Jeff Martin with The Tea Party were just here last year. Though Jeff always puts on a good show. The solo show here a few years back to close out the season was one of my favorite Lockport shows so far.
The Tears for Fears show was also a nice surprise two years ago. I was not sure what to expect put they blew me away with their sound, stage presence and overall makeup of their set list.
Taylor Swift....hmmm, if we are talking country bands let's be realistic. Thompson Square, Eric Church, Sara Evans, Little Big Town. The one's you listed are not at the point in thier career where they would play a free show
54-40 is playing the Hard Rock series in the Falls this summer also. As for Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood or Lady A, I don't think the promoter or the sponsors can come up with enough money to get them here.
1) Last year only 1 out of 8 shows was one from a previous season of the 10yrs the series has been around. I thought last year was a great mix.
2) Past articles in the LUSJ have reported that the promoter does not see the same general appear (and thus concession money) from country acts. This is the reason they are rare (Gretchen Wilson was the last in 2010).
3) In the past few years we have seen bands coming through in a "Warmup" gig for their eventual tours (Tears for Fears, Tea Party, The Cult, etc)
4) Leaked information has become very few and far between since we started tracking the lineup ahead of the official announcement here in 2009. Waiting waiting....
So much for showing up early to get a front row spot since someone came up with the bright idea of giving the first 30 feet of space in front of the stage for the VIP's. OK now how do I get a VIP pass?
Artpark has a space in front of the stage, I assume that is where they came up with the idea. It makes sense to please the sponsors, they are the ones actually paying for the show and the VIP area next to the stage has few spots where you can see the show.
Country does not have broad appeal, it is polarizing, people either love it or hate it, plus the local country stations have a lock on promoting country acts. Gretchen Wilson was persona non grata with the industry because she started her own label and moved towards a harder rock sound. Because of the 90 days 90 miles rules (an unwritten rule in the industry prohibits different promoters from booking the same act within 90 days in the same market) Country acts will opt to play on triple bills at Darien Lake or the Taste of Country so they can curry favor with local radio stations. As for finding out who is playing, go to Pollstar, start looking at Detroit's summer concerts. It's a similar market and many acts book the NY market right before or after playing Detroit.
As long as there's a beer truck out there selling overpriced beer, you can have the Salvation Army Marching Band on stage and as long as it's free, people will show up.
I think I read that according to the contract they are obligated to let the city know the bands by 4/1 - I would hope the city wouldn't keep the info secret - so we all should know next week.
Maiden has way too big of a stage production to be set up on that truck/stage in the city center parking lot. Don't get me wrong, that would be interesting t see there. They are playing Darien Lake this summer but not sure of the date.
yeah, a Canadian show would be great...( partly because we do live so darn close to them)...I do agree, April Wine & Honeymoon Suite...Years ago they played Thursday at the square in Buffalo. So they probably toured together....
I hope they don't switch to Labatt's, Molson is much better. How about Flying Bison? And a good metal show would be awesome,let's bring in someone like Overkill or Metal Church, classic 80's thrash metal.
It might be a good idea to charge a small fee to get into the concert venue. I think it will keep alot of those teens that go in there for the purpose of causing trouble out of there. Besides, a good majority of them don't know the band on stage from the port-a-potties anyway.
We don't care who plays during the season, it's all good to us. We sit on our porch and listen to the music and drink our own beer and eat our own food that was purchased at a more reasonable price. Seems to be alot safer that way than going into the venue and dealing with a ton of idiots. It's only going to be a matter of time before someone gets seriously injured of killed in there.
County acts bring a HUGE crowd - just ask anyone who has been to Darien Lake to see any of the "Hell Raiser Tour" Acts like Toby Keith - they pack them in like sardines even in the pouring rain and they stay for the show cause its so much fun>>
Snoop Dog just did a show recently where they used a hollogram of Tupac on stage. with that kind of technology, the possibilities are endless. Maybee they can bring Elvis or Michael Jackson to Lockport now.
I really would like to see most of the acts be ones that we haven't seen before; although Big Sugar was AMAZING, I'm sure they're busy this year...Blue Rodeo or April Wine would be great-Canadian bands...
I called a psychic phone line today and they told me the headliners for this years season are going to be: The American Idol Tour, Adel, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, Carrie Underwood, The Jonas Brothers, and Hanson.
"Promoting local business" Four bars, Two pizza places, Three diners, A pseudo Italian restaurant, Walgreens and Rite Aid. You mean Lockport is the only place to go to get that.
Lockport has a captive audience of 15,000 people every Friday during the summer. I have stated multiple times previously that it is a lost opportunity to show investment and growth, show benefits of visiting the area and to promote incentives to actually live and invest hear. Just because the city fails to do so at this time should not lead us to give up that opportunity
l m f a o " Snoop Dog just did a show recently where they used a hollogram of Tupac on stage. with that kind of technology, the possibilities are endless. Maybee they can bring Elvis or Michael Jackson to Lockport now. "
YEAH MAN. Lockport suddenly got rich enough to afford HOLOGRAM PROJECTION TECHNOLOGY THAT DOESN'T EVEN EXIST!!1111 Research into what you're talking about more.
