Rock Legend Ace Frehley takes the stage during Chevrolet Rockin’ on the Riverfront, July 27
The 2012
Chevrolet Rockin’ on the Riverfront concert series welcomes one of the most
belovedrock personalities of all time,a founding member and lead guitarist of
KISS,
Ace Frehley, to the GM
Riverfront stageon July 27.The concert presented in partnership with Detroit’s Classic Rock
Station 94.7 WCSX-FM and the
new Soft Rock 105.1
FM will rock the
riverfront stage starting a 7:30p.m.
An inspiration
to musicians and music lovers around the globe, Ace Frehley has shocked us
with his unique style both on and off stage. The mastermind behind the persona
“Space Ace,” Frehley was a crucial member of KISS from its inception in 1973
until his departure in 1982. Returning to KISS bandmates in 1996 for the
highly successful KISS Reunion Tour, Frehley also managed to launch a
successful solo career with his own band, “Frehley’s Comet.” In 1988, Frehley
returned to the studio once again with KISS to record “Psycho Circus” and
completed his run in 2001 with the band’s “Farewell Tour.”
Frehley has continued to stay
at the top of his game since his farewell to KISS in the early 2000s. He
launched his solo career with “Anomaly,” debuting at number 27 on Billboard’s
charts before touring the Unites States, Europe and Australia. As a solo
artist, Frehley has shared the stage with artists including Slash and Pearl
Jam.
Michigan band
Finding Clyde will open the
evening at 7:30 p.m. , and Ace Frehley will rock the stage beginning
at 9 p.m.
Andiamo Detroit Riverfront will provide refreshment and food concessions at several locations across the plaza. Outside food, beverages or coolers will not be permitted. Andiamo Detroit Riverfront and Joe Muer Seafood will accept dinner reservations before and after the concert and both restaurants offer outdoor patios overlooking the Detroit River and Rockin’ on the Riverfront stage.
Convenient parking is available for $5 per vehicle, starting at 5:00 p.m., at the GM surface lot at the intersection of St. Antoine and Atwater streets, adjacent to the GM Renaissance Center.
The Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center is offering two viewing packages. The Andiamo Riverfront package includes a four-course dinner and overnight accommodations. The Joe Muer Seafood package includes a four course dinner, overnight accommodations and breakfast at forty-two degrees north. For reservations specify the package and call 1-800-352-0831 or visit detroitmarriott.com. Use promotional code D60.
Fans are invited to watch FOX2 in the Morning every week to enter a FOX2 EXPOSED contest for a chance to win a VIP prize package, which includes two (2) VIP access wristbands and lanyards with front row seats, dinner for two (2) at Andiamo Detroit Riverfront in the Rockin’ on the Riverfront VIP section (the evening of the concert only), overnight accommodations for two (2) at The Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center (the evening of the concert only), free parking in the Beaubien Garage located on Beaubien Street (the evening of the concert only) and a band meet-and-greet (if available). To enter, access the online contest entry form on the MyFoxDetroit.com and follow instructions. Questions for the Ace Frehley contest will be read on Monday, July 23.
The 2012 Chevrolet Rockin’ on the Riverfront concert series is sponsored in partnership with Detroit Classic Rock Station 94.7 WCSX-FM, the new Soft Rock 105.1 FM, Volunteer Energy, Belle Tire, Quicken Loans and WJBK FOX2.
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