The 2013 Chevrolet Rockin’ on the Riverfront free concert series has metro Detroiters working for the weekend all summer, and on Friday, Aug. 9 Loverboy will take the stage in downtown Detroit. The concert, presented by Detroit’s #1 for Classic Rock 94.7 WCSX-FM, will rock the riverfront stage starting a 7:30 p.m. with opener Solid State.
In 1980 Loverboy introduced themselves to the world
with their self-titled debut album. They quickly became one of
America's and MTV's most popular rock bands. From 1980 through
1987 Loverboy garnered four multi-platinum albums and numerous
international Gold albums. The band’s tours sold out arenas and stadiums
nationwide. Their hit singles came one after another, and went on to
become the anthems and party songs for an entire generation
of rock concert-going fans. Loverboy's red leather pants, bandannas, and
big rock sound defined the band's trademark image and high-energy live
show.
Loverboy, driven by the powerful vocals of Mike
Reno, the relentless rock groove of lead guitarist Paul Dean, bassist
Scott Smith, keyboardist Doug Johnson and drummer Matt Frenette,
built its reputation on-stage, bringing the energy from its radio hits
to coliseum-rousing excitement.
With hits like “Turn Me Loose,” “Working for the
Weekend,” “When it’s Over,” and “The Kid Is Hot Tonite,” the band’s
albums went platinum in Canada and America.
Admission to the concerts is always free and no tickets are necessary. Viewing space is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets, but outside food, beverages and coolers are not permitted. In addition, boaters on the Detroit River are welcome to anchor near the riverfront and enjoy the shows from the water.
Andiamo Detroit Riverfront will provide refreshments and food concessions at several locations across the plaza. 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 the Rockin’ on the Riverfront stage.
Convenient parking is available for $5 per vehicle, starting at 5 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 an incredible package during the concerts. The Marriott-Andiamo Romance Retreat package includes a four-course dinner at Andiamo Detroit Riverfront and overnight accommodations at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center. For reservations call (888) 313-5001 and mention promotional code WN9 or visit The Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center .
Listen to 94.7 WCSX each week during Rockin’
on the Riverfront for a chance to win VIP seats, a catered dinner by
Andiamo, and meet and greet opportunities with the bands. Additionally,
new to the event this year is Veterans Row. Veterans are invited to log onto
www.wcsx.com, fill out an online form sharing where he or she served or is currently serving and
WCSX will pull weekly winners to sit in the 94.7 WCSX Veterans Row for each Rockin’ on the Riverfront concert this summer.
Fans are invited to watch FOX 2 in the Morning every week to enter a FOX 2 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, and excludes the July 26, 2013 concert), free parking in the Beaubien Garage located on Beaubien Street (the evening of the concert only), WCSX 94.7 FM freebies, and a band meet-and-greet (if available). To enter, access the online contest entry form on MyFoxDetroit.com and follow instructions.
In addition to Chevrolet, the 2013 Chevrolet Rockin’ on the Riverfront concert series is sponsored in partnership with Detroit’s #1 for Classic Rock 94.7 WCSX-FM, Quicken Loans, McDonald’s After Midnight, Metro PCS, and WJBK FOX 2.
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