Also who the hell wants to listen to a recorded version of a singer to a picture of them moving... that's called a music video.
to Sammy from the 18th of april...and the Beach Boys...you are right....they are touring and have a concert at Darien Lake on something around the 18th or so of july..go to there web site to confirm....p.s..... it would have been awesome to get them to lockport....
More info...according to Songkick website...Huey lewis is playing Artpark on the 3rd of July...cross them off...and Peter frampton at Artpark on Aug 7th....way to go Paradowski asleep at the wheel.... as Artpark again has better shows for the second straight year....book the better bands sooner...if molson can't give you enough bank to score these bands....try Labbats...
According to the contract, the city is to know by April 1st who is playing here. So why don't they just announce it already. Most of the other venues announced their lineups. It's a concert schedule, not covert military operations. Shouldn't be a big secret.
Most of the bands listed for Artpark have already played here. If there was a year for Artpark to charge it would have been last year's stronger lineup.
I believe the city is to be informed of bands signed by April 1st. Lineups can still change and the promoter wants the announcement closer to the actual series to retain the buzz. I don't blame them. I also don't blame us for wanting to know sooner and enjoying trying to find out ahead of time.
I'd like to see the following...maybe not all this year but in the future...
Train Alex Band the Goo Goo dolls O.A.R. Bon Jovi Brian Adams Gavin DeGraw The Fray Josh Groban Lifehouse Van Halen Creed Keane Lady Antebellum Journey Gin Blossoms Sarah McLachlan Maroon 5 Nickelback Kelly Clarkson Daughtry Five for Fighting Phil Collins Santana U2 Collective Soul a Pink and Ozzy duo concert Joan Jett Pat Benatar KISS Bret Michaels Poison Stryper White Lion David Bowie Savage Garden (if they ever got back together) Oasis Melissa Etheridge Depeche Mode Blue Rodeo Uncle Kracker Coldplay
"the kiss band from Lockport would b fun to c them on a bigger stage". Get real, LOL! The concerts are for real mucicians, not a bunch of middle age men in cheesy costumes lip-syncing and pretending to be something they're not. Keep that crap for Halloween.
Lou Gramm lead singer from Foreigner. He was here few years back during Thursday at the Sqauare. He is "The Foreigner". He's the Voice!His brothers were part of his group now. But there is no "Foreigner group" like Lou Gramm!
June 29: Gov't Mule July 6: Eddie Money July 13: July 20: Big Wreck July 27: August 3: 54 40 August 10: George Thorogood and the Destroyers August 17: Kenny Wayne Shepherd August 24: Tea Party
who the heck is gov't mule? REALLY?????. And to the person that said thats a sad lineup. That lineup is the best lineup so far! Sorry our lady peace isnt coming back for the fifth time and you dont know good music. so sad!
Big Wreck....Who???? they are in the area but not confirmed at there web site...54-40...who??...unconfirmed at there web site...but in canada or the northeast around that date...George therogood....nice....in the area unconfirmed at his website...Kenny wayne shepard....again....no..no...no...in the area..unconfirmed on his website....tea party again.....no...unknown unconfirmed at there sight....to the promoter...this lineup... if it holds up...is the worst yet.....unless the open dates has .38 special....to bring it up to a okay level....otherwise...it is a waste of tax money to support a lackluster series....of bands....what happened to bands like Reo...1st year...Charlie Daniels...3rd season
very disappointing lineup if it holds up, but there is slim pickins after Artpark snatches up all the good classic rock. Big Wreck may not only be the best band on the list, their name describes the lineup! lol
To whoever said this is the best lineup so far are you kidding me? I know Molson is our sponsor,but how many canadian bands do we need? The Tea Party is good,but they just played here last year hopefully Jeff Martin doesn't blow out his voice this time! I agree with the July 20th show cuz this lineup is a Big Wreck.Hopefully we get a new promoter next year Kathy must go!
People need to shut up and just enjoy the music. Quit complaining about the lineup. ITS FREE!!!!!!!!!!! You people kill me. the promoter can never win. People have to find something to complain about! This lineup looks pretty good compared to other years, so just sit down, have a beer, shut up, and groove to the FREE music!
This was never meant to be a "classic rock" line up people...I'm in my 50s and I follow / listen to a few of these bands....open your minds get out of the 70s and quit bitching!
Where are the Big names in this lineup? George Thorogood has some big hits and maybe Eddie Money & The Tea Party besides that alot of people have never even heard of these bands.Lockport went cheap this year i would rather see Our lady Peace & Queensryche every year then have a lineup like this.Hopefully the last 2 spots are big names!
Actually a good lineup... Gov't Mule will be fantastic. Eddie Money was drunk as hell the last time he was here and it was entertaining. Big Wreck is going to be AMAZING and some of you will wonder where you've been without hearing these guys. 54-40 will be fun. How can you not like Thorohgood?? Kenny Wayne Shepherd is just fantastic live, saw him with Page and the Crowes in 2000, and Tea Party will be amazing as well... I see nothing wrong with this lineup unless you hate music or have a very small spectrum of music you listen to.
