Weir Rockin’ announces 2014 lineup; Colin James, Rik Emmett; tickets on sale soon

Weir Rockin’ announces 2014 lineup; Colin James, Rik Emmett; tickets on sale soon

After a spectacular 2013 featuring Lou Gramm, Glass Tiger and more, Weir Rockin’ attendees couldn’t stop buzzing about who would take over Weir Field in 2014. The wait is finally over…

Organizers gathered with fans at the Lower Deck to unveil the line-up (and have a few pints of course!

The 2014 Weir Rockin’ festival will feature a slew of Canadian rock favorites, with Colin James doing the headline honours. Directly supporting James will be Rik Emmett best known as a member of legendary Canadian rock band Triumph. Halifax Favourites Ten Mile House will warm up the crowd.

The festival takes place at Weir Field in Upper Sackville NS on August 23rd.

Tickets to Weir Rockin 2014 are expected to go on sale in June via the Ticket Atlantic network. It is expected that the festival will again utilize shuttle service to bring fans from Sackville/Bedford.

Formed in 2006, Weir Rockin’ has seen its share of spectacular acts including April Wine, Trooper, Chilliwack and more.

Stay tuned to ACR for further details as they arrive!

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Posted by Cole McLean

Cole is the founder of Atlantic Canada Rocks, launching the community nearly a decade ago. Cole listens to many types of music daily, from Bruce Springsteen to Katy Perry to Metallica. In his time at ACR, Cole has covered dozens of shows and interviewed several artists from Joe Satriani to Mariana’s Trench.