Labor Day is almost here. In Seattle, that means Bumbershoot.

The local music festival has been around for more than 50 years.

Crowds love the mix of local bands in the lineup.

KEXP music journalist Martin Douglas gives us a rundown.

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Labor Day is almost here. In Seattle, that means Bumbershoot.
The local music festival has been around for more than 50 years.
Crowds love the mix of local bands in the lineup.
KEXP music journalist Martin Douglas gives us a rundown.
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Labor Day is almost here. In Seattle, that means Bumbershoot.  The local music festival has been around for more than 50 years.  Crowds love the mix of local bands in the lineup.  KEXP music journalist Martin Douglas gives us a rundown.