ALGONA, IOWA (March 10, 2009) – Surrounded by the rough and tumble streets of New York City and the beauties of Scandinavia, two bands formed to rock your ass off in Middle America. Hard rockers Tyketto and youngsters Crazy Lixx will both join the already massive Rock Gone Wild 2009 lineup. Tickets in three pricing levels are available now by visiting www.rockgonewild.com. Rock Gone Wild is slated for August 20-23, 2009 in Algona, Iowa.

Tyketto formed at the end of the 1980s in New York City. Never forgotten by a legion of rabid fans, Tyketto are known for great AOR melodies with catchy guitar hooks. The band has five albums to their credit and reformed just a handful of years ago to appease fans. Members have recently hinted at the possibility of new music. Danny Vaughn, Jimi Kennedy, Michael Clayton Arbeeny and P.J. Zitarosa are Tyketto.

Don’t know Crazy Lixx? You will. The Scandinavian Glam band formed in 2002 in Malmö, Sweden. They are heavily influenced by 80s hard rock – and for this they make no apologies! The band released their critically acclaimed debut Loud Minority at the end of 2007. Danny Rexon, Joey Cirera, Luke Rivano and Andy Dawson are Crazy Lixx.

RV campsites are currently on sale and very limited in number! If you are planning to camp at Rock Gone Wild, reserve your spot now to avoid disappointment. RV campsites are nearly sold out. Tent camping also available. To purchase your campsite, please visit http://tickets.rockgonewild.com/.

Headline acts announced very soon! Bands you’ll see at Rock Gone Wild 2009 include Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, Warrant, Skid Row, Candlebox, Lita Ford, Tantric, Kix, Eve 6, Saxon, Great White, Hardcore Superstar, Saigon Kick, Tigertailz, Lizzy Borden, Dangerous Toys, Helix, Rhino Bucket, Junkyard and the Gypsy Pistoleros with many more to come!

Rock Gone Wild will take place at the Freedom Park festival grounds, located at 2507 – 160th Avenue in Algona, Iowa.

ALGONA, IOWA (March 3, 2009) – If you know anything about rock music, you know Warrant. The band created some of the most successful albums of the late 1980s and early 1990s – and now the band will bring their hits to Rock Gone Wild 2009! Tickets are available now by visiting www.rockgonewild.com. Rock Gone Wild is slated for August 20-23, 2009 in Algona, Iowa. Great lyrics and melodic hooks are Warrant’s calling card. The band hit the big time with singles like “Heaven,” “Cherry Pie” and “Uncle Tom’s Cabin.” By the time August 2009 rolls around, you’ll definitely know where the “Down Boys” go. Erik Turner, Jerry Dixon, Steven Sweet, Joey Allen and Robert Mason are Warrant.

Lita Ford took a 15 year break from performing before getting back to the cave last summer. Now, the queen of Glam is ready to rock wild with hits like “Hungry,” “Kiss Me Deadly” and “Close My Eyes Forever.” Lita Ford is marking her return to the stage with a new album. She’ll mix in new tunes with her old hits during her performance at Rock Gone Wild.

Southern California rockers Eve 6 are back and ready to bring a little punk infusion to the cornfields of Iowa. The band formed in the mid 90s and soon gained fame with the songs “Inside Out” and “Here’s To the Night.” Eve 6 are back on the road and getting reacquainted with fans while simultaneously recording a new album. Max Collins, Tony Fagenson and Matt Bair are Eve 6.

Headline announcements coming soon! Bands already announced for Rock Gone Wild 2009 include Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, Skid Row, Candlebox, Tantric, Kix, Saxon, Great White, Hardcore Superstar, Saigon Kick, Tigertailz, Lizzy Borden, Dangerous Toys, Helix, Rhino Bucket, Junkyard and the Gypsy Pistoleros with many more to come!

Visit www.rockgonewild.com and enter to win two (2) FREE general admission tickets. Winners announced daily.

