by Steve Patrick
– Senior Columnist —
They grow up so fast! What once started out as a fledgling one day event has now ballooned into the must-see 3 day confluence of all things Rock ‘n Roll. Rock On The Range, the nation’s preeminent rock festival, is hitting double digits in 2016 and has plenty to celebrate. The 10th annual ROTR is about to deliver one of the most diverse lineups in the event’s history.
The incredible music lineup features the legendary Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hard Rock titans Disturbed (who have returned after a 4-year hiatus), and rock icon/filmmaker Rob Zombie topping a lineup that’s packed with rock royalty such as Deftones, Shinedown, Five Finger Death Punch, Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember, Megadeth, At The Drive-In, Lamb Of God, SIXX:A.M., Hellyeah, and Pennywise, along with the genre’s hottest developing artists.
With three days of music on three stages, sets from rock’s favorite comedians in the ROTR Rolling Rock Comedy Tent, The Music Experience, a Craft Beer Village featuring top breweries from the region, the Rock On The Range Photo Gallery, new art installations, and unique onsite activities, Rock On The Range sets the standard for American rock festivals.
The current daily band lineup for Rock On The Range (subject to change) is as follows:
Friday, May 20
Disturbed, Shinedown, A Day To Remember, Megadeth, SIXX:A.M., Machine Gun Kelly, Bullet For My Valentine, Sevendust, Asking Alexandria, Trivium, Butcher Babies, Sick Puppies, Memphis May Fire, Enter Shikari, Miss May I, Avatar, Monster Truck, Crown The Empire, Andrew Watt, Cane Hill
ROTR Rolling Rock Comedy Tent: Jay Mohr, Bethany Dwyer, Mike Baldwin, Jay Snyder, Adrian Cosby
Saturday, May 21
Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Lamb Of God, Hellyeah, Ghost, Steel Panther, Pop Evil, Clutch, Parkway Drive, Saint Asonia, P.O.D., Issues, Texas Hippie Coalition, New Years Day, Aranda, We Came As Romans, Lacey Sturm, Wilson, Jelly Roll, Citizen Zero
ROTR Rolling Rock Comedy Tent: Eddie Trunk, Don Jamieson & Jim Florentine from That Metal Show, Craig Gass, Madison Malloy
Sunday, May 22
Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones, Bring Me The Horizon, At The Drive-In, Wolfmother, Pennywise, Death From Above 1979, The Struts, Highly Suspect, Anti-Flag, Between The Buried & Me, TheSword, Red Sun Rising, The Glorious Sons, Hands Like Houses, The Shrine, Wild Throne, Code Orange, Silver Snake
ROTR Rolling Rock Comedy Tent: Big Jay Oakerson, Nate Bargatze, Bill Squire, Jay Armstrong, Chad Zumock
The current Rock On The Range onsite experiences are as follows:
Bud Light: America, they say we’re a nation divided. They say we disagree on everything, but they’re wrong. We agree on a lot: liberty, justice, ROCK MUSIC, and beer. Nothing brings America together like Bud Light and nothing brings rock fans together like Rock On The Range. That’s why we’ve formed the Bud Light Party – a party for everyone. We are the fake political party America needs right now and we’re stopping by Rock On The Range to supply ice cold beer all weekend long. Because no matter where we stand on the issues, we all sit on the bar stools with our hands raised in the air listening to our favorite rock bands. America has seen the light, and there’s a Bud in front of it.
f.y.e.: f.y.e. will be hosting the ultimate fan and artist interactive experiences throughout the festival! f.y.e. is the only place at the festival to get all your favorite band’s music – and maybe even get to meet your favorite Rock On The Range performer!! Check back for updates on artist meet and greet and autograph signing sessions!
Jack Daniel’s: “Taste of Tennessee” invites visitors to come out and tour the nation’s oldest registered distillery from outside the Jack Daniel’s Hollow. Visitors get to see (and smell) whiskey dripping slowly through charcoal and the new oak barrels used in maturing Tennessee’s finest whiskey. The Jack Daniel’s Experience is open to all fans, 21 years old and up, for tours free of charge. Stop by the Jack Daniel’s Experience for interactive engagements throughout the weekend.