This lineup so far is not good. People saying "it's free so shut up!" who cares? So if a Village People cover band played for free it would be good? I'd have to start smoking pot to enjoy this music, much like their followers
It's free so I'm sure people are gonna show up anyway regardless of who is onstage. That very large group of teens that are way in the back by the port a johns kicking around that little rubber ball every year are probably not gonna miss a Friday evening.
This is why they emphasize every year to support the sponsors. They don't make any money from the cheapo's that go there and don't buy something to eat or drink. The less money the sponsors provide reflect on the entertainment provided. You think bands like REO, STYX, and Queensryche, Skynyrd, Pat Benatar or any other big name group are going to play for nothing?
Govt Mule is sweeeeeeeet. They'll get new fans from here for sure. If some of the negative Nancy's listen to em, they'll realize their better than half of their favorites. Big names? I watched The Who on the Super Bowl halftime show and it was one of the worst live performances ever. I'd rather listen to good music, than join some of the nostalgic geezers reminiscing about when their complaining skills were just getting weened.
I can't believe all the idiots on here saying that this is the worst lineup yet. LOL. You people need to realize it's not 1983 anymore and expand your horizons. If you knew anything about good music or were able to appreciate it you would realize that your going to be able to witness three great guitarist with Kenny Wayne, Gov't Mule, and George Thorogood. I know they play Eddie Money on 97 rock so I'm confused at all the complaining. Sorry it's not Queensryche...PUKE. You will also get the opportunity to hear two great vocalist in the Tea Party as well as Big Wreck. But even though Big Wreck could very well be the best show this year, They have only been around since the late nineties and just released a new album, so there probably to much of a new band for you. Stop complaining about FREE concerts.
Finger Eleven is playing a Free show outside of Hard Rock Cafe in Niagara Falls,NY August 11th it's posted on their website.This is who i wanted Lockport to get once again our promoter dropped the ball great job Kathy!
Isn't the promoter the owner of a "gentlemans" club in Buffalo, and also, was she on the Niagara County SPCA board of directors? If so, that should tell the rest of us something.
Just found this website, I'm from Canada and will be coming for more than half these shows with about 20 friends. Great lineup and everyone up here is more excited about Lockport than Artpark. Tea Party closing out will be sick and Big Wreck will be a treat for those that haven't heard them. Good job to the promoters for staying current.
I Guarantee there will be more trouble and more arrests this, year than any other year, because of these bands and who it will attract. I'm not knocking fans of these bands, but there will be a lot of out of control people
The promoter is probably catering to the Canadian crowd because they're the only ones stupid enough to come here and buy 5 dollar beers. Can't wait to watch the fights at lock 34 and watch the LPD actually work for their money on friday nights :)
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I would love to see Dan Baird (ex of Georgia Satellites) or Joan Jett.
ReplyDeleteI was told that Pat Benetar was one of the acts this year but I cannot confirm this.....I would love to see Huey Lewis and the News...
ReplyDeleteWhy not bring those guys from Livingston place who put on the "famous KISS concert" on Halloween yo do a show at the concert series.
ReplyDelete"to do a show" ^^^^^^^^
ReplyDeleteBring jeff martin back
ReplyDeleteMOTORHEAD
ReplyDeleteSo far, Kansas and Foreigner are playing artpark this year so that rules them out for Lockport.
ReplyDeleteJeff Martin is back with Tea Party. Would love to see that! They are always well-supported here.
ReplyDeleteCharlie Daniels Sept 4th @ Artpark so cross him off as a lockport hopefull.
ReplyDeleteiam thinking 38 SPECIAL
ReplyDeleteI wonder if Klear will be one of the openers again. Would be nice if they got another MC for the show too. Jim McGee from 97 rock sucks.
ReplyDeleteJeff Martin with The Tea Party were just here last year. Though Jeff always puts on a good show. The solo show here a few years back to close out the season was one of my favorite Lockport shows so far.
ReplyDeleteThe Tears for Fears show was also a nice surprise two years ago. I was not sure what to expect put they blew me away with their sound, stage presence and overall makeup of their set list.
How do you go about getting your band onto one of these shows? ..Even if it's just to be the dark/curtain opener.
ReplyDeleteAce fREHLEY FROM KISS WOULD BE GREAT. He has a great band Frehley's Comet.
ReplyDeleteIf they can't get Ace, they can always get those fake KISS guys from Livingston Place like a previous poster said, LOL.
ReplyDeleteobviously we have another radio dj who wants the gig... grow up
ReplyDeleteTom Bowerly @ WBEN
ReplyDeleteHow about all different bands... not repeats from years past!
ReplyDeleteI agree about having different bands. Our Lady Peace is playing the Hard Rock Series at the Falls this Summer so no Lockport for them :)
ReplyDeleteSteve Miller Band July 31 at Artpark
ReplyDeleteRumor has it that Mike Tucker was going to be headlining ALL the shows this season and Dave Ulrich will be opening for him.