Rock Gone Wild fans are able to purchase tickets at all three price levels: platinum, VIP and general admission. Platinum ticket holders are allowed exclusive access to the Sinners Lounge. The Sinners Lounge features buffet style lunch, dinner and nightly snacks daily, liquor and beer, soft drinks and water – all to enjoy in an air-conditioned tent. The Sinners Lounge is the perfect nightclub setting for all rock fans! Platinum ticket holders sit in the first ten rows. Only a few tickets remain at this price level. VIP ticket holders also get special Rock Gone Wild privileges. These ticket holders will sit in rows 11-30, enjoy buffet style lunch, dinner and late night snacks daily, plus beer, soft drinks and water. VIP fans will enjoy their food and drink in air-conditioned tents. General admission tickets are also available. To purchase tickets, please visithttp://tickets.rockgonewild.com.

Rock Gone Wild will take place at the Freedom Park festival grounds, located at 2507- 160th Avenue in Algona, Iowa. If you build it, they will rock.

RV campsites are very limited in number. If you are planning to attend Rock Gone Wild, reserve your RV campsites right now! RV campsites are nearly SOLD OUT! Once they are gone, we cannot guarantee more will be added. Tent camping also available. Number of spots are limited.

- To purchase your campsite please go to http://tickets.rockgonewild.com/

- For more information on camping at Rock Gone Wild please visit http://www.rockgonewild.com/camping/info.php

ALGONA, IOWA (December 31, 2008) – Forget the same old resolutions. Each year, millions of people vow to lose weight, quit smoking, save money. In 2009, make a resolution you’ll actually want to keep: vow to party your ass off at Rock Gone Wild! Nowhere else in America will you get more than 40 national recording artists on two stages over four days of hard rock and heavy metal. Even better, platinum and VIP packages mean you’ll get food, entertainment and beverages of all sorts at one convenient price – talk about an economic stimulus plan! Get a jump on that resolution: now until midnight E.S.T. on January 2, 2009 purchase two (2) general admission tickets receive two (2) additional tickets FREE! That’s four tickets for the price of two. Tickets are available now by visiting www.rockgonewild.com. Rock Gone Wild is slated for August 20-23, 2009 in Algona, Iowa.

Bands already announced for Rock Gone Wild 2009 include Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, Skid Row, Candlebox, Tantric, Kix, Saxon, Great White, Hardcore Superstar, Saigon Kick, Tigertailz, Lizzy Borden, Dangerous Toys, Helix, Rhino Bucket, Junkyard and the Gypsy Pistoleros with many more to come!

For a limited time, fans can visit www.rockgonewild.com and enter to win two (2) FREE general admission tickets. Daily winners will be announced starting January 5, 2009.

Rock Gone Wild fans are able to purchase tickets at all three price levels: platinum, VIP and general admission. Platinum ticket holders are allowed exclusive access to the Sinners Lounge. The Sinners Lounge features buffet style lunch, dinner and nightly snacks daily, liquor and beer, soft drinks and water – all to enjoy in an air-conditioned tent. The Sinners Lounge is the perfect nightclub setting for all rock fans! Platinum ticket holders sit in the first ten rows. Only a few tickets remain at this price level.

VIP ticket holders also get special Rock Gone Wild privileges. These ticket holders will sit in rows 11-30, enjoy buffet style lunch, dinner and late night snacks daily, plus beer, soft drinks and water. VIP fans will enjoy their food and drink in air-conditioned tents. General admission tickets are also available. To purchase tickets, please visit http://tickets.rockgonewild.com.

Rock Gone Wild will take place at the Freedom Park festival grounds, located at 2507- 160th Avenue in Algona, Iowa.

Visit www.rockgonewild.com and http://anatomyofafestival.wordpress.com/ each Tuesday in 2009 for a new band announcement or other exciting news and contests!

If you build it, they will rock.

Happy holidays from everyone at Rock Gone Wild!

The holidays are a great time to be with family and friends. It’s also a great time to take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, pausing to reflect on what really matters.

No matter your faith, the entire RGW team hopes you enjoy the season – and find peace in 2009.

Remember, you can attend Rock Gone Wild for FREE! Visit www.rockgonewild.com and enter our contest to win two (2) FREE general admission tickets! Entries accepted now and winners will be announced started January 5, 2009.

