LOS ANGELES (CelebrityAccess) – In a rocking collaboration with Live Nation (LN), Bret Michaels, the iconic frontman of Poison, is set to ignite the summer music scene with the much-anticipated Parti-Gras 2024 tour. Building on the success of his inaugural solo touring festival in 2023, Michaels has curated an exact lineup that promises a blend of unforgettable hits and an atmosphere reminiscent of a backyard barbecue.
Partnering with LN for this six-city limited-date run, Parti-Gras 2.0 kicks off on July 12 in Noblesville, IN, at the Ruoff Music Center. The tour includes a hometown show on July 13 in Burgettstown, PA, as well as stops in Alpharetta, GA, Clarkston, MI, Holmdel, NJ, and concludes on August 31 in Gilford, NH, at BankNH Pavilion.
Michaels, known for his high-energy performances and chart-topping Poison hits, will be joined on stage by an incredible lineup of musical talents. Country sensation Chris Janson, fresh from his #1 hit “All I Need Is You,” will join Michaels for a dynamic performance, including a dueling harmonica solo on Michaels’ song, “Your Mama Don’t Dance.” The legendary Don Felder, formerly of The Eagles, will open the evening with chart-topping hits and later join Michaels on stage.
Lou Gramm, the original voice of Foreigner, will collaborate with Michaels on three Foreigner hits, and Dee Snider, the high-energy voice of Twisted Sister, will bring the crowd to their feet with hits like “I Wanna Rock” and “We’re Not Gonna Take It.”
The unpredictability of a Parti-Gras event means fans can expect surprise appearances from Michaels’ friends, whether it’s star chef Guy Fieri, the Impractical Jokers, Pawn Stars, or other superstar musicians. Michaels is known to pull fans up on stage, adding an extra layer of interaction and fun to the arena and amphitheater shows.
Rick Franks, Global Touring Live Nation, expresses excitement about partnering with Michaels again, “After watching Bret Michaels bring an unbelievable party to the fans on the Stadium Tour in 2022 and then bringing his nothing but a good vibe, high-energy performing to last year’s Parti-Gras Tour, I’m excited to partner with him again on Parti-Gras 2.0 this summer.”
Presale tickets go on sale starting on Tuesday (February 13) at 10 am local time, with general on-sale beginning on Friday (February 16) at 10 am local time via Livenation.com. VIP Meet and Greet Tickets are also available on BretMichaels.com.
Michaels emphasizes the festival’s vibe as a modern-day throwback to epic tailgate bashes. With an unwavering commitment to creating a night of pure fun, he dedicates the show and gratitude to the men and women who have served the country, emphasizing the freedom to rock.
“I guarantee these festivals are a modern-day throwback to those epic tailgate bashes, overflowing with good vibes and nothing but positive energy. I created the Parti-Gras festivals first and foremost as a fan of music, bringing along friends, bands and hit songs. I love it as a celebration of the music – no ego, just nothing but a good time. I like bringing fans up on the stage to sing…with the tough years we’ve been through, I wanted to bring the fans a night of having fun, singing big hit music, and I promise you that I really get into the details – all-killer hits, no filler. I want it to be an audiovisual experience. I want it to be a great time from the minute you come through the gates. Let your Mardi Gras flag fly with bandanas and beads. I want it to smell like summertime in the sun. I’m even pouring my own personal coconut rum into the hazers so everything smells good, looks good, sounds good and feels good. And, as the son of a veteran, always dedicating the show and my gratitude to the men and women that have served our country and given us the freedom to rock.”
Chris Janson shares the enthusiasm, “Parti-Gras 2024 is gonna be one for the books, just like our CMT Crossroads performance. Couldn’t be more excited to announce that I’ll be joining forces with one of my heroes and best buddies, Bret Michaels, for a big tour this summer. This is gonna be a helluva great time, with more positivity than you can imagine. It’s nothin but a Good Vibe! Wooooo!”
Get ready to let your Mardi Gras flag fly as Parti-Gras 2024 promises nothing but a good time, blending the spirit of Jimmy Buffett, AC/DC, and Poison in a summer music celebration.
PARTI GRAS 2024 TOUR DATES:
Fri, Jul 12, 2024 | Noblesville, IN | Ruoff Music Center
Sat, Jul 13, 2024 | Burgettstown, PA | The Pavilion at Star Lake
Sat, Aug 3, 2024 | Alpharetta, GA | Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Fri, Aug 23, 2024, | Clarkston, MI | Pine Knob Music Theatre
Fri, Aug 30, 2024 | Holmdel, NJ | PNC Bank Arts Center
Sat, Aug 31, 2024 | Gilford, NH | BankNH Pavilion