The Music Experience: The Music Experience features all the elements that are involved in making music in a professional band setting. The interactive exhibit features guitars, basses, amps, drums, keyboards and electronic gear that are used by today’s most popular bands. The Music Experience has autograph signings and artist interactions throughout the day. Check Facebook and Instagram for the latest info on who will be hanging out at The Music Experience.
Facebook: facebook.com/themusicexp
Instagram: @tmexp
Zippo: Zippo Encore will be back in action at Rock On The Range with a full stock of Zippo lighters, including the limited edition festival designs. Come by and check out their contests and giveaways or get a free lighter fill or tune-up. Be sure to bring your Zippo lighter to the festival, it could be your ticket to special experiences.
Ohio Lottery: The Ohio Lottery is excited to be a sponsor of the Nation’s Largest Rock Festival, Rock On The Range. As part of their partnership, the Ohio Lottery has secured a limited number of single day tickets tothe SOLD OUT event. This is the only way to get a single day ticket at face value, and fans can purchase these tickets now. For more information and to take advantage of this amazing offer courtesy of the Ohio Lottery, go to facebook.com/ohiolottery.
Instagram: @ohlottery
#OHLottoRocks
Monster Energy: Monster Energy will be keeping all fans fueled up and ready to rock by offering free sampling on their Monster Energy viewing deck. Enjoy Monster Energy drinks from one of the best seats in the house. Make sure to check back throughout the festival for a schedule of Monster Energy’s interactive artist experiences.
Facebook: facebook.com/monsterenergy
#monsterenergy #monstermusic
Deep Eddy Vodka: Deep Eddy Vodka will be keeping fans well hydrated throughout Rock On The Range. Grab some friends and come lounge at our vodka garden where we’ll be serving our signature cocktails all festival long. Our Austin-based distillery produces only the finest vodkas infused with real fruit – never artificial flavors or sweeteners. Please remember to day drink responsibly.
Facebook: facebook.com/deep-eddy-vodka-distillery
Instagram: @deepeddyvodka
#deepeddyvodka #mixwithmusic #daydrinkresponsibly
Jägermeister: Jägermeister has been rockin’ with Rock On The Range fans since day one and we are excited to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the best rock and roll show in the USA. Historic moments in rockand roll like this have always been celebrated with ice cold Jägermeister — be sure to grab one at the show. We will proudly be serving Jägermeister at all bar locations including the brand new interactive Jägermeister Live Lounge. Look for our location on the festival map and if you are 21+ come stop by for an ice cold shot.
Instagram: @jagermeister
#jagermeister #Jägermeister
VIP Experiences: The Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Club is the ultimate way to experience Rock On The Range. VIP ticket holders will have access to: ice cold Jack Daniel’s cocktails (21 & up), shaded tents with seating areas, direct view to main stages, video screens, private bars, upgraded food vendors, private restrooms, and WiFi and charging stations.
#jackdaniels #BornToMakeWhiskey
John Varvatos: We are excited to announce an exclusive partnership with famed American fashion designer John Varvatos to create the exclusive Rock On The Range 10th Anniversary t-shirt. Available in both men’s and women’s, the limited edition anniversary t-shirt will only be available only at ROTR.
Facebook: facebook.com/johnvarvatos
Rock On The Range Photo Gallery: The Rock On The Range Photo Gallery will feature photos from a variety of talented photographers that have captured unforgettable moments in the history of Rock On The Range. The gallery is being curated by photographer Rob Fenn and promises to be a must-see at the festival.
Download the Rock On The Range mobile app (available for FREE via iTunes and Google Play) for festival information and band performance times.
Rock On The Range is produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, AEG Live, and MAPFRE Stadium.
Rock On The Range is supported by great sponsors including: Monster Energy, Jack Daniel’s, Zippo, The Music Experience, and Bud Light.
Website: www.RockOnTheRange.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/rockontherange
Twitter: www.twitter.com/rockontherange
Announce Video: http://bit.ly/ROTR16sm
