Devotion, decency and the DIY spirit: a history of the Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival
What began as an effort to throw on some shows for a few friends who would be in the area to play at South by Southwest led to the accidental formation of a formidable festival. Through the work of Bill Solleder, Shea Childs, Sonny Kay, Bobby Missile and countless volunteers, the Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival has been a cornerstone of the DIY scene in Hot Springs since its inception in 2005. In 2021, the festival moved outside to Cedar Glades Park.