In a high-octane announcement, the Poison frontman disclosed the return of his self-produced and curated feel-good music festival, Parti-Gras 2.0, which promises a powerhouse lineup including the likes of Twisted Sister, Foreigner, Eagles legends, and country star Chris Janson. Live Nation has thrown in Bret Michaels for this summer's tour that will kick off on July 12 in Noblesville, IN, and bulldoze through with a six-city circuit before wrapping up on August 31 in Gilford, NH, MLive reported.
Bouncing off the momentum of his debut solo touring festival last year, Michaels isn't skimping on star power; the vocalist has roped in Chris Janson, whose latest chart-topping hit "All I Need Is You" will be showcased, while former Eagles guitar virtuoso Don Felder and the unmistakable voice of Foreigner, Lou Gramm, and the high-energy Dee Snider of Twisted Sister fame will crank up the nostalgia and energy on stage, fans can catch all this action at venues such as Ameris Bank Amphitheatre and PNC Bank Arts Center, as revealed by the man himself on his official website.
Michaels seems determined to put the "party" in "Parti-Gras," describing it as "a modern-day throwback to those epic tailgate bashes, overflowing with good vibes and nothing but positive energy," emphasizing the fan-oriented nature of the festival he designed as a music celebration devoid of ego; indeed, he has even been known to pull fans on stage to sing along in a burst of communal rock camaraderie, as covered by 1071 The Boss.
Michaels' feel-good music crusade isn't just about the heavy hitters of rock, there's an element of sensory immersion too—with his brand of coconut rum being poured into the hazers for that summer-sun scent—sure, it's a concert, but the Poison frontman's Parti-Gras gig doubles as a full-blown experience festooned with bandanas and beads, with tickets set to go on sale starting February 13 for presale and February 16 for the general public through Live Nation's platform, quite the party promise this roving rock show embodies. Tickets are available for those wanting to get rocked at venues like Pine Knob Music Theatre and the noted New Jersey's PNC Bank Arts Center, details for which are up for grabs online.
