KahBang is an annual 9-day summer festival showcasing independent artists in music, art and film. The festival opens with the Art and Film exhibitions on the first weekend of August and runs throughout the following week with various KahBang @ NIGHT showcases and events ending with a 2-day multi-stage music festival. All the events take place throughout the historic downtown and waterfront of Bangor, Maine. During these nine days Bangor is transformed into one of the largest independent music art and film events in New England.

The festival was founded in 2009 by Tim Lo and Chas Bruns, featuring acts including Matt and Kim, Ra Ra Riot, Ida Maria, April Smith, Royal Bangs, The Gay Blades and The Killing Moon. KahBang exists to give the world of independent music, art and film a unique climate in which to showcase their work and gain exposure.

Over the past two years KahBang has worked relentlessly to curate an event that¹s ahead of the curve on culture and trends. Before wrapping each festival year, we¹ve already begun our search for next year¹s talent. Our event is built on the foundation of discovery for the participants and all parties involved.

The headliners for the 2010 Music Festival featured viral video icons OK Go, and hip hop artist B.o.B. The lineup also included performances by Bad Rabbits, Free Energy and Hey Marseilles, drawing over 7,000 people on the final day of performances.

KahBang Music Festival Lineup  2011 | 2010 | 2009