ReplyDeletewhat about some country bands like rascal Flatts, Zac Brown Band, Carrie Underwood, Darius rucker, Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift, Lady A
ReplyDeleteTaylor Swift....hmmm, if we are talking country bands let's be realistic. Thompson Square, Eric Church, Sara Evans, Little Big Town. The one's you listed are not at the point in thier career where they would play a free show
ReplyDeleteMy early guesses included Train, Loverboy, George Thorogood, Rusted Root's return, Boston,The Romantics, 54-40
ReplyDelete54-40 is playing the Hard Rock series in the Falls this summer also. As for Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood or Lady A, I don't think the promoter or the sponsors can come up with enough money to get them here.
ReplyDelete1) Last year only 1 out of 8 shows was one from a previous season of the 10yrs the series has been around. I thought last year was a great mix.
ReplyDelete2) Past articles in the LUSJ have reported that the promoter does not see the same general appear (and thus concession money) from country acts. This is the reason they are rare (Gretchen Wilson was the last in 2010).
3) In the past few years we have seen bands coming through in a "Warmup" gig for their eventual tours (Tears for Fears, Tea Party, The Cult, etc)
4) Leaked information has become very few and far between since we started tracking the lineup ahead of the official announcement here in 2009. Waiting waiting....
BOB WIER. Don't dominate the rap jack
ReplyDeleteSo much for showing up early to get a front row spot since someone came up with the bright idea of giving the first 30 feet of space in front of the stage for the VIP's. OK now how do I get a VIP pass?
ReplyDeleteIt seems like it might be easier to get the missile launch codes from the President than to find out early whos going to be playing the series.
ReplyDeleteArtpark has a space in front of the stage, I assume that is where they came up with the idea. It makes sense to please the sponsors, they are the ones actually paying for the show and the VIP area next to the stage has few spots where you can see the show.
ReplyDeleteCountry does not have broad appeal, it is polarizing, people either love it or hate it, plus the local country stations have a lock on promoting country acts. Gretchen Wilson was persona non grata with the industry because she started her own label and moved towards a harder rock sound. Because of the 90 days 90 miles rules (an unwritten rule in the industry prohibits different promoters from booking the same act within 90 days in the same market) Country acts will opt to play on triple bills at Darien Lake or the Taste of Country so they can curry favor with local radio stations.
As for finding out who is playing, go to Pollstar, start looking at Detroit's summer concerts. It's a similar market and many acts book the NY market right before or after playing Detroit.
As long as there's a beer truck out there selling overpriced beer, you can have the Salvation Army Marching Band on stage and as long as it's free, people will show up.
ReplyDeletethought the moderator stated he was going to take personal attacks off site and keep this to music only.... HELLO?
ReplyDeleteThe Salvation Army Marching band is music, LOL.
ReplyDeleteI think I read that according to the contract they are obligated to let the city know the bands by 4/1 - I would hope the city wouldn't keep the info secret - so we all should know next week.
ReplyDeleteIt will most likely be kept secret by the powers that be untill the official city announcement sometime in late May.
ReplyDeleteGet ZOSO to lockport!!!!!
ReplyDeleteTestament, Anthrax, Slayer, and Motorhead on the same bill :)
ReplyDeletePat Benatar-not sure what date but heard that from a good source
ReplyDelete"It will most likely be kept secret by the powers that be untill the official city announcement sometime in late May."
ReplyDeleteSo it will be kept secret from 4/1 till late May!
I heard Priest and Maiden but it was my own voice that said it so it's not very reliable
ReplyDeleteMaiden has way too big of a stage production to be set up on that truck/stage in the city center parking lot. Don't get me wrong, that would be interesting t see there. They are playing Darien Lake this summer but not sure of the date.
ReplyDeleteIt probably isn't a secret for anybody doing under the desk duty at One Locks Plaza.
ReplyDeleteWouldn't mind seeing Dennis DeYoung (former STYX)again, I though his show was one of the most dynamic I've seen in Lockport
ReplyDeleteI agree. DDY does put on a great energetic show.
ReplyDeleteBjorn Again, the ABBA tribute group
ReplyDeleteI think hootie and the blow fish or sugar ray would be great and our lady peace should deff come back
ReplyDeleteI heard the molson concerts are done that somthing new is brewing
ReplyDeleteI hope its a hot pot of coffee :)
ReplyDeleteInstead of concerts they are going to focus on the arts. Possibly have a Mime Troupe or something similar.
ReplyDeleteMime Troupe? If you wanna see a bunch of silent clowns dancing around you can go to city hall anytime to see that.
ReplyDeleteQueensryche should play again! Love them!
ReplyDeleteHow about Uriah Heep?
ReplyDeleteThe new "brew" is Labatt's. Molson will no longer be the sponsor.
ReplyDeleteGet newer bands!
ReplyDeleteNo hootie and the blow fish! ^^^ Out with the old in with the new!!! Puddle of mudd was awesome last year!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteDaryl Hall from Hall and Oats....
ReplyDeleteLabatts is a better beer anyway :)
ReplyDeleteBlue lite lime, please.
ReplyDeleteThe Cult June 7 at the Harbor
ReplyDeleteI vote for Queensryche and Puddle of Mudd to return as well. Also like to see Jackyl
ReplyDeleteThe Cult sounded great when they played here in 2009. Though I recall the promoter saying a year later they lost money on that show.
