tippett, bassist Allan Royal II, and drummer Corky McClellan.
The 2024 Locust Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Whitley Automotive, Rock Therapy, Buzzed Viking, Uwharrie Bank, and Stanly Community College, among others.