ALGONA, IOWA (December 16, 2008) – Four days. More than fifty bands. Two stages. Multiple genres of rock. It’s time to get wild. Workaholics Candlebox will rock the main stage at Rock Gone Wild. British Metallers Saxon and the Gypsy Pistoleros have agreed to cross the pond just to party with you at the festival. Rock Gone Wild is slated for August 20-23, 2009 in Algona, Iowa. Tickets are available now by visiting www.rockgonewild.com.

Forming in the early 1990s, Candlebox immediately broke from their Seattle brethren. While many bands from the region followed the grunge path, Candlebox made their own way. Blending modern sound with classic guitar rock, Candlebox created their own unique sound – and gathered an army of fans along the way. The band’s self-titled debut became a near instant success, spawning several hit singles including “Far Behind” and “You.” Candlebox are currently supporting their newest hit album Into the Sun, released earlier this year. Candlebox is Kevin Martin (vocals, guitar), Peter Klett (guitar), Scott Mercado (drums), Adam Kury (bass) and Sean Hennesy (rhythm guitar).

Leading the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, Saxon formed at the end of the 1970s and created a signature sound that new bands still attempt to imitate today. Saxon released their self-titled debut in 1979, but it wasn’t until 1980 and Wheels of Steel that the band really began to take hold. Since the early years, Saxon has weathered several lineup changes and continued to tour heavily and record new music. Lead singer Biff Byford has remained a constant force in the band, bringing a balls out in-your-face Metal show to each and every paying customer. Be warned! Stand close to the stage when Saxon plays and you will be rocked. Saxon is Biff Byford (vocals), Doug Scarratt (guitar), Paul Quinn (guitar), Nibbs Carter (bass) and Nigel Glockler (drums).

The Gypsy Pistoleros are the world’s greatest flamenco glam band! If you’ve never seen the Gypsy Pistoleros perform live…get ready: you’ll never be the same again. The band is a mix of Brit charm, Spanish flavor and glam swagger. Lee Pistolero (vocals), Iggie Pistolero (guitar), Nasty Pistolero (bass) and Harri Pistolero (drums) are the Gypsy Pistoleros.

Bands already announced for Rock Gone Wild include Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, Skid Row, Tantric, Kix, Great White, Hardcore Superstar, Saigon Kick, Tigertailz, Lizzy Borden, Dangerous Toys, Helix, Rhino Bucket and Junkyard with many more to come!

Visit www.rockgonewild.com and http://anatomyofafestival.wordpress.com/ each Tuesday for a new band announcement.

Rock Gone Wild will take place at the Freedom Park festival grounds, located at 2507- 160th Avenue in Algona, Iowa.

If you build it, they will rock.

There are big things happening behind the scenes at Rock Gone Wild!

I know of a few major acts that have agreed to play the fest – I think you’ll all be really surprised!

It’s hard to believe the festival is eight months away. In some regards, that time feels far off – in others, it’s scary because there is so much work to do on a daily basis! Besides booking bands there is the business of daily promotion, website maintenance, vendor calls – you name it, we’re doing it!

Remember when I promised you that big contest a couple weeks ago? Well, it keeps getting bigger – don’t worry, I’ll send a release soon and let you in on the fun. For giggles, here’s a little inside info: the winner and a friend will have the experience of a lifetime. Sorry! That’s all I’m allowed to say without getting muzzled by the promoter.

So what about those band announcements over the next few weeks? I can tell you the bands are very diverse. Moreover, the acts come from different sides of the United States…and parts of Europe! Details are being finalized…and you might know the bands before next Tuesday.

I can assure you that planning a rock festival is often chaotic, exhausting…and very rewarding. Things don’t always go as planned, but with RGW you can always count on quality acts – and regular updates from behind the scenes.

Don’t forget the holiday promotion currently underway – order two (2) four-day general admission seats and get an additional ticket FREE! That’s four people partying together for the price of three. Visit www.rockgonewild.com for more information and to buy your tickets. Concert tickets make great holiday gifts…and I bet your significant other would dig a rockin’ vacation more than another sweater. Just a hunch.

If you build it, they will rock.

