Our Lady PeaceOur Lady Peace, Finger 11, Sloan and supergroup Chickenfoot are part of the lineup for this summer’s inaugural Canadian Forces Halifax Rock Fest.

The day-long event, which is scheduled to take place on Citadel Hill on Aug. 2, will be broadcast to Canadian troops around the world through Canadian Forces Television.

“This concert is about connecting people,” Frank Cleysen, Canadian Forces Halifax personnel support programs manager and general manager for the event, said in a statement.

“We’re connecting family, friends, neighbours and musicians in an evening of unbelievable entertainment. By including the deployed troops in this community celebration through the Canadian Forces Television we hope to send a clear message of support to our servicemen and women while they are away from home.”

Early bird tickets are on sale now for $65 at all Ticket Pro locations. After May 31, tickets will go up to $75. Check out the festival’s website here for more details.

Chickenfoot’s appearance at the event marks one of the few outdoor dates on the band’s first Canadian tour. The group features Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith, guitarist Joe Satriani, and ex-Van Halen members Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony.






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