ReplyDeleteWE REALLY WANT EDDY MONEY,OR HOW ABOUT A CANADIAN SHOW WITH APRIL WINE AND HONEYMOON SUITE.. MAYBE LOVERBOY...
ReplyDeleteyeah, a Canadian show would be great...( partly because we do live so darn close to them)...I do agree, April Wine & Honeymoon Suite...Years ago they played Thursday at the square in Buffalo. So they probably toured together....
ReplyDeleteRusted Root, Our Lady Peace, Jeff Martin/Tea Party, Queensryche, Eddie Money and 54-40 every concert season :)
ReplyDeleteApril Wine is in Niagara Falls, Ontario June 2
ReplyDeleteis brad paisley comeing to the canal concert series in may and what date
ReplyDeleteSophia Vergara
ReplyDeleteDj Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince
ReplyDeleteThe Monkeys. Oh nevermind, Davey Jones took the last train to clarksville.
ReplyDeleteTime for Blue Rodeo to come to town.
ReplyDeleteBrady Bunch or Partridge Family reunion tour would be awesome.
ReplyDeleteI hope they don't switch to Labatt's, Molson is much better. How about Flying Bison? And a good metal show would be awesome,let's bring in someone like Overkill or Metal Church, classic 80's thrash metal.
ReplyDeleteWhat about The Cars? The Tubes? There's still three "Knacks" left...
ReplyDeleteWe could use a good 'ol Canadian Irish bash with Great Big Sea, The Mahones, Enter the Haggis and The Town Pants! (But not necessarily in that order).
Or how about the original 3 pc. Corrosion of Conformity line up? They just released a new CD!!
ReplyDeleteOverkill puts on a very intense light show to go along with their music. That would be pretty cool to see here.
ReplyDeleteThe Rolling Stones are doing a 50 year anniversary tour this year, maybee they will show up.
ReplyDeletebig sugar would be awesome again
ReplyDeleteOverkill's song "welcome to the gutter" would be fitting for Lockport.
ReplyDeleteTesla is due.
ReplyDeleteIt might be a good idea to charge a small fee to get into the concert venue. I think it will keep alot of those teens that go in there for the purpose of causing trouble out of there. Besides, a good majority of them don't know the band on stage from the port-a-potties anyway.
ReplyDeleteWe don't care who plays during the season, it's all good to us. We sit on our porch and listen to the music and drink our own beer and eat our own food that was purchased at a more reasonable price. Seems to be alot safer that way than going into the venue and dealing with a ton of idiots. It's only going to be a matter of time before someone gets seriously injured of killed in there.
ReplyDeleterumor of pat benatar probly not true.she is on tour this summer with journey and loverboy.
ReplyDeletesure a matter of time...
ReplyDeleteits also a matter of time until Harrison is at full employment again....
Dumb dumb dumb who cares who comes get drunk won't remember who was playing anyways
ReplyDeleteTom Fogerty puts on a really great show - saw him a few years back... with dare we dream John Mellancamp. Now that would be awesome!!!
ReplyDeleteThe Beach Boys are on tour this Summer, maybee they will play Lockport.
ReplyDeleteGoo Goo Dolls
ReplyDeleteCounty acts bring a HUGE crowd - just ask anyone who has been to Darien Lake to see any of the "Hell Raiser Tour" Acts like Toby Keith - they pack them in like sardines even in the pouring rain and they stay for the show cause its so much fun>>
ReplyDeleteBeach boys are at darien lake.
ReplyDeleteall i hear is whos coming...lets move it to outwater park where we can sit and enjoy the shows with room to move around...
ReplyDeleteThat's the most sensable post made so far^^^^^
ReplyDeleteTotally agree!
ReplyDeleteHow about a hip hop or rap concert?
ReplyDelete1) Outwater reduces the promoted side benefit of introducing people to the City of Lockport and promoting local business.
ReplyDeleteIt would also be harder to clean up after and maintain the fields plus less parking and harder to secure.
Besides, rock shows are for standing....
2) As for country, the promoter themselves said they have a hard time breaking even on country shows, for what ever reasons.
How about some blues Artist!
ReplyDeleteOnly problem with blues or hip hop/rap... no one would show up.
ReplyDeleteSnoop Dog just did a show recently where they used a hollogram of Tupac on stage. with that kind of technology, the possibilities are endless. Maybee they can bring Elvis or Michael Jackson to Lockport now.
ReplyDeleteIt's also a matter of time before the Bill's win the superbowl.
ReplyDeleteWarren Haynes!
ReplyDeleteI really would like to see most of the acts be ones that we haven't seen before; although Big Sugar was AMAZING, I'm sure they're busy this year...Blue Rodeo or April Wine would be great-Canadian bands...
ReplyDeleteAaron Lewis acoustic.
ReplyDeleteSam Roberts Band is playing Toronto Thursday July 26th....Hmmm
ReplyDeleteWu-Tang Clan. Cash Rules Everything Around Me
ReplyDeleteThe Go Go's
ReplyDeleteHall & Oates!!!
