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2007 City of Akron NEWS Releases
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Let's Dance with Blues and Bowie
COLIN JOHN TO OPEN

Lock 3 Live!(06/18/07) - Judging by the crowds so far, this year's Rock The Lock presented by WONE has been a huge success, and this week's performers will not disappoint at Lock 3 Park on Main Street in Downtown Akron Friday, June 22.

Bringing a unique blend of blues funk, soul and rock is the Colin John Band at 7 p.m.  Since 1993, CJB has been delighting fans around the world with its down-home brand of rock and roll.

If you are a fan of the "Thin White Duke," prepare to be amazed by the evening's headliner at 8:30 p.m. and again at 10. Enjoy Cleveland's own Diamond Dogs: The Sounds & Vision of David Bowie. 

Concertgoers will be amazed at how Diamond Dogs musically channels and visually re-creates Bowie's vast career. Come hear Bowie classics including Ziggy Stardust, Young Americans, Ashes to Ashes, Let's Dance, China Girl, I'm Afraid of Americans and more.

This summer Lock 3 Park offers everything from classic rock, to country, blues, folk, funk, jazz and gospel. It's all conveniently located in the heart of the City of Akron Downtown on Main Street next to the Civic Theatre at 200 S. Main St. Parking is free at all city- owned parking lots and decks.  Admission is free. Gates open at 6:30 p.m.

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Contact:
Kevin Lockett, Marketing Coordinator Lock 3: 330-762-9550/ kazwire@yahoo.com

 

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