Joanne Shaw Taylor and Dirty Honey will co-headline Maid of Stone Festival’s Friday 18th July as Richie Kotzen withdraws.
The British born but Nashville based Joanne Shaw Taylor, known for her unmatched guitar skills and soulfull song writing and L.A based rockers Dirty Honey, described by many as the most exciting band in rock right now, will both perform equal length sets.
They will replace Richie Kotzen who has withdrawn from the event.
A statement from Kotzen’s agent states ‘Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the Artist’s control, it is with great regret that we announce the cancellation of Richie Kotzen’s appearance and performance at the upcoming Maid Of Stone festival on July 18th in Maidstone UK. Richie sincerely apologizes for this disappointment and extends his gratitude to the fans for their understanding.”
To accommodate the co-headliners, Maid of Stone’s doors will now open at 13:00 on Friday 18th.
A Strong Friday Night Line-up:
Joining JST and Dirty Honey on the main stage Friday will be Swedish melodic rockers H.E.A.T and UK rock veterans Quireboys.
H.E.A.T have recently played to packed crowds and rave reviews on their recent UK tour and with Spike back on top form with his supergroup of performers, Quireboys fans of all ages are once again delighted to have the band back and rocking harder than ever.
Known for his work with Skin and Jagged Edge, guitar maestro Myke Gray has announced a supergroup of his own to perform classics from his previous bands. With The Treatment’s Tom Rampton on vocals, Apriori’s Tony Lang on guitar and Inglorious’ Colin Parkinson on bass. His drummer is set to be announced soon.
Hillbilly Vegas, the Oaklahoma based southern rockers are experts in getting the party going and will open the main stage in style. Prepare to shake-it-like-a-hillybilly!
Shhhh it’s a Secret
And rounding out the Friday main stage will be a secret set. The organisers have dropped only a few minor clues as to who will perform but they promise that it will be one of those ‘you’ll regret it if you miss it’ moments.
Maid of Stone Unplugged
Maid of Stone also recently announced six bands who will perform acoustic sessions in the VIP area. On Friday 18th will be Kris Barras and local talent Stephan Brian Leonard.
Saturday 19th sees he return of South of Salem and a debut for Beth Blade and the Beautiful Disasters.
And Sunday 20th sees the return of Tygers of Pan Tang and a special intimate session from Firestarter stage headliners Empyre.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.maidofstonefestival.com.
An All-Inclusive Rock Festival Experience:
Maid of Stone 2025 promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for fans of all ages. The festival will feature not only incredible live music but also a range of activities including cask ales, gourmet street food vendors, walkabout entertainment, a signing tent, axe throwing, and a VIP chillout area. For those seeking to immerse themselves in the festival for the full weekend, camping, glamping, and motorhome options will be available.
The festival’s welcoming atmosphere is enhanced by its “rock family” vibe, where fans and artists mingle in a relaxed and friendly environment. Maid of Stone is renowned for its outstanding facilities and easy access to all areas, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable festival experience for all attendees.
Festival Booker Chris Wright Shares Excitement for 2025
Festival booker Chris Wright commented, “Booking arena-level bands like Black Stone Cherry underscores our commitment to the continued growth of Maid of Stone. Our focus has always been on building a sustainable, high-quality event that rock fans can rely on, year after year. The support we’ve received from fans both locally and internationally is second to none, and we’re more excited than ever for 2025.”
Line-up in full:
Friday 18th July
Dirty Honey / Joanne Shaw Taylor
H.E.A.T
Quireboys
Myke Gray
*Secret Set*
Hillbilly Vegas
Gorilla Riot
A’priori
Tom Killner
Muddibrooke
We Three Kings
Acoustic – Kris Barras, Stephan Brian Leonard
Saturday 19th July
Black Stone Cherry
Ugly Kid Joe
The Raven Age
*Special Guest Tba*
The Georgia Thunderbolts
Rosalie Cunningham
Fury
Jack J Hutchinson
Beaux Gris Gris And The Apocalypse
In Search Of Sun
Revenant
Flint Moore
Kim Jennett
Bobbie Dazzle
Big River
Acoustic – South Of Salem, Beth Blade And The Beautiful Disasters
Sunday 20th July
Michael Schenker
Sweet
Stone Broken
These Wicked Rivers
Sari Schorr
L.A Edwards
Parker Barrow
Absolva
Empyre
Blue Nation
This House We Built
Battle Born
Less Than Hollow
The Heat Inc.
Queen Horizon
Acoustic – Tygers Of Pan Tang – Empyre
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