9th Planet (Opening Act) - Combining the cosmic forces of explosive sound and mesmerizing lights, Minnesota based rock band 9thPlanet is rapidly rising to the forefront of the heavy rock scene. The band’s style is best described as aggressive rock, merging elements of intricate guitar work, clean vocals and screams, and thunderous rhythms that accentuate the talents of each band member. Composed of James Robinson (lead vocals), Josh Kulack (lead guitar/vocals), Dylan Bennett (rhythm guitar) and brothers Clay (drums) and Cole Ebertowski (bass/vocals), 9th Planet merges multiple complex elements to create a unique and exciting rock experience. Described as “one to watch for as rising stars on the hard rock scene” by 1013 Music Reviews, 9th Planet continues to attract fans from across the country. Their high-energy performance intensity and captivating stage presence coupled with a riveting laser/light production element delivers a cutting-edge show that complements a fresh and heavy-hitting rock sound while pushing the outer limits of modern rock music. - https://www.the9thplanetout.com/

Rochester Civic Music is pleased to present the 2022 - 30th Anniversary Season of the "Think Bank Down by the Riverside" FREE outdoor concert series. The series takes place over six Sundays in July and August (July 10 through August 14) in one of the most beautiful green spaces in the area, Mayo Park (behind the Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center) along the banks of the Zumbro River. This is an open-to-the-public City park, so lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers are welcome. On-site concessions, including mobile food vendors, will also be available. All events to feature local Southeastern Minnesota bands as opening acts starting at 7:00 p.m., with headliners taking the stage at 8:00 p.m.

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This summer will mark the 30th year the City of Rochester Music Department Rochester Civic Music has produced the popular outdoor concert series. Highlights over the last 30 years include performances from Eric Church, The Chicks, Josh Turner, Eric Paslay, Polica, Cloud Cult, The Revolution, Jefferson Starship, Margo Price, Jamey Johnson, The Suburbs, Gin Blossoms, Dessa, Living Colour, Soul Asylum, Jon Pardi, Lucius, The Wailers, Creedence Clearwater Revisited, Los Lonely Boys, Grand Funk Railroad, Cracker, Three Dog Night, Foghat, George Thorogood, Herman's Hermits, Frankie Ballard, Uriah Heep, Collective Soul, Johnny Winter, The Guess Who, Kansas, The Smithereens, Martha Reeves & the Vandellas, Heiruspecs, Tommy James & the Shondells, 38 Special, Eddie Money, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, The Little River Band, The Marshall Tucker Band, Blue Oyster Cult, Martin Zellar, and so many more!