Writing About Creativity, Music, Self-Doubt, and the Path Forward

Dave Hill Jr. 6/17/26 Dave Hill Jr. 6/17/26

Haystack Grew Up: Two Cities, One Big Year for This Little Festival

Last summer, a brand new festival launched in North Bend with one ambitious idea: fill a small town with live music across 17 venues in a single night. It worked. So this year, Haystack is growing. In 2026, there are two festivals, two cities, and a whole lot more hope.

Dave Hill Jr. 7/9/25 Dave Hill Jr. 7/9/25

What Music (and Friendship) Taught Me About Building Community

A radio interview with KBCS about Haystack Music Festival, musical friendship, and why building community through music matters more than ever.