ReplyDeleteI secant Warren Haynes
ReplyDeleteI called a psychic phone line today and they told me the headliners for this years season are going to be: The American Idol Tour, Adel, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, Carrie Underwood, The Jonas Brothers, and Hanson.
ReplyDelete"Promoting local business" Four bars, Two pizza places, Three diners, A pseudo Italian restaurant, Walgreens and Rite Aid. You mean Lockport is the only place to go to get that.
ReplyDeleteLockport has a captive audience of 15,000 people every Friday during the summer. I have stated multiple times previously that it is a lost opportunity to show investment and growth, show benefits of visiting the area and to promote incentives to actually live and invest hear. Just because the city fails to do so at this time should not lead us to give up that opportunity
ReplyDeleteBon iver or walk off the earth, please!
ReplyDeletel m f a o " Snoop Dog just did a show recently where they used a hollogram of Tupac on stage. with that kind of technology, the possibilities are endless. Maybee they can bring Elvis or Michael Jackson to Lockport now.
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YEAH MAN. Lockport suddenly got rich enough to afford HOLOGRAM PROJECTION TECHNOLOGY THAT DOESN'T EVEN EXIST!!1111 Research into what you're talking about more.
Also who the hell wants to listen to a recorded version of a singer to a picture of them moving... that's called a music video.
http://www.youtube.com/
No need to thank me. Just kneel.
BIG SUGAR and TEA PARTY!!!!!!!! Enough said.
ReplyDeleteEddie Money is coming 6-27, per his own website.
ReplyDeleteEddie is July 6.
ReplyDeleteSomething big is brewing?
ReplyDeleteNew sponsor Tim Hortons?
thank you for the Eddie Money info
ReplyDeleteWarren Haynes! Warren Haynes! Warren Haynes! Warren Haynes!
ReplyDeleteto Sammy from the 18th of april...and the Beach Boys...you are right....they are touring and have a concert at Darien Lake on something around the 18th or so of july..go to there web site to confirm....p.s..... it would have been awesome to get them to lockport....
ReplyDeleteThe Band The Whiskey Reverb looks like it is opening for Eddie Money on the 6th...according to Jam Base,,,,
ReplyDeleteMore info...according to Songkick website...Huey lewis is playing Artpark on the 3rd of July...cross them off...and Peter frampton at Artpark on Aug 7th....way to go Paradowski asleep at the wheel.... as Artpark again has better shows for the second straight year....book the better bands sooner...if molson can't give you enough bank to score these bands....try Labbats...
ReplyDeleteCharlie Daniels, foreigner, and Kansas also @ Artpark this year.
ReplyDeleteAccording to the contract, the city is to know by April 1st who is playing here. So why don't they just announce it already. Most of the other venues announced their lineups. It's a concert schedule, not covert military operations. Shouldn't be a big secret.
ReplyDeleteMost of the bands listed for Artpark have already played here. If there was a year for Artpark to charge it would have been last year's stronger lineup.
ReplyDeleteI believe the city is to be informed of bands signed by April 1st. Lineups can still change and the promoter wants the announcement closer to the actual series to retain the buzz. I don't blame them. I also don't blame us for wanting to know sooner and enjoying trying to find out ahead of time.
Bruce Springsteen and the e street band babbbbby i know they selll out every where but just pay um and lets a get a showww
ReplyDeleteI'd like to see the following...maybe not all this year but in the future...
ReplyDeleteTrain
Alex Band
the Goo Goo dolls
O.A.R.
Bon Jovi
Brian Adams
Gavin DeGraw
The Fray
Josh Groban
Lifehouse
Van Halen
Creed
Keane
Lady Antebellum
Journey
Gin Blossoms
Sarah McLachlan
Maroon 5
Nickelback
Kelly Clarkson
Daughtry
Five for Fighting
Phil Collins
Santana
U2
Collective Soul
a Pink and Ozzy duo concert
Joan Jett
Pat Benatar
KISS
Bret Michaels
Poison
Stryper
White Lion
David Bowie
Savage Garden (if they ever got back together)
Oasis
Melissa Etheridge
Depeche Mode
Blue Rodeo
Uncle Kracker
Coldplay
Gene Simmons play a free show? Yea right!
ReplyDeleteU2? Hilarious. Tame your expectations grasshopper.
ReplyDeleteMotorhead/ Anthrax
ReplyDeleteTedeschi Trucks Band, Government Mule, Depeche Mode.
ReplyDeleteMetalica, Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Elton John.
ReplyDeleteHey, this is Lockport, we deserve the tops in the music industry. Let's set the bar high. How about Taylor Swift, Lady Ga Ga, or Beyoncee?
ReplyDeleteyea cathy its dee the kiss band from lockport is a fun show so consider it it would b fun to c them on a bigger stage
ReplyDeletehow about the cranberries they r now touring or stevie nicks or daughtry
ReplyDeleteGoverment mule coming to lockport.
ReplyDeleteStevie nicks coming to seneca niagara casino. Tix start at $85. Crazy!!
ReplyDeleteGeorge Thourogood confirmed.....will be on their web site by the weekend
ReplyDelete54-40 confirmed too........
