The Gathering of the Vibes has announced its Friday night headliner. The Black Crowes will make their debut appearance at the Vibes on August 1. This rare festival performance places the Crowes on a bill that already includes: Phil Lesh and Friends, Sam Bush Band, Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi’s Soul Stew Revival, The Neville Brothers, Porter Batiste Stoltz, Assembly of Dust, Dark Star Orchestra, Deep Banana Blackout, Donna Jean & The Tricksters, Jackie Greene Band, New Riders of the Purple Sage, Strangefolk, Ryan Montbleau Band and Zappa Plays Zappa. The Gathering of the Vibes will return to Bridgeport, CTs Seaside Park from July 31-August 3.