The Rustics are a high energy and family-friendly acoustic trio that plays fun and familiar Americana and juke joint blues. The band consists of Tom Bisson on rhythm guitar and lead vocals, Bob Devins on lead guitar, and Ed Dale on stand-up bass. Tom is also a singer-songwriter who plays solo gigs in the area. Bob is well-known in the Burlington blues community and Ed has played in a variety of bands throughout New England. 

2024 City Hall Park programming is underwritten by the Pomerleau Family Foundation and the WaterWheel Foundation. Media sponsor, Seven Days. BTV Market has support from Lake Champlain Chocolates and The Friendly Toast.