ReplyDeleteGovt Mule too
ReplyDelete54-40 is not confirmed...go to there website...as of 5/1 we are not one of there tour dates...
ReplyDelete"the kiss band from Lockport would b fun to c them on a bigger stage". Get real, LOL! The concerts are for real mucicians, not a bunch of middle age men in cheesy costumes lip-syncing and pretending to be something they're not. Keep that crap for Halloween.
ReplyDeletemusicians^^^^^^^^^
ReplyDeleteRumor has it Canadian outfit Big Wreck will hit the stage on July 20.
ReplyDeleteWhy is the city still hiding the schedule? Weren't they supposed to have it weeks ago?
ReplyDeleteThe city does not release the schedule, the promoter does a few weeks before the start for reasons previously mentioned
ReplyDeleteLast time I seen the city did release the schedule. Lights, camera, action and MT was on the news in the UCC parking lot.
ReplyDeleteIf anyone cares enough do a freedom of info act on them, it's in their possession it should be public knowledge.
ReplyDeleteLMFAO, lets get homeland security involved!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteYES @ Artpark July 17
ReplyDeleteLou Gramm lead singer from Foreigner. He was here few years back during Thursday at the Sqauare. He is "The Foreigner". He's the Voice!His brothers were part of his group now. But there is no "Foreigner group" like Lou Gramm!
ReplyDeleteHow about "Air Supply", a Neil Diamond Tribute Artist, or Styx?
ReplyDeleteOh, I have one last suggestion, how about "Blue Oyster Cult?"
ReplyDeleteThe whole lockport lineup except for 2 bands is posted on www.wnyorker.com pretty sad lineup this year if it's true :(
ReplyDeleteWho the heck is Govt. Mule?
ReplyDeleteJune 29: Gov't Mule
ReplyDeleteJuly 6: Eddie Money
July 13:
July 20: Big Wreck
July 27:
August 3: 54 40
August 10: George Thorogood and the Destroyers
August 17: Kenny Wayne Shepherd
August 24: Tea Party
who the heck is gov't mule? REALLY?????. And to the person that said thats a sad lineup. That lineup is the best lineup so far! Sorry our lady peace isnt coming back for the fifth time and you dont know good music. so sad!
ReplyDeleteActually OLP is rumored to be the July 13 show...
ReplyDeleteI added the rumors to keep things interesting. WNYer may have obtained word of the city's April 1st list.
ReplyDeleteWell see as it moves forward. Official announcement is most likely less than 3 weeks away.
Saw gov't Mule once. Huge following (like Rusted root) though I got lost listening to the jam band style.
How about the meat puppets?
ReplyDeleteYea really, who the heck is gov't mule?
ReplyDeleteI guess the promoter wanted to make sure that no non-Lockport citizens show up this year.
ReplyDeleteThat's because the non-Lockport residents are dumb enough to spend 5 bucks on a beer.
ReplyDeletefalse lineup...how can Our Lady Peace be playing here on the 13th of july when they are playing in Ottawa that night..according to there web site...
ReplyDeleteGovt mule..who....not confirmed at there web site..they are in the area...that day is the only night possible as they leave for England in july...
ReplyDeleteBig Wreck....Who???? they are in the area but not confirmed at there web site...54-40...who??...unconfirmed at there web site...but in canada or the northeast around that date...George therogood....nice....in the area unconfirmed at his website...Kenny wayne shepard....again....no..no...no...in the area..unconfirmed on his website....tea party again.....no...unknown unconfirmed at there sight....to the promoter...this lineup... if it holds up...is the worst yet.....unless the open dates has .38 special....to bring it up to a okay level....otherwise...it is a waste of tax money to support a lackluster series....of bands....what happened to bands like Reo...1st year...Charlie Daniels...3rd season
ReplyDeletevery disappointing lineup if it holds up, but there is slim pickins after Artpark snatches up all the good classic rock.
ReplyDeleteBig Wreck may not only be the best band on the list, their name describes the lineup! lol
That lineup looks more like someones wishlist.
ReplyDeleteWhy not see if Burton Cummings would come back. I thought his last year's show was the best I've seen in Lockport ever.
ReplyDeleteTo whoever said this is the best lineup so far are you kidding me? I know Molson is our sponsor,but how many canadian bands do we need? The Tea Party is good,but they just played here last year hopefully Jeff Martin doesn't blow out his voice this time! I agree with the July 20th show cuz this lineup is a Big Wreck.Hopefully we get a new promoter next year Kathy must go!
ReplyDeleteGreat bands if you actually like music.
ReplyDeleteThat's because the Canadians are dumb enough to come over here and spend 5 dollars for a beer.
ReplyDeletePeople need to shut up and just enjoy the music. Quit complaining about the lineup. ITS FREE!!!!!!!!!!! You people kill me. the promoter can never win. People have to find something to complain about! This lineup looks pretty good compared to other years, so just sit down, have a beer, shut up, and groove to the FREE music!
ReplyDeleteThis was never meant to be a "classic rock" line up people...I'm in my 50s and I follow / listen to a few of these bands....open your minds get out of the 70s and quit bitching!
