DETROIT – (July 12, 2010) – Get ready to rock the ‘D’ this summer with Andiamo Detroit Riverfront and Detroit’s Classic Rock Station 94.7 WCSX-FM as they kick off the 2010 Rockin’ on the Riverfront summer concert series on Friday, July 16. This is the fifth year for the concert series.
This year’s concerts will feature four bands from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on select Fridays during the summer.
Dave Mason will kick off the series on July 16. A seasoned musician, Mason is a singer, songwriter and guitarist, who found fame with the rock band, Traffic. Mason's best known singles include "Feelin' Alright", "Hole in My Shoe" and "We Just Disagree."
Other Rockin’ on the Riverfront performers include:
• July 30 – Blue Oyster Cult
• August 6 – Gregg Rolie
• August 13 – The Romantics
Additionally, opening bands include:
• July 16 – Standing Room Only
• July 30 – Solid State
• August 6 – Salem Witchcraft
• August 13 – Steve Kostan With The Eddie Leighton Project
“Detroit comes alive in the summer with Rockin’ on the Riverfront,”
Admission to the concerts is free and no advance tickets are necessary. Viewing space will be on a first-come, first-served basis and people are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. In addition, boaters on the Detroit River are invited to anchor near the riverfront and enjoy the view of the stage from the water.
Andiamo Detroit Riverfront will provide refreshment and food concessions at several locations on the plaza. Outside food, beverages or coolers will not be permitted. Andiamo Detroit Riverfront will accept dinner reservations before and after the concert and invite guests to take advantage of its outdoor patio overlooking the Detroit River.
Convenient parking is available for $5 per vehicle at the GM surface lot at the intersection of St. Antoine and Atwater, adjacent to the GM Renaissance Center.
For more information, call (313) 567-6700 or visit www.andiamoitalia.com/
