This year, Ted Leo and the Pharmacists will headline The Official 4Knots Music Festival Kick Off Show on July 9th at the South Street Seaport.

Presented by The Village Voice and Seaport Music Festival, the free show marks Leo’s return to the Pier 17 stage.

“We’re thrilled to announce that Ted Leo will launch the first 4Knots Music Festival Kick Off Show,” remarked Village Voice publisher Josh Fromson. “I truly can’t think of a better fit to welcome us to the Seaport.”

The Village Voice will launch the 4Knots Music Festival on Saturday July 16th at the South Street Seaport. The free festival is open to all ages, and will be held rain or shine.

The Black Angels along with Davila 666 and Oberhofer are the first confirmed bands for this year’s inaugural 4Knots Music Festival. More bands and DJ’s will be announced shortly.