ReplyDeleteYou get what you pay for :)
ReplyDeleteThat's why WNY will never progress and grow with the rest of the country. MOST of the people here, their minds are still stuck in the 1970's and 80's.
ReplyDeleteSorry, all of our FM/8-track tuner knobs have broken off at 96.9 ;)
ReplyDeleteHa Ha Ha
ReplyDeleteWhere are the Big names in this lineup? George Thorogood has some big hits and maybe Eddie Money & The Tea Party besides that alot of people have never even heard of these bands.Lockport went cheap this year i would rather see Our lady Peace & Queensryche every year then have a lineup like this.Hopefully the last 2 spots are big names!
ReplyDeleteGovt. Mule and EddieMoney are listedunder 2011 but isn't that 2012?
ReplyDeleteyup, typo from copying over last years post.
ReplyDeleteGov't mule is a long standing Allman Brothers Band side project. Does this appease the 97 Rock crowd?
ReplyDeleteActually a good lineup... Gov't Mule will be fantastic. Eddie Money was drunk as hell the last time he was here and it was entertaining. Big Wreck is going to be AMAZING and some of you will wonder where you've been without hearing these guys. 54-40 will be fun. How can you not like Thorohgood?? Kenny Wayne Shepherd is just fantastic live, saw him with Page and the Crowes in 2000, and Tea Party will be amazing as well... I see nothing wrong with this lineup unless you hate music or have a very small spectrum of music you listen to.
ReplyDeleteThis lineup so far is not good. People saying "it's free so shut up!" who cares? So if a Village People cover band played for free it would be good? I'd have to start smoking pot to enjoy this music, much like their followers
ReplyDeletethis is the worst lineup of repeats this concert series could possibly have...shame on the promoter who cashes any type of check...
ReplyDeleteIt's free so I'm sure people are gonna show up anyway regardless of who is onstage. That very large group of teens that are way in the back by the port a johns kicking around that little rubber ball every year are probably not gonna miss a Friday evening.
ReplyDeleteIs that all there is?
ReplyDeletebetter lower ticket prices cause the bands so far suck come on keep up w the joness seriously
ReplyDeleteI like the possible line up.....to all the negative comments ...pretty simple don't go.
ReplyDeleteThis is why they emphasize every year to support the sponsors. They don't make any money from the cheapo's that go there and don't buy something to eat or drink. The less money the sponsors provide reflect on the entertainment provided. You think bands like REO, STYX, and Queensryche, Skynyrd, Pat Benatar or any other big name group are going to play for nothing?
ReplyDeleteGovt Mule is sweeeeeeeet. They'll get new fans from here for sure. If some of the negative Nancy's listen to em, they'll realize their better than half of their favorites. Big names? I watched The Who on the Super Bowl halftime show and it was one of the worst live performances ever. I'd rather listen to good music, than join some of the nostalgic geezers reminiscing about when their complaining skills were just getting weened.
ReplyDeleteI just heard Govt. Mule for the first time yesterday. Geat music. Should be a good show.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe all the idiots on here saying that this is the worst lineup yet. LOL. You people need to realize it's not 1983 anymore and expand your horizons. If you knew anything about good music or were able to appreciate it you would realize that your going to be able to witness three great guitarist with Kenny Wayne, Gov't Mule, and George Thorogood. I know they play Eddie Money on 97 rock so I'm confused at all the complaining. Sorry it's not Queensryche...PUKE. You will also get the opportunity to hear two great vocalist in the Tea Party as well as Big Wreck. But even though Big Wreck could very well be the best show this year, They have only been around since the late nineties and just released a new album, so there probably to much of a new band for you. Stop complaining about FREE concerts.
ReplyDeleteI guess some people expect to see bands like KISS, AC/DC, the Stones and Aerosmith to play a free show in Lockport. Like that will ever happen.
ReplyDeleteFinger Eleven is playing a Free show outside of Hard Rock Cafe in Niagara Falls,NY August 11th it's posted on their website.This is who i wanted Lockport to get once again our promoter dropped the ball great job Kathy!
ReplyDeleteIsn't the promoter the owner of a "gentlemans" club in Buffalo, and also, was she on the Niagara County SPCA board of directors? If so, that should tell the rest of us something.
ReplyDeleteJust found this website, I'm from Canada and will be coming for more than half these shows with about 20 friends. Great lineup and everyone up here is more excited about Lockport than Artpark. Tea Party closing out will be sick and Big Wreck will be a treat for those that haven't heard them. Good job to the promoters for staying current.
ReplyDeleteAnother reason for me not to go ^^^^^
ReplyDeleteSo much for Lockport being tourist friendly ^^^^^^
ReplyDeleteBig Wreck!!!! Whooooooooooooooooo!! Best news I've heard since they took the South block from Elmer.
ReplyDeleteI Guarantee there will be more trouble and more arrests this, year than any other year, because of these bands and who it will attract. I'm not knocking fans of these bands, but there will be a lot of out of control people
ReplyDeleteThe promoter is probably catering to the Canadian crowd because they're the only ones stupid enough to come here and buy 5 dollar beers. Can't wait to watch the fights at lock 34 and watch the LPD actually work for their money on friday nights :)
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