ALGONA, IOWA (December 2, 2008) – America’s most diverse hard rock festival just keeps getting better. That’s because national recording artists Saliva and Tantric have joined the already impressive Rock Gone Wild lineup. Classic Glam rockers Tigertailz will also bring their unique presence to the festival. Rock Gone Wild is slated for August 20-23, 2009 in Algona, Iowa. Tickets are available now by visiting www.rockgonewild.com.

Mainstream rock stars Saliva are no strangers to the Billboard charts. As the band prepares to release their new album Cinco Diablo on Island later this month, Saliva will look to repeat past album success. Five albums, platinum records and many sold-out shows later, Saliva promises an in-your-face set on the main stage at Rock Gone Wild. Saliva is Josey Scott, Wayne Swinny, Dave Novotny, Paul Crosby and Jonathan Montoya.

Tantric rock harder with each passing year. Forming in 1999, the band has released three albums, reaching the much-coveted platinum status. Fans love the band’s self-titled debut, featuring the hit single “Breakdown.” Around for about a decade, Tantric has evolved and now embraces a heavier sound and invites an active pit at shows. The band released The End Begins earlier this year on their new label Silent Majority. Tantric is Hugo Ferreira, Richie Monica, Joe Pessia, Erik Leonhardt and Marcus Ratzenboeck.

Tigertailz bring an international flair to Rock Gone Wild. The Wales-based band formed in the 1980s and instantly gained fans, thanks in part to their image. Heavy make-up and wild hair became the calling card of Tigertailz. It doesn’t hurt that the band creates songs with memorable hooks. Tigertailz has released eight albums, with Bezerk spawning the band’s signature tune “Love Bomb Baby.” Tigertailz are Kim Hooker, Jay Pepper and Matt Blakout.

Thousands are expected to attend the inaugural Rock Gone Wild festival, bringing significant revenue to the state of Iowa. Bands already announced for Rock Gone Wild include Puddle of Mudd, Skid Row, Kix, Great White, Hardcore Superstar, Lizzy Borden, Dangerous Toys, Helix, Saigon Kick, Rhino Bucket and Junkyard with many more to come!

Visit www.rockgonewild.com and http://anatomyofafestival.wordpress.com/ each Tuesday for a new band announcement.

Rock Gone Wild will take place at the Freedom Park festival grounds, located at 2507- 160th Avenue in Algona, Iowa.

If you build it, they will rock.

ALGONA, IOWA (November 25, 2008) – If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift for that special rock fan in your life – skip the long lines at the mall and give the gift of Rock Gone Wild 2009! For a limited time on Black Friday, purchase three (3) four-day general admission tickets and receive two (2) additional tickets FREE! Simply visit www.rockgonewild.com to order tickets and to submit your band suggestions. Rock Gone Wild, the most diverse hard rock festival in America, is slated for August 20-23, 2009 in Algona, Iowa.

In America, the day after Thanksgiving is known as Black Friday. Traditionally one of the biggest shopping days of the year, consumers grab great bargains. On Friday, November 28, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST fans can purchase three (3) four-day general admission tickets – and receive two additional tickets FREE! That means five friends can attend Rock Gone Wild for the price of only three tickets. This is a one-time Black Friday offer only valid on general admission tickets during the four hour window of 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST. Tickets are guaranteed in time for Christmas! Visit http://www.rockgonewild.com/ to purchase tickets and for more information.
More than 50 bands will play Rock Gone Wild over four days on two stages. Bands already announced include Puddle of Mudd, Skid Row, Kix, Great White, Hardcore Superstar, Lizzy Borden, Dangerous Toys, Helix, Saigon Kick, Rhino Bucket and Junkyard.

Visit www.rockgonewild.com and http://anatomyofafestival.wordpress.com/ each Tuesday for a new band announcement.

Rock Gone Wild will take place at the Freedom Park festival grounds, located at 2507- 160th Avenue in Algona, Iowa.

If you build it, they will rock.
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So, I have on good authority that a big contest is coming. It likely involves you, a friend and the experience of a lifetime.

In fact, the prize could really rock your ass off.

Stay tuned.