On Thursday April 22, from 2-8 p.m. East Carolina University will hold the 31st annual Barefoot on the Mall spring festival. Barefoot represents the closing of the school year and the anticipation of the summer coming up. It is a long awaited event for many ECU students. The festival includes vendors, big prizes/contests, food, live music, and this year an outdoor showing of The Hangover. Past performers include John Mayer, Schwayze, Eric Hutchinson, and Jason Mraz. This year’s performers include upcoming R&B star Jason Derulo, and rock band Carolina Liar, and the winner of ECU’s Battle of the Bands, Mixed Solution.
Jason Derulo is a hot new artist who emerged later last year. His hits include In My Head, Whatcha Say, and Ridin’ Solo. Before recording, Derulo was a songwriter for artists including Diddy, Danity Kane, and Sean Kingston. The band Carolina Liar is best known for their hits “I’m Not Over” and “Show Me What I’m Looking For.” Recently they appeared on American Idol and Fox Sports commercials.
This year’s Barefoot on the Mall should be the best yet! From two hot performers to the vendors and the outdoor movie, the Student Activities Board is doing whatever they can to improve the festival significantly. For questions about the event please visit ECU.edu
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