Boardwalk Rock in Ocean City - May 17, 2025

Crossfade

2 concerts

Crossfade, a hard rock/heavy metal band from Columbia, SC, formed in the late '90s with Ed Sloan, Mitch James, and Brian Geiger. Known for hits like "Cold," their 2004 debut went platinum. They were signed by Columbia Records and collaborated with mixer Randy Staub.

Candlebox

9 concerts

Candlebox, formed in Seattle in 1990, achieved success with their 1993 debut album featuring hits "You" and "Far Behind." Known for blending grunge with bluesy rock, their album went quadruple platinum. The band experienced lineup changes but re-formed in 2006 and released several albums, including Wolves (2021) and The Long Goodbye (2023). They collaborated with musicians like Pearl Jam's Dave Krusen and Ugly Kid Joe's Shannon Larkin.

Bret Michaels

19 concerts

Born in Butler, PA, Bret Michaels rose to fame with Poison, defining rock on the Sunset Strip, selling over 30 million records. As a solo artist, hit albums like 'Custom Built' topped charts. Known for collaborations with legends like Joe Perry & Loretta Lynn. Also a reality TV star & producer.

Night Ranger

18 concerts

Night Ranger, the rock legends born in the early '80s, have sold over 17M albums. Known for hits like “Sister Christian” and “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me,” their music has captivated audiences globally. With albums like "Dawn Patrol," and "7 Wishes," they continue to perform worldwide, featuring members Jack Blades, Kelly Keagy, and Brad Gillis.

Alice Cooper

22 concerts

Born Vincent Furnier, Alice Cooper revolutionized rock in the '70s with shock rock. Known for gritty hard rock and theatrics, hits like "School's Out" and "No More Mr. Nice Guy," and collaborations with icons like Bob Ezrin, Alice gained fame for his dramatic stage shows. Solo success came with "Welcome to My Nightmare." His later works like "Trash" kept him relevant, collaborating with artists like Desmond Child. A cult legend, he toured with bands like Mötley Crüe and released albums like "Detroit Stories." Cooper's influence shaped music, blending rock theatrics and heavy metal.

The Struts

3 concerts

British rock band The Struts, formed in Derby in 2012, are famed for their energetic live shows. Known for hits like "Could Have Been Me" and collaborations with Robbie Williams, Kesha, and Tom Morello, they've topped Spotify Viral charts and appeared on major TV shows. Opening for legends like The Rolling Stones and playing festivals like Lollapalooza, they've sold out tours worldwide.

Dorothy

33 concerts

Dorothy Martin, born in Budapest and raised in San Diego, is the rock powerhouse behind DOROTHY. Known for fusing raw emotion, gospel undertones, and rock, she gained fame with hits like “Raise Hell.” Her albums, including "The Way" featuring Slash, showcase personal, genre-bending tracks. With anthems exploring faith and rebirth, Dorothy has collaborated with legends and built a global fanbase.

Def Leppard

12 concerts

Def Leppard, formed in Sheffield in 1977, are iconic for their blend of glam rock and pop ballads. Notable albums include "Pyromania" and "Hysteria," with major hits like "Pour Some Sugar on Me." Despite challenges, such as drummer Rick Allen's accident, they remained successful, producing chart-toppers and consistently touring. They collaborated with notable figures like producer Mutt Lange and recently worked with Alison Krauss. The band, known for its melodic metal and MTV success, earned numerous awards and remains a heavy metal legend today.

Bush

21 concerts

With 20M records sold, 1 billion streams, and a GRAMMY® nod, BUSH, known for hits like "Glycerine" and "Machinehead," remains a rock staple since 1994’s debut *Sixteen Stone*.

Saliva

7 concerts

Saliva, known for hits like "Click Click Boom" and Grammy-nominated "Your Disease," blends anthemic rock with new vigor from 2011 frontman Bobby Amaru, achieving double platinum and gold albums, with collaborations like Nikki Sixx. Recent single "High on Me" hit Top 20 charts.

Shinedown

64 concerts

Shinedown, featuring Brent Smith, Zach Myers, Eric Bass, and Barry Kerch, is a multi-platinum modern rock powerhouse known for their #1 hits and dynamic evolution.

Chevelle

33 concerts

Chevelle, the Chicago alternative rock trio with brothers Pete and Sam Loeffler, boasts 7 #1 hits, 17 top 10 songs, and multiple platinum albums, making rock history.

Flyleaf

18 concerts

Texas band Flyleaf broke into hard rock in the late 2000s, known for Lacey Sturm's soaring vocals. Hits include "I'm So Sick" and platinum "All Around Me."

Three Days Grace

33 concerts

Canadian rock band Three Days Grace, known for hits like "I Hate Everything About You" and "Riot," boasts 18 Mediabase and 17 Billboard Active Rock #1s and multiple Juno nominations.

Tim Montana

9 concerts

Tim Montana, born in Montana, is a hard rock artist known for "Devil You Know," praised by Loudwire and charting on Billboard. He toured with Staind and Bush and co-owns Wise River Club.

Everclear

24 concerts

Everclear, formed in 1992 by Art Alexakis, is a key '90s alternative rock band known for hits like "Santa Monica" and "Father of Mine." With 11 studio albums, over 6 million records sold, and a 1998 Grammy nomination, they've built a lasting legacy. Alexakis also created the Summerland Tour and released a solo album. Their first live album, Live at The Whisky a Go Go, showcases their enduring appeal.

Halestorm

26 concerts

Led by Lzzy Hale, Halestorm, from York, PA, is a top post-grunge/metal band known for hits like "Love Bites (So Do I)," which won a Grammy. They blend hard rock, ballads, dance, and pop-country styles. Notable albums include "The Strange Case Of...," "Into the Wild Life," and "Vicious." They toured with top American rock bands and released several cover EPs. Sibling duo Lzzy and Arejay Hale, along with Josh Smith and Joe Hottinger, are the core members.

Lacey Sturm

18 concerts

Born in Texas, Lacey Sturm gained fame with Flyleaf's multi-platinum hits like "I'm So Sick." After three albums, she went solo, collaborating with Skillet and Breaking Benjamin. Known for her powerful voice, she released "Life Screams" in 2016, becoming the first solo woman to top Billboard's hard rock charts. She also authored a memoir, "The Reason."

Royale Lynn

25 concerts

Royale Lynn, a Billboard-lauded rock sensation, soared to #1 with "Six Feet Deep." Known for her hard rock edge, she’s toured with Seether, Skillet, and more, and performed with Disturbed and Asking Alexandria. Her singles "Death Wish" ft. Danny Worsnop and "Sacrifice" showcase her unique sound.

Extreme

38 concerts

EXTREME, a Boston-born rock band, blends hard rock and introspective ballads. With hits in "Bill & Ted" and "Stranger Things," they sold 10M records and hit #1 on Billboard.

Black Stone Cherry

66 concerts

Proud Kentucky rockers Black Stone Cherry, known for emotive pop-rock hooks and headbanging riffs, return triumphantly with their eighth album, "Screamin’ At The Sky."

Puddle of Mudd

1 concert

Trapt

20 concerts

Fuel (USA)

4 concerts

Alice in Chains

1 concert

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