Roots rockers Big Leg Emma set to rock the barn

Posted on May 19, 2011 by admin

As their song goes, headliner Big Leg Emma will make sure there’s “some asses on the dance floor,” with their sure-to-be roots rock set. The dance-friendly jamband has been playing some of the biggest festivals on the East Coast wowing fans with their energetic live shows and songs. The is the second time BLE will “Rock the Barn,” as they headlined the happening in 2008.

The gates open on Friday, July 15th at 4:00 p.m., with the music playing from 4:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Also on the Friday night’s bill are; Not Quite Right, Simple Circus, Jim Crean’s Hair Nation and Dosa Reality.

Posted in News | Tagged | Leave a comment

Clarence Spady headlining Saturday’s “Blues & Barbeques” performances

Posted on May 18, 2011 by admin


Clarence Spady

Blues guitarist, Clarence Spady will headline Saturday’s performance as “Rock the Barn.” Saturday’s music will features the genre of blues with five performances. Gates open at 4:00 p.m., with the music going from 4:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

In addition to Clarence Spady, other performers are, Chris Beard, Flyin’ Blind Blues Band All-Star Jam, The Bravuras, and Speedy Parker.

Spady is described as “a soulful singer and hot guitarist who takes the blues of BB King and Albert Collins, and mixes it with the soul of Ray Charles and some funk of James Brown.”  He has played all over the world, and comes to “Rock the Barn” promoting his recent album “Just Between Us.”

 

Posted in News | Tagged | Leave a comment

Rock the Barn expanding to two days!!!

Posted on March 25, 2011 by admin

2,500 people attended 2010 Rock the Barn

Why limit the fun (and fundraising) for a great cause (Meals on Wheels) to just one day. In it’s seventh year, Rock the Barn is expanding to two days! Friday, July 15 and Saturday, July 16, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Rock n’ roll will rule the stage on Friday night, and a Blues & BBQ night is being planned for Saturday. Same ole’ Rock the Barn, just twice the fun. The committee is working hard putting together two great evenings of fun, so look here often for details.

Posted in News | Comments Off

Rock the Barn 2010…the countdown is on!

Posted on July 10, 2010 by admin
The popular alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs will headline the 2010 edition of “Rock the Barn” – a benefit for Meals on Wheels for Western New York. The concert will take place on Friday, July 16, 2010 at 9015 Main Street in Clarence. The event will feature multiple music acts, entertainment, raffles and will run from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with presale tickets $10 advance, and $15 day of the event.
Additional performers will be: The Skiffle Minstrels, Not Quite Right, A Potters Field, and Mike Brown and the Sneakies.
In its sixth year, the Meals on Wheels for WNY “Rock the Barn” event has not only raised over $80,000 for the well-deserved charity, but has become a major showcase of original music created by Western New York artists.  Monies raised from this event will support the Meals on Wheels efforts in Clarence.
Posted in News | Comments Off

10,000 Maniacs headline 2010 Rock the Barn

Posted on February 17, 2010 by admin

FRIDAY, JULY 16, 2010 – 4:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

2010 ROCK THE BARN

Benefit Concert for Meals on Wheels of WNY

10,000 MANIACS

With Special Guests:

The Skiffle Minstrels

Not Quite Right

A Potters Field

Mike Brown and the Sneakies

Posted in News | Comments Off