Photos from Radio 92.9’s Earthfest 2014

The Neon Trees headlined at this year’s Earthfest / Photo by Margaret Burdge

The DCR Hatch Shell kicked off its summer concert series this weekend with Radio 92.9’s 21st annual Earthfest. With an indie pop and alternative-heavy lineup this year, crowds turned out to enjoy the great weather and free music.

For two decades, Radio 92.9 has been putting on this incredibly popular and family-friendly show—for free, thanks to the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation and Whole Foods.

The day started with an amped-up performance from the Battle of the Bands winners, The Venetia Fair, followed by British alternative band Morning Parade. The performances continued when Smallpools brought their indie pop music, and The Wailers brought out huge crowds with rasta oldies. Headliners Neon Trees finished out the day to a screaming crowd. Kids Planet also had an interactive family-centric day on the kids stage, where performances ran from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

As opposed to the rain on Friday, the Hatch Shell’s traditional summer kick-off concert on Saturday was bathed in sunshine. Attendees used the hashtags #fantasticlineup and #greatweathergreatshow at the event to describe the day.

If you didn’t have a chance to see it or couldn’t see over the cheering fans in front of you, check out our photos from the day:

EarthFest 2014

Setting Up May Be the Hardest Part

The Venetia Fair setting up prior to the event.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

King of the Face

The lead singer of The Venetia Fair was eccentric, to say the least.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Drumming Away

The drummer set off the day on a high note by raising the energy at the event.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

The Venetia Fair

The Venetia Fair won Battle of the Bands to participate in the concert on Saturday.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

An Odd but Beautiful Fit

It was hard to imagine The Venetia Fair on the same stage that so much classic music has been played on, but they definitely got the crowd going.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Morning Parade

This British alternative band was well-received on Saturday.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Sunny Days

The lead singer of Morning Parade thanked the crowd for coming out and bringing the sun out with them.
Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

The Perfect Fit

Morning Parade was a great transition from The Venetia Fair to Smallpools.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

New-y but Good-y

The one-year anniversary of Smallpools' song first major song "Hitting the Planet" was last Friday.
Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Smallpools

"If you're familiar with us, you'll know that we just powered through about half our songs," the lead singer joked.
Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

A Fan Favorite

Though relatively new, Smallpools was one of the bands that many visitors reported that they were coming to see.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Band Appreciation

The Smallpools drummer avidly watched The Wailers' performance after his own.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

The Wailers

Bob Marley's inspiration was clear throughout The Wailers' performance.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Cutie Patootie

The youngest rasta sang along and fist-pounded to "Get Up Stand Up."
Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Singing Along

Friends watched alongside as The Wailers performed.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

The Classics

The Wailers brought out some classics including "Could You Be Loved" and "Jammin,'" having the crowd sing along to "Don't Worry Be Happy."Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

One Love

During "One Love," the band asked the crowd to hold up one finger symbolizing equality and one love: music.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Peace and Love

The Wailers brought the best of reggae to the Hatch Shell this weekend.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Headliners

The Neon Trees used all parts of the stage.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Moving Up in the Charts

Neon Trees released their latest album, 'Pop Psychology,' last month.
Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Style and Sound

There's no question that the lead singer for Neon Trees won best dressed for the day.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Belt It Out

The Neon Trees lead singer was one of the most vibrant performers of the day.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Into the Crowd

The lead singer of Neon Trees descending off the stage and going right up to the crowd was clearly the highlight of the day.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Bright and Shiny

The band lived up to their name with their set and attire.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Kids' Planet

The Kids Stage featured Steve Elci and Friends, Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys, among others.
Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

More Than Just Music

The Hatch Shell Lawn wasn't the only fun sight at the event, as various vendors were selling and giving away items.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge

Going Green

Old cell phones were flying at the MetroPCS booth where visitors tried to toss used electronics.Photo by Margaret Burdge

Photo by Margaret Burdge