LAKE VIEW, IA – As temperatures rise, so does the excitement level for another season of
outdoor live music at Black Hawk Lake. Entering its 14th year, the Stone Pier Summer Concert
Series will return with four free shows featuring notable national acts alongside some serious
rising stars. It promises to be another season of memorable performances for audiences
attending by boat and on shore.
PetRock will return to open the season on June 1st with a live tribute show that had fans
begging for more last summer. Based out of Omaha, PetRock is the nation’s ultimate musical
tribute to the smooth rock of the 70’s. Their period threads will make concertgoers believe that a
band can travel through time and the feel-good vibes from their live performance will take fans
back to the greatest decade of live rock music in history. Regularly selling out shows across the
region, PetRock is the premier band of its kind. This must-see show will start at 6:00 p.m.
following the community’s signature Sip & Sample event.
The Independence Day weekend concert at Black Hawk Lake is always special and this one will
be no exception. The Steel Wheels will travel to Lake View from the Blue Ridge Mountains of
Virginia, bringing their earnest Americana folk-rock music with an energy that is all their own.
Through the years, The Steel Wheels have drawn on both traditional form and modern sounds
to capture the beauty in all of life’s varied trials and triumphs. Whether at a joyous summer
festival, at their many shows across the country and beyond, or in the studio, The Steel Wheels
continue their mission set out over a decade ago; shaking up traditions to see what sticks,
telling stories, and joining communities through song. Their latest album, Sideways, was
released in February of this year.
Lance Roark, one of the most buzzed about artists on the Red Dirt music scene, will kick off the
July 6 concert. Roark is a captivating, high energy singer-songwriter from the hills of Oklahoma.
With his intriguing voice, hard driving back beats, down home lyrics and unapologetically raw
guitar tone, Roark paints a picture of the joy, heartache, and beauty of everyday life. While
staying true to his bluegrass and country roots, Roark’s music is that of a river — ever flowing
and changing, rising and falling, with beauty or destruction waiting around every bend. This
extended holiday weekend celebration of live music at the lake will begin at 5:00 p.m.
On August 3rd, the Concert Series will welcome co-headliners and emerging country artists,
Matt Koziol and Brooke Lee. New Jersey native Matt Koziol is reminiscent of a barrel-aged
bourbon. From the first sip, Koziol’s voice cuts through with a palpable heat. His songs have
been distilled and drip with tradition, authenticity, and a raw quality that could only come from a
man that has seen more than 10 years on the road as a hired gun. Koziol has played shows
with former Stone Pier performers, including 49 Winchester and Hailey Whitters, and has a
growing resume of festival appearances. His recent singles feature Vince Gill and Drake White,
with more releases planned for 2024.
Born and raised in North Carolina, Brooke Lee was born with music intertwined in her life. Her
grandparents were pastors and introduced her first opportunity to perform through worship
leading and singing in church. Brooke would later discover her strong passion for classic rock
and country, influenced by the likes of Joan Jett, Stevie Nicks, Janis Joplin, and Dolly Parton.
Her signature powerhouse smoky vocal and free spirit attitude resonates with audiences of all
ages, evident from the reaction to her debut EP that was released last summer. Brooke will get
the boot stomping started at 5:00 p.m.
The Band of Heathens, an Austin-based rock and roll band, will headline the season finale on
Sunday, September 1. From day one, this group has remained proudly, fiercely independent –
turning down label offers, maintaining complete ownership of their catalog, and building their
audience one show at a time. Their inspirations range from The Beatles and the Rolling Stones
to Bob Dylan and The Allman Brothers. With almost 20 years on the road, their recent
successes include a gold record for their cover of Levon Helm’s song “Hurricane,” a national
television debut on CBS Saturday Morning, along with a Grand Ole Opry debut in 2023. They
also released their ninth studio album, Simple Things, in March of last year.
Cory Waller and The Wicked Things will open the September show, starting at 5:00 p.m. These
budding talents in the Midwest country scene put hard work and honesty at the center of their
sound and songwriting. Taking inspiration from Jason Isbell, John Mellencamp and Blackberry
Smoke, lead singer & songwriter Cory forges his own music path with candid portrayals built
from years of life’s ups and downs. Backed by a band of his favorite heroes and friends, the
group aims to deliver a new and fresh sound to accompany this moment in time.
The complete schedule for the 2024 Stone Pier Summer Concert Series follows:
• Saturday, June 1, 6:00 p.m. – PetRock
• Saturday, July 6, 5:00 p.m. – The Steel Wheels ft. special guest Lance Roark
• Saturday, August 3, 5:00 p.m. – Matt Koziol & Brooke Lee
• Sunday, September 1, 5:00 p.m. – The Band of Heathens w/ Cory Waller & The Wicked
Things
There is no admission charge or ticket required to attend the live shows, thanks to the support
of many generous sponsors. While concertgoers are allowed to bring food and beverages to the
picnic-style performances, food is also available for purchase at each show. The popular
“Burger Boat” will also continue being operated by the Lake View Fire Department to deliver
food to fans attending by boat on Black Hawk Lake.
For more information, visit stonepierconcertseries.com.
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